It seems that the original owner of this 1964 Corvette Coupe was seeking a car that perfectly combined creature comforts with excellent performance. He achieved this goal, and 57-years later, it is still a car guaranteed to turn heads and provide enjoyment. It is an original survivor looking for a new home, so the owner has listed it for sale here on eBay. The Corvette is located in Lynnwood, Washington, and solid bidding has pushed the price to $53,100. This is still short of the reserve, but for those who see this as a “must-have” vehicle they could always hit the button on the BIN price of $66,950.
The owner refers to the Daytona Blue paint that graces the flanks of this Corvette as being new. That suggests that it has received a recent repaint, and its overall condition seems to back that claim. It shines beautifully, with not a flaw visible anywhere. The fiberglass is equally as impressive, but the good news is more than skin deep. The owner supplies photos of the Corvette’s underside, and the frame is spotless. There is hardly a trace of surface corrosion, and there is no penetrating rust. The owner describes it as super solid, and it is hard to argue with him on that point. The trim and chrome sparkle impressively, including the distinctive hubcaps. The first indication that we receive about the original owner’s leanings towards comfort is that he ordered the ‘Vette with tinted glass. This is all present and appears to be in good condition.
The owner is a man of few words, and he describes the Corvette’s Dark Blue vinyl interior as “nice.” I think that’s underselling it somewhat because apart from some stretching on the driver’s seat, there’s not much to criticize. The vinyl is in good order, with no evidence of splits or tears. The carpet is spotless, although I believe that someone might have replaced it at some point. The dash is in excellent order, as is the remaining trim. There is minimal wear on the wheel, while the bright trim is also spotless. Comfort features include an AM/FM radio, as well as factory air conditioning and power windows. The original owner might have liked his creature comforts, but you have to think that the A/C would have been a blessing on sunny days with all of that dark paint on the exterior.
Under the Corvette’s hood is where things get interesting. The original owner spent $53.80 to equip the car with the L75 version of the venerable 327ci V8. He also ticked the boxes for the M20 4-speed manual transmission, the Posi rear end, power steering, and power brakes. This combination was no slug in a straight line. Aim the Corvette down the ¼ mile and it should roar across the finish line in 14.6 seconds. This classic is numbers-matching, and the engine bay presents superbly for a good reason. The owner has just treated the 327 to a complete rebuild, so it should be producing 300hp without raising a sweat. He also fitted a new Performance exhaust, and you would have to think that this Coupe would sound pretty tough. This work hasn’t been in vain because the Corvette is said to run and drive perfectly.
This 1964 Corvette Coupe is a stunning car, and it would ideally suit someone searching for a turn-key classic. It is fitted with some desirable options, which have a dramatic impact on its potential value. I’m not surprised that the current bids fall short of the reserve, and I would be surprised if that sum is below $60,000. Given the combination of rising values and recent sales results, I believe that the BIN price is very competitive, and I wouldn’t be surprised to see someone hit the button before the listing ends. Do we have any readers who find this classic too tempting to resist?
too bad some fool disconnected the a/c
Those Frigidaire compressors are performance killers. Perhaps the owner likes power more than cold stale air.
Not an original survivor with a full repaint and engine rebuild, but a gorgeous car non the less.
Your kidding, right ?
Brad is correct.
Not every old car is a survivor. That implies original items like paint, interior, engine compartment, etc. This is a very nicely restored car. Looks a lot like my very first Vette in 1987.
I couldn’t agree with Brad more. My three standards for “original” are: original paint, original interior and original engine. The engine can have modifications such as different carburetor or intake if the original is included. I think the terms “original” and “survivor” have become watered down. TV talking heads at Mecum and B-J drive me crazy when they call one “original” or “survivor” and immediately say “with one repaint”. Maybe I’m too picky, but I have an original 1992 NSX. Original paint, interior and no engine modifications..
Odd the console & its side panels are a lighter shade of blue.
I thought this car was black the 1st time i saw the pics.
At first glance I thought it was Black too but in the back of my mind it was saying Daytona Blue. For some reason that drivers door trim panel looks like its Black, is it ? No matter, its a beautiful example of how all Corvettes should look . I’d love to own it but I’m suffering from “FUNZALOW”.
i had a 64 silver blue coupe with a dark blue interior that looked black in certain light and angles.
@michael hess, I had a ’66 Mosport Green convertible with a dark Green interior that I thought was black until the first day I put the top down in bright sunlight.
I wonder why an engine needs to be rebuilt at 48,000 miles.
Usually because of broken rings from sitting too much.
At some point a new paint job falls into the maintenance category. Just like new tires.
Great looking Vette i remember being offered a same model car back in late 70s for $6000 did not take up the offer oh well.
Nice car, nicely optioned, would have to fix the A/C and enjoy it
Beautiful. Better styled than any stupid new car including that butt ugly C8 excuse. The only THING I would change on this car would be to trash that hideous Flowmaster system for a set of N11 off road mufflers. They make the best sound and sound like a 60s Corvette should. Why spend $90,000 for a new Corvette, when you can have this for $40,000 less? As a side note, I was driving home from work last night in my 73 coupe, which I drive as much as possible, and spied a green C2 with a trailer hooked to it in a motel parking lot in my town. I instantly pulled into the parking lot and saw it was a Goodwood Green 67 from North Carolina with license plate MY67VET. Behind it was a trailer with a Crosley Hotshot on it. He had driven from North Carolina to the New York border, where I live. The car was covered in bug splatter and was a super nice driver. I could not find the owner, but he is my hero, driving a great car and enjoying it as it was intended.
I once owned a Daytona Blue 1964 Stingray. It had been a one-owner, a retirement gift to a Rear Admiral of the USN who lived in Laurel, MS. Mine had a powerglide and the knock off wheels, otherwise it was much like this one. I drove it sparingly back in the 80’s, afraid of others who might pay too much attention to MY car and not their own! GLWTA.