1968 CHEVROLET CORVETTE L71 CONVERTIBLE-427,435HP-TRI POWER-24,604MI-ORIGINAL!

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This is one of the lowest mileage 1968 Corvette L71 Convertibles in the country.

This is a rare opportunity for the C3 Corvette enthusiast. 1968 Corvette L71 Convertible. Three owners, and current owner has had the car since 1983. 24,604 original miles documented by title history and previous owners’ signed statements. All components on the car are believed to be factory original, with the exception of tires, brakes, master cylinder, battery, fluids, air filter, two belts, and accelerator rod. April 6,1968 scheduled build date. Always adult owned. Always properly stored and maintained. Original docs include Protect-O-Plate, and original owner’s package from Bernard Chevy-Olds Inc., Libertyville, IL. Dealership is still open, doing business as Libertyville Chevrolet Inc. Very rare color combination- Corvette Bronze with Tobacco vinyl interior. Both tops. Runs and drives as well as it looks. 427/435 HP Tri Power engine. Muncie M21 four speed transmission. Only 2,898 total 435 HP Vettes were manufactured in 1968. If you narrow the criteria down for convertible model, color, interior color, and four speed, the numbers for this particular car would be a fraction of that.

The C2 Corvette platform was causing GM executives some serious concern. The auto maker was entering an era in which gas prices were beginning to skyrocket. Insurance premiums for the performance cars were taking a drastic upswing. Spiraling inflation was also affecting household income. In addition, the C2 platform seemed to be falling out of favor. Sales dipped from 27,720 in 1966 to 22,940 in 1967.

GM needed a new Corvette, and they were on a tighter budget. The development of the C2 Sting Ray cost them a fortune. After only four years of production, they were not going to repeat that investment. Instead, they gambled on the original C2 team to develop the C3 at a cost that was acceptable. Bill Mitchell, Zora Arkus-Duntov, and Larry Shinoda had also developed the Mako Shark II prototype. This prototype was sent to Harry Haga’s studio at Chevrolet Styling under David Holls. The C3 exterior and interior was completely redesigned, reflecting the Mako Shark II. To save money, the body was adapted to a slightly modified C2 chassis platform, with the independent suspension and four wheel disc brakes.

The new Corvette was a success. Sales totaled 28,566 in 1968. In addition, the 15 year run of the C3 design, from 1968-1982, was the longest tenure of any generation of Corvette.

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EXTERIOR:

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All original body panels. Paint is factory original. Bernard Chevrolet had the pin striping applied to the car upon delivery, before it was displayed in the showroom. Paint is in excellent condition, due to diligent storage, and maintains a nice gloss. There are a few tiny bubbles on the driver side headlight door, and a small chip that could be touched up on the passenger side headlight door. All chrome, stainless, and emblems are in excellent shape. Glass is also in excellent shape. Single sport mirror. White convertible top and hard top, which is Corvette Bronze. Bulged hood. Rear mount antenna. Security alarm on driver’s fender. Hideaway headlights. 15” Corvette rally wheels with trim rings and center caps. For safety, stability, and traction, Goodyear Eagle ST radial front tires, P215/65R15. BF Goodrich Comp T/A radial tires, P235/60R15 on the rear.

ENGINE AND DRIVE TRAIN:

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Original 427/435 HP engine. March 15, 1968 build date. IR code. VIN number clearly stamped on the engine pad. All the A.I.R. equipment and pump are still mounted on the engine. Three Holley two barrel carbs. All components are original down to the hoses. Cast iron heads. Mechanical valve train and solid cam. Original stock exhaust manifolds. Braided ignition wires. Manual steeering. Transistorized ignition. Air Filter has been replaced, as well as master cylinder. Muncie M21 four speed. 3.70:1 posi-traction differential. F41 suspension. Four wheel manual disc brakes.

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INTERIOR:

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Interior is also original. Tobacco vinyl bucket seats. All components in the interior are original and in excellent condition. 160 MPH speedometer, with 24,604 miles on the odometer. 6,500 RPM red line tachometer. Fuel, water temperature, oil pressure, and amp gauges. Clock. Original factory AM/FM radio. Console with shifter. Power windows. Original dash pad is also in excellent condition.

Please click on the links and view all the additional photos to verify quality and originality. This is an investment quality C3, and would be a wonderful addition to any Corvette collection.

Any questions, please call Randy at 847 456 7726. Buyer is responsible for all shipping arrangements and shipping costs.

BANK WIRE IS THE PREFERRED METHOD OF PAYMENT. IT IS SAFE, SECURE, AND PROTECTS BOTH PARTIES. OPTIONAL PAYMENT METHODS INCLUDE BANK OR CASHIER'S CHECK, PERSONAL OR BUSINESS CHECK WITH BANK LETTER, AND CASH(IN PERSON). VEHICLES PURCHASED WITHCHECKSWILL NOT BE SHIPPED OR PICKED UP IN PERSON UNTIL FUNDS HAVE CLEARED THE BANK. All other payment methods must be agreedupon by both parties before end of auction.

A deposit of $1,000 required within 24 hours of auction end, unlessother arrangements are made.Please contact me via telephone or emailimmediately after end of auction to discuss payment arrangements.Payment in full due within one week of auction end unlessother arrangements are made.

Please follow all the terms of sale for this auction, including deposit and final payment requirements.BUYER MUST ADHERE TO AND ABIDE BY TERMS OF SALE THAT ARE CLEARLY STATED IN THE PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RENDER THE SALE NULL AND VOID.

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE BUYER TO CONFIRM ALL DETAILS IN THIS DESCRIPTION. I REQUEST AN IN PERSON INSPECTION OF THIS VEHICLE PRIOR TO BIDDING. IF IN PERSON INSPECTION IS NOT POSSIBLE, I RECOMMEND A THIRD PARTY INSPECTION OF VEHICLE. I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ERRORS OR OMISSIONS DUE TO A “SIGHT UNSEEN” PURCHASE. SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES. ALL SALES ARE FINAL, NO RETURNS OR REFUNDS. PLEASE DO YOUR RESEARCH BEFORE YOU BID.