1965 Chevrolet Corvette Leather

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette Leather

Year

1965

Listed price

$175,000

Location

Shelton, Connecticut

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

999,999 miles

The 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray marked a pivotal year for America's sports car, introducing the legendary big-block engine to the C2 generation. While the C2 had already established itself as a design icon with its distinctive "Sting Ray" styling, the mid-year arrival of the 396 cubic-inch L78 V8 truly cemented its performance credentials. This engine, conservatively rated at 425 horsepower, transformed the Corvette into a genuine muscle car contender, making it a formidable force on both the street and the nascent drag strips of the era. Only 2,157 examples were equipped with the L78 in 1965, instantly making them highly sought-after. This particular 1965 Corvette Convertible presents an exceptional opportunity, being offered for sale for the very first time by the son of a meticulous collector. Powering this C2 is its numbers-matching L78 396 cubic-inch engine, paired with an M-20 4-speed manual transmission and a 4:11 Positraction rear end, ensuring an authentic and thrilling driving experience. Having undergone a frame-off restoration by the renowned Star Spangled Corvette of Bethel, CT, this example boasts an impressive array of factory options, including original factory side pipes, power brakes, power windows, full tinted glass, transistor ignition, a teak steering wheel with telescoping function, and the desirable Z01 reverse lamp/day/night interior mirror. Even its original five Kelsey Hayes knock-off wheels and both hard and soft tops are present, complementing the luxurious leather seat trim and AM/FM radio. Showing 999,999 miles, this Corvette is in fabulous condition, ready for its debut at any NCRS meet or prestigious event. This is a rare chance to acquire a meticulously restored, numbers-matching C2 big-block convertible with an unparalleled options list and provenance.