1966 Chevrolet Corvette L72

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette L72

Year

1966

Listed price

$198,900

Location

Elkhart Lake

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

0 miles

The 1966 Chevrolet Corvette stands as a pinnacle of C2-generation design and performance, a year that saw the Sting Ray mature into its most aggressive form yet. This was the year the legendary Big-Block truly came into its own, solidifying the Corvette's reputation as America's premier sports car capable of challenging the best from Europe. While 1965 introduced the 396ci, 1966 brought the formidable 427 cubic-inch engine, an icon of raw power. Among the 427 options, the L72 was the undisputed king, a high-compression, solid-lifter beast rated at an astonishing 425 horsepower. Only 5,259 Corvettes received the L72 in 1966, making it a highly coveted specification then, and even more so today. This particular 1966 Corvette Coupe exemplifies that era's unbridled performance, featuring the legendary L72 427ci V8 engine. With a recorded 37,903 miles, this Sting Ray presents as a well-preserved example, ready for its next enthusiast owner. The potent 427 is paired with a manual transmission, offering the authentic, engaging driving experience that defined the golden age of American muscle. This is an opportunity to acquire a true automotive legend, a C2 Corvette with the heart of a lion.