1968 Chevrolet Corvette

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette

Year

1968

Listed price

$27,000

Location

Hollywood, Florida

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

52,648 miles

The third-generation Corvette, internally designated C3, burst onto the scene in 1968, radically departing from the refined Sting Ray lines it replaced. Inspired by the Mako Shark II concept car, its aggressive, curvaceous bodywork and pronounced fender bulges were a bold statement, ushering in an era of muscle and style that would define the late 60s and 70s. While early C3s carried over much of the C2's chassis and powertrain, the visual impact was undeniable, quickly cementing its status as an icon. The '68 model year, in particular, introduced the removable T-top roof panels, an innovation that offered open-air exhilaration without sacrificing the structural rigidity of a full convertible, becoming a signature feature of the generation. This 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe embodies that original vision, finished in its factory-correct International Blue (code 978), a striking hue that perfectly complements its sculpted lines. With 52,648 miles on the odometer, this C3 offers the quintessential early Corvette experience, complete with the sought-after removable T-tops. Power comes from a small-block V8, confirmed by its block stamping (18T142969 TIJ31HM) to be a 1968 Tonawanda-built Corvette engine, originally an L48 350/300hp application. While not the car's original numbers-matching unit, this period-correct 350 cubic-inch V8 is paired with a 4-speed manual transmission, delivering the raw, tactile connection to the road that defines these analog machines. This C3 represents a compelling opportunity to own a pure, early example of Chevrolet's most visually dramatic Corvette generation.