1973 Chevrolet Corvette

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette

Year

1973

Listed price

$12,750

Location

Los Angeles

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

0 miles

The C3 Chevrolet Corvette, launched in 1968, represented a dramatic departure from its predecessors, ushering in an era of audacious styling inspired by the Mako Shark II concept car. The "Stingray" moniker, temporarily dropped in 1968, triumphantly returned in 1969, cementing its place in automotive iconography. By 1973, the Corvette had undergone a significant aesthetic update, shedding its chrome bumper at the front for a body-colored, deformable urethane nose to meet new federal safety standards. This blend of classic C3 lines with modernized elements makes the '73 a unique and increasingly sought-after year, bridging the gap between the chrome-laden early C3s and the later, fully integrated bumper designs. This particular 1973 Corvette Stingray Convertible presents a compelling opportunity for the enthusiast. Showing 99,999 miles, it retains its original four-speed manual transmission configuration, now featuring a robust Muncie "rock crusher" gearbox — a testament to its performance-oriented roots. The seller notes that this example is free of rust and has never been involved in an accident, underscoring its solid foundation. Essential functionalities like the power windows and pop-up headlight doors are confirmed to be in working order, ensuring the full C3 experience. This Corvette offers a rare chance to own a piece of American muscle car history, ready for its next chapter on the open road.