1973 Chevrolet Corvette Targa top. Matching #s 350 L82

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette Targa top. Matching #s 350 L82

Year

1973

Listed price

$24,995

Location

Plano, Texas

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

8,000 miles

The third-generation Corvette, known as the C3, arrived in 1968, drawing heavily from the Mako Shark II concept car with its dramatic, curvaceous bodywork. For 1973, the Corvette saw significant updates, most notably a redesigned urethane front bumper that absorbed impacts and integrated seamlessly into the body, replacing the chrome units of prior years. This marked a pivotal year in the C3's evolution, bridging the gap between the chrome-laden early cars and the fully rubber-bumper Corvettes that would follow. It was also the first year that the T-top roof became a standard feature, offering an open-air experience without sacrificing structural rigidity, cementing its place as an iconic American sports car. This vibrant 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Targa top exemplifies the model's enduring appeal, finished in a striking blue that, despite being an older application, still presents handsomely. Power comes from its numbers-matching L82 350 cubic-inch V8, breathing through a four-barrel carburetor and paired with a smooth three-speed automatic transmission. This performance-oriented L82 engine, known for its higher compression and robust output, delivers an engaging driving experience, further enhanced by a limited-slip differential, power steering, and the stopping confidence of four-wheel power disc brakes. While the car was originally equipped with air conditioning, some components are currently missing, though the power windows function as they should. With its solid birdcage and clean title, this Corvette is a turn-key classic, ready to be enjoyed as a capable daily driver.