1974 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette Convertible

Year

1974

Listed price

$28,900

Location

Salem, Ohio

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

59,648 miles

The C3 generation Corvette, launched in 1968, brought with it a dramatic, Stingray-inspired "Coke bottle" design that would become iconic. Throughout its lengthy production run, it evolved with changing regulations and consumer tastes, moving from chrome-laden muscle car to a more refined grand tourer. The 1974 model year marked a significant transition, being the last year for the true convertible body style until its return in 1986. It also saw the final iteration of the split rear bumper, a nod to the legendary 1963 split-window C2, though for '74, both the front and rear bumpers became body-colored urethane units for improved impact absorption. Despite the changing landscape of the automotive industry, the C3 Corvette remained a symbol of American performance and style, with 37,502 units produced in 1974, of which only 5,474 were convertibles. This 1974 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible presents an opportunity to own a piece of this transitional era. Showing 59,648 miles on the odometer, this example features the desirable manual transmission, offering a more engaging driving experience that truly connects the driver to the road. The C3 Corvette, especially in convertible form, epitomizes the open-air motoring spirit of the 1970s. This Corvette convertible offers a chance to experience the raw, visceral charm of a classic American sports car.