1976 Chevrolet Corvette L48 Stingray

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette L48 Stingray

Year

1976

Listed price

$18,300

Location

Lomita

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

51,000 miles

The Chevrolet Corvette C3, introduced in 1968, represented a radical departure from its predecessors, drawing inspiration from the Mako Shark II concept car. Its dramatic, curvaceous "coke bottle" styling and removable T-tops became iconic, defining an era of American sports car design. By 1976, the Stingray moniker, which had briefly been dropped, returned, though the model was evolving. This year marked a significant milestone as it was the last C3 to feature the classic "sugar scoop" rear window before the fastback redesign in 1978, making it a transitional and historically interesting model in the Corvette's long lineage. This particular 1976 Corvette Stingray, with its L48 350ci V8 engine paired with an automatic transmission, embodies the quintessential American grand tourer experience of its time. Showing a modest 51,669 miles on the odometer, this coupe presents an opportunity to own a piece of automotive history that has been driven and enjoyed, but not excessively. For the enthusiast seeking a classic American sports car with a distinctive silhouette and a place in Corvette history, this Stingray offers a compelling proposition.