Vehicle History & Overview

The seller purchased this Corvette as an unfinished project in October 2003, with most of the car being delivered in boxes. He then spent the next four years lovingly refurbishing many aspects of the car, including refinishing the frame and bodywork, applying lustrous Marlboro Maroon paint, and installing a new interior from Corvette America. Because the factory engine was unusable, the seller purchased a similar “L46” 350ci V8 engine, rebuilt it, and added modern fuel injection, F.A.S.T. engine management, upgraded Edelbrock cylinder heads, and much more. The factory engine, color-matched (but unfinished) hardtop, two keys, factory owner’s manual, and service/assembly manuals are included.

The C3-generation Corvette was launched in 1968 and saw revisions to exterior styling, interior trim, and powertrains in 1970. Multiple engines were available, including the upgraded “L46” 350ci V8 featured on this example, though this car has been modified (see the modifications section). The Muncie M21 4-speed manual transmission featured here was reportedly paired with the L46 V8 engine for only two years. Other interesting factory options as seen on this car are a fiber-optics light monitoring system and headlight washers. Series production of the C3-generation Corvette ended in 1982.

Equipment

• 350ci L46 V8 engine (now bored .030 over)

• Muncie M21 4-speed manual transmission with Richmond overdrive kit

• Positraction rear differential with 3.36 gears

• Tilt and telescopic steering

• Deluxe leather interior

• Fiberoptic lamp feedback system

• 3-point shoulder harness seatbelts

• Hide-away windshield wipers

• Headlamp washers

• Passenger side mirror

• Rallye wheels

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Modifications

• EXTERIOR

  • Respray/color-change to Marlboro Maroon Poly (original color was Corvette Bronze)

  • Color-matched hardtop (not completely restored)

  • Color-matched Rallye wheels

• INTERIOR

  • Sony stereo and speakers

  • Keyless entry system

  • Electronic cruise control

• ENGINE

  • 350ci "L46" V8 engine block with 4-bolt main-bearing caps (bored .030 over)

  • Upgraded rotating assembly: forged crankshaft, upgraded connecting rods and pistons

  • Edelbrock cylinder heads

  • Tuned-port intake manifold with electronic fuel injection and K&N air filter

  • Stainless steel fuel lines with Earls fittings

  • F.A.S.T. engine management system, Accel ignition coil

  • Stainless steel headers

  • Pypes stainless steel exhaust system

  • Be-Cool radiator assembly

  • High-flow water pump

  • Billet serpentine accessory drive

  • McLeod clutch mounted to stock flywheel

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Servicing & Documentation

• A two-page list of parts, repairs, services, and tools used to complete the refurbishment totaling $34,339.37 is shown below:

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Imperfections

• Per the seller, some minor paint chips from driving are present.

• The seller states that the included the hardtop has the original headliner, shows scratches in the rear glass, and the rear window trim needs to be polished.

• The seller notes that if left sitting for extended periods of time, a few droplets of oil will appear under the car.

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Included Items

• Color-matched hardtop (final assembly required)

• Factory owner's manual

• Service and assembly manuals

• Two keys

• Factory engine, reportedly original

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Additional Information

• The video below highlights the exterior and engine bay while the car is idling, plus some interior features.

Videos

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