Detail Info for: Chevrolet : Corvette BIG BLOCK 1968 CORVETTE 427 TRI- POWER COUPE

Transaction Info
Sold On:
03/04/2012
Price:
$ 23100.00
Condition:
Mileage:
62898
Location:
COLUMBUS ,OHIO, 43081
Seller Type:
Private seller
Vehicle Specification
Year Make Model:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette
Submodel Body Type:
BIG BLOCK Coupe
Engine:
8 - Cyl.
Transmission:
Automatic
VIN:
Vehicle Title:
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:
Vehicle Detail
Up for consideration is a period correct restored investment car of the highest quality. .The gen 3 Corvette is often called the stingray but acually inspired by the mako shark 1968-1982 models. The first year generation "C- 3" 1968 has many one year only or Corvette firsts and a couple lasts.This introduced the t-tops removable roof panels ,battery behind the seat ,removable back glass for superior wind reduction. astro ventilation glass ending Corvette's vent glass design.This year also was last of dash ignitions until gen 5 .In the world of collecting short production runs limited availibilty and other variables make for highly collectible items.This car has many one year only traits . The particular automobile is a numbers correct meaning the engine and heads intake carbs all are period date correct for the car not vin Ce block 1968 Big Block 427 C.I.D.. with L-68 tri-power carbs 400hp , Lemans Blue,medium blue interior, headrest seats, M-40 hydro-matic automatic transmission, 15x7 rally rims with retro radial redline tires. A-82 headrests,leather seats ,N-40 power steering. No A-C. manual brakes car was meant for performance judging from the build particulars. The vehicle is good looking and shows well all over maintenanced professionally lots of records and plenty of pictures.It has a new car show-room sheen base coat clear coat and a great muscle car presentation sounds unbelievable and runs like new. In my opinion it would make a collector or 1st time purchaser proud to own. A couple common questions I'd like to be clear on .The exhaust is Hooker brand super comp ceramic coated headers.They aren't the original components and the smog pollutant system is not on the vehicle has been updated long ago with hei ignition .These mentioned items that have been replaced or removed ,upgraded aren't available what you see is what winner receives.I hope the pictures and explanation will help you make this decision to purchase easier .More information will be given as requested .This is a top flight show car make no mistake pictures don't do it justice , low reserve well below appraised value. A $500 deposit non -refundable due at conclusion of auction through paypal. Balance of funds for purchase will be determined at conclusion of auction. I will assist in securing or showing the car to viable buyer with proper notice . I will allow a reasonable amount of time for picking up conclusion .Buyer assumes all responsibility for picking up automobile and no warranty is implied or enforced car sold as is. If YOU HAVE LESS THAN 10 FEEDBACKS OR ARE A NEW E-BAYER PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE YOU BID. I RESERVE THE RIGHT TO END AUCTION EARLY . One last thing do yourself a favor know your subject matter and the market for this type of car this isn't a give away or sacrifice sale. ebay has many examples of small blocks bringing 20,000 so it stands to reason what a big block with equipment might bring ...I would suggest if your looking at nada classic or kelly bb Add15 -35 % for 400HP to get a better perspective on pricing .Feel free to call me I'm Eastern Standard time so no calls after 9pm please 614-905-8902 .I have a clear clean title in hand best of luck...On Feb-29-12 at 06:20:56 PST, seller added the following information: A couple common questions keep being asked so let me clarify. I have no desire to trade only an outright purchase please don't ask , buy it now is well below comparable vehicles and appraised value and lastly reserve is low when you consider the level of correctness and equipment package color & options. I would like to say in conclusion I'm an honest ebay user and my level of experiences and 100% feedback should speak to that point.. best of luck bid away...On Mar-02-12 at 08:31:50 PST, seller added the following information: Reserve has been lowered ,buy it now also lowered tired of spending time & money lets sell a car !On Mar-03-12 at 08:48:09 PST, seller added the following information: please bid what you can afford and don't waste serious bidders time .I don't wanna here any sob stories about the dog hit the bid button,I was sick with blurred vision & confused etc.....I THINK THE POINT IS CLEAR NO GAMES RESERVE IS GONE ABSOLUTE AUCTION WINNER TAKES HER someone is getting a beautiful car.