1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Fuelie 4-Speed

Description

The 1963 Corvette introduced the Sting Ray body to the world — a complete departure from the previous generation that brought independent rear suspension, a more sophisticated chassis, and styling that has remained among the most recognized in American automotive history.

Within the 1963 lineup, the L84 327ci fuel-injected V8 was the top engine option, producing 360 horsepower through Rochester mechanical fuel injection. The combination of the L84 with the close-ratio 4-speed manual and Positraction rear axle was the specification serious buyers ordered when they intended to use the car for performance.

This 1963 Corvette Convertible wears a respray in Black over a Red vinyl interior and is powered by the numbers-matching L84 327ci V8 — confirmed by the engine block stamping reading 111912, corresponding with the last six digits of the VIN plate. The car is equipped with a 4-speed T10 manual transmission and 4.11:1 Positraction rear axle, a white convertible soft top, and a Delco AM/FM radio. Stock 15-inch steel wheels wear faux knock-off covers.

Said to have been first delivered to Tom Benson Chevrolet in San Antonio, Texas, the car reportedly stayed with a prior owner for an extended period between the early 1970s and 2018.

This 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is offered by the selling dealer with an owner's manual, various records, and a clean Ohio title.

Highlights

• Numbers-matching L84 327ci fuel-injected V8

• 4-speed T10 manual transmission

• 4.11:1 Positraction rear axle

• Black over Red vinyl

• White convertible soft top

Factory Equipment

Per trim tag (located below glovebox door):

• H1 — Produced April 1, 1963

• Style 63 867 — 1963 Convertible

• Body 5470 — St. Louis, Missouri, assembly

• Trim 490 — Red vinyl upholstery

• Paint 900 — Black

Factory equipment includes:

• L84 327ci V8 engine

  • Engine stamping 111912 corresponds with the last six digits of the serial number

  • Suffix RF corresponds with Rochester mechanical fuel injection, 360 hp

• 4-speed T10 close-ratio manual transmission

• 4.11:1 Positraction rear axle

• Independent rear suspension

• 15-inch steel wheels with faux knock-off covers

• Fuel injection badging on front fenders

• Electric pop-up headlights

• White convertible soft top

• Red vinyl upholstery and carpeting

• Bucket seats

• Delco AM/FM radio

Modifications

• Exterior resprayed Black under previous ownership

Servicing & Documentation

• Underbody photos are available in the gallery

• Service at Tony's Corvette Shop of Gaithersburg, Maryland, in September 2015 included:

  • Fuel-injection system rebuild

  • Rear suspension and T-arm rebuild

  • Steering box rebuild

  • Replacement of fuel-system components

  • Replacement of clutch components

  • Replacement of window and top parts

  • Replacement of various underhood gaskets and fluids

Known Imperfections

• Images detailing the vehicle’s condition are available in the gallery

• Delco AM/FM radio is inoperative

• Battery gauge is inoperative

• Blower motor is inoperative

• Odometer is inoperative

• Tires with older date codes

Ownership History

This 1963 Chevrolet Corvette was reportedly delivered new through Tom Benson Chevrolet in San Antonio, Texas, and later resold as a pre-owned vehicle through the same dealer in 1972. Following 45 years of ownership, the vehicle traded hands again in 2018 and it was acquired by the selling dealer in 2021.

Included Items

• Owner's manual

• Various records