1965 Chevrolet Corvair Corsa Convertible 4-Speed

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The 1965 Chevrolet Corvair marked the debut of the car’s second generation and is widely regarded as the most refined and capable version of Chevrolet’s innovative rear‑engined compact. Introduced in September 1964, the redesigned Corvair featured sleek, European‑influenced styling with a fully independent suspension derived from the Corvette Sting Ray, giving it notably improved handling and ride quality. Its air‑cooled, horizontally opposed six‑cylinder engine remained a distinctive engineering choice among American cars of the era.

The 1965 lineup offered a range of body styles, including popular coupe and convertible models within the Monza and sporty Corsa series. Corsa models featured performance‑oriented options such as a 180-horsepower turbocharged flat-six engine, along with six-gauge sport instrumentation and Corsa trim. Later referred to as the “American Porsche”, the 1965 Corvair Corsa is appreciated for its engineering ambition and stylish design.

This '65 Corsa Convertible is powered by the optional 164-cubic-inch turbocharged, air-cooled flat-six, mated to an optional four-speed manual transmission. Refurbishing by a previous owner included Ermine White (C) paint and new two-tone blue and white vinyl upholstery. According to the factory data tag, this example was originally finished in Ermine White over Blue.

The manual transmission Corvair Corsa is now represented at no reserve by a Broad Arrow Specialist with a clean Michigan title in the current owner’s name.

Highlights

• Refinished in factory-correct Ermine White paint with a dark blue convertible top

• Front bucket and rear bench seats reupholstered in two-tone blue and white vinyl

• Rear-mounted 164ci turbocharged, air-cooled flat-six engine with four-barrel carburetor rated at 180 hp

• Optional four-speed manual transmission

Factory Equipment

• 140-mph speedometer and 6,000-rpm tachometer

• Wood-rimmed steering wheel

• Clock

• Seat belts

• Corsa package includes:

  • Distinctive exterior trim, including Corsa emblems and bright grille inserts mounted below the rear bumper

  • High‑performance 180‑hp turbo (optional) or 140‑hp engine (standard)

  • Six‑gauge sport instrumentation

• The data plate decodes as:

  • Date: 05D – Built second week in May 1965

  • Style: 65-10767 – Corsa two-door convertible

  • Body: WRN 6129 – 6,129th Corsa convertible built at Willow Run plant

  • Trim: 733 – Blue

  • Paint: C-1 - Ermine White

  • WD – Internal plant code

  • Accessories: 2L S 3C 4F 5W – 4-speed manual transmission (2L), black dash and carpet (S), padded dash (3C), remote mirror and courtesy lamps (4F), tinted windshield (5W)

• The chassis number (107675W268176) decodes as:

  • 1 – Chevrolet

  • 07 – Corvair Corsa

  • 67 – Convertible

  • 5 – 1965 model year

  • W – Willow Run (Michigan) assembly plant

  • 268176 – Sequential production number

Modifications

• Reupholstered blue and white vinyl seats and blue door panels

• Replaced AM radio with aftermarket stereo

Servicing

• Recent maintenance reportedly includes:

  • Fluids changed (transmission, rear differential, and oil, plus oil filter)

  • Brakes replaced

  • Wheel cylinders overhauled

• Firestone FR380 P175/80R13 whitewall tires

Documentation

• Some service receipts accompany the sale, according to the current owner

Known Imperfections

• Paint flaws include chips, bumps, and overspray (see photo gallery)

• Cracks on lower front valance (below passenger headlights) and driver’s rear quarter panel

• Dent in front bumper

• Dent near exterior passenger door handle

• Pitting on chrome mirrors and trim

• Fuel gauge and clock are inoperable

Ownership History

The current owner of this 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Corsa Convertible reportedly purchased it in August 2024. Prior to that, the car had been stored for approximately 10 years.

Included Items

• Convertible boot cover

• Owner’s manual for radio

Additional Information

A Broad Arrow Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the seller of this listing. As such, the purchase transaction will be facilitated by Broad Arrow, including vehicle payment, applicable taxes required to be collected by the seller or Broad Arrow, and title/ownership reassignment. Broad Arrow is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Craig Zimmerman Phone: 586.707.5811‬ email: cszimmerman@hagerty.com