1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Tesla EV Conversion

Description

Debuting in 1963, the second-generation Chevrolet Corvette (often called C2) was produced until 1967. The C2 platform famously brought independent suspension to the Corvette, and produced the 1963-only "split window" model.

This 1965 Chevrolet Corvette has been converted to a full electric vehicle, using Tesla electronics as well as Netgain motors and controller. It has a Torque Solutions EV Torque Box gear reduction transmission. The gauges have been recalibrated to accurately reflect electric motor and battery readouts. The charging port has been relocated to the original fuel filler location.

This Corvette EV is finished in satin blue with a tan interior and convertible soft top. It sits on painted 15" steel wheels, wrapped in Bridgestone tires. This Corvette was previously part of Robert Downey Jr's car collection and was modified on his TV show "Downey's Dream Cars."

This 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Tesla EV Conversion is now offered with a clean Florida title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• EV conversion with Tesla electronic and Netgain motors

• EZ electric power steering

• RideTech suspension

• Refurbished dash gauges

Modifications

• All Tesla EV electronics with 37.1 kWh battery pack

• Dual Netgain Hyper 9 EV motors

• Torque Solutions EV Torque Box gear reduction transmission

• EZ electric power steering

• RideTech supplemental full suspension support

• Retro Manufacturing Bluetooth radio

• J1772 charge port (located in original fuel filler)

• Fuel gauge recalibrated to show EV battery charge percentage

• Tachometer recalibrated to show energy (kWh) being drawn from EV battery pack

• Satin blue paint

• 15" satin blue painted steel wheels

• Satin exterior trim

• Aftermarket steering wheel

Known Imperfections

• Driver’s side headlight open/close operates intermittently

• The seller states, "Windshield wipers have been “parked”. Original wiper motor is in the car with cable unplugged."

Photographs showing this 1965 Chevrolet Corvette's condition are available in the gallery

Ownership History

The seller acquired this vehicle in 2025.

Included Items

• 1965 Chevy Corvette EV User Manual from Electrified Garage

• 12-volt battery tender

• Level 1 EV battery charger

Additional Information

This '65 Corvette EV conversion was profiled by Hagerty Media.