Fuel-Injected 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split-Window Coupe 4-Speed

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

A 1963 Corvette split-window coupe is one of the world’s most desirable cars. That first C2 wore an incredibly seductive body — but it was the one-year-only split rear window that made this car a legend.

Underneath, Zora Arkus-Duntov’s chassis had both strength, and a low center of gravity. It was complemented by Corvette’s very first fully independent suspension, as well as the driver’s choice of 327 V8 power levels and a manual or automatic transmission. The two top engines — the 340-horsepower carbureted L76 and the 360-horsepower fuel-injected L84 — had special Duntov camshafts, solid-lifter valvetrains, and 11.25 to 1 compression ratios for ultra-high performance.

Motor Trend tested a 1963 “fuelie” and exclaimed, “0 to 60 in 5.8 seconds…” and Road & Track said of the new suspension, “In a word, the new Sting Ray sticks! Whether you slam the car through an S-bend at 85 or pop the clutch at 5000 rpm at the drag strip, the result is the same — great gripping gobs of traction.”

This 1963 split-window coupe is finished in its factory-correct combination of Silver Blue over blue upholstery. It was reportedly refurbished in the 1990s, retains a correct 340-horsepower 327ci V8 engine, and its carburetor was swapped for a Rochester mechanical fuel-injection system to achieve the top-spec L84’s lofty 360 horsepower. Power is sent through an M20 1965–67 Corvette four-speed manual transmission.

This fuel-injected split-window Vette is now offered by the selling dealer as part of the Burnyzz Collection of January vehicles

Highlights

• 1963 Corvette reportedly restored in the early 1990s with added Rochester mechanical fuel-injection

• (L76) RE-code 327ci V8

• (M20) 1965–67 Corvette four-speed manual transmission

• Finished in original combination of (912A) Silver Blue with (490J) Blue vinyl interior

• Special mechanical camshaft, large-port heads, domed pistons, and 11.25:1 compression ratio

Factory Equipment

• 15-inch Western Wheel reproduction knockoffs now wearing modern Firestone tires

• Four-wheel power drum brakes

• Four-wheel independent suspension with coil spring front, three-link rear

• 3.70:1 rear gear ratio with Positraction

• 160-mph speedometer, 7,000-rpm tachometer, oil pressure, coolant temp, voltage, and fuel level gauges, with clock

• The chassis number (30837S107159) decodes as:

  • 3 – 1963

  • 08 – Corvette

  • 37 – Coupe

  • S – St. Louis, Missouri assembly plant

  • 107159 – Sequential production number corresponding with a mid-January build date 

• The trim tag decodes as:

  • 63 837 – 1963 Corvette Coupe

  • 3911 – Body production number

  • 912A – Silver Blue paint

  • 490J – Blue vinyl interior  

• The engine block stamping (F0102RE) decodes as:

  • F – Flint, Michigan engine plant

  • 107159 – 1963, VIN derivative

  • 0102 – January 02, 1963 engine assembly date

  • RE – 327 cu-in, 340-hp V8, 11.25:1 compression ratio, manual transmission, carbureted 

• The transmission decodes as:

  • 3885010 – 1965–67 Corvette Muncie 4-speed with 1” countershaft bore and large bearing

  • P0131 – January 31 build date (year unknown)

  • Possibly a stronger warranty replacement after the weaker 1963 unit failed 

• The rear end decodes as:

  • CD 1 2 63 – January 2, 1963 production date with 3.70:1 ratio and Positraction

Modifications

• Rochester mechanical fuel-injection system

• Kenwood AM/FM/Cassette with upgraded speakers

Known Imperfections

• Per the selling dealer, this is an older-refurbishment with patina showing evidence that it's been driven and enjoyed

Ownership History

This 1963 Corvette is offered from the Burnyzz Collection of January vehicles

Included Items

• Factory radio

• Knockoff hammer

• Jack

• Tire iron

Additional Information

The selling dealer states, “It drives very well, and pulls really hard under throttle.”

Disclaimer Provided by Seller: Seller does its best to inspect, drive, and note any known imperfections in the advertisement and pre-sale of vehicles it lists for sale. However, due to the nature of collector automobiles, seller cannot guarantee that every vehicle function, whether electrical or mechanical, will work as it originally did. These components will need upkeep and attention. In addition, often these vehicles can sit for periods of time and once you begin to drive them issues can arise without warning. Please make sure you are comfortable with this before buying a collector or vintage automobile. Seller did NOT build or restore this vehicle. Vehicles are sold AS-IS by seller, with all faults known/unknown and with no implied warranty. Pre-purchase inspections are welcome, and seller simply describes these vehicles to the best of its knowledge.