1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Description

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Hot Rod magazine called the new 1968 Chevrolet Corvette “a thoroughly enjoyable road machine — handling, steering, and stopping better than most any European car at twice the price." The first iteration of the C3 generation featured a bold new design with significant engineering updates, proving to be a radical departure from the C2 Sting Ray.  

Inspired by the Mako Shark II concept car, the ’68 model featured a dramatic, aerodynamic body with flowing lines and hidden headlights. Under the hood, the car offered a range of powerful engines, including the base 327 cubic-inch V8 and several big-block 427 options, with outputs ranging from 300 to 435 horsepower. The L79 327 V8, rated at 350 hp, was a popular choice for those seeking a balance of performance and drivability.  

Transmission options included a three-speed automatic and several manual gearboxes. The redesigned interior provided a more driver-focused cockpit. The ’68 model was the first in which the Corvette was officially called “Stingray” as one word (although it was not badged as such until 1969).  

This well-maintained ’68 Corvette Convertible is finished in Red paint over Saddle vinyl and cloth interior with a black soft top and matching black hardtop. It is powered by the base 327 V8 with a Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 (TH400) automatic transmission. 

Highlights 

• Finished in red paint over Saddle vinyl upholstery with patterned cloth inserts 

• Powered by a 327 cu-in V8 rated at 300 hp and 360 lb-ft of torque 

• Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 (TH400) three-speed automatic transmission  

• The chassis number (194678S417267) decodes as: 

  • 1 – Chevrolet  

  • 9 – Corvette  

  • 4 – V8 engine  

  • 67 – Convertible  

  • 8 – 1968 model year  

  • S – St. Louis assembly plant  

  • 417267 – Sequential production number  

Features 

• Side exhaust pipes 

• Power steering  

• 160 mph speedometer, 7,000 rpm tachometer, and center-mounted gauge cluster 

• AM/FM/Cassette stereo  

• Steel wheels with chrome hubs and rings 

• BFGoodrich Silvertown Radial P245/60R15 tires  

• Four-wheel disc brakes 

Known Imperfections 

• Paint scratch on hood near passenger headlight 

• Paint chip near driver’s rear chrome hood attachment, which is scraped 

• Paint imperfections on decorative vertical “Shark gills” behind front wheels 

• Paint imperfections on rear fenders 

• Minor wear on interior of doors 

• Rear storage doors are missing hinges 

• Clock does not work 

• Stains on carpet 

• Hard top missing rear latching hardware 

Included 

• Key 

Ownership History

The Michigan seller of this 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible has owned it since May 2025.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

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