58k-Mile 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible

Description

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, 58,750-mile ’68 Corvette Convertible is finished in British Green paint over Saddle vinyl interior with a new soft top and matching British Green hardtop. It is powered by a numbers-matching L79 327 and Muncie four-speed. 

Highlights 

• 1968 Corvette Convertible showing 58,508 miles, believed to be original 

• Refinished by previous owner in correct British Green (983) paint (unknown date) over Saddle vinyl (420) interior 

• New soft top and matching British Green hardtop 

• Powered by a numbers-matching L79 327 cu-in V8 rated at 350 hp and 360 lb-ft of torque 

• Numbers-matching Muncie four-speed manual transmission 

• The chassis number (194678S420603) decodes as: 

  • 1 – Chevrolet 

  • 9 – Corvette 

  • 4 – V8 engine 

  • 67 – Convertible 

  • 8 – 1968 model year 

  • S – St. Louis assembly plant 

  • 420603 – Sequential production number  

  Features 

• Power steering  

• 160 mph speedometer 

• Analog clock 

• AM/FM radio 

• Steel wheels with chrome hubs 

• BFGoodrich Silvertown Radial P215/70R15 redline tires 

• Four-wheel disc brakes 

Known Imperfections 

• Paint imperfections up front, particularly around headlight lids, passenger side edge of hood, and top edge of driver’s front fender 

• Minor paint chips/imperfections on driver’s door, top side of deck lid, rear edge of trunk lid, and passenger door 

• Radio does not function 

• Small tear in upholstery at bottom of driver’s door 

• Scuff marks on center console 

• Scuffs marks on upholstery at top rear corner of passenger door 

  Included 

• British Green hardtop 

• 1968 Corvette owner's manual 

• New "327 Turbo-Fire 350 Horsepower" sticker for air cleaner lid 

• Key 

• Some documentation dating to 1974, 2001, and 2021

Ownership History

This 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible has had multiple owners since new, with the earliest records dating to a purchase agreement in February 1974. The car is currently located in Mount Vernon, Washington.