1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Description

Introduced for the 1968 model year, the third generation C3 Corvette featured a shapely new exterior heavily inspired by the Mako Shark II concept designed by Larry Shinoda. This new generation also delivered a completely redesigned interior that would both help the C3 Corvette set new sales records for General Motors. Available in either Coupe or Convertible models, the curvaceous exterior design is highlighted by the signature pop-up headlights that were concealed via a vacuum-operated system. Utilizing many of the already well-proven chassis components from the previous generation, the C3 offered independent suspension along with a revised engine line-up for 1969 which increased standard displacement from 327 to 350 cu-in. For 1969 Chevrolet would also bring back the name Stingray which now appeared on the front fender as a single word as opposed to Sting Ray used for the 1963-1967 C2 generation. Marking the second time a Corvette would carry this name, it was retired until 2014 when it would remerge in 2014 for the release of the C7 Corvette. Truly an American icon, the C3 is favored by many as one of the most accessible and dependable offerings of America's most famous sports car.

Highlights

• Powered by a larger 350 cu-in V8 introduced in 1969 producing 300 horsepower

• Restored under previous ownership to Can-Am White with a White soft-top

• Rebuilt transmission under correct ownership in 2015 in addition to a Saddle vinyl interior kit with new seats and dashboard

• Offered with 33,636 miles at the time of cataloging, approximately 6,500 of which were added under current ownership over the last 11 years

Features

• Independent suspension

• Four-wheel disc brakes

• Turbo Hydramatic three-speed (M40) automatic transmission

• Power steering

• Power Brakes

• 15-inch wheels with chrome wheel rings

• Equipped with factory A/C unit

• Pop-up headlights

• Chrome luggage rack

• Seat Belts added under current ownership

• Dual exhausts with chrome tips

• An instrument cluster described by Chevrolet as “If it has anything to do with the engine, there's a gauge for it” which includes a Tachometer, ammeter, oil pressure, sweep second rally clock, fuel gauge, mileage and trip odometer

Flaws

• The air conditioning unit does not function

• Owner notes small spider web crack on hood

• The owner notes the vehicle does shift into first gear with a small thud

Includes

• Reproduction owners manual

• Assembly instructions manual

Ownership History

This vehicle was acquired by the current owner in 2012 in Texas. It was under previous ownership that the vehicle was refinished in Can-Am White over Saddle from the original Cortez Silver over Bright Blue interior that it was believed to be originally delivered. Under correct ownership, this vehicle has enjoyed climate-controlled storage and only periodic use.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner for this vehicle.

Contact: Jeff Inglis Phone: 503.318.0620 email: jeff.inglis@broadarrowgroup.com