Car History

1968 is the first year for the very popular C3 Corvette platform that ran through 1982. Some of the most iconic Corvettes of all time are C3’s, especially the 427 big block Corvettes.

We have a very nice original 1968 Chevrolet Corvette here at Skyway Classics that has a 427 cubic inch engine rated at 390 horsepower that has been rebuilt, M-21 4-speed transmission, mostly original interior, and paint, and a good black convertible top.

We also found the Tank Sticker and original Bill Of Sales, and other paperwork on this original owner car we found in Ohio!

Features

1968 Chevrolet Corvette L36

Original L36 427 cubic inch engine rated at 390 horsepower with its #3916321 early 1968 390 horsepower only big block engine stamping Original date coded and rebuilt Rochester Quadrajet 4-barrel Original correct #3919849 very rare aluminum intake Great original engine retains most all of its parts Tower-top hose clamps Correct fuel lines and linkages Chrome air cleaner with a 390 horsepower decal Chrome factory valve covers Power brakes Power Steering Factory cast iron exhaust manifolds Dual exhaust system Factory chrome original distributor shielding Original factory SMOG pump and system The original but restored engine compartment Dual exhaust system M21 4-speed transmission Original but great stock Medium Blue twin bucket seat interior Matching new blue carpet, center console Original blue factory dash with its gages and factory tach Matching blue door panels Blue seat belts The original Delco radio Stock gauge package above the console with the Fiber Optic lights 4-speed chrome factory shifter Factory wood steering wheel Exterior is the original paint in #976AA Lemans Blue Chevrolet Rally Wheels BF Goodrich Radial TA raised white letter tires Domed factory 427 hood Great black convertible top

Mechanical

Ours has the original and rebuilt 427 cubic inch engine, rated at 390 horsepower, with its #3916321 early 1968 390 horsepower only big block engine stamping that shows how rare it is, as well as the original date coded and rebuilt Rochester Quadrajet 4-barrel, and also the correct #3919849 390 horsepower aluminum intake it sits on.

This great original engine retains most all of its parts including the most tower-top hose clamps, the correct fuel lines and linkages, chrome air cleaner with a 390 horsepower decal, chrome factory valve covers, power brakes, factory cast iron exhaust manifolds and the dual exhaust system, factory chrome original distributor shielding, and even the original factory SMOG pump and system too!

It is all sitting in the original but restored engine compartment and has a great sounding dual exhaust system and a M21 4-speed transmission, this Corvette steers and stops like a sports car should.

These Corvettes are smooth riding and put the power to the ground with an inverse leaf spring independent rear suspension. The 68 model has vacuum operated flip up headlights and a vacuum operated windshield wiper cowl.

Interior

Our Corvette has an original but great stock Medium Blue twin bucket seat interior, with the matching new blue carpet, center console, and original blue factory dash with its gages and factory tach, matching blue door panels, and blue seat belts.

The original Delco radio resides above the console as well as the stock gauge package with the Fiber Optic lights above the 4-speed chrome factory shifter and you will notice the factory wood steering wheel too.

Exterior

The exterior is the original #976AA Lemans Blue which also matches the Build Sheet to show it is the original color it was born with. That shade of blue is really pleasant and looks good with the chrome accents, bumpers, and Chevrolet Rallye Wheels with BF Goodrich Radial TA raised white letter tires that provide a classic and clean look.

The curves on C3 Corvettes are famously loved and the working flip up headlights add to the sports car appeal as well as the dual chrome exhaust tips exiting the rear that look that sound great.

It has the mean looking domed factory 427 hood, side scoops, and is topped off with a great black convertible top too.

Conclusion

If you're looking for a Time Capsule of a 427 Corvette Convertible with the original 427 cubic inch engine, blue interior, and 4-speed transmission, we have it here for you at Skyway Classics.

It is a rare and reasonably priced chrome bumper C3 Corvette, wears the great color combination for a Corvette, and will always hold its value should you ever decide to sell in the future.

It is truly rare to find a very rare acquisition for you to make such a 1968 but this one also has the original paperwork and Build Sheet that we left on the gas tank (under a plastic cover) it is truly a rare acquisition for you to make and add to your collection.

So give us a call at 941-254-6608.

Disclaimer

Information found on the website is presented as given to us by the owner of the car, whether on consignment or from the owner we bought it from. Some Photos, materials for videos, descriptions and other information are provided by the consignor/seller and is deemed reliable, but Skyway Classics does not warranty or guarantee this information. Skyway Classics is not responsible for information that may incorrect or a publishing error. The decision to purchase should be based solely on the buyer’s personal inspection of the vehicle or by a professional inspection service prior to offer or purchase being made.