1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 5-Speed

This 1965 Chevrolet Corvette convertible has been extensively modified and upgraded over the years. A replacement 327ci V8 engine was installed by a previous owner, while the current owner added a Tremec five-speed manual transmission after purchasing the car in 2018. Additional upgrades include a full refinish and reupholstery in red, a new black convertible soft top, a fiberglass transverse rear leaf spring, power-assisted rack and pinion steering, an Ididit tilt steering column, a dual reservoir brake master cylinder, an Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor, an electric fuel pump, an auxiliary electric radiator fan, Vintage Air air conditioning, and an aftermarket stereo system. The car also features a removable hardtop, chrome-finished 15″ American Racing wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, and retractable headlights. In preparation for sale, the clutch, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, and roller pilot bearing were replaced. The vehicle is offered with photos documenting its refurbishment and comes with a clean Colorado title in the seller’s name.

The fiberglass body was repainted in red in 2018. Notable exterior features include a body-color removable hardtop, a replacement black soft top, a stinger-style hood with a black stripe, flip-up headlights with blue bulbs, chrome bumpers, fender vents, a driver’s side mirror, a side-exit exhaust system, and a retractable antenna. The paintwork does show some cracks and swirl marks.

The chrome-finished 15″ American Racing wheels are fitted with Uniroyal Tiger Paw tires sized 205/70. The car is equipped with Steeroids power rack and pinion steering, a fiberglass transverse leaf spring, and a dual reservoir brake master cylinder, all installed during current ownership. Braking is provided by four-wheel discs.

Inside, the cabin is finished in red, with new seat covers, foam, door panels, and carpeting. Additional interior features include a Hurst shifter, three-point seat belts, Vintage Air air conditioning, a RetroSound Bluetooth stereo, and a center armrest with cupholders. The seller notes that the clock runs fast, and the windshield washers are not operational.

A wood-rimmed steering wheel is attached to an Ididit tilt steering column and sits in front of a 160-mph speedometer, a tachometer with a 6,500-rpm redline, and auxiliary gauges for fuel level, amperage, oil pressure, and coolant temperature. The five-digit odometer displays 32k miles, with approximately 15k of those miles added by the current owner. The total mileage is unknown.

The replacement 327ci V8, installed by a previous owner, was reportedly rebuilt just before the seller acquired the car in 2018. The engine block carries the casting number 3892657, corresponding to a 1967 Chevrolet 327ci V8. The car is also equipped with an Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor, an electric fuel pump, and an auxiliary electric radiator fan.

Power is delivered to the rear wheels via a Tremec five-speed manual transmission installed under current ownership. The seller confirms that the clutch, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, and roller pilot bearing were all replaced in preparation for the sale. Some corrosion is noted on the undercarriage fasteners.