1963 Corvette
Triple Crown-Winning, Numbers-Matching Split-Window 327/340 V8 4-Speed Posi ///
The 1963 Corvette Split-Window occupies a singular place in Corvette history as the debut of the Sting Ray coupe and a one-year design that was never repeated. Its dramatic styling defined the model instantly, and examples that retain their factory configuration have become blue-chip staples in today’s market. Finished in factory-correct Daytona Blue, the body presents with crisp panel alignment and a focus on accuracy. Brightwork and trim are consistently detailed throughout, and the car sits on correct 15" turbine-style wheels with Firestone whitewall tires, giving it the precise appearance Chevrolet intended in 1963. Power comes from the original, numbers-matching 327ci L76 V8 rated at 340 horsepower, backed by its original Borg-Warner T10 4-speed manual transmission and a Positraction rear axle with 3.70 gears. Proper finishes and factory-style components throughout the engine bay reinforce the car’s authenticity. Inside, the correct Dark Blue vinyl interior remains factory-focused, with original-style instrumentation, correct switchgear, and period-correct details including the proper shifter pattern and Delco AM radio. The cabin feels mechanical and purposeful, firmly rooted in 1963. This Split-Window has achieved Triple Crown status, earning NCRS Top Flight, Bloomington Gold, and Chevy/Vettefest Gold Spinner honors. Cohesive from trim tag to drivetrain and nationally recognized, it stands as a disciplined, well-documented example of one of the most important Corvettes ever built.
