1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Description

The Chevrolet Corvette (C2), the second generation of the iconic sports car produced by General Motors from 1963 to 1967, marked a new era in design and performance. The 1963 Sting Ray, an evolution from GM's Q-Corvette project and Bill Mitchell's racing Sting Ray, showcased innovation with its rear transaxle, independent rear suspension, and inboard-mounted four-wheel disc brakes, all wrapped in a design featuring peaked fenders, a long, sleek nose, and a compact, bobbed tail. Chevrolet offered an extensive array of options for the Sting Ray, ensuring no two Corvettes were alike: buyers could choose between the stylish coupe and the more popular convertible bodies, select from four engines ranging from the milder 327 cu-in to the potent 427 cu-in power plants, and opt for either a three-speed manual, a preferred four-speed manual, or a two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission. Comfort was also a priority, with features such as air conditioning and an AM/FM radio available, alongside a dazzling spectrum of colors and interior choices to tailor each Corvette to its owner's personal taste. 

Highlights 

• A long-term owner example, retained by the current owner for an impressive 38 years 

• Finished in Nassau Blue over a blue interior 

• Powered by a replacement 350 cu-in V8 installed in 2017 as reported by the consignor 

• Four-speed manual transmission 

• White folding convertible soft top 

• The vacuum headlight actuators have been replaced with electric motors 

• The consignor reports the completing the following work: 

  • Refinishing the body in 2017 

  • Overhauling the brake system in 2023 

  • Overhauling the cooling system in 2024 

  • A new wiring harness was installed in 2023 

• The chassis number (194676S121404) decodes with the following information: 

  • 1 – Chevrolet  

  • 9 – Corvette 

  • 4 – V8 engine 

  • 67 - Convertible 

  • 6 – 1966 model year 

  • S – St. Louis assembly plant 

  • 121404 – Sequential production number 

• The trim tag reveals the following original build information: 

  • 467 – Convertible 

  • A-6693 – Convertible body number 6,693 built by A.O. Smith (A)  

  • 430 – Green vinyl interior 

  • 982 – Mosport Green exterior

Features 

• Power brakes 

• Four-wheel independent suspension  

• Short-wheels base chassis with rearward weight bias  

• Front and rear variable rate springs  

• Balanced steering linkage 

• Hand operated parking brake 

• Fiberglass reinforced plastic body 

• Wrap around chrome bumpers 

• Push button door handles 

• Covered space for folding top behind seats 

• Heater / defroster 

• Bucket seats 

• Teak rimmed steering wheel 

• Lockable glove compartment 

• Padded sun visors 

Known Imperfections 

• Inoperative speedometer 

• Minor paint imperfections pictured 

Included 

• Removable hardtop 

Ownership History 

The current owner of this 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible has owned this car for a remarkable 38 years, having purchased the car in 1986. 

Additional Notes 

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

Contact: Alexander Keck  Phone: 402.617.9770  email: akeck@hagerty.com