Introducing the 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
This 1963 Chevrolet Corvette convertible is like a page from a classic car lover’s diary, lovingly held by its former custodian for over 47 years. It received a restoration back in 2003 that saw it reborn in a stunning metallic red, with a refreshed interior and muscle car upgrades including a souped-up 350ci V8 engine. The car has been gifted with aftermarket front disc brakes and QA1 front coilovers. Its sleek appearance is marked by flip-up headlamps perfectly matched with quad tail lamps, sitting pretty on 17″ Budnik wheels. Inside, you’ll find bolstered bucket seats, a split-spoke steering wheel, and a Custom Sound stereo that’s ready to blast your favorite road trip tunes. Shifting comes courtesy of the Muncie M21 four-speed manual transmission, while further engineering magic includes a Holley carburetor, an Edelbrock intake manifold, and MSD ignition, all singing in harmony with long-tube headers flowing into an expertly tuned dual exhaust system. Fast forward to 2025, the current seller spruced things up by re-trimming the seats and swapping out the door panels and carpets. Now it’s ready for its next adventure, complete with a spotless California title.
Repaint and Body Work
It’s time to fall head over heels with its fiberglass body, repainted in a sizzling Inferno Red Pearl Metallic—part of that 2003 refurbishment we mentioned earlier. This Corvette doesn’t just turn heads, it breaks necks with its replacement black convertible top and standout details like flip-up headlamps, fender vents, and classic chrome bumperettes. Just a little character: a small paint blemish near the passenger-side door handle, and a modest crack in one of the passenger-side headlamps.
Wheels and Suspension
The vintage charm extends to its 17″ Budnik Teardrop wheels wrapped with 205/55 front and 225/55 rear General Exclaim tires. Did you know that the C2 was the first Corvette to come with fully independent suspension? We’re talking upper and lower control arms upfront and a three-link setup with a transverse leaf spring at the rear. This car hasn’t lost touch with history, either, featuring power steering, QA1 coilovers, and retrofitted brake calipers over slotted rotors at the front.
Interior Refresh
Sitting inside this beauty feels like a trip back in time. The bolstered bucket seats were lovingly reupholstered in black vinyl in 2025, and new door panels and carpets are in place for those close-up admirers. For your listening pleasure, a Custom Sound stereo has been installed alongside amenities like an analog clock, a heater, and those all-important three-point seatbelts.
Performance and Power
Slide into the driver’s seat, and you’re met with a split-spoke steering wheel centered on a 160-mph speedometer, a tachometer teasing a 5,300-rpm redline, and gauges ambitiously monitoring amperage, oil pressure, coolant temperature, and fuel levels. That five-digit odometer reads 6k miles, with less than 50 of those added by the current custodian. The full history? A delightful mystery still unsolved.
“The Corvette you’ve always dreamed of, brought to life with upgrades that whisper (rather loudly) horsepower and craftsmanship.”
Engine Insights
Under that time-honored hood lies a reason to drool slightly—a 350ci V8, expertly bored .030″ over, added during its 2003 makeover. It’s got a little pep in its step, courtesy of an MSD Street Fire ignition system and a Holley Demon carburetor perched atop an aluminum Edelbrock intake manifold. Let’s not forget the COMP Cams camshaft, a roomy oil pan, and four-bolt main bearings giving it the guts to go for miles or perhaps mere minutes—depending on how you play your cards.
Transmission and Exhaust
Power flows to the rear wheels via that trusty Muncie M21 four-speed manual transmission. And oh, the sound! The dual exhaust system has long-tube headers paired with MagnaFlow mufflers, sending notes that echo class and courage.
Decoding the Trim Tag
For those who love car history as much as the drive:
- Style 63 867: 1963 Corvette convertible
- Body 7527: St. Louis body number
- Trim 490K: Blue vinyl upholstery ties this vintage ride with a ribbon of authenticity.
- Paint 916A: Once upon a time, it was dressed in Daytona Blue paint.
This 1963 beauty begs you to take it for a spin and rediscover the thrill of a powerhouse piece of history, lovingly maintained and thirsting for the open road.