This 1968 Chevrolet Corvette convertible it is powered by a 427ci L71 V8 paired with an M21 four-speed manual transmission, and it was optioned with a PosiTraction differential, the F41 performance suspension, triple two-barrel carburetors, and full transistor ignition. The car is finished in Le Mans Blue with a color-keyed hardtop and a tan soft top, and it rides on 15″ Rally wheels over four-wheel disc brakes. The cabin is trimmed in black vinyl upholstery and features a wood-rimmed steering wheel.
The 427ci L71 V8 features triple two-barrel carburetors for a factory rating of 435 horsepower, and it was optioned with the full transistor ignition system. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a Muncie M21 four-speed manual transmission and an optional PosiTraction limited-slip differential with a 3.36:1 rear gear.
The engine stamping is shown above. The IR suffix corresponds with a 435-horsepower, 427ci V8 for use with a manual transmission.
A Corvette Order Copy is included in the sale along with a Protect-O-Plate, NCRS Top Flight and Duntov Mark of Excellence awards, a reproduction window sticker, and a Bloomington Gold Certificate.
The body left the factory finished in Le Mans Blue and it was removed from the frame and stripped before being refinished with lacquer paint during the refurbishment. Details include a tan soft top, a body-color removable hardtop, retractable headlights, chrome bumpers, side vents, and dual exhaust outlets.
Silver-painted 15″ Rally wheels feature chrome hubcaps and trim rings and are mounted with Goodyear Speedway Wide Tread tires. The car was optioned with the F41 Special Performance Suspension. Braking is handled by discs at each corner.
The bucket seats are upholstered in black vinyl and fitted with lap belts, and the carpets and door sills are said to have been replaced. Amenities include a reverse-lockout shifter and a cabin heater.
The wood-rimmed steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer and a tachometer with a 6,500-rpm redline, while instrumentation found in the center stack includes an analog clock along with displays for fuel level, coolant temperature, oil pressure, and amperage.
The five-digit odometer shows 59k miles.
