This 1963 Chevrolet Corvette split-window coupe was first delivered to Harry Mann Chevrolet of Los Angeles and is powered by a 327ci L75 V8 paired with a four-speed manual transmission. The car is finished in red over red and equipped with 15″ steel wheels with three-eared knock-off spinner-style hubcaps, a Positraction differential, power windows, an AM/FM radio, concealed headlights, and six taillamps.
The 327ci L75 V8 was equipped from the factory with a single four-barrel carburetor for a factory rating of 300 horsepower. The wiring harness was replaced.
The engine stamping includes sequence 3113681, which matches the last six digits of the vehicle’s serial number. The RD suffix corresponds with a 300-horsepower, 327ci V8 for use with a manual transmission.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission and an optional Positraction differential.
The NCRS Shipping Data report lists a GM official production date of April 24, 1963.
The fiberglass body left the factory finished in Riverside Red (923) and features flip-up headlamps, fender vents, chrome bumperettes, three taillamps per side, and dual exhaust tips that exit through the rear valance.
Silver-finished 15” steel wheels feature three-eared knock-off spinner-style hubcaps and are mounted with BFGoodrich thin whitewall tires The C2 was the first Corvette to offer fully independent suspension, with upper and lower control arms at the front and a three-link setup with a transverse leaf spring at the rear. Braking is handled by four-wheel drums.
The cabin is trimmed in red and features two bucket seats that were reupholstered with replacement seat foam and covers in preparation for the sale. The carpeting was also replaced. Amenities include a heater, an AM/FM radio, an analog clock, power windows, and lap belts.
The three-spoke steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer and a tachometer with a 5,300-rpm redline as well as gauges for amperage, oil pressure, coolant temperature, and fuel level.
The five-digit odometer shows 60k miles.
