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Auction Car of the Week: 1967 Chevrolet Corvette C2

The Chevrolet Corvette has one of the most famous nameplates in the automotive world. Perhaps it isn’t as venerated as the Porsche 911, at least outside of the USA, but the Corvette has an even longer history. Eight generations of ‘America’s sports car’ have been produced since 1953, but one version is cherished above them all: the C2.

Launched in 1963, the C2 was a dramatic departure from the original C1 ‘Vette. Gone were many of the curves, and the glitzy front grille, and in their place came sharp, purposeful lines and pinches. 

The C2 deftly walks the line between having beautiful proportions and an aggressive, muscular stance. Unquestionably, it is one of the best looking American cars of all time.

Cool in every sense

This C2 hails from 1967 – widely considered to be the most refined model-year. It’s also rarer, as many prospective Corvette buyers held off to be first in line for the third-generation car, due in 1968. As a result, some 5,000 fewer ’67 models were sold than in 1966.

The car has been recommissioned to better suit modern use. Its high-capacity aluminium radiator will reduce the chance of the 350hp small-block V8 engine overheating while idling in summer traffic. And air conditioning ensures the driver won’t overheat either.

The interior is original and upholstered in Blue Teal leather. Like the exterior and engine, it’s in excellent condition – a perfectly preserved slice of classic American motoring.

Four on the floor

Keen drivers will be pleased to find a four-speed manual transmission, which sends the 5.4-litre V8’s power to the rear wheels. 

Corvettes are known for their exhilarating performance, and this example can roar to 60mph in just over six seconds, with a top speed of nearly 150mph.

Car & Classic’s auction of the 1967 Chevrolet Corvette C2, in association with Retro Motor, is live now and runs until Independence Day: 4 July 2023. The expected sale price is around £55,000-£60,000, so get bidding!

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