Currently listed for sale on AutoHunter is this restored 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe. As the first of the C3s, the 1968 Corvette has several features that are different from all other C3s, perhaps most noticeable being the quartet of solid red taillights. Powering this Corvette is the infamous 350-horsepower L79 327, which is mated to a four-speed manual. Features include air conditioning, side pipes, power windows, an L88 hood, and more. Painted red with a tan vinyl interior, this example of America’s Sports Car is offered by the selling dealer in Connecticut with an owner’s manual and a clear title.
This Corvette was originally painted Corvette Bronze but was repainted in the bright red you see here. Features include T-tops, silver-painted gills, an L88 hood, side pipes, and more. The 15-inch Rally wheels are wrapped in 215/70 BFGoodrich Radial T/A raised-white-letter tires.
The tan vinyl interior features two bucket seats divided by a console housing a manual shifter. Interior features include air conditioning, power windows, a simulated wood steering wheel with power steering, and an aftermarket radio/cassette player.
Instrumentation includes a 160-mph speedometer, 7,000-rpm tachometer, and gauges for the oil pressure, water temperature, battery, and fuel, plus a clock. The odometer currently reads 67,925 miles, though the title says this vehicle is mileage-exempt.
The L79 was the top small-block available in 1968. It put out 350 glorious horsepower. It is backed by an M20 wide-ratio four-speed manual transmission. Look under the hood and you’ll find an electronic ignition and a new Champion radiator.
The undercarriage features an independent front and rear suspension, four-wheel disc brakes with stainless steel calipers, and (naturally!) a dual exhaust system.
When the C3 Corvette hit the streets in the autumn of 1967, it was the wildest American vehicle around in a new model year that had several stellar designs, including the GTO and Charger. Plus, every Corvette managed to give its owner the option of open-air driving, somewhat spelling doom for the convertible. Add the high-winding L79 327 and you know this 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe will be an exhilarating drive for someone who ponies up and places the winning bid. Will that be you? The auction ends on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (PDT), so bid now and bid high!
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