Produced from only 1963 to 1967, the second generation “C2” Corvette is, thus far, the shortest-lived of the model’s eight generations. With a new, increasingly performance-focused third generation on the horizon, Chevrolet closed out the production run of the C2 Sting Ray with an especially potent engine: the 427-cubic-inch L71 V8. With an 11:1 compression ratio, three two-barrel Holley carburetors, a solid-lifter camshaft, and enlarged valve heads, the motor was good for (a likely under-rated) 435 horsepower at 5,800 rpm. With power delivered through a close-ratio Muncie M21 four-speed manual transmission, a Corvette so equipped blurred the line between sports and muscle cars.

The magnificent 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray 427/435hp Convertible offered here is finished in an exceptionally rare and highly desirable color combination of Lynndale Blue over a Black interior is with a White folding convertible top. This vehicle was ordered with numerous high-performance options in addition to its L71 V8: a Muncie close-ratio four-speed manual, a Positraction differential, the ‘off-road’ exhaust, and an F41 heavy-duty suspension. As such, this Corvette represents one of the top-performing American vehicles from its era.