1968 Corvette L71 435HP 427 Coupe - NO RESERVE!!

Chevrolet Corvette 1968 Description

House of Horsepower is family owned, classic and specialty car dealer located in SE Wisconsin. We pride ourselves on the customer service we provide and the honest and straightforward way we do business. We don't want to just sell you a car, we strive to create a relationship that will keep you coming back for your future car needs as well. We keep our overhead low so we can price our cars competitively and save you money. We are proud to represent this beautiful 1968 Corvette L71 435hp 427 coupe. A real numbers matching 53,000 mile example of one of the icons of the ‘60’s sports and muscle car world.

Body/Paint/Exterior Trim:

The beautiful body work on this car has been treated to one repaint in the correct LeMans blue (paint code 976) in the past. The panels are nice and straight, the fit and finish is as good, if not better than original from GM and the paint has a high gloss with very few imperfections. Chrome is nice condition with no pitting or rust areas. The original looking stainless trim and emblems are all straight and shine nicely. The added fender vent trim while not original on the ’68 model, adds a subtle dress up to the car. Weatherstripping is in good shape and there are no leaks. Undercarriage and frame is nicely detailed with no signs of rust or problem areas.

Interior:

The trim code 415 medium blue leather interior looks to be mostly original in consistent condition to a car with 53,000 miles. The seat covers do show some light wear, but are not ripped or cracked. The door panels and carpet are in excellent condition with very little wear showing. Dash is uncut, crack free and still looks great. All gauges are clear and in good working order with the exception of the clock. Even the factory AM/FM radio works. The only deviation from stock inside is the addition of a Vintage Air Gen IV system that utilizes stock looking controls, existing side vents and adds a stock looking center vent. From the cabin most people would never even notice the system was added. Manual window regulators work smoothly and there is no binding with the manual lock assemblies.

Engine/Drivetrain:

Original VIN stamped and correct engine suffix and casting code (detailed below) “L71” 435HP 427 cubic inch engine has all its correct born with components. The engine runs excellent, with a hint of cam lope from the original spec solid lifer cam. Correct tri-carb intake and Holley carbs top off the engine and spent gasses exit through original cast iron exhaust manifolds. The engine is mated to a service replacement Muncie M20 4-speed transmission that shifts smoothly and quietly through all the gears. Out back is the correct date coded, “AZ” 3.55:1 geared posi-traction rear end to round out the drivetrain. While this car is a collector piece, it is also built to be driven and enjoyed!

Attention to detail:

Wherever you look there is attention to detail. From the beautiful engine bay, to the clean and detailed undercarriage, the good complete interior and, straight and solid exterior, this car will not disappoint. It is a perfect addition to any collection for someone that wants a numbers matching L71 435HP Corvette that will perform well at shows, get attention at cars and coffee events without the hassle of having to trailer it everywhere you go. According to its Corvette C3 registry entry, this is one of 19 cars built with its configuration and options which makes for a very collectible car!

VIN: 194378S425703

VIN Breakdown:

1 - Make – Chevrolet
9 – Model Series – Corvette
4 – Engine type – V8
37 – Body – Corvette coupe
8 – Model Year – 1968
S – Assembly plant – St. Louis, Missouri
425703 – Plant sequence

Cowl Tag Breakdown:

Line 1
Body build date – L16 – July 16, 1968
Line 2
Interior trim – (415) Medium Blue Leather
Exterior Paint Code – (976) LeMans Blue

Engine Pad Breakdown:

T0710IR

Engine Plant – (T) Tonawanda plant
Assembly date – (0710) July 10th
Engine/Transmission Code – (IR) L71 (435HP 427)/Manual Transmission

VIN Code: 18S425703

Engine Casting Number:

3935439 –390, 400, 430 and 435HP 427 (Late production 1968 model year)

Cylinder Head Info:

Left (Driver’s side)
Casting number: 3919840 – 435HP 427
Assembly Date – (E15 8) May 15, 1968

Right (Passenger’s side)
Casting number: 3919840 – 435HP 427
Assembly Date – (F17 8) June 17, 1968

Intake Casting Number: 3919852 – 435HP 427 Aluminum

Carb Code Breakdown:

Front/Rear Carb – 3902352 – Holley 2300 (435/427)
Middle Carb – 3940929 – Holley 2300 w/choke (435/427)

Exhaust Manifolds:

Left (Driver’s side) – 3880827 – All 427 engines
Right (Passenger’s side) – 3880828 – All 427 engines

Rear end:

Diff Code: AZ – 3.55:1 (427 Engine)
Date: 07 11 68 (July 11, 1968)
Assembly plant: W – Warren, MI

Options w/production breakdown (According to entry in C3 Corvette registry https://www.c3registry.com/index.php?job=ShowCorvette&car_id=5511 ):

A85 – Custom Shoulder Belts (std w/coupe)
J50 – Power Brakes (33.46%)
L71 – 427ci, 435HP engine (10.14%)
M20 – 4 Speed Manual Transmission (37.67%)
U69 – AM/FM Radio (85.15%)

Overall production - .06% (19 cars)

Many additional detailed and high resolution pictures are here: http://www.forthemomentsphotography.com/ForSale/1968-Corvette-427435-Coupe/

We encourage personal and third party inspections, please call to make an appointment as this car is offsite in a secured facility!!Feel free to call me with any questions so you have a full understanding of what you are purchasing. Car is for sale locally and I do reserve the right to cancel the auction early for local sale.Payment made by cashier's check, funds must clear before pickup or delivery will take place. $1000.00 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit required 48 hours after close of auction. PLEASE make sure you have funds available and are ready to purchase before you make a bid! If you have less than 5 positive feedback points, call beforebidding.

John
www.house-of-horsepower.com
414-333-0686