THE ICONIC CORVETTE: Celebrating This Timeless Sports Car on the Barrett-Jackson Auction Block
July 20, 2023
Posted by Barrett-Jackson
SCOTTSDALE 2014 – 1967 CHEVROLET CORVETTE L88 – SOLD! $3,850,000
The Chevrolet Corvette is an American automotive icon that has captivated car enthusiasts for over six decades. With its sleek design, powerful performance and rich heritage, the Corvette has established itself as a symbol of American automotive excellence. Corvettes of all generations and styles – including Resto-Mods and Pro-Touring – are among the most popular vehicles to cross the block throughout Barrett-Jackson’s history.
Enjoy this selection of spectacular Corvettes that showcase the allure and legacy of this remarkable sports car on the Barrett-Jackson auction block:
SCOTTSDALE 2014 – 1967 CHEVROLET CORVETTE L88 – SOLD! $3,850,000 One of 20 produced in 1967. Powered by an L88 427ci engine mated to an M22 4-speed manual transmission. Equipped with heavy-duty power brakes, F41 suspension, K66 transistor ignition, 4.56 posi-traction and shoulder harness. The only known 1967 red-on-red L88 produced.
SCOTTSDALE 2014 – 1969 CHEVROLET CORVETTE #57 REBEL CONVERTIBLE RACE CAR – SOLD! $2,860,000 World-record-holding #57 Rebel Corvette convertible. Has appeared in numerous publications and graced the cover of Autoweek, Corvette News and Corvette Corner back in its day. Ordered new by professional racer Or Costanzo and delivered by Feman Chevrolet in Tampa, FL, in January 1969. One of only four lightweight L88s built, equipped with a dual disc clutch and open chamber heads – an option not available to the public until June of the model year.
SCOTTSDALE 2008 – 1963 CHEVROLET CORVETTE COUPE “RONDINE” CONCEPT CAR – SOLD! $1,760,000 The one-and-only 1963 Chevrolet Corvette “Rondine” Edition was built for the 1963 Paris Auto Show by world-renowned design house Pininfarina and commissioned by Chevrolet. Features a 327/360hp V8 engine with a 4-speed manual transmission and power brakes.
SCOTTSDALE 2018 – 1965 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CUTAWAY COUPE – SOLD! $1,100,000 One-of-a-kind display stand for use by General Motors and Chevrolet on the auto show circuit, designed to showcase the Corvette’s many new features, safety and performance. Built from a 4-mile car pulled from the assembly line during early production. Features a 327ci 8-cylinder engine and 4-speed manual transmission.
SCOTTSDALE 2013 – 1968 CHEVROLET CORVETTE L-88 OWENS/CORNING RACECAR – SOLD! $1,100,000 This 1968 L-88 Corvette sponsored by Owens/Corning Fiberglass holds the title as the most victorious Corvette in history. Campaigned by Tony DeLorenzo, Jerry Thompson, Don Yenko and Gib Hufstaeder, this car was nearly unstoppable in FIA GT and SCCA National racing.
SCOTTSDALE 2014 – 1968 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE – SOLD! $880,000 One of 80 1968 Chevrolet Corvette L88 convertibles produced. Purchased in 1968 from Kline Chevrolet; owned for 34 years by original owner.
SCOTTSDALE 2021 – 1959 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE – SOLD! $825,000 Powered by a 2020 Corvette LT1 6.2-liter V8 engine putting out 460hp paired with an automatic transmission. Features Art Morrison C7 independent suspension, extended firewall, air conditioning, and power steering and brakes.
SCOTTSDALE 2023 – 1967 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE – SOLD! $770,000 Resto-Mod completed in October 2022 by Jeff Hayes. Features an LS3 540hp engine mated to a 4L70E automatic transmission. It includes an Art Morrison chassis, a Buttercream interior and a Dirty Martini Green exterior.
SCOTTSDALE 2022 – 1963 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CUSTOM SPLIT-WINDOW COUPE – SOLD! $715,000 Built on an SRIII chassis and powered by a 525hp GM LS3 V8 crate engine mated to a 4L75E automatic transmission. Custom stretched for added comfort. Has C7 Z51 performance braking, C7 Z06 front and rear suspension with Winters Quick Change differential.
SCOTTSDALE 2022 – 1967 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE – SOLD! $715,000 Completed in October 2021 by Jeff Hayes Customs. Powered by a new GM LS3 540hp V8 engine paired to a 4L70E automatic transmission. Features an Art Morrison sport chassis with 4-wheel Wilwood disc brakes.
SCOTTSDALE 2022 – 1958 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE – SOLD! $687,500 Powered by a 2021 376/460hp engine and automatic transmission, both under GM factory warranty. Features an Art Morrison C7 independent suspension, extended firewall, air conditioning, power steering and brakes.
SCOTTSDALE 2014 – 1953 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE – SOLD! $660,000 In 1972, Chip Miller, co-founder/owner of Carlisle Events and world-famous Corvettes at Carlisle, found this car of his dreams. Purchased from the original owner’s estate in 1972 for $5,000, this Corvette is VIN #181 of the 300 produced during the first model year.
SCOTTSDALE 2007 – 1967 CHEVROLET CORVETTE “THE LAST STING RAY” – SOLD! $648,000 The “Last” Corvette Sting Ray, VIN #22940, is powered by a 427/390hp V8 engine with a 4-speed transmission, power steering and factory air conditioning. Documented with its Tank Sticker and the recipient of a professional frame-off restoration.
NORTHEAST 2016 – 1969 CHEVROLET CORVETTE L88 – SOLD! $624,800 This is a factory-documented L88 coupe dressed in factory Cortez Silver with rare factory black leather interior. Purchased new from Division Chevrolet in Chicago, IL. Loaded with heavy-duty factory options, including factory side exhausts (only year for C3), M22 Rock Crusher 4-speed manual transmission, J50 power brakes, J56 heavy-duty brakes, transistor ignition and rear-window defroster, as well as tilt and telescopic steering.