Car introduction

Chevrolet Corevette C3 Stingray 1968 with a 5.7L V8 engine and manual transmission.

HISTORY OF THE VEHICLE:

01 July 1968
First registration in the USA

05/2008
Import from a dealer in North Rhine-Westphalia

10/2008 – 07/2009
FRAME-OFF restoration carried out by
Autohof Altfranken GmbH
using high-quality new parts.
(Value of all new parts: €31,500 according to invoices, excluding labor)

End of 2010
Sold to a private owner, additional upgrades
(height-adjustable suspension, exhaust system with 2×2 mufflers, etc. – parts value €2,600)

Special equipment

2 sets of wheels including the original set

Hardtop in body color

Hardtop headliner

Leather interior

Automatic seat belts

Chrome engine accessories

Fenders with air vents and mesh inserts

Radio / cassette player

Spare wheel and holder

Edelbrock shock absorber set

2 Magnaflow mufflers

Complete photo documentation and renovation invoices.

The convertible soft top was newly upholstered in 2008 (fabric). The vehicle also includes a hardtop. The car is registered on classic (veteran) plates. The vehicle was purchased in December 2024 in Germany.

In 1968, Chevrolet introduced an entirely new generation of the Corvette C3, inspired by the Mako Shark II concept. Sharp lines, a long hood, a dramatically sloped rear end, and an unmistakable silhouette made this one of the most iconic designs of the 1960s. Today, the first model year of the C3 is among the most sought-after collector pieces, as it represents the pure, original interpretation of the Shark Era.

5.7 V8 engine – the raw power of the American small-block

Under the front hood beats the legendary Chevrolet small-block 5.7L V8. This engine is renowned for its reliability, simple construction, and wide availability of performance upgrades. In its period tuning, it delivered energetic power delivery, strong torque across the rev range, and a characteristic deep sound no collector of American classics could mistake.

The Corvette C3 was highly advanced for its time. It uses independent suspension on all four wheels, a rarity among American sports cars of the 1960s. The front axle features double wishbones, while the rear uses a unique transverse composite leaf spring, helping the car maintain low weight and excellent driving dynamics. Four-wheel disc brakes ensure confident stopping, and power steering improves usability in everyday driving. The whole setup is tuned to provide a balance between comfort and sporty sharpness — exactly what Corvette drivers valued most.

The cabin of the first C3 blends a cockpit-like layout with the elegance of the sixties. Twin gauge pods in front of the driver, the typical vertical arrangement of auxiliary gauges, and the low seating position create the atmosphere of a true racing machine.

Collector value and investment potential

The 1968 model year is highly sought after among collectors — it represents the first year of the legendary C3 generation and one of the cleanest designs of the entire lineup. Corvettes from this era have maintained strong market value over time, and thanks to the abundant supply of spare parts and a strong community, they remain an exceptionally practical classic. The car is therefore ideal not only as an investment, but above all as a source of authentic driving experiences that modern sports cars simply cannot offer.

  • Basic information
  • Equipment
  • Additional Equipment
  • Used

  • 9096

  • Light Blue

  • Black Leather

  • 5.7 V8

  • 5733

  • 177 HP

  • Petrol

  • Manual

  • 4

  • 2

  • 2

  • For sale

  • 1 149 000 CZK

  • leasing, loan

  • 1968

  • 29.06.1968


I´m interested in this car

    • alloy wheels
    • car stereo
    • Leather Upholstery
    • Manual Transmission
    • 4x2 Drive
    • Power Steering
    • Performance Suspension
    • rear wheel drive

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    Production date and model year depends on VIN and is clearly labeled on wind shield or door sticker

     

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