Barn Find 1964 Corvette Has Something Unexpected Under the Hood

In 1964, the Corvette production included no more than 22,000 cars, of which close to 14,000 rolled off the assembly lines as convertibles. Of course, production figures are not usually something to be proud of, but in this case, the Corvette models of 1964 should provide a source of pride and satisfaction to Corvette owners everywhere.

By the time 1964 ended, the Corvette was truly on top of its game. The mid-60s upgrades to the car were well-received by both the critics and the public alike, and Chevrolet was destined to succeed with this classic sports car. The Corvette was and still is an American muscle car icon.

Most Corvettes (approximately 10,500 of them) were equipped with the L75 engine. This was a 327 (5.3-liter) unit that produced 300 horsepower. In addition, some 7,200 cars had an L76 engine with 365 horsepower, while 1,300 used the fuel-injected L84 that generated 375 horsepower.

However, this 1964 Corvette has something unexpected under the hood. Before we get to that, let's start with the basics.

The photos in the gallery show that the car is a real barn find, and while no specifics have been provided, it looks like it spent a long time in hiding. More often than not, this means that a car ends up suffering from all kinds of metal problems, though this isn't necessarily the case with this Corvette.

Barn Find 1964 Corvette Has Something Unexpected Under the Hood

Of course, it's not a mint Chevrolet Corvette either. But with some work and attention to detail, this car could be restored to its former glory.

eBay seller sergitosi0 says the car is still complete, so everything is there, while also selling with an extra set of wheels.

Now let's talk about engines.

The seller says the car is equipped with a 350-cubic-inch (5.7-liter) engine, which should mean that the original unit is already gone. Unfortunately, no further information on this mysterious engine has been provided, so we don't know if it's still running or not. But an in-person inspection is always recommended for every potential buyer.

Regarding price, the seller of this Corvette expects to get no more than(and no less!) $28,500 for it--if you want to see it in person, it's located in Williamsburg, Iowa.

FAQs

How much did a Corvette cost in 1964?

The 1964 Corvette started at $4,037 for the convertible and $4,252 for the Coupe. It could be equipped with three different engines: the L75, L76, or L84 V8 engines.

How much is a 1964 split-window Corvette worth today?

According to Hagerty, a well-worn split-window Corvette can still fetch $50,000. In addition, you will need to pay for repairs. On the other hand, a mint-condition vehicle can easily fetch three-four times that amount and reach $200,000.

Is a 1964 Corvette body made of fiberglass?

Corvette is a unit-body on the frame rather than a steel body/platform like we normally see in automobile manufacturing. Because the Corvette is made of fiberglass, if you damage the fender or fascia, you can't just replace it; you have to replace the entire piece.

What colors were available for the 1964 Corvette?

The following colors were used for RPO 898: black, red, blue, and saddle solid interior. The following colors were used for RPO 899: silver/blue, white/red, white/black, white/blue, and white/saddle two-tone interior.