1968 Corvette L79 convertible

Make:	Chevrolet
Model:	Corvette
Type:	Convertible
Trim:	L79
Year:	1968
VIN:	194678S428491
Color:	Safari Yellow
Fuel:	Gasoline
Transmission:	Manual
Drive type:	Rear Wheel
Interior color:	Black
Vehicle Title:	Clear
Item location:	Kernersville, North Carolina, United States

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1968 Corvette L79 convertible I have brought it back to it's original glory over the last few years. We bought this car in May 2006. Our insurer Haggerty had this car appraised at $35500.00 we have decided to start the bidding at just $27000!!!! Good Luck Thanks! We can do an initial SKYPE session for you to preview the car and to ask any questions prior to you making any investment in traveling to see the car in person. I bought this car in May 2006 as a project car. I have the original auction print-outs and documentation from the sale on eBay. I also have all receipts and photos documenting all my work since the purchase date. I've put $1K's and countless man hours into the car but we are willing to part with it for a reasonable offer. Below is a list that is as accurate and truthful as possible to my knowledge. Since purchase and throughout restoration I have only driven this car about 750 miles since the engine re-build. Odometer shows ~20490 miles but I'd assume it has been rolled (~120100). The tripmeter and odometer both work but the trip reset does not. All gauges work on dash. Speedometer has slight bounce at lower speeds. Mileage may be slightly more as I continue to drive it around town running errands. All original numbers matching except for the engine block and heads (details below). Original option was 327ci / 350hp L79 convertible. Car came standard with no power brakes no power steering and no A/C. Standard black interior with Safari Yellow paint. Trim Tag information: M09 TRIM STD 984 PAINT Safari Yellow with Standard Black vinyl Interior. Engine: Block # 25GM 3970010 4-bolt main 1969 Vette 350/350 L46 (period correct) Pistons TRW# GM633/634 (bored) L2304 060 Heads 327 double-hump/fuelie heads matching date codes E2170 G870 with 74cc chambers and 2.02/1.60 valves (period correct) Federal Mogul performance Camshaft # CS-179R Rockers # R-826 Lifters # HT-817 Pushrods # RP-3093 Carburetor Rochester-Qjet 650cfm 4-barrel (original) Intake (original) (engine has ~9.7:1CR) Transmission main case casting# 3925660 side cover casting# 3884685 (number-matching original documented Muncie-22 Rock Crusher!!!) Rear-end # 3571575 posi-trac (number-matching original) All new 'correct' wire harnesses with fiber optics all new brake stainless steel system starting with the master cylinder to the rotors (original) Kelsey-Hayes rally wheels with new trim rings and (original restored) GM derby caps new Firestone Indy 500 tires rebuilt suspension with original components blasted and powder coated with 'as-original' replacement parts including rubber bushings and all the nuts and bolts the rear-end was cleaned powder coated and re-assembled with original spec GM lubricants the transmission has not been re-built but shifts smooth and makes no noise the dual exhaust is an aluminized 2-1/2" tubing coming from Hooker Comp headers and going to FlowMaster40 mufflers to the correct chrome exhaust tips the seats have been restored with correct black basket-weave vinyl cushions and springs new door panels as correct from Corvette America using the re-worked original door hardware the car was stripped and all chips/cracks in the body were repaired as needed. It was then re-primed and re-painted the correct Safari Yellow (Akzo-Nobel paint with lifetime warranty through Victory Chevrolet in Madison NC) all dash items work to include the clock new correct radiator hoses heater core fuel pump fuel sending unit fuel line from pump to carb (fuel lines to tank have not been replaced) new HEI mechanical tach distributor (I still have the original points distributor) 8mm high performance plug wires I have added an electric cooling fan with thermostat to help keep the engine running cool (this fan is inside the original fan shroud and only comes on after engine shutdown on hot southern days) and correct floor mats. New rocker panels (waiting on back-ordered uppers to arrive to install them onto car) new door panels and vapor barriers using restored original trim components new chrome parts etc. are also included. 90% of the items purchased to restore this car were purchased through Volunteer Vette Products. I also have the heat shield/sound deadener and carpet for the interior along with weather stripping vacuum hoses extra bulbs spark plugs and numerous other misc hardware/items. Upon pick-up of the vehicle you may take any/all parts associated with this car. A new car cover from Corvette America also comes with the car. All original window glass is still in the car. I have all my receipts manuals research information CD with photos of my work and contacts to go with the car for the new owner. This car is about 95% complete! Install the included interior included seals included vacuum hoses and replace a few trim items as needed and this will be a great 1-of-a-kind show car that you can drive! It's never driven in poor weather and is kept in an insulated garage. It runs and sounds great with a lot of power! The frame is solid. The 'bird-cage' is in great condition as well. The only questionable piece that I was planning to leave and just clean up is the front bow of the convertible top frame. If anyone would like to see more photos please send me your email address I have hundreds on my PhotoBucket site or I can email specific photos requested. I will be glad to answer any and all questions as clearly and quickly as possible.Deposit must be made via PayPal within 24hrs of $250 (non-refundable as this is not a win the auction to see the car). Full payment within 10 days.CASH IN-PERSON PICK-UP ONLY ( I will help the best I can please pick-up within 21 days)