This 1966 Chevrolet Corvette convertible was refurbished circa 2015 and was acquired by the seller on BaT in July 2025. Subsequent work consisted of repairing areas of wiring, replacing the fuel cap, and paint correcting and ceramic coating the finish. Power is provided by a 327ci L79 V8 linked with a four-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential, and the car is finished in black over black vinyl upholstery. Equipment includes a black convertible top, 15″ Turbine-style aluminum wheels, four-wheel power disc brakes, power steering, Vintage Air air conditioning, a Holley 600 double-pumper carburetor, high-output alternator, electric headlight doors, a PerTronix distributor, and Bluetooth-equipped RetroSound stereo. This C2 convertible is now offered with an assembly manual, service records, and an Ohio title in the seller’s name.
The fiberglass body left the factory finished in Laguna Blue and was repainted black during the refurbishment. Exterior features include a replacement black convertible top, electric flip-up headlights, chrome split bumpers, a driver-side mirror, functional fender vents, a retractable antenna, and a side-exit exhaust system. Paint correction and a ceramic coating application are said to have been performed under current ownership.
Turbine-style 15″ wheels are mounted with 205/75 BFGoodrich tires. The car is equipped with fully independent suspension and heavy-duty four-wheel disc brakes, and the power steering components were recently rebuilt.
Originally trimmed in blue vinyl, the cabin now features bucket seats reupholstered in black vinyl along with color-coordinated door panels and carpets. Amenities include a Vintage Air air conditioning system installed during the refresh, as well as a heater, analog clock, and lap seatbelts. A Bluetooth-equipped RetroSound RetroRadio, 6×9″ speakers, and an amplifier were installed in 2023. The speakers and amplifier are installed behind the seats.
The three-spoke steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer, and auxiliary gauges for fuel level, amperage, oil pressure, and water temperature. The five-digit odometer shows approximately 51k miles. The odometer does not work and the total mileage is unknown.
The 327ci L79 V8 was factory rated at 350 horsepower and 360 lb-ft of torque and was reportedly rebuilt circa 2015.
The engine stamping is shown above. The HT suffix corresponds with a 350-horsepower, 327ci L79 V8 for use with a manual transmission.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission and a Positraction differential. The transmission was rebuilt, the flywheel was resurfaced, and the clutch was replaced in December 2021.
Decoding the trim tag reveals:
- Style 467 – 1966 Corvette convertible
- Body A-1537 – A.O. Smith body number
- Trim 418 – Blue vinyl upholstery
- Paint 978 – Laguna Blue
The Ohio title shows an “Actual” mileage notation.