For sale is my 1963 Split Window Corvette, perhaps the most iconic American sports car of all time.  This Split Window is in excellent, restored condition and won best in class at the 2012 Concours d'Elegance, Intermountain event (American Sports Car - A Class).  This is a very high profile event where only the finest cars are accepted to compete and the judging is extremely thorough.  It has also won numerous other local shows and certainly draws a lot of attention.   

The VIN is 30837S111312, indicating a production date in late March 1963.  It has the original, numbers matching 327/300 hp engine, engine pad number 3111312 F03IISD.  The odometer reads 98,631.  It has a 4-speed manual transmission, which was rebuilt including a new clutch in 2009.  The rebuild was performed by Steve Luvisi in Huntington Beach (renowned Corvette mechanic in Southern California), who performed other maintenance on this car when I still lived in CA.  It has had less than 1,000 miles since rebuild.  When the car was restored in 2000, the engine was rebuilt, along with the front and rear suspension and a host of other components, all with correct parts.  It has newer, correct exhaust.  The engine bay has been meticulously restored with all correct and/or original components including original air cleaner housing and cover, upper and lower ignition shielding, correct dated alternator (1100628-37A date code 3B26, Feb 26, 1963), original Carter AFB carb (3460S date code BB3 - Feb. '63), correct hoses and clamps, correct decals, markings, etc. – even the correct overspray on the rams horns exhaust manifold ends.  This car has no power brakes or power steering – indicative of an honest car.   

The original hubcaps are in excellent, unrestored condition, which is rare.  The rear split window panels and side glass are original (date codes V1 & LC), except for the passenger side vent glass which has been replaced.  When restored in 2000, the original Silver Blue was stripped down to gel coat and repainted Riverside Red, and the dark blue vinyl interior was changed to black.  The original clock works.  The original Wonderbar radio works (auto search function as well), but is not tied to speaker currently.  Rather, the speaker is tied to a concealed stereo system in the glove box, but is easily switched back to the original connection.  The original jack and jack sticker are in place.   

This is a no-hit/no accident car.  All the body panels are original, with the bonding strips still intact.  The paint is very nice and gets compliments wherever it is shown.  Though in extremely nice condition, it is not perfect – there are some rock chips up front and other nicks which have been touched up and polished, but overall the paint and the rest of the car is remarkable.  It is of much nicer quality than a driver, but I still carefully drive it to local cruise nights and shows.  The car originally had a Powerglide, but it has been switched to the current 4 speed.  Despite the rebuild in '09 by Luvisi, the transmission still has slight whine in lower gears (typical of these old Corvettes), but the car drives great – it is very road worthy with a tight front end and driveline.  It has been pampered and driven very easily for as long as I’ve owned it, including never seeing a drop of rain - the undercarriage is extremely clean.  It has all original and/or correct parts except for electric choke conversion (for easier starting) and the newer radial Firestone tires (white-walls with smooth side walls to get as close to an original look as possible), vs. the original bias ply tires.   It is simply a gorgeous 63 Split Window that needs to be seen to be appreciated.  Physical inspections of the car are encouraged.  Feel free to contact me (Dan) at 385.223.0557.   

SALE TERMS: 
This vehicle is being sold with no warranty, written or implied, and on an as-is where-is basis.  The Seller has tried to represent the vehicle as accurately as possible to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle.  The descriptions in this listing are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is Buyer’s responsibility to inspect the vehicle for satisfaction as to the condition, and bidding should be based on that judgment. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs, nor does he warrant anything that may or could happen after sale, including during transit. Please carefully read the terms & conditions of the sale before bidding. Any inspections are to be completed before the end of sale, no exceptions. The successful bidder will be obligated to buy the car, not to come inspect it after winning the bid and decide if you want to buy it.  Seller reserves the right to end this listing at any time, should the vehicle no longer be available for sale. 

PAYMENT TERMS: 
The successful high bidder will submit a $1,000.00 NON-REFUNDABLE payment deposit with PAYPAL within 24 hours of the close of the auction to secure the vehicle. Buyer agrees to pay remaining balance due (plus applicable fees and taxes) within 7 days of the close of the auction. All financial transactions must be completed before Buyer takes delivery of the vehicle. PAYMENT METHODS: PayPal for deposit only, due within 24 hours of the end of the auction, no exceptions. Remaining balance to be paid by bank wire transfer or cash in person.   

Good luck bidding, and feel free to call Dan with any questions at 385.223.0557.

On May-20-15 at 06:41:34 PDT, seller added the following information:

Additional information - posted 5/20/15:

Ownership History (I am the 4th owner):

1. 1963 - 1986 - Original owner

2. 1986 - 2000 - 2nd owner

3.  2000 - 2007 - 3rd owner

4.  I have owned the car since 2007


Items replaced and or repaired during restoration from 2000 - 2001, as well as maintenance items since (in addition to regular oil changes):

DRIVE TRAIN

08/17/00                                  rebuild rear/new universals                

09/21/00                                  new rear half shafts                            

09/21/00                                  new rear wheel bearings                     

01/19/02                                  replace rear seal                                  

05/15/04                                  re-build transmission/press. plate       

05/15/04                                  new shifter & linkage                         

05/15/04                                  new trans slip yolk

09/30/09                                  rebuilt transmission

09/30/09                                  new clutch                                

COOLING SYSTEM

09/30/09                                  new thermostat                                  

09/30/09                                  rebuilt water pump     

09/30/09                                  replace heater hoses                                                   

09/30/09                                  replace radiator expansion hose         

09/30/09                                  new fan belt                                       

09/30/09                                  replace upper and lower water hoses

04/12/15                                  new correct expansion tank cap

MOTOR

08/27/00                                  complete engine rebuild                       

08/25/08                                  new correct valve covers

08/25/08                                  new cover gaskets                              

08/25/08                                  various engine bay restoration items

09/30/09                                  new oil pan gasket                                         

ELECTRICAL

12/20/00                                  tail light bulbs                                    

05/27/01                                  ignition wire harness & fuse block     

06/01/01                                  dash wiring harness                            

06/09/01                                  wire wrap                                           

08/21/03                                  new headlight switch                         

08/21/03                                  new headlight retractor switch          

03/15/04                                  new coil                                              

03/31/04                                  turn signal cam                                   

03/31/04                                  lower turn signal switch                     

03/31/04                                  horn contact                                       

03/31/04                                  turn signal cable                                 

03/31/04                                  upper turn signal switch                     

03/31/04                                  tachometer cable                    

03/31/04                                  speedometer cable                              

03/31/04                                  coil capacitor                          

03/31/04                                  wire & hose straps                                          

01/13/05                                  replace rear wiring harness                             

01/23/05                                  fuse flasher kit

08/25/08                                  rebuilt correct, dated alternator                                              

09/30/09                                  new plugs, wires (correct), rebuilt original rotor and points

SUSPENSION & STEERING

08/04/00                                  new rear leaf spring                                        

08/08/00                                  repack front bearings                                     

08/18/00                                  new spare tire                                                 

08/31/00                                  replace left tie rod                                          

09/21/00                                  replace rear struts                                           

09/21/00                                  replace four shocks                                        

01/19/01                                  replace front torsion bar grommets                

06/21/01                                  rebuilt steering box                                        

12/27/02                                  brake shoes                 

07/24/03                                  shock mount bolts                                          

08/08/03                                  new rear spring bolts & bushings                   

01/25/05                                  upper steering bearing            

09/30/09                                  new Firestone whitewall radials                    

FUEL SYSTEM

7/28/00                                    new gas tank

12/20/00                                  new fuel filter                                    

12/20/00                                  new fuel line                                                  

12/20/00                                  fuel line clamps                                              

01/19/01                                  new fuel line at tank                                      

02/22/01                                  vacuum hose and clamps                   

04/26/01                                  new gas cap                                                    

05/23/01                                  new fuel pump                                   

02/06/03                                  rebuild original carb                          

02/06/03                                  new fuel hoses & tubes                                  

01/13/05                                  replace fuel sender unit & install                   

01/22/05                                  new fuel filter                                    

INTERIOR

09/18/00                                  corvette floor mats                             

12/20/00                                  left vent window regulator                            

01/22/05                                  top door gaskets replaced                              

01/22/05                                  new seat belts                                                 

01/22/05                                  new interior glove box                                   

01/22/05                                  new sill plates                                                 

04/02/05                                  seats recovered with correct material                                     

EXTERIOR

10/19/00                                  new exhaust system                                       

12/20/00                                  new mirror                                                      

12/20/00                                  new door handles                                           

12/18/00                                  new wiper arms & blades                               

01/08/01                                  new exhaust bezels                                        

1/16/01                                    re-chrome all bumpers