1963 Chevrolet Corvette C2 Convertible LS3 6.2L Restomod Donor Salvage

1963 Chevrolet Corvette Additional Info:

1963 Chevrolet Corvette C2 Convertible – LS3 Restomod Donor / Parts 1963 · Classic American Muscle Chevrolet Corvette
C2 Convertible LS3 6.2L Restomod Donor — Salvage Title VIN: 30867S11XXXX ⚠ Condition: Side Collision Damage All damage fully documented — see photos Overview

You're looking at a genuine 1963 Chevrolet Corvette C2 Convertible — one of the most iconic American sports cars ever built. This car suffered severe collision damage and carries a salvage title, but what remains is an extraordinary platform for a C2 restoration or restomod build.

The real story here is under the hood: this Corvette has been upgraded with a GM LS3 6.2L V8 paired to a GM 4L65-E automatic transmission — a highly desirable modern powertrain swap. The drivetrain is intact and the engine starts and runs on a freshly flashed ECU. Whoever takes this on gets a headstart that would cost thousands to replicate.

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• LS3 6.2L V8 — engine present, intact, and confirmed to start/run on freshly flashed ECU
• GM 4L65-E Automatic Transmission — complete and included (P/N 19368611); could not confirm shifting due to collision damage
• Wilwood Big Brake Kit — front and rear; a $1,500–$2,500+ aftermarket upgrade included with the car
• Hyperco / Vaive Coilover Suspension — performance coilovers on all four corners; substantial value in parts alone
• Torq-Thrust Wheels — classic polished 5-spoke alloys; note 1–2 wheels may be bent, inspect before reuse
• BFGoodrich Tires — P215/60R15, in usable condition
• Aftermarket Gauge Cluster — full custom dash with 160mph speedo, large tachometer, fuel, temp and secondary gauges; could not power up to verify function
• Center Console — clock, AM/FM radio, shifter, and knobs largely intact and presentable
• Front Clip — hood, nose, front bumper/chrome, and Corvette crossed-flags badge
• Rear Body — trunk lid, tail panel, quad taillights, chrome bumper, Corvette script badge
• Convertible Soft Top — fabric is present and in decent shape; frame is slightly bent (usable for parts or straightening)
• "Fuel Injection" Badge — period-correct badge present on driver's door sill area

This vehicle sustained a severe side/front collision. All damage is fully visible in the photos — no surprises. Buyer is expected to review all images carefully before bidding.

• Severe driver-side mid-section collision damage
• Fiberglass body panels destroyed at impact zone
• Windshield and side glass shattered
• Mileage Unknown - Could not power up speedo
• Frame/chassis damage — extent unknown, buyer must inspect
• Both door panels and rocker panels destroyed
• ECU stolen prior to our purchase — replaced with freshly flashed unit
• Transmission present but could not confirm shifting due to damage
• Aftermarket gauge cluster present but could not power up to verify
• 1–2 American Racing wheels may be bent — inspect before use
• Convertible top frame is slightly bent — fabric good for parts
• Not driveable — must be transported via flatbed
• Salvage title — cannot be easily registered for road use as-is

This is a specialist purchase best suited for experienced builders. Here's how this car makes sense:

• C2 Restomod Donor — Use the LS3/4L65-E drivetrain in a cleaner C2 shell. This exact powertrain swap costs $15,000+ when done from scratch.
• Parts Car — Rear body, tail panel, taillights, chrome trim, emblems, Wilwood brakes, Hyperco/Vaive coilovers, American Racing wheels, center console, soft top fabric, and front clip are all prime candidates for extraction.
• Chassis/Frame Parts — If the frame rails are intact forward and aft of the impact zone, a skilled fabricator could section and rebuild.
• LS3 Engine or Brake/Suspension Pull — The engine, Wilwood brakes, and coilover suspension alone represent thousands in extractable value.

• Sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS — no warranty expressed or implied
• Salvage title — buyer's responsibility to understand title implications in their state
• Vehicle must be picked up or arranged for transport by buyer — not driveable
• Payment due within 3 days of auction close
• Local pickup preferred; buyer arranges and pays for all shipping/transport
• All sales final — please ask questions before bidding
• Photos are part of the description — please review all 24 images
• We are not responsible for any transport damage after vehicle leaves our possession