Refinement was the guiding principle for Zora Arkus-Duntov and the Corvette engineering team in 1964. The most visible change was the retirement of the coupe’s distinctive split rear window, alongside a range of subtler updates that included cleaner exterior detailing and improved cabin comfort.
Mechanically, the high-performance solid-lifter 327-cubic-inch V8 engines benefited from a revised camshaft with greater lift and duration, while the top L84 fuel-injected variant was increased by 15 horsepower to 375 hp. These enhancements helped Chevrolet achieve record sales for the Corvette’s second model year, totaling 22,229 units—8,304 coupes and 13,925 convertibles.
Offered for sale on Bring a Trailer, this fuel-injected 1964 Chevrolet Corvette convertible represents the peak of early Corvette performance development. It retains its original, matching-numbers 327/375 HP fuel-injected V8 and was originally acquired by the current owner’s late brother in 1969. The car underwent a comprehensive body-off restoration completed in 2016, which included an engine rebuild, a refinished Daytona Blue exterior, and a refreshed blue leather interior. Later that year, it earned an NCRS Top Flight award with an impressive 97.5% judging score.
Showing 59,333 original miles, this well-specified Corvette features a matching-numbers M20 four-speed manual transmission and a 3.70 Positraction rear axle. It is equipped with a replacement white convertible soft top and retains hallmark C2 styling cues such as flip-up headlamps, fender vents, quad taillights, and chrome bumperettes. Inside, the cabin is fitted with two bucket seats reupholstered in blue leather, complemented by replacement carpeting. Equipment includes a heater, AM/FM radio, analog clock, power windows, and lap belts.
It rides on silver-finished 15-inch steel wheels with reproduction 6.70-15 BFGoodrich Silvertown bias-ply whitewall tires. The C2 generation also introduced fully independent suspension, using upper and lower control arms up front and a three-link rear setup with a transverse leaf spring, while braking is handled by four-wheel drum brakes.
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