Just weeks ago, enthusiasts from around the globe convened at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis, Indiana, for Mecum’s 38th Annual Spring Classic. This extravaganza is traditionally the second biggest big tent sale from Mecum for Corvettes, and this year was no different. You can see the full CorvSport tracker below for different trends between venues, and there is no denying how big Mecum Indy is for Corvettes, with 199 selling at the fairgrounds this year! [Author’s Note: This article is FREE and not behind a paywall. Yes, FREE! If/when any pop-ups appear, please click to dismiss them and continue enjoying the article. One may require two steps–first, the arrow on the left, then the x on the top right.]
Before we jump into the seven wildest and coolest Corvettes to hammer at this year’s Indianapolis auction, here are two fresh CorvSport features from the 38th Annual Spring Classic. And if you really want to dig deeper into CorvSport’s market coverage of the big tent auctions, we have our full archives after today’s rankings.
- The Top & Bottom Corvettes To Hammer At Mecum’s 38th Annual Spring Classic
- John Kraman’s Memory Lives On With His Special Corvette Collection At Mecum Indy 2025
CorvSport Mecum Tracker
- Kissimmee 2024: 527 Corvettes offered with 72% selling
- Glendale 2024: 136 Corvettes offered with 64% selling
- Houston 2024: 83 Corvettes offered with 71% selling
- Indy 2024: 332 Corvettes offered with 70% selling
- Tulsa 2024: 56 Corvettes offered with 80% selling
- Florida Summer Special 2024: 100 Corvettes offered with 63% selling
- Harrisburg 2024: 96 Corvettes offered with 60% selling
- Monterey 2024: 35 Corvettes offered with 69% selling
- Dallas 2024: 148 Corvettes offered with 71% selling
- Indy Fall Special: 65 Corvettes offered with 80% selling
- Las Vegas 2024: 43 Corvettes offered with 70% selling
- Kansas City 2024: 81 Corvettes offered with 74% selling
♦ 2024 TOTAL: 1,701 Corvettes offered with 70.2% selling (1,194)
- Kissimmee 2025: 477 Corvettes offered with 80% selling = 381 Vettes off to a new owner!
- Glendale 2025: 113 Corvettes offered with 63% selling = 71 sold
- Houston 2025: 85 Corvettes offered with 79% selling = 67 sold
- Indy 2025: 267 Corvettes offered with 75% selling = 199 sold
Now, without further ado, let’s check out the wildest and coolest Corvettes from Mecum’s 38th Annual Spring Classic!
Mecum Indy 2025: Top 7 Wildest & Coolest Corvettes
#7
1955 Corvette Convertible
Sold For: $33,000
- Built and drag raced during the late 1960s in Cleveland, Ohio
- Placed in storage in 1970 and recently discovered by a collector
- 427 CI L88 V-8 engine with 4-speed manual transmission
- Hilborn injection with period M/T valve covers
- As raced paint with Huff and Beav lettering
- Vintage decals, including a class win from Pittsburgh International Dragway on the side glass and windshield, as well as hand-painted A/G lettering and details
- Overall setback engine and front axle conversion
- Museum owned since 2019
Deeper Dive: Direct link to Mecum for more information and pictures
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#6
1955 Corvette Roadster
Sold For: $220,000
- Small block V-8 engine with polished air cleaner
- Polished Corvette valve covers
- 3-speed manual transmission
- Copper Metallic exterior with a white soft top
- Polished factory-style spinner full wheel covers with Red accents
Deeper Dive: Direct link to Mecum for more information and pictures
[All images and information are fully credited to Mecum Auctions]
#5
1972 Corvette Custom Convertible
Sold For: $101,200
- LS V-8 engine conversion with a Holley EFI system and 6-speed automatic transmission
- Detroit Speed suspension
- Power brakes with Baer master cylinder
- Custom Rally-style wheels
- Air conditioning, power steering, leather interior
Deeper Dive: Direct link to Mecum for more information and pictures
[All images and information are fully credited to Mecum Auctions]
#4
2011 Corvette Grand Sport Karl Kustoms Split Window Coupe
Sold For: $110,000
- Karl Kustoms 1963 split window conversion no. 15
- 6.2L V-8 engine with Edelbrock E-Force supercharger and automatic transmission
- 4-wheel power disc brakes with vented rotors
- Center exit exhaust with quad tips
- Odometer reads 2,759 miles
Deeper Dive: Direct link to Mecum for more information and pictures
[All images and information are fully credited to Mecum Auctions]
#3
1963 Corvette Custom Split Window Coupe
Sold For: $137,500
- C2 Corvette married with C6 components
- GM crate LS3 525 HP engine with an automatic transmission
- Modified Street Shop C6 chassis with polished upper and lower control arms
- QA1 adjustable coilovers
- C6 Z06 6-piston front and 4-piston rear power brakes
- Billet March performance single serpentine front drive
- Classic Auto Air heat and air conditioning
- Please note that this car does not run and drive and will require service prior to driving on the road, including, but not limited to, its wiring. It is offered at no reserve and will be sold as is/where is.
Deeper Dive: Direct link to Mecum for more information and pictures
[All images and information are fully credited to Mecum Auctions]
#2
1960 Corvette Convertible
Sold For: $148,500
- Custom monocoque C6 Corvette chassis
- Body lengthened 4 inches and widened 11 inches
- Custom windshield
- LS3 6.2L V-8 engine with a rear-mounted 6-speed automatic transmission
- Dyno-tested at 500 HP
- Custom leather interior
- BC adjustable coilover suspension with Z06 brakes
- 3-inch custom ceramic-coated exhaust
- 275/35R18 front and 325/30R19 rear Cooper tires
Deeper Dive: Direct link to Mecum for more information and pictures
[All images and information are fully credited to Mecum Auctions]
#1
1960 Corvette Custom Convertible
Sold For: $247,500
- Professional rotisserie restoration completed in 2025 with 165 break-in miles
- Chrome, stainless, and aluminum have been restored
- 6.2L LS3 V-8 engine with a 4L65E electronically controlled automatic transmission with overdrive
- Powdercoated Chassis Concepts Chassis with late model Corvette front and rear suspension, steering, and brakes
- Finished in C7 Corvette Laguna Blue with Frost White tri-coat coves with the underside finished in body color
- Custom interior and paneled and upholstered trunk
- Custom-built Schott 2-piece billet wheels with Diamondback wide Whitewall tires
- Vintage Air and Dakota Digital VHX gauges
Deeper Dive: Direct link to Mecum for more information and pictures
[All images and information are fully credited to Mecum Auctions]
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- Did Barrett-Jackson’s Bright Lights Woo Corvette Buyers At Palm Beach 2025?
- MECUM Houston 2025: CorvSport Covers The Top & Bottom Corvette Sales
- The Top & Bottom Corvettes To Hammer At Mecum’s 38th Annual Spring Classic
- John Kraman’s Memory Lives On With His Special Corvette Collection At Mecum Indy 2025
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