Developed from Zora Arkus-Duntov’s 1962 “Heavy-Duty 427” program, the L88 engine became the foundation of Chevrolet’s top competition powerplant. It powered Roger Penske’s Sunoco Corvette to victory at the 1966 Daytona 24 Hours and entered limited public sale in 1967. Chevrolet discouraged casual buyers, listing the L88 as an “off-road vehicle,” underrating it at 430 hp, and pricing it far higher than the 435 hp L71.
Despite this, the L88 built an impressive record: a GT-class win at the 1968 Daytona 24 Hours with a 194-mph top speed, multiple SCCA A/Production victories with Jerry Thompson and Tony DeLorenzo, and a 1972 class win at Le Mans under Luigi Chinetti’s N.A.R.T. team. Production remained low, with only 216 cars built from 1967–1969.
SBX Cars is offering a 1969 Corvette L88 convertible showing 19,886 miles. Finished in LeMans Blue with a Black vinyl interior, this unrestored example is presented by County Corvette with documentation, a window sticker, a tank sheet, authentication letters, and a clear title. It is one of 116 L88s produced for 1969.
Built strictly for performance, the L88 omitted comfort features to reduce weight and maximize the output of its 427-ci high-compression big-block. Equipment includes a Muncie M22 four-speed, F41 heavy-duty suspension, and a Positraction rear end.
This car has a long show history, earning NCRS Top Flight honors and induction into the Bloomington Gold Hall of Fame. Its provenance includes original ordering through GM’s Overseas Distributors Corporation and extensive documentation of its build and delivery.
Source: SBX Cars
