The 1967 Corvette Sting Ray represents the final evolution of the second-generation Corvette, widely regarded as the best of the breed. While Chevrolet had initially planned to launch the third-generation Mako Shark design for the 1967 model year, production delays forced them to continue the existing body style for another year. What was initially a stopgap measure produced one of the most desirable Corvettes ever built, thanks to its refined styling and impressive performance options.
Buyers in 1967 had various engine choices, starting with the small-block 327 CI, available in a standard 300 HP configuration or a high-revving 350 HP L79 version. For those seeking more power, big-block 427 CI options included the 390 HP L36, 400 HP Tri-Power L68, and the top-tier 435 HP L71 Tri-Power. The legendary race-ready L88 was reserved for those with factory connections.
One particular 1967 Corvette Sting Ray Convertible is set to cross the auction block with Broad Arrow Auctions next month. Built on May 24, 1967, at the A.O. Smith plant, it wears a rare Tuxedo Black finish with White/Black vinyl upholstery. The chassis tag production number “120566” aligns with known GM production data, while its engine stamp confirms it as a 327 CI, 300 HP V8, built in Flint, Michigan, on May 31.
The car was completed on June 12 and shipped to Dick Flick Chevrolet in Enterprise, Alabama, where it was sold on June 28 to its original owner, R.D. Wheeler. The car remained in the same family for years before being restored by Dixie Corvette in 2013. The restoration included a side-mount exhaust system to enhance the V8’s sound.
With over 1,000 miles since its restoration, this final-year C2 Corvette is a rare and beautifully maintained example, ready to deliver open-top driving pleasure with classic American V8 power.
Source: Broad Arrow Auctions
