On October 10 to 13, collectors and enthusiasts from around the globe convened at the iconic Scottsdale, Arizona, locale to partake in another Barrett-Jackson collector car auction extravaganza. And partake they did. As drink glasses emptied and the bright lights shone, one classic car after another rolled across the stage. The experience never gets old, and if you’ve never been to one of Barrett-Jackson’s spectacles, put it on your bucket list. Adding to the bidding fervor is Barrett-Jackson’s trademark no-reserve auctions. Could you imagine the anxiety if you were a seller? I’d be a basket case, but Barrett-Jackson pulls it off year after year!
Now, without further ado, here is every Mid-Year Corvette that hammered at this year’s Scottsdale Fall auction. First, we’ll start you off with the customs, then move on to the original classics. And we’ll give you just enough info and pictures with a link if you want to see more! Let’s get after it! [Author’s Note: This article is FREE and not behind a paywall. If/when any popups occur, simply click to make them disappear and continue enjoying the article.]
The Mid-Year Customs
#1
Hammer Price: $253,000
- “This custom 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split-Window Coupe is powered by an LS9 ZR1 V8 crate engine with a polished supercharger rated at 638hp and 604 ft/lbs of torque, cooled by a custom aluminum radiator with dual electric fans. The engine is backed by a Tremec TKO 600 5-speed manual transmission coupled to a Dana 44 independent rear end. Stopping power comes from a Hydratech hydraulic-assist braking system controlling 6-piston Wilwood calipers on the front and 4-piston Wilwood calipers on the rear. The underside features a highly polished mandrel-bent MagnaFlow stainless-steel exhaust system, all set in a red, powder-coated chassis from Street Shops with fully adjustable coilover shocks on all four corners. Everything is either chrome, powder-coated, stainless or aluminum, creating a very functional chassis. The exterior is finished in Mercedes-Benz Brilliant Silver over a custom Porsche CanCan Red interior, created by Chuck Rowland Car Upholstery in Oklahoma. Interior features include one-off seats, console, door panels and trim, a Vintage Air system…” Continue Reading And View More Pictures
#2
Hammer Price: $253,000
- “This 1966 Chevrolet Corvette custom coupe was professionally restored and custom built by Todd Compton Classic Corvettes. It is a fresh build completed in September 2024 with test/tune miles. Power comes from a new BluePrint Engines 555hp 6.2-liter LS3 engine, with a 3-year warranty. The engine is backed by a Tremec TKO 5-speed manual transmission putting power to the pavement through an independent rear suspension using an 8.8 rear differential. The engine is dressed in billet Corvette-scripted valve covers and breathes through hand-built coated headers feeding a dual side-pipe exhaust system. It is cooled with a large aluminum radiator with twin fans. The chassis is equipped with GM C7 control arms and brakes, along with Flaming River power rack & pinion steering, by Street Shop. Other equipment includes a power-actuated hood, Detroit Speed wiper and headlight controls, new fuel tank, stainless brake and fuel lines, and an electronic e-brake system. This ’66 Corvette rides on staggered custom Schott wheels, 18×9-inch up front and 20×12-inch out back, all wrapped in Nitto gold line tires. The exterior is expertly finished in a blend of light blue with metallic added, named “Blue Mountain Mist.” It also has custom-machined side gills made from billet aluminum by Tradye Machine & Tool…” Continue Reading And View More Pictures
#3
Hammer Price: $165,000
- “This custom 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split-Window Coupe is powered by a Magnuson-supercharged GM LS3 V8 engine enhanced with Lingenfelter’s head porting and camshaft upgrades, pushing 713hp and 620 ft/lbs of torque. Power and gear selection is channeled through a Tremec TK0600 5-speed manual transmission, managed by a hydraulic clutch and Lokar shifter. An aluminum driveshaft helps transfer power to the rear end. The engine bay is clean with many polished components including long-tube headers. Polished side pipes with muffler inserts complete the exhaust system. The Street Shop chassis is powder-coated for durability, with upgraded suspension including custom control arms and rear housing truss, which intermingle with QA1 coilovers. Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes on all corners provide stopping power. It rides on staggered 18- and 19-inch Billet Specialties wheels with Kumho tires sitting under 2-inch flares. This Corvette is finished in glossy black paint with new chrome trim and chrome bumpers. The full custom interior extends to the rear cargo area, providing comfort in all weather conditions with a Vintage Air Gen 4 system mounted higher in the dashboard, thereby not encroaching on passenger foot space like the C2 system does…” Continue Reading And View More Pictures
#4
Hammer Price: $159,500
- “This custom 1965 Chevrolet Corvette convertible underwent a complete restoration and is powered by a 6.2-liter 8-cylinder engine paired with a 4L70E 4-speed automatic transmission. The engine is fitted with a polished sheet-metal intake manifold, and the engine bay is smoothed and has polished accent finishes throughout. The Street Shop frame has been powder-coated in Accent Silver and is supported by C7 Z06 suspension all around with independent rear suspension and multi-position adjustable coilovers, providing ride-height adjustability. It also has upgraded Z06 brakes and 14-inch slotted rotors. The front corners are fitted with a set of Z06-style 19×8.5-inch wheels on front and 19×10-inch Z06-style wheels on the rear, all wrapped with Diamond Back performance red line tires. The body has been stripped down to the fiberglass and refinished in new black paint, features a Stinger hood with a red stripe, and has been fitted with new glass, weatherstripping and trim…” Continue Reading And View More Pictures
#5
Hammer Price: $148,500
- “This custom 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is powered by an LS3 engine with Borla ITB induction, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. The smoothed engine bay is equipped with a 2.5-inch custom stainless exhaust and a Tilton Racing pedal box. This Corvette is finished in Elkhart Lake Blue paint with a custom decklid, custom rear diffuser, custom illuminated exterior door handles, one-off C7 Corvette-inspired grille, Resto-Mod Tech LED headlights, Roadster Shop chassis with C7 Corvette suspension and brakes, and Schott C7 wheels wrapped in Diamond Back white line tires. The Relicate bespoke leather interior by Mayden Design Company features Dakota Digital gauges, a Vintage Air system…” Continue Reading And View More Pictures
#6
Hammer Price: $110,000
- “This custom 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split-Window Coupe was recipient of a 3-year extensive restoration. It’s powered by an upgraded, custom pro-built 355ci fuel-injected V8 engine with a Paxton supercharger, Dart performance heads and a Big Stuff 3 computer tune system accessible from remote in the cabin. Power is mated to a rebuilt Muncie M22 Rock Crusher 4-speed manual transmission. The body was carefully reassembled and finished in custom Corvette Sebring Silver Metallic contrasted by a new custom Corvette Riverside Red interior. This Corvette sits on knock-off wheels wrapped in new red line tires. Additional custom specifications include disc brakes, power steering, custom Corvette “crossed-flag” wood-grain steering wheel, electronic ignition, Vintage Air system and a custom Bluetooth stereo system with custom rear-mounted speakers…” Continue Reading And View More Pictures
#7
Hammer Price: $83,600
- “This professionally restored 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Resto-Mod convertible has special modifications that include all-new, state-of-the-art components, engine and suspension. This example is powered by a new Gen V LS3 376ci engine, cooled by an aluminum radiator fan system designed for the LS3 and mated to a 6L80 6-speed automatic transmission with a Shiftworks shifter. It has undergone a suspension upgrade featuring a Shark Bite front and rear coilover. This Corvette features a Stinger hood, modified center console and custom center exhaust bezel. Finishes include PPG Cyber Metallic Gray paint with offsetting Stinger tint highlighted by new 17-inch U.S. Mags two-tone chrome rims and a custom 3-inch four-tailpipe exhaust system. The tan saddle leather interior was custom designed and features German tight-loop carpeting throughout…” Continue Reading And View More Pictures
The Mid-Year Classics
#1
Hammer Price: $220,000
- “This matching-numbers 1967 Chevrolet Corvette 427/435 underwent a frame-off restoration and is powered by a 427/435hp engine paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. It is finished in the correct 976AA-code Marina Blue over a black vinyl interior and rides on original factory wheels. It earned NCRS Top Flight award 98.6% by Roy L. Sinor…” Continue Reading And View More Pictures
#2
Hammer Price: $110,000
- “This matching-numbers 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Fuelie convertible is powered by the original dated and numbered 327/375hp V8 engine paired with the correct, original 4-speed manual transmission, and all-original dated glass and original non-reproduction T3 headlights. Finished in Milano Maroon over a black leather interior, this original California car retains all its original fiberglass, with the chassis in excellent condition, and it has had one repaint. Features include posi-traction with the correct-dated original 3.70 rear, HD suspension, off-road exhaust, transistor ignition, auxiliary hardtop, telescopic steering wheel, teak steering wheel, knock-off wheels, gold stripe tires, tinted windshield and radio delete. All part numbers and dates match, including the headlight motors, horns, alternator, voltage regulator, starter, radiator, overflow tank and heater blower…” Continue Reading And View More Pictures
#3
Hammer Price: $74,800
- “This 1965 Chevrolet Corvette 327/375 “Fuelie” convertible is powered by an L84 fuel-injected 327/375hp V8 engine, with Block No. 382870 and Pad No. F0212HN. It also features a fuel-injection unit that benefited from recent service. Power is backed by a Muncie 4-speed manual transmission with a 4.11 rear end, all breathing out of a side exhaust. The car sits on a reconditioned suspension and includes a standard ignition. This once-factory Rally Red Corvette was restored to Tuxedo Black in 2020, with knock-off wheels finishing the exterior…” Continue Reading And View More Pictures
#4
Hammer Price: $74,800
- “This 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is powered by the original, matching-numbers factory 327/300hp engine paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Originally in white, this Corvette had one repaint, and still has the bonding strips on the fenders and the original red interior. It rides on aftermarket wheels and tires but comes with the original wheels and hubcaps. The gauges, turn signals, headlights and heater work correctly, and the Corvette retains its original glass. This example is from a long-time owner and was stored in a heated garage…” Continue Reading And View More Pictures
#5
Hammer Price: $66,000
- “This one-owner 1967 Chevrolet C2 Corvette is powered by a 327/300hp V8 engine mated to a Powerglide 2-speed automatic transmission and finished in Tuxedo Black inside and out. It’s equipped with power steering, power brakes and power windows. This Corvette features an all-new battery, tires, tie rods and a hidden headlight switch. This Corvette was enhanced by the Southern California dealership where it was initially sold with a six-taillight configuration, made popular by Jan and Dean’s hit song ‘Dead Man’s Curve’…” Continue Reading And View More Pictures
#6
Hammer Price: $64,900
- “This 1964 Chevrolet Corvette convertible is powered by its factory-original, matching-numbers 327/365hp solid-lifter V8 engine backed by a 4-speed manual transmission. This Corvette is one of 2,785 finished in Satin Silver. It is outfitted with a Navy leather interior and optioned with power brakes, AM/FM radio, an original tachometer, odometer and non-operational clock. The original VIN and Trim Tag are intact...” Continue Reading And View More Pictures
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