1963 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Split Window Coupe
A 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray (C2) prepared as an FIA/HTP-certified historic racing car, fitted with a Steve Warrior-built small-block V8 producing around 481 bhp. The car carries documented period competition history under Alto Racing livery and has established a competitive record at Goodwood, including multiple RAC Tourist Trophy entries. Road-registered in the UK, it presents in distinctive orange with period graphics.
Ownership
- 2016-02-26Auction saleEstimate £150,000 – £180,000
- → 2008Fred Meullerpartial documentation
Based in the United States; car was presented in Alto Racing livery during his ownership and the history file documented early competition activity from this period.
- 2008 →Private saleCurrent vendorfull documentation
Vendor travelled to the US to inspect and acquire the car, subsequently brought it to the UK where it was campaigned at Goodwood and benefited from thorough mechanical preparation. History file includes dyno sheets and competition references.
Competition
- —RAC Tourist TrophyGoodwood RAC TTMultiple finishes, described as reliable and competitive
Car entered on multiple occasions after arriving in the UK in 2008; capable of sub-1m30s lap times at Goodwood.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Engine rebuildSteve Warrior
Small-block V8 engine built by Steve Warrior, producing approximately 481 bhp; multiple dyno runs conducted at varying output settings.
Dyno sheets at different settings are included in the history file.
- —Service
Thorough preparation and ongoing mechanical attention carried out over several years following the car's arrival in the UK.
Work described as informed by the vendor's experience as a knowledgeable historic race car owner and driver.
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