1963 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray Split Window Coupe
- Engine
- 327 cu in (5.4L) OHV V8, single 4-barrel carburetor, 300 bhp at 5,600 rpm
- Colour
- Silver Blue Metallic
The 1963 Chevrolet Corvette 327/340hp Sting Ray 'Split Window' Coupe (chassis 30837S120298) is among the most sought-after of all American postwar automobiles, produced for a single model year only before its distinctive divided rear window was discontinued. Finished in its factory-correct Silver Blue Poly with black leather interior, this example underwent a comprehensive, fully documented frame-off restoration and was subsequently acquired by collector Bernard Fornas, who added period-appropriate upgrades including air conditioning, power brakes, and power steering.
Ownership
- 2025-08-15Auction saleEstimate US$200,000 – US$240,000
- 2025-10-03Auction saleSold US$158,000
- → 2022Acquisition unknownBreizh Auto Prestigepartial documentation
Corvette specialist dealership from which the subsequent owner purchased the vehicle in 2022.
- 2022 →Private saleBernard Fornasfull documentation
Acquired as part of a curated design- and quality-focused collection; supported by an extensive set of restoration photographs documenting chassis, drivetrain, and bodywork work.
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- —RestorationBreizh Auto Prestige
Full frame-off restoration encompassing the chassis, drivetrain, and fiberglass bodywork, carried out to a high standard and documented with an extensive set of photographic records.
Restoration predates or coincided with the 2022 sale by Breizh Auto Prestige; exact date not stated in the prose.
- —Modification
Tasteful upgrades added including air conditioning, power brakes, and power steering, complementing the car's original specification.
Timing of these additions relative to the restoration is not specified.
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