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1965 Chevrolet Corvette

$80,965

1965 Chevrolet Corvette

Vehicle Details

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette

Year

1965

Mileage

79,574 miles

VIN

194675S123440

Body Type

Other

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Engine

327

Description

1965 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster, Nassau Blue, 327/350 HP, 4-Speed, Two Tops, Longtime Ownership! This is a very special 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster with fantastic history, gorgeous colors, and the kind of equipment that makes a mid-year Corvette truly exciting to own and drive. We acquired this Corvette from its longtime Central Florida owner, who had owned the car since 1978 nearly five decades of ownership! The car is showing 79,574 miles, which are believed to be original. Finding a mid-year Corvette with this kind of long-term ownership history is becoming increasingly difficult.

This Corvette is finished in stunning Nassau Blue Metallic, represented by Paint Code 900FF. The car has received a newer, high-end paint job, and the Nassau Blue absolutely comes alive across the unmistakable lines of the 1965 Corvette body. The paint is beautiful and presents this Roadster exceptionally well.

Even better, this Corvette comes with TWO TOPS! It includes a matching Blue Painted Hardtop as well as a White Convertible Soft Top, giving you two completely different looks depending on the occasion. The interior is equally impressive, featuring a beautiful Blue Vinyl Interior corresponding with Trim Code 414. The interior has been renewed and presents extremely well, creating a gorgeous blue-on-blue combination with the Nassau Blue exterior.

Under the hood is a NOM 327 cubic-inch V8 in the desirable 350-horsepower L79 configuration, backed by a 4-Speed Manual Transmission. The combination of a strong-running small-block Chevrolet V8 and a 4-speed manual is exactly what you want in a classic Corvette Roadster. And this Corvette certainly has the right look! It rides on classic Knock-Off Wheels surrounded by Whitewall Tires and features Side-Pipe Exhaust, giving it an incredible stance and that unmistakable Corvette sound.

A considerable amount of recent mechanical work has also been completed. The car has All-New Brakes along with numerous other recent mechanical improvements, helping make this a Corvette that can be driven and enjoyed rather than simply admired in a collection. Highlights Include: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster Believed to Be 79,574 Original Miles Same Previous Owner Since 1978 Longtime Central Florida Car Nassau Blue Metallic Paint Code 900FF Newer High-End Paint Job Blue Vinyl Interior Trim Code 414 New Interior NOM 327 V8 350 HP L79 Configuration 4-Speed Manual Transmission Two Tops Blue Painted Hardtop White Convertible Soft Top Knock-Off Wheels Side-Pipe Exhaust Whitewall Tires All-New Brakes Extensive Recent Mechanical Work Beautiful Blue-on-Blue Color Combination Fantastic Mid-Year Corvette! The 1965 Corvette holds a special place in Corvette history, and the second-generation Sting Ray remains one of the most beautiful American sports cars ever produced.

With the top down, you have the classic open-air Corvette experience. Install the painted hardtop, and the car takes on an entirely different personality with that incredible mid-year profile. What makes this particular Corvette so appealing is the complete package: Nassau Blue Metallic, blue interior, two tops, 327/350 HP power, 4-speed manual transmission, knock-off wheels, side pipes, whitewall tires, beautiful newer paint, refreshed interior, recent mechanical work, believed 79,574 original miles, and nearly five decades with the same previous owner.

If you have been searching for a special mid-year Corvette with the looks, equipment, history, and drivability to stand out from the crowd, this 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster deserves serious consideration. Beautiful Nassau Blue. Two tops. 327 V8.

Four-speed. Knockoffs. Side pipes. Believed 79,574 original miles. And nearly 50 years with its previous owner. This is one special 1965 Corvette! While we do our best to provide the highest quality muscle cars with an honest and reliable description and realize the importance of transparency when selling vehicles.

That being said, we have not built, modified, changed or personally owned this vehicle. Whether this vehicle is consigned or owned by Past & Present Motor Cars we do not know the vehicles complete history since new. We want to be clear and try to answer any questions our customers might have prior to purchasing.

Additionally, we not only welcome but we encourage 3rd party independent inspections. Please inquire prior to purchase to make sure the advertised vehicle has not already been sold. We list our vehicles on multiple websites and a vehicle can sell at any time.

If a customer chooses to purchase sight unseen (many of our customers choose this option) the customer accepts the vehicle AS IS and WHERE IS and understands we cannot address concerns after purchase. For this reason, it's important all concerns are addressed prior to purchase. We make every effort to present accurate and reliable information, but use of this information is voluntary, and should only be deemed reliable after an independent review of its accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.

It is the sole responsibility of the customer to verify the existence of options, accessories and the vehicle condition before time of sale. Financing is Available with low rates and Vehicle Shipping is available from our Showroom to your Garage. A Classic Car Warranty is Available for Purchase from a 3rd Party.

Please speak to our Sales Associate or Company Representative for more information. Our team is working and available anytime by Phone or Text for your convenience at 407-559-7759. Thank you for your interest!
Trim: Convertible, Roadster, L79 327, Two Tops, Longtime Ownership!

Classic Chevrolet Corvette Buyer's Guide

Full guide
M
Mike Sullivan
Muscle Cars
1953–1982
~6 min read
Updated Apr 2026
Complete buyer's guide for classic Chevrolet Corvette C1, C2 and C3 (1953-1982). Birdcage rust, frame inspection, engine code identification, and current market pricing for split-windows, L88s and LT-1s.
This guide covers
✓ 10-point inspection checklist
✓ Common issues & what to avoid
✓ In-person inspection guide
✓ Market pricing by year & condition
✓ 5 FAQs answered
✓ History & fun facts

Chevrolet Corvette Market Overview

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$40,385
Avg. Asking Price
1953–1999
Year Range
Price Position on Our Site — Above Average
This car: $80,965
Low: $4,000 High: $299,995
Transmission Distribution
Automatic 48%
Manual 36%
Condition Distribution
Excellent 11%
Good 11%
Fair 4%
Poor 0%
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Classic Chevrolet Corvette Buyer's Guide

The Chevrolet Corvette has been America's sports car for over seventy years, but the classic Corvette market splits into three distinct generations, each with its own buyer profile and its own pitfalls. The C1 (1953-1962), C2 mid-year (1963-1967), and C3 shark (1968-1982) cover three decades of evolution from solid-axle straight-six convertibles to small-block legends to LT-1-powered chrome-bumper cars. Knowing which Corvette is yours — and what it actually is versus what the seller claims — is the difference between a sound investment and an expensive lesson.

What to Check Before Buying

✓
Verify dashboard VIN against trim tag and engine partial VIN — All three must agree. Engine partial VIN is on driver-side block deck near cylinder head.
✓
Demand original tank sticker for any car over $60K — Glued inside top of gas tank. Lists all original options. Gold standard for premium Corvette verification.
✓
Order NCRS Shipping Data Report ($50) — Available from National Corvette Restorers Society. Confirms original equipment from GM records.
✓
Inspect birdcage at door frames and cowl — Pull door panels, lift carpet at windshield base. Perforation = $8,000-$25,000 structural repair.
✓
Probe frame at kick-up and rear cross-member — Solid steel resists; rotten metal flakes. Frame replacement is $15,000-$30,000 if needed.
✓
Examine fiberglass under raking light — Stress cracks at body mounts, headlight buckets, rear panel. Deep cracks = impact damage or chassis flex.
✓
Check T-top seals and headliner (C3) — Water staining indicates failed seals. Leaks rot birdcage from inside.
✓
Verify Big Block valvetrain on cold start — Solid-lifter L72/L78/L88/ZL1 should tick and subside with oil pressure. Continuous noise = valve adjustment or worn lifters.
✓
Compression test all eight cylinders — Should read 145-185 PSI uniformly across the bank. Variance >15% = head gasket or ring problem.
✓
Test all electrical and pop-up headlights (C3) — Vacuum-actuated headlights commonly fail. Hidden leaks in vacuum lines drop the lights at speed.

Common Issues

Corvette "birdcage" rust is the structural killer for C2 and C3 cars. The birdcage is the steel inner structure that supports the fiberglass body — windshield frame, A-pillars, doglegs, and roof. When the birdcage rots, the body flexes, glass cracks, and door alignment goes off. Birdcage repair on a C2 or C3 is $8,000-$25,000 depending on extent. Frame rust on C1 (boxed steel) and C3 (X-frame) Corvettes is the second major concern. The kickup behind the front wheels, the rear suspension mounting points, and the rear cross-member all rot in salt-belt cars. Probe the frame with a screwdriver — solid steel resists, rotten metal flakes. Mechanical issues vary by generation. C1s commonly have weak Powerglide automatics and tired solid-lifter 283 fuelies. C2s have strong drivetrains but the leaf-spring rear suspension wears bushings and the differential carriers crack. C3s suffer from sloppy T-tops that leak, failing radiators, and worn front coil springs that sag the front end. The L88 cars (1967-1969) had aluminum heads that crack from heat cycling — a deal-breaker if not previously addressed.

What to Look For

VIN authentication is the first stop. The C1 and C2 cars used the dashboard VIN plate; the C3 added the windshield-pillar VIN starting in 1968. Cross-reference the VIN against the trim tag (riveted to the body brace under the glovebox or on the firewall depending on year) and against the engine block partial VIN. Big Block cars (1965+ 396, 1966+ 427, 1970+ 454) and Z06/L88/ZL1 specials must have all numbers matching to claim premium prices. For C2 and C3 cars, inspect the birdcage. Pull the door panels and look at the inner door structure. Lift the carpet at the windshield base and look at the inner cowl. Pull the headliner if practical and look at the roof structure on coupes. Surface rust is acceptable; perforation is structural and expensive to repair. For any high-dollar Corvette claim — L71 427/435, L88, ZL1, Z06, LT-1 — demand the original tank sticker (the build sheet that was glued to the inside top of the gas tank). Tank stickers are the gold standard for verification. Cross-reference the tank sticker codes against the VIN and the engine block partial VIN. Fiberglass condition is uniquely Corvette. Look for stress cracks at the body mount points, around the headlight buckets, and at the rear panel where the bumpers attach. Surface gel-coat cracks are cosmetic; deeper structural cracks indicate impact damage or chassis flex.

Price Guide

C1 (1953-1962) Corvettes range from $45,000 for solid 1958-1962 driver-quality 283 V8 cars up to $300,000+ for documented 1957-1962 fuelie cars in concours condition. The 1953 launch year (only 300 built) is a special case — documented original 1953s sell for $200,000-$400,000. C2 (1963-1967) is the most coveted Corvette generation. The 1963 split-window coupe is the icon — $95,000-$200,000 for drivers and survivors, $300,000+ for documented L84 fuelie cars. 1965-1967 396/427 Big Blocks are $85,000-$180,000 for drivers, with documented L71 Tri-Power cars at $140,000-$280,000. The 1967 L88 is the holy grail — only 20 were built — and documented examples bring $2.5M-$5M at auction. C3 (1968-1982) is the bargain entry to Corvette ownership. Driver-quality 1968-1972 small-blocks run $22,000-$42,000. The 1970-1972 LT-1 (small-block, solid-lifter, 350-360 hp) is the underrated gem at $45,000-$85,000 for documented numbers-matching cars. 1973-1977 cars are the bargain era at $15,000-$28,000. 1978 silver anniversary and 1982 Collector Edition cars trade for $22,000-$35,000.

Did You Know?

The Corvette name was suggested by GM PR director Myron Scott — named after the small, fast warship class. GM trademarked "Corvette" in May 1953, just one month before the car's June launch. The 1963 split-window coupe was a Bill Mitchell design that survived for only one model year. Zora Arkus-Duntov, the Corvette's chief engineer, hated the split window because it killed rearward visibility, and he successfully lobbied to remove it for the 1964 model year. The one-year-only design is now the most iconic Corvette body style ever produced. Only 20 L88 Corvettes were built for 1967, and Chevrolet deliberately under-rated the engine at 430 horsepower to keep insurance companies off the buyer's back. The L88 actually produced approximately 540 horsepower in road-going trim and was conceived purely as a homologation special for road racing — Chevrolet refused to install a heater, radio, or AM/FM in any L88, telling buyers to special-order them at the dealer if they actually wanted comfort features.

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