This 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is a first year only split window C2 that’s obviously been sitting for some time. A 327/300 HP car with an automatic, it’s said to retain its factory engine, though running condition isn’t quite clear. The car seems like it might clean up very well, though it looks incredibly mysterious and oddly appealing covered in years of grime, too. Find it here on Craigslist in Los Angeles, California for $65k OBO. Special thanks to BaT reader Eric B. for this submission.

The seller claims several times that this is a original owner car, though some of the language in the ad is conflicting–we gather it’s recently been purchased from its first caretakers. Here’s a direct quote from the ad: “This split-window Stingray was purchased from a dealer in Los Angeles, has been in LA its whole life and garaged for the last 20 years,” adding “Only known repairs were to front end after an accident in the 80’s.”

Inside, power windows are somewhat of a rare option, and eats have been replaced at some point. A few other cabin photos seem to suggest it may clean up very well, though odd angles and poor lighting make it impossible to say for sure. Most parts are believed to be original however, and sale includes the original license plate and dealer frame.

Power steering is optioned, and as noted above, the 300 horse 327ci V8 is said to remain original. Factory or not, we’d consider a 4-speed swap as part of restoration, though of course the original gearbox would stay in a safe place for completeness.