1963 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray (C2) Coupe Split Window

The C2 Stingray Coupe, designed by Larry Shinoda under Bill Mitchell's direction, remains one of automotive history's most beautiful shapes. The split rear window 1963 model is particularly iconic, though all coupes share dramatic fastback styling. The independent rear suspension improved handling dramatically over C1. Available with increasingly powerful small and big-block engines, including the legendary 427 in later years.

Independent rear suspension half-shafts and U-joints wear. Fibreglass body checking and stress cracks common. Birdcage frame rust underneath - essential inspection point. Hideaway headlight mechanisms problematic. Big-block cars run hot. Side exhaust systems corrode. Interior trim pieces difficult to restore correctly. Power window regulators fail. Knock-off wheels need proper torque and maintenance.