The 1963 Corvette Split-Window occupies a singular place in Corvette history. It was the debut of the Sting Ray coupe and the only year Chevrolet committed fully to the split rear glass, making it a one-year design that was never repeated or revised. The result was a car that felt dramatic from the moment it arrived, and examples that retain their factory configuration have become blue-chip staples in today's market. This car captures that moment with clarity, combining a factory-correct configuration, national-level judging recognition, and documentation that removes speculation.
Finished in factory-correct Daytona Blue, the body presents with crisp panel alignment and a finish that reflects accuracy. The paint shows deep, while allowing the Sting Ray's sharp creases and sculpted fenders to remain the focal point. Brightwork and trim are properly finished and consistently detailed. The car sits on correct 15" turbine-style wheels wrapped in Firestone whitewall tires, giving it the precise appearance Chevrolet intended in 1963.
Under the hood is the original, numbers-matching 327ci L76 V8, factory rated at 340 horsepower. Proper finishes, factory-style components, and accurate accessory placement are present throughout, reinforcing the car's authenticity. Power is delivered through its original Borg-Warner T10 4-speed manual transmission and a Positraction rear axle with 3.70 gears, a combination that defines the high-performance intent of early Sting Ray production.
The interior remains true to its factory specification, finished in the correct Dark Blue vinyl. The dashboard and instrumentation remain factory-correct in layout and appearance, with crisp gauge faces and proper needle movement. Switchgear, knobs, and console details are consistent throughout, including the correct 4-speed shifter pattern, console plate, and factory Delco AM radio. The cabin is period-correct, placing the driver directly in the experience of a 1963 Sting Ray.
What truly elevates this Split-Window is its standing within the Corvette judging community. This car has achieved Triple Crown status, earning NCRS Top Flight honors, Bloomington Gold certification, and Chevy/Vettefest Gold Spinner recognition. These accolades are not decorative. They represent verification under the most demanding standards in the hobby, confirming the car's correctness and presentation.
Born as a Daytona Blue over Dark Blue coupe with a factory 4-speed and high-output small-block, this 1963 Corvette presents today exactly as it should. It is cohesive from trim tag to drivetrain, nationally recognized, and presented without compromise. For collectors who understand the difference between rarity and significance, this Split-Window delivers both, standing as a disciplined, well-documented example of one of the most important Corvettes ever built.
Key Highlights
Triple Crown Split-Window Sting Ray that's benefitted from a detailed, ground-up restoration
Achieved the Triple Crown Registry Triple Crown Award
Awarded NCRS Top Flight honors
Awarded Bloomington Gold honors
Awarded Chevy/Vettefest Gold Spinner honors
Numbers-matching 327 cubic inch L76 V8
Numbers-matching Borg Warner T10 4-speed manual transmission
