Veteran 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Race Car Heads to Harrisburg Auction

A 1965 Chevrolet Corvette with a long and documented competition career is set to cross the auction block at the Harrisburg 2026 sale. Offered as Lot S229, the purpose-built race car is scheduled to sell on Saturday, July 25th.

What sets this Corvette apart is its extensive racing history. The car competed in SCCA A&B Production as well as Trans Am from 1966 to 1983, a stretch of nearly two decades that speaks to both its durability and its place in amateur and professional road racing during that era. Adding to its appeal, the Corvette retains its original VIN and trim tag, an important detail for collectors who value authenticity in a vintage competition car.

The car’s story has been told before. A four-page article featuring this very Corvette appeared in the August 2001 issue of Corvette Cars & Parts magazine, giving it a published record that supports its provenance.

Under the hood is a 327-cubic-inch V-8 backed by a four-speed manual transmission, a classic combination for Corvettes of the period. The car is equipped for serious track use with an insulated dry-sump oil tank, a period-style racing steering wheel, and a roll cage for driver safety.

The Corvette has benefited from work by several respected specialists. Paint and body were handled by Classic Auto Restoration, the engine was built by Thomas Racing, and the chassis and safety work were completed by Robinson Racing Engineering. The car is currently configured for SCCA B/Production competition.

Finished in blue with a gray interior and wearing its No. 8 race livery, the Corvette presents as a genuine vintage racer ready for its next chapter. An SCCA log book is included with the sale, documenting the car’s competition background for the next owner.

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