1966 Chevrolet Corvette

1966 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe — 350/435 HP ZZ4 Fast Burn, Tri-Power, Tremec 5-Speed, Restomod Build
A mid-year Corvette coupe is already one of the most desirable shapes in American performance history, but this 1966 Chevrolet Corvette takes that iconic foundation and adds a carefully selected blend of modern drivability, upgraded suspension, big power, and classic Sting Ray attitude. Finished in silver clear coat paint with a 1967-style hood and dark blue stinger, this coupe delivers the unmistakable presence of a C2 Corvette with a performance-focused build underneath. Power comes from a Chevrolet ZZ4 Fast Burn 350 V8 rated at 435 horsepower, fed by a Demon Tri-Power system and paired with a Tremec 5-speed manual transmission controlled by a Hurst shifter. The result is a far more engaging and usable driving experience than a stock mid-year Corvette, with strong small-block power, crisp shifting, and the flexibility of an overdrive-style modern manual gearbox.
The car was refinished in silver clear coat paint in June 2026, while the trim tag denotes that it was originally code 980 Trophy Blue.
The 1967 hood with dark blue stinger gives the car a purposeful big-block-inspired look, while new knock-off-style wheels wrapped in new Redline tires complete the classic Corvette appearance. Underneath, the car has been upgraded for improved road feel and handling. Suspension enhancements include updated front A arms with heavy-duty sway bars, VBP fiberglass monoleaf front and rear suspension, and Bilstein shocks. Power brakes with a chrome booster and reservoir provide added stopping confidence, while Hooker ceramic-coated headers and chambered exhaust give the car the sound and presence expected from a high-performance C2. Comfort has also been thoughtfully addressed with Vintage Air, making the car more usable for warm-weather cruising and longer drives. The bucket-seat interior retains the classic Corvette cockpit feel, pairing vintage style with the upgraded mechanical package.
This Corvette is currently owned by Amy Desmond following the passing of her husband, William “Bill” Desmond. Bill purchased the car at Mecum Kissimmee on January 15, 2024, from Classic Motor Cars of Lubbock, Texas, adding a meaningful ownership story and auction provenance to the car's history. With just 3,300 miles shown, a powerful ZZ4 Fast Burn small-block, Tri-Power induction, Tremec 5-speed, upgraded suspension, Vintage Air, and fresh silver paint, this 1966 Corvette Coupe offers a compelling blend of collector-grade C2 styling and driver focused restomod performance.

Highlights
*1966 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
*VIN: 194376S127068
*3,300 miles shown
*Non-original 350 V8
*ZZ4 Fast Burn Chevrolet small-block rated at 435 horsepower
*Demon Tri-Power induction system
*Tremec 5-speed manual transmission
*Hurst shifter
*Silver clear coat exterior
*Originally code 980 Trophy Blue per trim tag
*1967-style hood with dark blue stinger
*Bucket-seat interior
*Vintage Air
*New knock-off-style wheels
*New Redline tires
*Hooker ceramic-coated headers
*Chambered exhaust

Mechanical / Restoration
*Repainted in silver clear coat in June 2026
*Updated front A-arms
*Heavy-duty sway bars
*VBP fiberglass monoleaf front and rear suspension
*Bilstein shocks
*Power brakes
*Chrome brake booster and reservoir
*Performance exhaust system
*Upgraded driveline with Tremec 5-speed manual transmission

Included with Sale
*Clean title
*Supporting documentation, if available
*Mecum purchase history

Ownership History
*Currently owned by Amy Desmond following the passing of her husband, William “Bill” Desmond
*Purchased by Bill Desmond at Mecum Kissimmee on January 15, 2024
*Previously sold by Classic Motor Cars of Lubbock, Texas

Powerful, purposeful, and beautifully presented, this 1966 Corvette Coupe blends one of Chevrolet's most iconic body styles with a serious 435-horsepower small-block, Tri-Power induction, 5-speed manual transmission, upgraded suspension, Vintage Air, and fresh silver paintwork. It is a highly engaging C2 built for the enthusiast who wants classic Sting Ray style with modernized performance and drivability.

You can pre-bid on this vehicle at https://www.proxibid.com/Throttle-Car-Club/Throttle-Car-Club-Auction-June-20-2026/event-catalog/294119

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