1961 Chevrolet Corvette

Jewel Blue 1961 Corvette with Numbers Matching 283 and 4-Speed

This beautiful 1961 Corvette represents one of the most elegant years of the first-generation Corvette. A 3.70 Positraction rear axle provides excellent performance and makes this classic Corvette enjoyable on winding roads and weekend cruises.

Finished in Jewel Blue with contrasting white coves and a white vinyl soft top, this blue Corvette showcases one of the most iconic color combinations available on a C1. The clean styling of the 1961 model year, combined with paint-matched wheels, full Corvette hubcaps, and wide white wall tires, gives this Chevrolet Corvette timeless curb appeal.

Inside, the black vinyl bucket seat interior is accented by engine-turned aluminum trim that captures the era's sporty character. The Wonder Bar AM radio adds period-correct charm, and the overall presentation remains true to the Corvette's original design philosophy.

Factory dual exhaust provides the unmistakable sound of Chevrolet's legendary small block V8, and a Harrison aluminum radiator helps ensure dependable cooling performance. Built right here in St. Louis, this Vette represents an important piece of Corvette history and American automotive heritage.

For collectors searching for a Corvette for sale, this numbers-matching 1961 Corvette offers desirable specifications, beautiful colors, and authentic C1 styling. It is a standout classic Corvette for sale that captures everything enthusiasts love about the early years of the Corvette.

Key details
Exterior: Jewel Blue
Transmission: 4-Speed Manual
VIN / chassis: 10867S109790

Offered by Fast Lane Classic Cars, 427 Little Hills Ind Blvd, St. Charles, MO 63301. Taxes, title and fees not included.

Photos courtesy of Fast Lane Classic Cars.