New fastback coupe bodywork featured a split back window and doors that cut into the roof. Known as the 63 split window coupe because of the signature. This 1963 chevrolet corvette convertible is a firstyear sting ray with a highly original presentation. Tb in montana submitted this 1964 corvette convertible to corvette values. Watch the restoration of a 63 corvette split window sting ray. Corvette restoration guide, 19631967 motorbooks workshop. The 1963 chevrolet corvette sting ray took the sports car world by storm. This gorgeous 1963 chevrolet corvette stingray convertible has had a frame on restoration and com.
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