1963 Corvette | |
![]() 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe | |
DescriptionThe C2 Corvette, which was introduced in 1963, lasted until 1967. For 1963 the Corvette was completely redesigned with a new frame, suspension, body, and interior. Designed by Bill Mitchell, it was now called the Corvette Sting Ray. 1963 was the first year of a fixed-roof coupe Corvette, but the convertible was still available. For 1963 only, the rear window on the coupe was split into two sections, and thus the car became known as the "split window coupe" or the "split window Corvette." Hidden headlights were also added, and there was now no external trunk. The center section of the instrument gauges was silver for this year only. Independent rear suspension was now standard, and for the first time, power steering and power brakes were optional. Air conditioning and aluminum knock-off wheels were also optional for the first time. 1963 Corvette Key DifferencesA 1963 Corvette can easily be recognized by the fake hood grills, and the split rear window in the coupes, both of which were specific to this model year. Also the C-pillars had non-functional louvers (indentations) which had no grills or trim for 1963 only. Similar YearsThe 1963 to 1967 Corvettes shared the same basic body design other than the split window of the '63 Vette. Different trim, side louvers, and engines differentiate the various years. | |
How to Identify a 1963 Corvette![]() |
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1963 Corvette Hood Grills
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1963 Corvette Split Window
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1963 Corvette Roof Vents
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1963 Corvette Fender Louvers
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1963 Corvette Grill
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1963 Corvette Fuel Filler Door
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1963 Corvette Rear Deck
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1963 Corvette Tail lights
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1963 Corvette Sting Ray Badge
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1963 Corvette Front Emblem
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1963 Corvette Hidden Headlights
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1963 Corvette Fender Emblem
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1963 Corvette Interior
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1963 Corvette Dash
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1963 Corvette Seats
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1963 Corvette Knock Off Wheels
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1963 Corvette Fuel Injection Engine
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1963 Corvette Fuel Injection Emblem
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1963 Corvette Convertible
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