The $4 Million Corvette: 1967 L88 C2 is the Rarest of the Rare

Thanks to its original engine and Sunflower Yellow paint, this 1967 L88 Corvette coupe is one of a kind.

When it comes to vintage Corvettes, there’s rare… and then there’s rare. Take for example this 1967 Corvette L88 that is currently for sale through Mike Vietro of Corvette Mike in Anaheim, CA. How rare is this model? Let’s put it this way: according to the seller, it’s the only ’67 L88 coupe in existence with its original motor still intact and it’s the only example that was painted Sunflower Yellow.

“This L88 represents the pinnacle of Corvette collecting,” said Vietro. “No other Corvette in the world can claim such rarity.” The yellow C2 is one of 20 L88s made in 1967. Of those 20, it is estimated that 10 still exist, which isn’t surprising since thanks to a special engine that was said to pump out over 500 horsepower. Its rarity and specification go a long way towards explaining its eye-watering price tag of $3.95 million bucks.

The ’67 L88 is a special example of the already desirable C2 Corvette for a number of reasons. It starts with the high-performance 427-c.i. big block under the hood. The 500-plus horsepower that this beast of an engine puts out would be impressive even by today’s lofty standards. But back in the late ‘60s? That kind of power output must have been absolutely staggering. To put that number in perspective, a V12-powered Ferrari 275 GTB from the same year put out a paltry 320-hp. Backing up that added power was a host of upgrades that included the famous M22 “rock crusher” 4-speed manual gearbox, an upgraded ignition system, heavy-duty power disc brakes, and a beefed-up suspension. The exterior was modified with a more aggressive cowl-induction hood.

Thanks to the extreme specification that the L88 had in factory form, many were converted to race cars and entered in events including the 24 Hours of LeMans, 12 Hours of Sebring, and others. Adding to this particular L88’s impressive provenance is the fact that it’s a two-time Bloomington Gold and Triple Diamond Award winner. The awards were earned after the C2 underwent an extensive restoration by Steve Hendrickson under Vietro’s supervision. The restoration took 10 years to complete and includes all of the exact components and hardware that were used by the factory when it was originally made. The car also comes with extensive documentation that includes the original sales contract and the original Nevada title from 1967. That’s right, the car has only been titled once since it rolled out of the Bowling Green factory.

If you’re in the mood to add an extremely rare and desirable car to the garage, head on over to the Corvette Mike website to check out this stunning, one-of-a-kind beauty. Although the L88 will soon cross the auction block, Vietro says it is currently available for sale to anyone who wants it. And, we might add, anyone who has a bank account big enough to afford it.

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