C3 (1968 to 1982)

Defined by its dramatic “Coke bottle” styling and long production run from 1968 to 1982, the Chevrolet Corvette C3 represents the most visually iconic era of America’s sports car. Built during a period of major change in emissions and safety regulations, the C3 range spans everything from early high-compression big-block V8 cars to later, more subdued models of the late 1970s, making specification and year critical to market value. In the Australian market, the C3 has long appealed to collectors drawn to classic American design and V8 character, despite left-hand-drive limitations and import considerations, with earlier chrome-bumper cars holding the strongest appeal locally. Values are driven by year, engine specification, originality, condition, and body style, with early big-block examples, manual transmissions, and well-preserved cars commanding significant premiums as global interest in classic American performance continues to support long-term demand.