Veteran 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Race Car Heads to Harrisburg AuctionA 1965 Chevrolet Corvette with a long and documented competition career is set to cross the auction block at the Harrisburg 2026 sale. Offered as Lot S229, the purpose-built race car is scheduled to sell on Saturday, July 25th.Related ArticlesThe Best Tire Inflators, Pressure Gauges, and Flat-Spot Savers for Stored CarsBest OBD2 Scanners and Diagnostic Tools for Classic and Modern Collector CarsWhat sets this Corvette apart is its extensive racing history. The car competed in SCCA A&B Production as well as Trans Am from 1966 to 1983, a stretch of nearly two decades that speaks to both its durability and its place in amateur and professional road racing during that era. Adding to its appeal, the Corvette retains its original VIN and trim tag, an important detail for collectors who value authenticity in a vintage competition car.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe car's story has been told before. A four-page article featuring this very Corvette appeared in the August 2001 issue of Corvette Cars & Parts magazine, giving it a published record that supports its provenance.Under the hood is a 327-cubic-inch V-8 backed by a four-speed manual transmission, a classic combination for Corvettes of the period. The car is equipped for serious track use with an insulated dry-sump oil tank, a period-style racing steering wheel, and a roll cage for driver safety.Related ArticlesCeramic Coatings vs. Wax vs. Sealant: The Best Paint Protection Products for Collector CarsBest Portable Car Lifts and Jack Stands for the Home Collector GarageThe Corvette has benefited from work by several respected specialists. Paint and body were handled by Classic Auto Restoration, the engine was built by Thomas Racing, and the chassis and safety work were completed by Robinson Racing Engineering. The car is currently configured for SCCA B/Production competition.AdvertisementAdvertisementFinished in blue with a gray interior and wearing its No. 8 race livery, the Corvette presents as a genuine vintage racer ready for its next chapter. An SCCA log book is included with the sale, documenting the car's competition background for the next owner.Bid HereImages Via: MecumJoin our Newsletter, follow our Instagram page, and follow us on Facebook.