Chevrolet brought back the Stingray nameplate once more for the C8 Corvette generation as the entry-level model below the Z06 model. The Ray first debuted many decades ago with the C2 generation as the Sting Ray (written as two words), the impossibly beautiful and purposeful sports car.

Surviving versions of these classic cars command strong money at auction, and few come better than this example getting offered by the Ronald McDonald House Charity in an ongoing raffle.

An ultimate version of an American icon is going to a good cause, and here’s why this ‘Vette is worth taking part in.

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The Car, The Legend: A Numbers-Matching 1965 Corvette Sting Ray L78

As a C2-generation Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray L78 4-speed convertible, this valuable classic car from 1965 already ticks many boxes for fans of the Sting Ray. The Ronald McDonald House Charity is offering this restored car as one of the main prizes in an ongoing series of related raffles.

They are a nonprofit organization that serves hundreds of families a year by providing care and support to children and families in Central California. According to the charity, the Rally Red convertible comes with a numbers-matching, 396-CI, 4-barrel, ‘L78’ V8 with 425 hp – the king of the ’65 range. A Muncie numbers-matching 4-speed manual transmission ensures the car will offer maximum analog fun. You will certainly be able to hear it coming with the dual side-exit exhausts.

VIN number 194675S120892’s black interior including the dash, carpet, and more are in as-new condition. Hagerty suggests that a 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray L78 is worth around $95,000 at auction, making this a valuable classic Chevrolet to begin with. There is another reason to grab a ticket and donate though, as this raffle will be helping families and children in need.

RMHC: Helping Those Who Need Help In California

RMHC’s very special 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray will further assist the charity in its work while offering a gearhead the chance to make their dream come true.