The first-ever production Corvette coupe, a futuristic fastback, sported an unusual styling element for its time period - a divided rear window. The rest of the Sting Ray design was equally stunning. Quad headlamps were retained but newly hidden. The lamps were mounted in rotating sections that matched the sharp-edged front end with the "eyes" closed.

Coupe doors were cut into the roof, which made entry/exit easier in such a low-slung closed car. Faux vents were located in the hood and on the coupe's rear pillars; functional ones had been intended but were cancelled due to cost considerations.