C2 1963-1964 Corvette Female Hood Latches - Left & Right

If you’re restoring a 1963–1964 Chevrolet Corvette and aiming for factoryperfect hood operation, the C2 19631964 Corvette Female Hood Latches – Left & Right are your precise solution. This pair of bodymounted, female latch assemblies is designed to work with the hood release system so your hood locks securely and releases smoothly from inside the car, restoring the original feel and alignment of your classic Corvette.

• Fitment: Specifically engineered for the 1963–1964 Corvette (C2), ensuring correct engagement with the factory hood lock and cable system.
• Includes: Left and right female hood latch assemblies, supplied together for a complete restoration.
• Without release cable: Designed to work with your existing or replaced hood release cable, offering flexibility during restoration or rebuild.
• Mounting location: Mounts to the firewall or cowl area, recreating the original mounting geometry for proper hood alignment.
• OEMstyle design: Accurate reproduction of the original Corvette hood latch hardware, preserving authenticity in fit, finish, and durability.
• Precision integration: Engineered to integrate seamlessly with factory hood lock and cable system to ensure reliable operation.

With these latches, you’ll:

• Restore proper hood locking, closing, and interior release action to match the original midyear C2 setup.
• Replace worn, damaged, or corroded latch assemblies that compromise hood security and alignment.
• Keep your engine bay authentic by preserving the original latch geometry and mounting points.

Ideal use cases

• Classic Corvette restoration projects that require authentic hardware to match 1963–1964 specifications.
• Engine bay repair where the hood latch system needs to be reconditioned while reusing or updating the release cable separately.
• Owners aiming to correct hood misalignment or intermittent latch engagement that affects closure and security.

Why choose these reproduction latches over generic replacements? They’re built to mirror the original Corvette’s latch profile and mounting spacing, ensuring a precise fit that fewer aftermarket parts can guarantee. By restoring the factory hood latch system, you’ll enjoy consistent hood alignment, secure closure, and a clean, periodcorrect engine bay that’s ready for showday or daily driving alike.