C3 Corvette Door Handles

Sports car lovers admire third-generation Corvettes for their distinct style and performance. These 1968-1982 models have a shark-like appearance that makes them stand out on the road, and select variants boast over 300 horsepower for an exciting driving experience.

Top Flight Automotive is your source for Corvette parts and accessories. Explore our online inventory to find products for your next restoration project, including C3 door handle parts. 

About C3 Corvette Exterior Door Handles

C3 Corvettes have unique exterior door handles. Instead of a traditional handle that protrudes from the side of the door, a C3 Corvette handle sits atop the door. You must push your hand down into the handle and pull to get the door open. 

3 Signs You Should Replace Your C3 Corvette Exterior Door Handles

You touch your exterior door handles every time you get in your C3. Because these components are used so frequently, they are often subject to heavy wear over time.

Exterior door handles can start to deteriorate for many reasons. The oils on your skin can leave stains behind or cause fading, but weather elements like sunlight and rain can also create rust and worn spots. What’s more, impacts from kicked-up road debris and other projectiles can cause dings and scratches.

Damaged exterior handles can make it difficult or even impossible to open your car doors. If you experience any of the following issues, it may be time to replace your C3 Corvette exterior door handles:

1. Loose Door Handle

A loose exterior door handle is typically one of the first signs of trouble. Worn or damaged exterior door handles often become loose in the door frame and may require more finagling than usual to get the door open. 

2. Door Won’t Open

If you’re having trouble opening your car door, its handle may be broken. The handle’s internal linkage rods that attach to the door’s latching mechanism can break, causing the handle to stop working. The handle itself can also become unusable if it’s cracked or damaged. 

3. Door Won’t Shut

Another symptom of a failing exterior door handle is when the door won’t stay shut. When your handle or its linkage components break, it can cause problems with the door’s latching mechanism. As a result, it may take multiple tries to close your door, or it may not latch once it’s shut. 

Benefits of Our C3 Replacement Door Handles

Eliminate the hassle of dealing with a broken car door handle and order a replacement from Top Flight Automotive. Our high-quality C3 Corvette door handles will restore functionality to your door so that you can hop right in. 

Damaged door handles can also make your C3 look like it’s in poor condition. Replacing scratched or worn door handles with new ones from Top Flight Automotive can help restore your C3’s appearance and preserve its collector and resale value.

C3 Door Handle Parts From Top Flight Automotive

C3 Corvettes have a special exterior door handle design, which can make it difficult to locate replacement parts. At Top Flight Automotive, we carry door handle components for your C3 with compatible parts for every model year. 

We carry left- and right-hand exterior door handle assemblies to meet all your needs. Our selection includes packages that come complete with gaskets for a streamlined installation process.

Contact Us for C3 Corvette Door Handles

Get in touch with us today to get help finding the right exterior door handle parts for your C3 Corvette.