1982 Chevrolet Corvette

Description

These final year C3s are desirable for plenty of upgraded factory features. So when you combine that with a terrific color combo, this 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is one of the most affordable ways to get a turn-key classic that that's a standout in any crowd.

This is an original black car – always a desirable feature for Corvettes. It has been given a re-spray about mid-life, and that helps give it a little extra luster in the sunlight. This combines with straight body panels to showcase the sharp edges and rounded fenders we love on these C3s. And because this is a full midnight package on the body, you really get to see some great details like the bright dual exhaust tips and the N90 aluminum wheels. More than just look menacing, this one earns its place in history as the final year before General Motors shut the books on the C3.

The factory-correct red leather seats look absolutely amazing against the black exterior – like lava flowing from the inside. Red carpets, door panels, center console, dash cover, and fold-down bucket seats – it's all suspected to be original, and everything looks like it was cared for by a true Corvette enthusiast. The T-tops mean you can easily share this terrific interior with the world. It's loaded with options like power windows, power steering, tilt/telescopic steering column, cruise control, and the factory AM/FM/cassette stereo. You even have provisions for power locks, power mirrors, and factory air conditioning. But your favorite factory feature on this survivor-style interior will be the factory CB radio. Not only does it truly represent the era, but also Corvette enthusiasts will be quick to point out it's one of the rarest options from 1982.

The 1982 drive train was a preview of the new C4 Corvette. The Cross Fire Injected 350 cubic-inch V8, was torquey, powerful, and surprisingly efficient thanks to a new 700R4 four-speed automatic overdrive transmission as standard equipment. Not only does this look refreshingly stock, but it's also believe to be original to the car. The offset air cleaner is an immediate sign of this fuel-injected motor, and you'll be impressed by how tidy everything is and how well-maintained all the vitals are. It starts quickly and easily, makes a fantastic rumble from the dual exhaust, and snaps through the gears with authority – all making for an entertaining V8 cruise. It also helps that there's a fully independent sports suspension and a disc brake behind each one of those cool alloy wheels.

This is an interesting classic with great standout features. It only gets better when you realize that this total vintage package is available at such an affordable price. Call now!