Vehicle Description
The C4 Corvette was the first complete redesign for the Corvette
since 1963, resulting in the famed 1-year lapse of Corvette
production in 1983. During the C4 reign, Chevrolet focused on
performance and technological enhancements to the car. Several
special editions were released during C4 production, culminating in
the final-year production of the 1996 Grand Sport. The Grand Sport
was a nod to the original Grand Sport models produced in 1963. A
total of 1,000 Grand Sports were produced (810 coupes and 190
convertibles) and the model carried several items that made it
stand out amongst other '96 Vettes. A high-performance LT4 V8
pushed 330hp and the car carried signature looks. The exterior of
the Grand Sports were all adorned in Admiral Blue with white
stripes and carried two signature red stripes on the front left
wheel arch. The interior was available in black or red and carried
the new C4 electronic dashboard with liquid crystal displays for
the speedometer, odometer and fuel gauge.
This '96 Grand Sport was recently acquired by Motor City Classic
Cars from the reported second-owner. It is immeditaly obvious that
this car has been babied its entire life. All around the exterior
and throughout the interior, it is evident that this car has been
garage kept and not introduced to the elements. With just over
24,000 original miles on the odometer, this Corvette presents
like-new. Originally purchased new in Alabama, this Corvette has
lived its entire life in the south. Being driven approximately
3,000 miles per year since new, this car was undoubtedly viewed by
both owners as a special item that was to be cared for and driven
sparingly. Special edition Corvettes with low-production are
quickly gaining demand and value and this presents a unique
opportunity to acquire a great example.
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