Vehicle Description
This 1980 Chevrolet Corvette is one sharp looking third generation
representative of Chevy's beloved American sports car. Besides its
outstanding curb appeal, it also offers a solid level of
road-readiness, carries a period correct engine under its hood and
is clad in a high impact color that you just can't stop staring
at.
A very well-applied burgundy paint job sits in place of the dark
blue this 'Vette began life with and while we're certainly fans of
classics wearing their original colors, the updated shade looks
outstanding in this setting. You won't find any glaring issues to
diminish your enthusiasm, and the rich hue looks impressively even
from front to back. Corvettes of this era didn't sport a lot of
chrome, which of course really allows the eye-catching color to
take center stage, but the chrome that is on display here - the
trim surrounding the front windshield, the rocker panel
ornamentation and the badging - is all in good form. The T-top
configuration is a definite plus, allowing you to experience the
fun of open air motoring with protection from the elements just a
couple of steps away, and the surprisingly light weight panels this
'80 comes with have been painted to provide a nice contrast to
their surroundings and fit impressively well. The glass surrounding
the cabin is also in sharp condition, including the tinted rear
windshield.
The interior has been refurbished in tan leather and really looks
nice. The signature Corvette buckets are well-contoured, with
plenty of support to hold both driver and passenger in place during
spirited cornering and their leather surfaces present very well,
showing almost no use, and none of the wrinkling or discoloration
you might expect. The change from this Chevy's original blue
interior color to its present state was done with a lot of
attention to detail, so you'll find no traces of the previous shade
creeping through as a reminder it's been altered. The dash area is
also in great condition, with all of the clear gauges in its
instrument cluster fully functional and a straight, supple-looking
dash pad sitting over the top - though the dash clock will require
some attention. You'll have no shortage of audio options - the
Alpine head unit mounted at the front of the center console
operates an AM/FM/CD system that also features iPod and Bluetooth
connectivity. The air conditioning system has been converted to
modern freon, so you and your passengers can stay comfortable in
more extreme temperatures.
The engine compartment has been well maintained, with no excess
residue or obvious signs of leaks showing inside. The 350 cubic
inch V8 at its center still wears a factory look and is in very
good form, firing up promptly when called upon and teaming with a
4-speed manual transmission to provide just the sort of "hands on"
driving experience to suit an iconic nameplate like this. Power
steering combines with the Corvette's road-hugging stance to
provide great handling, while power disc brakes at all four corners
bring its set of 15" stock Corvette wheels outfitted with BF
Goodrich T/A radials to prompt stops. The undercarriage below looks
nice and solid - it carries the expected patina you'd expect from a
car of its age, but its frame rails and suspension components all
look straight and show no signs of this low-slung sports car having
been run aground.
With its sleek third generation form in top shape and a great
looking interior waiting inside the doors, this 1980 Chevrolet
Corvette would be a fine addition to any collector's garage. Call
today!