Vehicle Description
1989 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Zora Arkus-Duntov (December 25, 1909 - April 21, 1996) was a
Belgian-born American engineer whose work on the Chevrolet Corvette
earned him the nickname "Father of the Corvette." He is sometimes
erroneously referred to as the inventor of the Corvette, whereas
that title belongs to Harley Earl. He was also a successful racing
driver, taking class victories in 1954 and 1955 24 Heures du
Mans.
For consignment, a nice example of a 1989 Convertible Corvette.
Only a 3 owner car, with consigner stated 66,300 + miles and well
documented maintenance records, and/or paperwork from the
showroom.
Exterior
Bright red drapes the fiberglass panels, and molded plastic crash
bumpers on this, a Corvette with the lowest angle windshield rake
to this date. This body was basically a preview to what was to come
for the ZR1 model which was delayed until 1990. Hidden headlights,
a black belt line black molding, a beautiful black convertible top
that hides itself under a plastic molded tonneau, and a roll bar
are noted on this example. Standard 5 spoke aluminum wheels are on
all 4 corners and bringing up the rear are chrome tipped exhaust
pipes, and a 1991 replaced rear taillight and bumper assembly.
Interior
Mesmerizing red carpet floods the floors, and the back trunk area,
and it is a deep, deep red, in very good condition. Black floor
mats add contrast and protect this deep carpet. Leather buckets
showing some patina with minor folds, and slight wear, flank a red
and black center console/storage unit. This also houses the 6-speed
manual transmission, climate control, AM/FM Cassette, and a data
center with a screen to display information regarding temperatures
and other key components of the engine. A digital display is seen
in front of the leather aftermarket steering wheel for RPM/Speed
and Oil Pressure/Volts and Fuel range. Controls for power windows,
power mirrors, and cruise control are also noted.
Drivetrain
A 350ci 240/245 Horsepower, Tuned-Port Fuel Injected L98 V8 engine
which has been replaced with a factory duplicate at 32,000 miles,
due to a warranty issue, sits in the engine bay. A 6-speed rebuilt
manual transmission (rebuilt due to a reverse gear problem) is
attached to the back of the new mill.
Undercarriage
Very clean, well maintained, rust free, structurally sound,
undercoating intact on floorpans, no real leakage to speak of in
engine/transmission area, and frame is unscathed...what more could
one ask for!?
This Corvette has suffered some engine and transmission problems,
but were covered by GM, and replaced with appropriate parts. A
clean example, with copious records of various maintenance and
repairs, never driven in snow/salt environment convertible. Classic
Auto Mall is housing this car and all you have to do is make it
down here for a top down, foot down, window down, test drive...you
down for that?
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 300 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania,
conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76
Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and
our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for
more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
