Vehicle Description
The C3 was already an icon by the time this 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
Collectors Edition was being planned. So GM knew they needed to
send off this final edition with the standout features that would
make Corvette fans take notice even decades later. So it's great to
find a loaded classic with all its unique pieces likely reaming
original, including the fuel-injected V8 power.
Silver Beige is the name of the exclusive color Chevy put together
for this one-year-only offering. It was the champagne celebration
to send off the C3, their most popular Corvette to date. They only
made 6,759 Collectors Edition coupes, and nearly 40 years later,
it's going to be hard to find another example that has this much
survivor-like quality. In fact, it has the right amount of ageing
that people will love it at the survivor shows. The same goes for
the full graphics package that has the unmistakable look of
originality. It highlights some of the best features on the car,
like the power bulge in the hood and the curve of the door panels.
Plus, the matching pinstriping outlines the body kit, curvaceous
fenders, glass hatch, and full-width rear spoiler. Add in the
turbine-style wheels and raised white letter tires, and this one
represents its era with pride.
These special edition cars added more than 23 percent to the base
price of a Corvette, and so they are expected to be exceptionally
well-done. That's why the interior was unique and so distinctive.
Just like the exterior, this example is exceptionally original on
the inside. You can see the multi-tone sliver leather that nicely
coordinates with the metallic tones of the exterior, and it's
absolutely retro-cool. An expensive machine also means plenty of
great features, like power windows, power locks, tilt steering
column, rear defrost, and an AM/FM/cassette stereo. There was a
special tint to the glass T-tops, and when you leave them in, the
factory air conditioning is there to keep you nice and cool on hot
summer drives. Speaking of the T-tops, the Collectors Edition is
especially noted for making it easy to stow them. This is the only
C3 were the back glass is also a hatchback.
The 1982 engine package was a preview of the new C4 Corvette. The
fuel-injected Cross-Fire 350 cubic-inch V8 is a torquey and
powerful upgrade only available on the 1982 C3. It's surprisingly
efficient thanks to a new 700R4 four-speed automatic transmission
with handy overdrive. Just like the rest of this car, it's believe
to be all-original under the hood. It has been given the right
maintenance to make sure it remains a strong-running motor that
fires up with the eagerness a proper FI machine should. These C3
were truly built for driving. That's why you have a fully
independent suspension, power steering, cruise control, and
four-wheel power disc brakes. It's also a great candidate for your
grand tour experience.
These Collector Edition coupes are always special machines, and so
originality is always cherished. That's why you know this is
something special that you need to get your hands on right now.