Vehicle Description
The C3 was already an icon by the time this 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
Collector Edition was being planned. So GM knew they needed to send
off this final edition with the standout features that would make
'Vette fans take notice even decades later. So it's great to find a
loaded classic with all its unique pieces appearing 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 Collector Edition coupes, and nearly 40 years later,
it's going to be hard to find another example that has this much
survivor-like quality. After all, you're looking at one that has
averaged less than 900 miles annually. The paint is believed to be
the full original application, and 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 factory 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, rear defrost, and
cold-blowing factory air conditioning. The radio is now an
AM/FM/CD/HD unit with USB input so that you can get the best
driving music for this Corvette. In fact, it truly is a driver's
machine. That's why you have a power-adjusting bucket seat, tilt
steering wheel, and a full gauge package. There was a special tint
to the glass T-tops that make they look great on this special color
theme, and the Collector 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 both powerful
and efficient, especially because it was paired to a new 700R4
four-speed automatic transmission with handy overdrive. Just like
the rest of this car, all the major pieces are believed to be
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. So this
low mileage collectable is also a great candidate for your grand
tour experience.
The sale comes complete with the factory buildsheet, owner's
manual, and maintenance records. 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.