Vehicle Description
12,948 original miles. One owner, great colors, beautifully
maintained. Totally correct throughout, ready for preservation
class judging. Everything works, drives right, and better than you
remember. A bargain-priced Corvette that can hold its head high at
shows.With just under 13,000 miles on the clock, you know this
lovely Torch Red Corvette was never a daily driver and has never
seen winter weather. That's the life of most Corvettes-protected
toys-but this one has been especially well-kept by a guy who loved
it from day one. The color combination is pure Corvette awesome,
making this a Corvette that stands out for all the right reasons,
and Torch Red is always the right color on a low-slung 2-seater.
That's factory-applied paint and the car has never been bumped or
touched up, so everything fits just the way the guys at Bowling
Green intended. Build quality on the all-new C4 'Vette was decent
and these doors close with that kerCHUNK sound that is familiar to
C4 owners and very reassuring to everyone else. The giant clamshell
fits well and snugs down without slamming and the rear bumper
hasn't developed any of the usual stress cracks. The paint, which
is approaching its 30th birthday, still shines up nicely, and while
it's not perfect, you'll have to loo pretty closely to see any of
the flaws. The chin spoiler has a few scuffs, there are a few chips
from stray rocks being thrown by the big tires, but overall, it'll
be hard to find a better-preserved vintage 'Vette for the price.Do
the patented C4 flop and get into the contoured sport seat and
you'll find yourself surrounded with supple red leather. There's a
bit of wear on the outer bolster of the driver's chair, which is
all but unavoidable in these cars, but there's no question this is
a low-mileage original car. Embroidered Corvette emblems in the
headrests are a nice touch and there are tailored floor mats that
fit in the C4's unique footwells. Of course, as Chevy's
top-of-the-line car and GM's ultimate halo product, everything was
standard on the Corvette, including powerful A/C, power windows,
locks, mirrors, and seats, cruise control, and a decent-sounding
AM/FM/cassette stereo. The fully functional digital gauges give you
a clear view of what's going on under the hood and there's a trip
computer that can review a variety of engine functions using toggle
switches in the center stack. The optional transparent top is in
excellent condition and pops out to store in the rear hatch area
for open-air motoring.The Corvette L98 V8 is legendary for its
performance, durability, and economy. Seriously, if you want one
engine that does everything well and never asks for anything in
return, this is it. 1985 was the first year for the tuned port
injection system, which provides a fat torque curve and
instantaneous throttle response that makes the C4 feel quick around
town. Thanks to a long list of innovative features, it has also
proven itself to be virtually indestructible no matter how hard you
use it. There are hundreds of upgrades available, but this one is
completely stock right down to the air filter and mufflers, which
is how you want to buy your second-hand Corvette. That suggests
there's been no racing, no hack mechanic work, and no abuse, and
the way it drives seems to confirm this assessment. It starts
instantly, idles smoothly hot or cold, and pulls with authority at
almost any speed. The engine bay shows quite well, too, with no
signs of harsh weather use or questionable workmanship, just
original parts and OEM hardware everywhere you look. There are no
demerits in the way this car works.Part of the reason why this car
feels so punchy is the 700R4 4-speed automatic overdrive
transmission, which is always ready to serve up a quick downshift
and rip around the tach. Everyone whines and complains when they
see a 'Vette with an automatic, but there's a reason it has been
standard equipment for more than two decades. Few powertrains work
better than this. Massive disc brakes are probably more than you'll
ever need and the exhaust has just the right combination of bark
and tone, so it's quiet on the highway. Factory 16-inch wheels are
in excellent condition with no curb damage and carry their original
255/50/16 Goodyear Eagle 'Gatorback' tires for that last bit of
authenticity.Look around and try to find more performance per
dollar than this. Add in the desirable color combination,
impeccable maintenance, low mileage, and totally stock mechanicals
and you get a Corvette that's ready for another 30 years of fun at
a very reasonable price. Call today!Harwood Motors always
recommends and welcomes personal or professional inspections of any
vehicle in our inventory prior to purchase.