Vehicle Description
1991 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Don't purchase a 1991 Corvette and squirrel it away in a warehouse
hoping it will make you wealthy. If you want to collect something
that really might make a fortune someday, try coins, Hummel's, or
hood ornaments, or a limited run of "the Artist Formerly Known as
Prince" plates. This car was made to be driven. It would be a shame
to own it and have it any other way.
Imagine, someday opening the door to a classic from 1991 which
happens to be a Chevrolet Corvette. Draped in Dark Red Metallic,
this fiberglass piece of road sculpture sucks you inside. As you
take it all in it starts up and you are mesmerized by the roar of
the V8 which is an L98 245hp engine. A nice comfy black leather
interior nearly puts you to sleep, when suddenly you are awakened
by a snap of your neck, and your right foot is to the floor, and
you are speeding forward, convertible wind in your hair style. That
someday could be as soon as today, if you contact one of our car
specialists, or walk into our overwhelming mall, and hop in. You
dreamer you!
Exterior
Dark Red Metallic covers all the fiberglass, which remains in fair
condition with some scratches on the lowers and a small crack
turning up here and there. Some dulling on the clear coating is
noted but nothing a good detail session couldn't help. A clamshell
hood, hidden headlights that still actually work, and black canvas
convertible top are just the basics. Further investigation reveals
body matching integrated bumpers front and rear, and aerodynamic
straight fiberglass panels with well minded gaps throughout. Simple
badging, and round-ish inset taillights with dual horizontal chrome
tipped exhaust are seen on the rear of the car. 17-inch 5 spoke
style wheels wrapped in nicely preserved radials adorn each
corner.
Interior
The dream continues with black leather covered high back buckets
that have enough horizontal tuck and roll tufting to be the new
Michelin man. We note age related wear and cracking on these seats
with the driver's seat having more wear than the passengers. While
being grabbed by this leather, use the side and console controls to
electronically put you exactly where you want to grab the wheel,
shifter, and press the accelerator to start your drive to
hyperdrive speed. A smooth black center console with a red padded
topper races forward to the dash, and houses some storage, seat
controls, and the shift lever. Moving up into the center of the
dash is an AM/FM/Cassette/CD orange readout radio, temp and airflow
controls, all push button. This panel makes a sharp left in an
upward curve passing the large info screen with various warning
lights etc. within and melts into the analog cascade of orange
numbered and lettered gauges, which huddle around a central
vertical rectangular orange LED readout for speed, and mileage.
Nice clean black carpet covers the floors and storage area and
shows little fading overall.
Drivetrain
An L98 5.7L V8 245hp small block mill featuring fuel injection, is
nestled in the engine bay with a 4-speed automatic 700R4
transmission strapped on the back. The engine bay is nice and very
clean and highly detailed looking showroom, with no corrosion on
any aluminum parts, or fading of plastic. A 2.59 geared rear axle
puts all that Vette power to the pavement.
Undercarriage
Looking underneath, we can see no rust, slight patina, and slightly
faded with factory overspray still on the floor pans. A solid
construction with an X frame reinforcement for some extra stiffness
to carve those curves is noted. Independent coil springs for the
front, and a 5 link, transverse leaf spring rear suspension is seen
as are 4-wheel power disc brakes all around. Plenty of lightweight
materials have been utilized for this suspension and underside
mechanicals, all for handling that V8 power from upfront.
Drive-Ability
A quick starter, and hopping inside those overstuffed leather seats
just grab you. After achieving perfect driving position, it was off
to the test track where she performed just beautifully, with
rocket-like acceleration, handling on rails, and quick stopping.
Steering was tight and it provided a smooth ride at cruising speed.
All functions were operational at the time of my drive. We did note
a recent oil change service has been completed.
Dreams become reality right here at the Classic Auto Mall halls,
and rooms may contain the automotive pleasure you seek. Everything
is here, including this 1991 canvas black drop topper bathed in
Dark Red Metallic with some minor wear awaiting to be scooped up
for a fraction of the price of the new version. This red means GO!
and we promise what happens in CAM stays in CAM, except the
consignments you take away!
VIN DECODE
1G1YY338XM5101353
1-USA
G-General Motors
1-Chevrolet
YY-Corvette
3-Convertible
3-Manual Belts, Driver's Airbag
8-350ci L98 240hp
X-Check Digit
M-1991
5-Bowling Green, KY Assy Plant
101353-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 650 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 located 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.