Vehicle Description
40,668 original miles. Automatic transmission. Beautifully
preserved and owned by a Corvette enthusiast. No modifications.
Nicely documented, well maintained, everything works, drives
superbly. A 50th Anniversary C5 ready to go!This is arguably the
most attractive of all C5s. In Anniversary model terms, the coupe
is considerably rarer than the convertible (4085 built vs. 11,632),
and while they did have a long list of features, this particular
coupe is equipped with a long list of options, including Magnetic
Ride Control, heads-up display, and the 'Stinger' body side
moldings. With just over 40,000 original miles, it has obviously
led a very easy life and it remains completely stock, right down to
the Goodyear F1 run-flat tires, which were just replaced. The 50th
Anniversary cars' most distinctive feature, the lovely 'Anniversary
Red' paint, makes this car simply gorgeous in the sunlight. It's
elegant and sophisticated, but flashy enough to belong on a
Corvette, and you will probably get tired of people asking you,
'Hey, what color is that?' whenever you're stopped at a light or
getting gas. It talks directly to people on a level that makes them
want to reach out and touch it. Subtle 50th Anniversary badges
replace the usual nose and tail emblems, with another set on the
front fenders, just in case nobody noticed this was a special car.
The car is just lovely.Anniversary models also got a gorgeous
two-tone interior in a color called 'Shale.' It's not quite gray,
not quite beige, and it works exceptionally well with the ruby red
paint. If you've not driven a C5, you'll probably be surprised by
how comfortable it is, how easy it is to climb aboard, and how much
space you have for your gear. The optional sport seats were
standard in Anniversary cars, giving you the most comfortable
chairs available, all wrapped in that lovely sandstone-colored
leather. Of course, it goes without saying that everything inside
this car is in exemplary condition, with virtually zero wear on the
seating surfaces. Special embroidery on the headrests further
identifies this as an Anniversary model, as do icons on the gauges,
which do a wonderful sweep every time you turn the key. The C5 also
offers a remarkably spacious trunk, which, in this car, is fitted
with both a cargo net and a privacy shade, and there are convenient
storage hooks for the removable top. The C5's robust 5.7 liter
all-aluminum LS1 really needs no introduction. With 350 horsepower,
it was plenty quick, but it's also docile, tractable, and perfectly
happy to sit in rush hour traffic with the A/C blasting. And with a
booming aftermarket of go-fast parts, it's actually somewhat rare
to see one like this, which remains in 100% factory-fresh
condition, from the air filter to the exhaust tips. That means it
should run beautifully virtually forever, service is quick and
easy, and parts are available everywhere. But don't let that
user-friendly demeanor fool you, because this is a seriously quick
car, even by today's standards. Don't make the mistake of assuming
that since this car is comfortable, quiet, smooth, and pulls down
25 MPG that it's also a slug, because this is truly a car that does
everything well.The 4-speed automatic transmission is a great
driving partner, serving up snappy shifts when you're running hard
and effortless shifts when you're just cruising. And this car does
cruise well, just loafing along at 75 MPH and pulling down
remarkable fuel economy at the same time. The F55 Magnetic Ride
suspension system offers driver-adjustable settings that you really
can feel, and it reacts so quickly that you may not even notice
some of the bumps. It really is that good. Massive disc brakes at
all four corners are, of course, part of the package, and the
exhaust that ends in neat polished tips that were sorely lacking on
earlier C5 models. Finally, the Anniversary cars got a gorgeous
'Warm Nickel Metallic' finish on the forged aluminum wheels, a look
reminiscent of the ultra-rare magnesium wheels from early in C5
production and the perfect accent to the beautiful burgundy paint.
And as I mentioned, those are brand new original-spec 245/45/17
front and 285/35/18 rear Goodyear F1 run-flat tires.Unlike so many
previous Corvettes, the 50th Anniversary cars are more than just a
few badges. This is arguably the best of the C5, a gorgeous car
with cutting-edge tech that coddles as well as it excites. If
you've been looking for an affordably-priced Corvette with a great
pedigree and no stories, why not buy the one with the most options
in the best color? Call now!Harwood Motors always recommends and
welcomes personal or professional inspections of any vehicle in our
inventory prior to purchase.
