Vehicle Description
The 1981 Corvette carries the distinction of being the only
Corvette model year to every be produced simultaneously at two
different plants during the same model year. Chevrolet moved
Corvette production from the old St. Louis facility to a new state
of the art facility in Bowling Green Kentucky however production
continued for a few short months at both plants. And while it would
be understandable for Chevrolet to not make any changes to the
Corvette for 1981 given the big moves taking place, Chevrolet
engineering was busy making lots of small changes to further tweak
the car and the results of those changes make the 81'-82' Corvettes
the best driving and refined of the third generation. This
particular example left the old St. Louis facility on November 14th
1980 and still retains all of the wonderful qualities that made the
late C3s such a pleasure to drive. Finished in Code 13 Silver
Metallic Paint with removable T-tops, N90 Aluminum wheels, and the
extra cost optional wide 225/60R15 white letter radial tires, this
Corvette is really something to see. The shark body has a very nice
flow, while the redesigned shovel nose and integrated rear spoiler
helped to improve aerodynamics, increase fuel mileage, and save a
whopping 84 pounds weight in the bumpers alone from the older
model. Inside is a very comfortable and accommodating place to be,
and that luxury feel abounds in this very well optioned model.
Above the standard vinyl seat equipped car, this Corvette features
the Code 152 Silver leather reclining seats, A42 power drivers
seat, AU3 power door locks, C49 rear window defogger, K35 cruise
control, UM6 AM/FM/Cassette stereo and the U75 power antenna. A
standard alarm system, full instrumentation, tilt and telescopic
steering column, thick carpeting, and ice cold A/C complete this
sporty yet cozy cabin. Under the hood you will find the only engine
available in 1981, the venerable Chevrolet 350 V-8 with engine code
L81 denoting 8.2:1 compression, 190 horsepower, and 280 lb. ft. of
torque. This engine was equipped with a weight saving aluminum
intake manifold that cut 24lbs from the previous cast iron unit,
black painted finned magnesium valve covers for weight savings and
a great look, and a single four barrel Rochester carburetor covered
with a polished chrome air cleaner assembly. Mated to a smooth
shifting three speed Turbo Hydra-matic transmission with a locking
torque converter and working in combination with a limited slip
differential featuring a 2.87:1 gear ratio, this Corvette still
moves out quite well and feels very lithe going down the road. Four
wheel power disc brakes and standard power steering make this an
easy to drive cruiser of a Corvette that eats up the miles quickly
and comfortably. This Corvette is in excellent condition and the
exceptionally low mileage is original and actual. If you're in the
market for a nice, low mileage classic Corvette that is easy to own
and drive, then this is your answer! Financing and transport
services are available. Contact Brian at 352-307-1968 today for
more information. EES & TAX INFORMATION - We are a licensed dealer
in the State of Florida and adhere to all state and federal laws
and regulations concerning the sale of a used vehicle. All
applicable taxes and fees will be charged accordingly as required
by the State of Florida. A fee of $495.00 will be charged to
process the vehicle.
