Vehicle Description
1996 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport For Sale - Exceptional Example
With Only 652 Miles LMC is very proud to offer for sale this 1996
Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport The Grand Sport was a
limited-edition model with a total production output of just 1,000
units divided between 810 coupes and only 190 convertibles. The
Grand Sport paid homage to the legendary competition Corvette of
the same name that was raced in the 1963 season with drivers Jim
Hall, Roger Penske, Augie Pabst and Dick Thompson. The 1996 Grand
Sport-RPO Z16-was visually identifiable by its exclusive paint
livery in Admiral Blue with a white stripe and bright red hashes
across the left front fender. The Grand Sport package was more than
just a paint scheme, it has the performance to match to live up to
its heritage. GM devised another mighty-mouse powerhouse in the
LT4. Similar to the LT1 dimensionally, the LT4 used upgrades to
achieve a 30hp gain over the LT1 and top the dyno scales at 330 hp
at 5,800 rpm and 340 lb-ft of torque at 4,500 rpm. Changes to the
heads, intake, and camshaft were responsible for the increase.
Slightly larger valves, more lift on a roller-chain-actuated
camshaft, and roller rocker arms helped this engine spin up another
600 rpm over the LT1. While the LT4 was available in any Corvette,
it was highlighted in the '96 Grand Sport package; and any LT4,
whether in a Grand Sport or not, had the Grand Sport throttle-body
tag. Available only with the mandatory 6-speed manual, the Grand
Sport also featured the black 5-spoke ZR1-style wheels with
ultra-wide P315/35ZRx17 rear tires and add-on rear fender flares.
Only one of only 190 convertible examples ever built, the example
offered here for sale has been collector owned since new, traveling
a mere 652 miles since it rolled off the Bowling Green assembly
line. Presented in the Grand Sport exclusive color combination of
Admiral Blue with white stripes and a matching white soft top, it
is factory optioned with a Delco Bose stereo, six-way power
driver's seat, cruise control, and halogen headlights. Included
with the sale are the owner's manuals, warranty booklet, two keys
with fobs and more. These C4 Grand Sport Corvettes are the best of
their generation and will continue to be appreciated for years to
come! Additional Details: 1996 CHEVROLET CORVETTE GRAND SPORT -