For Sale: 1982 Chevrolet Corvette in Hilton, New York

1982 Chevrolet Corvette 'Collector's Edition Hatchback Coupe The Last of the C3s and The First Fuel Injected Corvette Our example is a two owner Gorgeous Corvette that has been well kept and maintained through the last ownership having it for 39 years. We have many documents since new as well as detailed maintenance booklet meticulously kept by its owner. The Model Specific Striping is still in beautiful shape and overall this Corvette is a Proud example of the GM's Iconic nameplate and America's Sportscar.The last year of the body style that was introduced in 1968 as well as the frame that was introduced in 1963. No manual transmission cars were built this year, the first time since 1955. The new "Cross-Fire" fuel injection was introduced with computers controlling two fuel injectors making up to 80 adjustments per second to enhance drivability and fuel economy. This was the first fuel injected Corvette in 20 years, it also raised horsepower by 10. A solenoid operates a small flap in the hood allowing fresh air into the engine during full-throttle acceleration. A new automatic transmission has locking in all but first gear. The exhaust system was re-engineered to use smaller catalytic converters. 1982 was the first year a Corvette base price exceeded $20,000. This was the collector edition and 6,759 were produced. The collector edition was unique in the fact that it was a hatchback with the rear glass opening to allow access to the storage area. The collector edition also had unique bronze solar screened t-tops. Also the crossed-flags emblem read "Collectors Edition" around the edge. The seats and steering wheel continued the two-tone color scheme as well. The Bowling Green plant closed in October of 1982 to begin re-tooling for the new 1984 C4 Corvette. Give us a call and inquire about this beautiful Corvette! We sell and ship worldwide Front Air Conditioning, Center Console, Power Steering, Steering Wheel - Tilt And Telescopic, Power Brakes, Antenna Type - Power, Trip Odometer, Gauge - Tachometer, Wheel Diameter - 15 Inch, Wheels - Alloy, Power Windows, Window Defogger - Rear, Removable Roof - T-Tops, Anti-Theft System - Alarm, Front Seat Type - Bucket