Vehicle Description
1980 Chevrolet Corvette - Same Owner Since 1987 - Two Owners Total
- L82 350 V8 - Automatic Transmission - 53k Original Miles - Power
Windows and AC - All Original Example As the automotive industry
entered the 1980's, government regulations on safety, fuel economy
and exhaust emissions had all but destroyed the once vibrant
American performance car market produced by the Big Three. The
remains of the muscle car era that had thrived just ten years
earlier, now was very thin, and automakers tried to convince the
American market they no longer wanted a performance car that
stimulated a fire in their souls to have a car they could really
drive. One of the few cars still flying the performance flag and
drawing buyers to the dealer showroom was the 1980 Chevrolet
Corvette. You've got to give Corvette engineers credit for their
staying power during the Malaise Era. Year after year they come
back from budget meetings with the same old car and a whole new
bunch of government regulations to meet and were challenged to keep
it interesting for the Corvette loyalists. For 1980, the Y-Body
engineers produced a Corvette with fully integrated spoilers that
cut a cleaner hole in the wind; and a significant number of pounds
have been shaved from the chassis and body. Goodyear had introduced
a tire that complimented the upgrades to the suspension that vastly
improved the road manners making the steering response more
accurate and predictable then seen in previous Corvette models.
Corvette engineers succeeded against the odds in producing a car
that was still lively to drive and would maintain the Corvette
Heritage until the 1983 when the next generation Corvette was
slated to be introduced. Corvette owners are often some of the best
previous owners to buy a car from. They meticulously maintain and
preserve these cars, behaving less like owners and more as curators
protecting these cars for the next owner. Certainly, this is the
case with this car. It has only had two owners since it left the
Chevrolet Dealership 40 some years ago with the most previous owner
possessing the car since 1987. Remaining highly original, this
Vette only shows 53,000 miles on the odometer. The vibrant red
paint presents well with a rich luster and shine. The optional
aluminum wheels have been well maintained, polished and are wrapped
in Goodyear Eagle GT raised white letter radial tires. Inside this
Corvette's tan cockpit, the interior is all original showing very
little wear. Options include power windows, power locks, air
conditioning, rear window defroster and Delco AM/FM/Cassette
Stereo. Under the hood is the optional L82 350cid/230hp V8. The
engine compartment is clean, well cared for and looks to be
complete and original. The factory dual snorkel air cleaner and
aluminum finned valve covers are other highlights. The power is
transferred through a 3-speed automatic back to the independent
rear suspension with limited slip differential. Other features
include power steering and power four-wheel brakes. The underbody
is unrestored but presents as well maintained with the brakes
having been recently serviced including a new master cylinder, and
front caliper. The later Corvettes of the C3 generation are fun
cars to own and drive. Not only that, they also represent some
potential investment value as well. The Hagerty Valuation Guide
indicates these cars have continued to climb in value the last few
years. As you drive this car you will find people really respond to
these cars with thumbs up and big smiles. Pop the T-tops off, plug
in your favorite mix tape of 80's rock in the player, head for some
curvy two-lane roads, and you will be smiling too! So, while this
car may present some investment quality, we can assure you it is
truly an investment in fun! Please call if interested or e-mail
specific questions. Thank you for looking.
