Vehicle Description
Dressed in a vibrant shade and benefiting from a number of
substantial engineering upgrades that come from being a member of
its iconic model's fifth generation, this 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
convertible is sure to turn heads wherever you take it. Its vital
appearance and strong running condition aren't flukes - this car
has only traveled a modest 40,000 miles during its years of
service, so it has plenty more future miles of open-air driving
enjoyment to offer.
Check out the outstanding color combo this 'Vette is sporting. Its
bright red exterior looks great in this setting - if you were to
ask someone to close their eyes and picture a vintage Corvette
convertible, this is arguably the tone most of them would conjure
up. The paint on this gracefully contoured classic is in strong
overall condition and a session at the hands of a skilled detailer
will up its visual game even further. The accompanying black canvas
convertible top is also in good shape and seals nicely to protect
you from the elements. In front, its fold-down headlights,
sometimes an Achilles heel on cars of this era, are in perfect
form, elevating on cue and laying flush in their lowered position.
The rigid hydroformed box frame this '01 features has served it
well, so you'll find no exterior alignment issues. There are even
gaps surrounding its body panels and consistent body lines from
front to back.
Inside, the black leather interior still looks sharp and shows all
the driver-centric elements this model has come to be known for.
The contoured buckets with integrated headrests show minor wear on
their bolsters but have come through the years with their shape
intact. They sit over black carpeting that appears to be
surprisingly fresh and is ornamented by a pair of aftermarket floor
mats. The gauges in the instrument cluster are clear and
functional; just above, the dash cap is free of any cracks. Comfort
and convenience features are plentiful in this open-air classic and
include air conditioning, cruise control, power memory seats, power
door locks, windows and mirrors, a steering column that both tilts
and telescopes to arrive at the perfect driving position, and a
defogger for the convertible top's glass rear window. The premium
AM/FM/CD stereo system stands by to play your favorite tunes, and a
Chevy Heads-Up Display is also on board to project vital motoring
stats within easy viewing range on the lower portion of the
windshield.
This classic Corvette delivers a really strong driving experience
in all respects. Its fuel-injected 5.7-liter LS1 V8 starts right up
and accelerates without hesitation, and it pairs with a 6-speed
manual transmission that's easily navigated via the short-throw
shifter on the center console. The added Borla exhaust delivers a
great note when you tap on the pedal. Fifth-generation Corvettes
like this '01 also feature an ideal 50/50 weight distribution,
combined with independent suspension in both front and back, making
for a very agile ride. 4-wheel disc brakes that include aftermarket
red caliper covers create a sharp look while stopping this Chevy's
staggered chrome wheels - 17" in front and 18" in back to make for
an aggressive, inclined stance - in short order when called
upon.
Opportunities to own a lightly traveled classic like this 2001
Chevrolet Corvette convertible don't come around often. Call
today!
