Vehicle Description
2003 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
The C5 Corvette was a game changer because it improved on the
progressively rounder C4 and created a sleeker car with more power,
better fuel economy, and more driver focused ergonomics. Magnetic
Selective Ride Control was standard on 1SC equipped anniversary
editions and most other 2003 models. The successful run of the C5
went from 1997 through the 2004 model year with more than 30,000
units produced each year.
For consignment, a 2003 Chevrolet Corvette coupled with a title
verified 65,262 actual miles, originally purchased in California by
our consignor, the car's second owner. It's a clean, sleek example
of America's sports car, an eye catching, tire frying, canyon
carving beast from Bowling Green, Kentucky.
Exterior
Only 1,600 coupes were painted black in 2003, just 12% of total
production. The wide and low front end with its hidden headlights
and narrow horizontal grille is sporty and aggressive and there is
no mistaking this look when one is coming up behind you on the
highway. The side gills set the stage for body contours that extend
past the door. The chrome 5 spoke wheels are excellent and so is
the paint, we were hard pressed to find any flaws save for a scuff
on the front fascia and many under the chin. The side mirrors and
flush door handles are body colored and the rear valance, topped by
those epic four tail lights, is wide and aggressive. The air
splitters and quad tailpipes at the bottom create a stunning visual
and auditory delight. The glass targa top is in place and the
consignor states that a fiberglass top also comes with the car.
This option of dual roofs was reserved for just 5,184 of the 12,812
coupes in 2003.
Interior
The molded plastic doors are black on black and controls are canted
to fit the wrist. The black leather sport bucket seats are in good
shape with straight stitched inserts and firm side bolstering. The
driver's side shows some compression and what we call patina
creases in the leather. The thick black steering wheel shows just a
touch of usage, and the standard gauge package is clear and easy to
read with no unnecessary extras. The car is equipped with a heads
up display which shows illuminated information seemingly floating
at the bottom of the raked windshield, allowing drivers to keep
their eyes forward. For those who prefer the analog read out, the
heads up can be toggled off. The standard AM/FM/CD radio is in the
center stack along with the heat and AC controls. Everything is
housed tidily in molded black plastic. The shifter is booted in
black leather and is in very condition just ahead of an active
handling button and an added double cupholder. The gray low pile
carpet is perfect and protected by fitted mats. And the back hatch
area is covered in near pristine gray carpet.
Drivetrain
Power comes from a 5.7 liter LS1 V8 rated at 345 horsepower. It is
fed copious amounts of air and fuel via electronic fuel injected,
and this potent mill is tied to a 4L60E 4-speed automatic
transmission. 3.15 gears with limited slip are found in the back
and power disc brakes are found all around. The engine bay, like
the rest of the car, is in clean condition with no alterations from
stock configuration. Power disc brakes occupy front and rear
wheels.
Undercarriage
All clean underneath with minimal surface rust and road dirt and
look ma, no leaks, or really errant fluids of any kind. Suspension
consists of independent unequal lengthdouble
wishboneswithtransverse fiberglass monoleaf springsand
optionalmagnetorheological dampers. To improve handling and weight
distribution, Chevy put an integrated transaxle in the back, and
this can naturally be seen from under the car.
Drive-Ability
No surprises on our short jaunt around the test loop. The car has
amazing acceleration, incredible handling, and the cabin is a very
nice place to be. Some people prefer the heart pounding impact of
red interiors, but some of us prefer the quiet surroundings of
black tones. All functions operate as intended. While Classic Auto
Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of
our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working
at the time of your purchase.
Kentucky may be known for horses, but Bowling Green is known for
horsepower and America's iconic sports car that has never been dull
and the C5's provide a somewhat simpler front engine version of
what would come years later. It also represents a lot of car for
the money and unmolested coupes like this are still a relative
bargain in the performance car world.
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1-USA
G-General Motors
1-Chevrolet
YY-Corvette
2-Coupe
2-Manual Belts, Front Airbags
G-5.7L LS1 V8 350hp
2-Check Digit
3-2003
5-Bowling Green, KY Assy Plant
125860-Sequential Unit Number
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acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
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There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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