Vehicle Description
100% stock and unmodified. Clean CarFax. Beautiful Machine Silver
with black leather interior. Loaded with options. Polished forged
wheels. C5s represent what might just be the biggest bargain in the
entire collector car world!It's hard to over-state just how
revolutionary the C5 really was?from performance to comfort to
efficiency, it transformed what America's favorite sports car could
be. Today the C5 represents the biggest bargain in performance
anywhere and this final-year 2004 Chevrolet Corvette convertible is
a great example. Like most Corvettes, it has always been treated
like something special and was reserved for sunny day driving and
stored in a warm garage when the weather turned inclement. As a
result, the factory Machine Silver paint practically leaps off the
bodywork?there's a lustrous shine and a sleek quicksilver look that
suits the swoopy C5 bodywork just fine. Fit and finish were vastly
improved on the C5, so the doors swing shut with a sold THUNK, the
lightweight hood latches closed with your fingertips, and the trunk
lid?the first in decades?doesn't require a heavy slam to secure it.
Both headlights jump to attention, there are no major dings or
scratches, and you can tell right away that this is a car that was
washed and waxed on a regular basis. Drop-top Corvettes tend to
make people fall in love.The black leather interior was where the
C5 really showed its upgrades. Getting in is no longer an exercise
in flexibility; with low sills and plenty of legroom, even tall
drivers have no problem getting comfortable behind the wheel. The
leather sport bucket seats are comfortable for all-day cruising and
show only light wear but no damage or other issues. The carpets
have been protected by factory floor mats and remain in excellent
condition, while the door panels remain firmly affixed and don't
even show a small divot where the driver might have rested his
elbow. Options include the Bose audio system with CD player, sport
seats, heads-up display, and dual-zone climate control in addition
to the long list of standard features. The gauges come to attention
the moment you turn the key, and no, this car does not have the
ignition lock issue that plagues some C5s. Everything works
properly, which you should expect from the C5, which has turned out
to be incredibly reliable. The 'waterfall' between the seats makes
for a dramatic look and offers access to the rather spacious trunk,
which has plenty of room even with the top down. And speaking of
the top, it's an easy-to-stow black canvas unit that seals up well
and remains in excellent condition overall.Today the LS1 is almost
a household word, but in the C5, it was brand new. The all-aluminum
5.7-liter OHV V8 punched out 350 horsepower and 360 lb-ft. of
torque, enough to make the C5 considerably quicker than the C4 it
replaced and right on the heels of the mighty ZR-1. The last 25
years have taught us that the LS motor is also bulletproof
reliable, making the C5 a great choice if driving instead of
tinkering is your thing. It spins to life quickly, idles properly,
and pulls the relatively lightweight convertible with genuine
vigor. This is still a seriously fast car. Of course, you get
traction control and ABS brakes to help keep things in line, and as
with all Corvettes, the brakes are extremely powerful. The 4-speed
automatic transmission was standard equipment, and it's a great
partner regardless if you're cruising or running hard on a twisty
road?it always seems to be in the right gear. And with 2.73 gears
in back, it's a fantastic high-speed cruiser that effortlessly
consumes pavement while turning in surprisingly good fuel economy.
You'll note that the undercarriage is clean and has never seen
winter weather, with most of the factory markings still visible.
Polished forged aluminum wheels look awesome against the slick
silver paint and carry 245/45/17 front and 275/40/18 rear
Continental radials.Documentation includes the original books and
manuals and a brand new spare forged alloy wheel still in the
original box.We're big fans of the C5. It does everything well and
asks for almost nothing in return other than gas and oil. They're
still stylish with a classic Corvette look, and nobody will
complain about the accommodations. If you're looking for a
reasonably-priced convertible that will make you smile every time
you get behind the wheel, a C5 Corvette is an outstanding choice.
Call today!Harwood Motors always recommends and welcomes personal
or professional inspections of any vehicle in our inventory prior
to purchase.
