For Sale: 2003 Chevrolet Corvette in Morgantown, Pennsylvania

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 Corvette Coupe with a title verified 80,944 actual miles. This one received the 50thanniversary designation and is a well maintained car that wears a relatively rare color for the year.

Exterior
Only 967 coupes, (8% of coupe production), were painted Electron Blue Metallic in 2003 and this is one of them. The wide and low front end with its hidden headlights and narrow horizontal grille is sporty and aggressive. 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, and the chrome 5 spoke wheels are in excellent condition with 17-inchers up front and 18-inchers in back. Side mirrors and the flush door handles are body colored and the rear valance, topped by those epic four tail lights, is wide and aggressive and the Corvette stamping is highlighted in silver. The air foils and quad tailpipes at the bottom create a stunning visual and auditory delight, with some dress up chrome in between. The targa top blends in almost seamlessly and color matched to the car. Imperfections are limited to some chin scrapes and some flex cracks on the rear cover.

Interior
Since not all 967 blue Corvettes had Light Gray interiors in 2003, and only 1,511 total coupes did, the combination of Electron Blue and Light Gray is likely well below the 967. And may we say, a fantastic spec. The molded plastic doors are black on top and gray on the bottom and controls are canted to fit the wrist. Gray leather sport bucket seats are in super shape with straight stitched inserts and firm side bolstering and noted is some slight compression to the driver's bottom. Our black steering wheel is in very nice condition while the standard gauge package is clear and easy to read with no unnecessary extras. The standard AM/FM/CD radio is in the center stack along with the heat and AC controls, all housed in molded black plastic. A billet knob tops the shifter which is situated in a boot of black leather next to an active handling button and 50thanniversary crest on the center console. The gray low pile carpet is protected by black Corvette carpeted mats and continues to the rear cargo area. We note some slight sagging in the headliner of the targa top, but overall the interior is clean.

Drivetrain
Power comes from a 5.7 liter LS1 V8 rated at 345 horsepower presenting cleanly under the hood and augmented by a Vortex Ram Air induction unit which sends air to mix with fuel injection to spark combustion. This potent mill is tied to a 4L60E 4-speed automatic transmission that routes power to the rear axle with 3.15 gears and Positraction.

Undercarriage
Clean conditions prevail underneath with some typical surface rust, minor at best. Our car has a Corsa Cat Back exhaust system and of course, it is in dual configuration. The 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 be seen from under the car. Naturally, power disc brakes are front and rear with the slotted and drilled units visible through the wide spoked wheels.

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 calm, cool surroundings of gray tones. This '03 sounds great and tracks well and this is one we could definitely live with. All functions operate as intended and it's under the indoor lights for this blue beauty! 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.

Not to be forward, but may we suggest some vanity plates? BLUBYU, BLUVETT, 1OF967, MYBLUC5, BLUGRAY. Of course, you can toss these ideas in the trash, but do not throw away the idea of purchasing this pampered 2003 C5 Corvette. It's a stunner.

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1-USA
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2-Coupe
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3-2003
5-Bowling Green, KY Assy Plant
127373-Sequential Unit Number

Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8 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 www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person. There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee is not included in the advertised price.

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