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1996 was the final year for the C4 Corvette, and Chevrolet ended the run with a bang by offering the optional LT4 engine (which was standard on the Grand Sport version). This setup provided a 10% boost in power over the base LT1 and was only available with a 6-speed manual transmission. This red/red convertible is just such a car and offers great bang-for-the-buck for any enthusiast.
With only 29k miles and a clean history, this is one of the nicest LT4 convertibles you will find. It also demonstrates how nicely the C4 lines have aged with a clean, crisp design that is free of excess or gimmicks. This example shows the results of proper care and looks nothing like a 30-year-old vehicle. The brilliant Torch Red paint really stands out, and it is rare that a white convertible top looks this good. The QB6 sawblade style wheels are a C4 highlight and wear Nitto tires from 2025.
The heart of this Corvette is the optional LT4 engine which is quickly identified by the red plenum and Grand Sport script. It is factory rated at 330 hp and has an extended redline of 6,300 rpm. Everything is stock with the exception of the Magnaflow mufflers and tail pipes. The powerplant is backed by the excellent ZF 6-speed manual transmission (a requirement for the LT4 option) which is followed by a 3.45 rear end. The FE1 suspension was softened slightly for 1996 to provide a ride you can live with every day. This Corvette also has the standard J55 high performance brake package for improved performance over earlier C4’s.
The red leather interior is the pinnacle of C4 design. This example provides dual power sport seats with air adjustments for upper/middle/lower back and side bolsters. The 1996 dash is cleaned up significantly over previous C4 models, replacing many of the clumsy electronic indicators with traditional style gauges. A great option is the Delco-Bose audio system which is one of the best sounding units put in a Corvette. Other features include automatic climate control, heated mirrors, and a power antenna.
There are many cheap C4 Corvettes on the market, and rightly so. The early versions had dubious electronics and inherited the C3 205hp Cross Fire injection engine and T10 4-speed. However, things changed significantly by the final year of production, as evidenced by this example. Don’t settle for an older, poorly kept offering when you can have this immaculate LT4 convertible!
