1980 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray L-82 1 Family Owned 83,734
Orig. Miles "RARE"
The Hot new restyled Corvettes were in the spotlight for Chevrolet
in 1980, with the L-82 as their leader. Of the 40,514 Corvettes
built for 1980 only 5,069 were L-82's. The 1980 Corvette received
new crossed flag emblems, side scoops and front and rear bumper's
with integral spoilers. Radiator flow increased about 50% over
previous C3 Corvette's. The integrated spoilers improved the drag
coefficient from .503 to .443 compared to the 1979 model equipped
with the optional non-integrated spoilers. After several years of
weight increases, the Corvette was much lighter in 1980 as
engineers trimmed weight by using lower density roof panels,
reducing the thickness of the hood and outer doors and using
aluminum for the differential housing and cross member making it
the lightest Corvette in 10 years. For improved surface quality,
urethane was applied during molding to panels forward of the
firewall and roof panels.
This "RARE" 1980 Corvette Stingray L-82 is a once in a lifetime
deal. It spent most of its life in Las Vegas Nevada. I'm selling it
for a friend. His Mother was the original owner. According to
family members, their mother, after seeing a Silver 1980 Corvette
Stingray L-82 on display at one of the major casinos, fall in love
with it and had to have one. In August 1980 her husband walked into
a Las Vegas Chevrolet dealer and placed an order for one. He
ordered it just like the casino car. They did a dealer trade and
they were able to get him one in a week. He took delivery and gave
it to his wife as a wedding anniversary present. The car came with
glass T-Tops and because of the harsh desert sun they had the
dealer change it to the standard T-Tops. This car was truly loved
and Well Maintained. It spent most of its life under a carport and
was rarely driven. It was serviced regularly. Any needed repairs
were done immediately. Most of the work was done at the same Las
Vegas, Nevada Chevrolet dealer it was purchased from. Now due to
medical and financial reasons, it must be sold. There loss is your
gain.
This is an Original, Low Mileage, Numbers Matching 1980 Chevrolet
Corvette Stingray L-82 Not a clone!!!
Optional Equipment on this 1980 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
include: The Powerful High Performance L-82 350ci V8, Automatic
Transmission, Gymkhana Performance Suspension, Heavy Duty Shocks,
Heavy Duty Radiator, Heavy Duty Battery, Heavy Duty Power Brakes,
Power Steering, Corvette Silver Metallic Paint, Rear Window
Defogger, Cruise Control, Tinted Glass, Original AM/FM Stereo Radio
with 8-Track, Dual Rear Speakers, Power Antenna, Right & Left
Remote Outside Sport Mirrors and Aluminum Rally Rims.
VIN: 1Z876AS436574 (decodes: 1= Chevrolet, Z= Corvette, 87= 2 dr
Sport Coupe, 6= Motor- High Performance L-82 350, A= 1980, S= St.
Louis Assembly Plant, 436574= July 18, 1980 build and body sequence
number
The car was parked most of its life under a carport in the Las
Vegas sun. It took a toll on the paint, interior, weather-stripping
and rubber. It was sent out for a complete new paint job. Every
nick and flaw was taken out. The body was professionally prepped
and the original Corvette Silver paint was applied. It was hand
sanded, several coats were sprayed on, color sanded and buffed. The
Motor and Undercarriage was Cleaned and Detailed. Most of the
Interior, Carpet, Headliner, Door Panels, Armrest, Sun Visors, Seat
Upholstery, Dash, Weather-Stripping and Rubber (Doors, Door Frame,
Hood, Window Felts ect...) have all been replaced. Most of the
emblems have been replaced with N.O.S.
Several changes, upgrades and repairs were done during the
restoration. The Air Conditioning System was converted from R-12 to
R-134A. The Hoses, Compressor, Condenser, Accumulator Dryer, ect..
were replaced New! The Brakes, Calipers, Rotors, Pads, Master
Cylinder, Brake Lines, Wheel Seals, Bearings (inner & outter) and
Rear Pinion Seal were all Replaced New! New Exhaust System,
Alternator, Shocks, Power Door Locks and Window Motors. Rebuilt
Carburetor, Complete Tune Up, Replaced all Fluids (motor, trans,
rear end, cooling system) New Tires, Hoses, Belts and Valve Cover
Gaskets. The Console, Dash and Gauge Bezels were upgraded to Carbon
Fiber. The Complete Interior was upgraded from Dark Claret (blood
red) to Black. The Radio and power Antenna were sent out, cleaned
and rebuilt to work like new. The 4 Speakers (dash & rear) were
replaced with new.
(Vehicle Condition)
This 1980 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray L-82 looks and drives
"EXCELLENT"!!! I drove this car from Las Vegas to Arizona approx.
150mi. It was a real pleasure to drive!! I got a lot of looks, nods
and waves! The Motor, Trans and Rear end all run and perform well.
No problems at all!! The suspension and steering is good and tight,
it rides and handles "Very Nice"!! All the electrical works,
including the Original Stereo!!! This car is like new!!! Inside and
out!!!
This "Rare" 1980 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray L-82 would be a "Great
Investment", Show Car, Weekend Cruiser or Driver!!! You won't find
one better for the price!! It gets all the looks and attention!!
It's priced to sell!!!
We would be open to trades!!!!
