1980 Chevrolet Corvette for sale $25,995

Most late-C3 Corvettes you see keep close to the 78 pace cars mute silver color schemeand#44; but this one has gone in a very different direction. This coupe is bold with a bright metallic red that strikes the perfect balance between the factorys cherry red and dark claret. And of courseand#44; the gloss and shine on this more modern hue are a great way to enjoy the sunshine. Even without the paintand#44; the 1980 C3s are really coming into their own thanks to a growing appreciation for features like the sporty front air damnand#44; distinct rear spoilerand#44; and clean chrome-free body. But like any good classic Americanand#44; this one doesnt completely skip out on the brightwork. Its just saved for the optional 15-inch factory aluminum wheels. Ohand#44; and we did not forget about this side pipes. Theyre another clear indication that this is something specialand#44; but well go into more detail in a moment.


Insideand#44; the tan interior is so nicely presented that it offers a striking color combo with the metallic red. The seats weigh less than earlier C3sand#44; and they fold flush with the rear trunk area for better cargo functionality. Like any good Corvette of this eraand#44; it comes loaded with power windowsand#44; power locksand#44; power steeringand#44; tilt wheeland#44; electric rear defoggerand#44; and the original AM/FM stereo. But this is a true drivers vehicle with a three-spoke sports steering wheel. Beyond that is the large speedometer and tachometer in frontand#44; and a full gauge package prominently to the side. You can show this fantastic interior to the world as you go cruising around with the T-tops off. Theres even ice-cold air conditioning running modern R-134a so you can stay open to the world all summer long.


One look under the hoodand#44; and you instantly know there was some serious money invested in performance. Not only is the 383 cubic-inch stroker motor larger than anything you could have had in 1980and#44; but also this fuel-injected V8 has plenty of go-fast goodies. It includes Dart Sportsman plug headsand#44; TRW pistonsand#44; Comp Cams roller camand#44; Holley EFI control moduleand#44; MSD ignitionand#44; GM Slant Edge alloy valve coversand#44; and plenty moreand#44; so you should call for all the details. This connects to Hooker long tube headers that add more power as they create a truly ferocious sound from the side pipes. Best of all you are in complete control of the thunder and the fury of this performance motor thanks to the TKO 600 five-speed manual transmission and Hurst line lock shifter. This connects to a 3.55 rear end that has been beefed up to handle all the extra power. But more than just brute forceand#44; this Vette understands the backroads. The fully independent sports suspension has new trailing armsand#44; shocksand#44; compensating springsand#44; and much more. Plusand#44; the four-wheel disc brake package has been upgraded to a Wilwood package.


Complete with build receipts and owners manualand#44; youre looking at a Corvette that has been upgraded to make a great first impression for everyone and keep the driver grinning from ear to ear. So when its this affordably pricedand#44; you know its time to hurry up. Call today!!!