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Highlights
- 1998 Chevrolet Corvette C5 LHD
- Two owners from new
- ASI (Italian Historic Car Register) registered since 2019
- MOT valid thorough 2024
- Six-speed manual gearbox
- Targa top
- The ultimate American sports car, in superb shape and ready to go
The Appeal
Born to fight on equal terms with the most revered European sports cars, the groundbreaking, all-new Corvette C5 exhibited a level of sophistication unknown to previous models, with perfect weight distribution thanks to the transaxle gearbox and the new, powerful and reactive all aluminium LS1 engine. Its racing versions have achieved victories at Le Mans, Sebring, and in the FIA GT championship.
Its unmistakable sober and aggressive lines, with short overhangs and the iconic retractable headlights are extremely pleasant and still up-to-date with their classic and timeless proportions.
This particular C5 was purchased new in Italy by a true enthusiast and kept with equal care by the seller, its second owner, as evidenced by its spotless black bodywork, showing some subtle customizations inspired by the Z06 supercar, by the striking matching rims and by the immaculate interior.
The engine bay, crowned by the gleaming red headers of the powerful LS1 engine, is remarkably tidy and clean, with perfectly readable original factory labels and tags and unfaded, tidy plastics.
The robust, reliable and free revving 344hp LS1 engine, in perfect operating conditions like all the mechanics, is complemented with a very desirable high-end exhaust system.
This C5 is equipped with the rare and highly desirable Borg-Warner T-56 six-speed manual gearbox, for an even more engaging and sporty drive.
Both a comfortable open air tourer with removable targa top and a purposeful and capable sports car with head-turning aesthetics and a thrilling sound, this Corvette represents an intelligent purchase bound to guarantee long-time satisfaction. The recognised reliability of its mechanical base will make the owner's experience even simpler and more pleasant.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered on 12/01/1999
- Registered in Italy
- Two owners from new
- MOT valid until 2024
- Two sets of keys
- All relevant paperwork available
- Scrupulously maintained throughout its life
Carefully kept and garage stored under a car cover since new, this Corvette comes with a fair amount of documentation which certifies the regularity of the services and the dedication with which it has always been maintained.
The car comes with its Italian registration document “Libretto di circolazione” and with up-to-date MOT certificates.
A full service was performed before its last MOT inspection in October 2022.
The high-end, professionally installed exhaust system with four terminals is a very valuable addition which bestows an engaging sound and improves performances.
The Interior
- Black leather electric sport seats in excellent condition
- Removable targa top
- Door panels and boot lining in very good condition, with no notable wear, rips or tears
- Dashboard in very good condition, with no sun damage or cracking
- Spotless, undamaged buttons on center console, dashboard and doors
- Clear displays in perfect working order
- All seals and plastics in very good condition
- Easily removable carbon fiber effect wrap on the center console, door handles and door sills
The Exterior
- Unblemished original black paint
- Pop-up headlights
- Front and rear bumpers and all exterior trim in very good condition
- Original alloy wheels in very good condition
- Spotless targa top
- Z06 rear brake cooling vents and badges
- Red brake calipers
- Quad exhausts
The Mechanics
- Reliable LS1 small block V8
- Rare six speed gearbox
- High-quality quad exhausts
- Scrupulously maintained throughout its life
- Subject to comprehensive mantenteinance under current ownership
- In very good overall mechanical order, with a cleanly presented engine and engine bay
- Lights, electrical system and all ancillaries in perfect working order
- Fresh tires
Summary
C5 Corvettes are increasingly appreciated and sought after for their pure and attractive design, for their reliability and for the great driving pleasure they offer.
This beautiful Corvette was bought new by a true enthusiast who kept it scrupulously, and has since passed on to the seller, an equally passionate and loving second owner.
Equipped with the rare Borg Warner manual gearbox, it is a tidy and clean example in perfect working order, a truly special opportunity to get behind the wheel of the quintessential American sports cars.
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