2009 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
"The LS3 features an aluminum cylinder block with cast iron cylinder liners. The cylinder bores measure 4.06 inches, (103.25 mm), in diameter and combined with a 3.62-inch, (92 mm), stroke to deliver a 376ci, (6.2L), displacement. Breathing is accomplished via high flow cylinder heads. They're based on the large port/large valve design found on the LS7 engine, with larger capacity, straighter intake ports. The design optimizes intake flow to the combustion chamber and the exhaust ports are also designed for better flow." Thx to Vette-vues.com
For consignment, a 2009 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe with a title verified 49,632 actual miles, an LS3, and the 3LT package, and the Performance Package. This is believed to be a two owner car that has been garaged by our consignor since 2016.
Exterior
The sixth generation Corvette brings with it exposed headlights for the first time since 1962 and gives the car more of a face with a gaping center intake duct for a mouth. Our headlights here are showing a touch of haze. The tradition of a rise in the nose blending into the rise on the hood stands here as well, subtle but adding a bit of aggression to the long hood. In profile, with top up or down, the Cyber Gray Metallic car presents an air cutting wedge with a raised rear that also includes subtle body lines for wind shed and visual interest. The 18 and 19-inch chrome wheels with big red calipers are dramatic bookends to the profile and the fender vents define the body lines on the side, a nod to the cove design of previous generations. In back, the quad tail lights top center exit quad tailpipes and reverse lights embedded on the splitter like rear valance. The black canvas top and glass window are in very good condition. Imperfections include chin scrapes and other scratches under the rocker panel, and various scratches in the paint.
Interior
Carved utilizing smooth lines shaping foam and black leather which form 2 high back buckets for driver and passenger. These are in very nice condition with no rips or tears though the driver's side shows some creases and slight compression. The 3LT package includes leather treatment on the dash and on the door inserts and these leather seats. Fronting these seats is a dash which grows from side to side out of a center console that houses a glovebox, and shift lever fabricated out of leather knobbed and booted. The console moves gracefully upward giving the climate control center with digital LED readout and factory AM/FM/CD player space to hang out. Under the curved instrument cluster, we see a backlit cascade of gauges perfectly fitted under an emulating shape to this cluster arch steering wheel. Plenty of power conveniences are noted throughout. Charcoal carpet floods the floors and is very clean, as are the door panels. The trunk is also lined with charcoal carpet.
Drivetrain
Under the reverse opening hood is a cleanly presented 6.2 liter LS3 V8 rated at an astounding 430 horsepower and backed by a rear mounted 6L80E 6-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifter gear switching available. It all heads to the limited slip axle with 2.59 gears and slowed by power disc brakes on all four wheels that have drilled rotors as part of the performance package.
Undercarriage
Components are routed down a center tunnel leaving the sides covered with flat panels that help with aerodynamics. All is clean and dry underneath, and the dual exhaust meets at an X-pipe, then original equipment mufflers just before leaving the underside via quad tips. Heavy duty suspension specs, close to the Z06, consists of transverse composite monoleaf springs, tube shock absorbers, and anti roll bars.
Drive-Ability
America's sports car with an LS3 is an E-ticket ride that offers the promise of an exhilarating driving experience. And this car delivers as we rumble onto the test loop and tap the gas pedal, engaging at least some of the 430 horses underfoot and feeling locked and loaded in a supportive cabin. The car has serious acceleration, remarkable grip, and the appropriate fantastic braking ability. All functions work as they should. 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.
Here is a clean Corvette with all the right bells and whistles for performance and appearance, including a retractable canvas that opens this car up to topless driving expeditions. Whether that's to the next Cars and Coffee, from a simple pleasure ride a few miles from home, this car delivers in spades. It's fast, fun, and looks darn good going down the road. Are you ready to put a roof over this roadster?
1G1YY36W595114402
1-USA
G-General Motors
1-Chevrolet
YY-Corvette
3-Convertible
6-Manual Belts, Front Airbags
W-6.2L LS3 V8 430hp
5-Check Digit
9-2009
5-Bowling Green, KY Assy Plant
114402-Sequential Unit Number
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