1990 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
"Corvette has been blowing the competition into the weeds since Sebring '56. Racing technology has clearly influenced the design of the current generation Corvette with its aircraft inspired uniframe, 5-link independent rear suspension, 17" unidirectional tires and Bosch anti-lock braking system. As long as there are checkered flags, Corvettes will chase them. It's the nature of the breed." - from the 1990 Corvette sales brochure.
For consignment, a 1990 Chevrolet Corvette couple with a title verified 61,669 actual miles in a color made notorious by one Prince Rogers Nelson. And just when you think you're looking at a run of the mill red C4, take note of the side pipes, an ode to Corvette generations of the past, that are covered in a body keyed tunnel and add a unique, custom touch to this American sports car.
Exterior
Bright Red is GM's rendition of well, bright red, which covers this car like a Christmas blanket, including the hardtop. The early C4's were angular affairs, with a flat rear fascia and inset marker lights on a decidedly straight edged nose piece. The profile is enhanced by the molded side pipe covers, adding some curvature to the car, and protrusions are found in the form of sport side mirrors and a third brake light atop the arching B-pillared roofline. Black accents include the body side molding which encircles the car, the rear Corvette emblem, window trim, and of course the 40 series tires on 17-inch wheels. Side markers on the front and rear are flush and the ever epic dual fender gills are not just for looks, they are air extractors to dispose of extra engine heat. Overall, the paint is in great condition. We do note some rock chips on the exhaust end of the sidepipes.
Interior
Door panels are constructed of a variety of gray materials including textured plastic, vinyl, and carpet panels, and instrument base delineated with orange overlay lettering. Gray racing style buckets draped in leather, have plenty of side supports to hold you in while you're pulling some G's in a curve and we note some wear on the driver's side at the ingress point as well as some patina creasing throughout, while the passenger seat presents in good condition. High headrests and in the bolster electric seat adjustments sit within the driver's compartment and are divided by a large black console housing the leather wrapped shifter. A clean black instrument cluster is backlit in orange and displays digital characters, the best we had in the late 80's and early 90's! Analog gauges arch their way up to the center display and continue the theme of orange with their needles and imprints. In the center stack, a myriad of buttons and controls for heating, A/C, fan and a Kenwood AM/FM/CD unit. Gray carpet covers the floors, footwells, sidewalls, and cargo area and is in good condition.
Drivetrain
An L98 350ci V8 is under the reverse opening hood and rated at 250 horsepower. It uses Chevrolet's touted at the time tuned port injection and is tied to a ZF 6-speed manual transmission. Yes, a fun stick is on board to row through gears and send the spin back to 3.33 rear gears in a limited slip differential. Naturally, this red rocket gets power disc brakes all around.
Undercarriage
Relatively clean underneath on an undercarriage we would call driver quality, which for a low mileage C4 simply means there's road dirt and general patina under here. A drop of oil on the pan and just a bit of residual oil on the rear diff is the only non dry spots over the terrain. A Side Effects exhaust system is in place that routes the dual exhaust to the side. Front and rear suspension are both independent and comprise the Corvette's complex arrangement of fiberglass leaf springs, aluminum control arms, trailing links, and stabilizer bar.
Drive-Ability
A comfortable and sporty cabin, simple and uncomplicated by today's standards, awaits us as we crank the 350 to life and enjoy a cacophony of exhaust notes to our sides from the sound chambers provided by Side Effects. C4's have brutish power and grip and this one is no exception. Tracking is on point and of course, handling is off the charts. And during our short jaunt around the test loop, all operational items on the car work as they should, even the pop-up headlights! 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.
It's fast. It's red. It's low. Wide. Menacing. Legendary. And bonus, this one won't break the bank. And we know many agree, C4's still look darn good! And will instantly turn Main Street into Woodward Avenue on any night of the week. Pop the targa and enjoy some rays, and the stares of onlookers. Before you bathe in the accolades of your decision, you have to call the mall first!
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G-General Motors
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YY-Corvette
2-2 Door Coupe
3-Manual Belts, Drivers Airbag
8-350 CUI V8 L98
X-Check Digit
L-1990
5-Bowling Green KY Assy Plant
116153-Sequential Unit Number
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