In the world of car collections, firsts and lasts tend to have significant value for would-be owners. When it debuted in 1997, the fifth-generation of Chevy's Corvette was considered by many as the beginning of the modern era of the General's halo car. Lasting almost a decade, this 2004 Chevrolet Corvette represents the final model year of the venerable C5. With a mere 39,011 actual miles on its odometer, its original Light Tarnished Silver Metallic paint looks as though this car just came off of its first lease. With its swoopy lines and removable targa top, this Corvette is perfect for anyone who wasn't able to buy one of these gems the first time around.
Inside, we find an original black leather interior. A locking center console separates a pair of supportive power bucket seats. A power-assisted, four-spoke, padded steering wheel featuring the Crossed Flags emblem sits just ahead of the six-pod analog gauge cluster featuring a 7,000 RPM tachometer and 200 mph speedometer. A trick Heads-Up Display making keeping your eyes on the road much easier than in previous generations, while power mirrors, locks, and windows, cruise control, and air conditioning add all the modern amenities required for a comfortable drive.
Under the signature front-hinged hood, we find an overhead valve 5.7-liter LS1 V-8 engine. With its beautiful Corvette valve covers, aluminum blocks and heads, and composite intake manifold, this modern small block was capable of pumping out 350 horsepower at 5,600 RPM and 360 pound-feet of torque at 4,000 RPM when it rolled off the assembly line. Power is routed through a rear-mounted 4L60E four-speed automatic transmission before heading out to the 2.73-geared rear end that transfers that muscle to the tarmac via a set of 18-inch five-spoke wheels shod in 275/40ZR-18 Michelin rubber. At the same time, steering duties are delegated to a staggered set of 17-inch wheels are wrapped in narrower 245/45ZR-17 Michelins.
HIGHLIGHTS: Final Year C5
One Owner
39,011 Actual Miles
Targa Top
Original Light Tarnished Silver Metallic
Original Body
LS1 V8
4L60E Four Speed Auto
Four Wheel Power Discs
ABS
Power Steering
Original Leather
Power Windows
Power Locks
Power Seats
Power Mirrors
Heads Up Display
CD Player
Owner's Manual
This 2004 Chevrolet Corvette rides on a fully independent suspension, while four-wheel power disc brakes featuring big 12.8-inch rotors up front and 12-inch units for the rear stand ready to scrub off speed at a moment's notice. If you missed out on the C5 the first time around, then this ultra-low-mileage, single owner, final-year rendition is your second chance to finally get behind the wheel. Don't wait, call today!
