1982 Collectors edtition Corvette
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My uncle has one exactly like the above. I don't know much about Corvettes so is this one regarded as a good one? Anyone with expereince and could provide me with some specs, like how many were made, how quick it is ect would be appreciated. I must say that its a very beautiful car and quite quick for its age.
>> Edited by V12AML on Thursday 20th April 00:29
6,759 made. cost $22537 then, which was a $4200 option
It marked the last of the C3 body shape. It differed from other 82s with special silver-beige paint,graduated hood and side body decals, commemorative alloys,lifting rear hatchback, pinstriping, silver-beige leather seats and door trim, leather steering wheel.
It had the infamous crossfire injection engine with 200 bhp.
Just happened to have the Black Book handy...........
It marked the last of the C3 body shape. It differed from other 82s with special silver-beige paint,graduated hood and side body decals, commemorative alloys,lifting rear hatchback, pinstriping, silver-beige leather seats and door trim, leather steering wheel.
It had the infamous crossfire injection engine with 200 bhp.
Just happened to have the Black Book handy...........
It's actually quite a sought after car and thought by many to be the "best of the 3rd generation Corvette". I think that must refer to its levels of equipment and refinement (the only c3 with an opening rear hatch) rather than its performance which was shadow of the 'vette's former self. More a cruiser I'd imagine as its dynamic capabilities would let it down from what I've experienced as a passenger in C3s. Can't beat that shape though...
Interestingly people raved about the crossfire in this model but slated it in the '84 C4 Corvette. I owned an '84 and the crossfire engine ran rather nicely and very reliable even after 120,000 miles. Never a problem.
However this C3 was the first to have a 4 speed auto TH700R-4 which was a bit weak until improvements came along in 1987.
They are now quite rare in the UK and are worth money if in mint condition.
Interestingly people raved about the crossfire in this model but slated it in the '84 C4 Corvette. I owned an '84 and the crossfire engine ran rather nicely and very reliable even after 120,000 miles. Never a problem.
However this C3 was the first to have a 4 speed auto TH700R-4 which was a bit weak until improvements came along in 1987.
They are now quite rare in the UK and are worth money if in mint condition.
malc350 said:
It's actually quite a sought after car and thought by many to be the "best of the 3rd generation Corvette". I think that must refer to its levels of equipment and refinement (the only c3 with an opening rear hatch) rather than its performance which was shadow of the 'vette's former self. More a cruiser I'd imagine as its dynamic capabilities would let it down from what I've experienced as a passenger in C3s. Can't beat that shape though...
Interestingly people raved about the crossfire in this model but slated it in the '84 C4 Corvette. I owned an '84 and the crossfire engine ran rather nicely and very reliable even after 120,000 miles. Never a problem.
However this C3 was the first to have a 4 speed auto TH700R-4 which was a bit weak until improvements came along in 1987.
They are now quite rare in the UK and are worth money if in mint condition.
I really enjoy your posts Malc,they are very educational and i mean that in the nicest possible way,you need to get another vette matey.
Cheers Cliff, I have lost a bit of interest in cars lately though the C6 Z06 really woke me up yesterday. Fortunately for lesser mortals like me who can't stretch to 63 grand I actually prefer the coupe anyway (phew that's saved a few quid already). Main reason is 'cos when we finally get a sunny day, I'd be sick if I couldn't take the roof off...
See you soon! Malc
See you soon! Malc
Malc - stop playing with Ladyboys and sort out another Vette now!
I would disagree with the C3's capabilities, although I expect a lot out there don't go/handle as they should. I went out in a friend who I used to know in Nottingham, and it was a similar experience to being thrown around in a C4 I thought. It was a 1980. They did get softer toward the end of the 3rd Gen, it's really early 70's for more go and excitement.
I would disagree with the C3's capabilities, although I expect a lot out there don't go/handle as they should. I went out in a friend who I used to know in Nottingham, and it was a similar experience to being thrown around in a C4 I thought. It was a 1980. They did get softer toward the end of the 3rd Gen, it's really early 70's for more go and excitement.
Hi Francis, 1980 was pretty near the end of the 3rd generation and about as soft as a 'vette gets. Maybe you went out in one with the infamous "Gymkhana" suspension.
I have no doubt a 1980 vette will throw you about as much as a C4 would as there are many Corvette variants that will "shake yer teeth out" Shame I don't still have my '84, the ride in that thing would put anyone off a 'vette. In fact I sold that car due to the hard ride and for quite a long time I coluldn't look at another C4, I thought they were that bad. It was only when I couldn't resist the looks anymore that I decided to try out a '93 which was in a totally different league...
P.S. (assuming that '80 was stock, not modified) but if the performance (190, 200 bhp?)impressed you Francis, I'm really getting worried here...
I have no doubt a 1980 vette will throw you about as much as a C4 would as there are many Corvette variants that will "shake yer teeth out" Shame I don't still have my '84, the ride in that thing would put anyone off a 'vette. In fact I sold that car due to the hard ride and for quite a long time I coluldn't look at another C4, I thought they were that bad. It was only when I couldn't resist the looks anymore that I decided to try out a '93 which was in a totally different league...
P.S. (assuming that '80 was stock, not modified) but if the performance (190, 200 bhp?)impressed you Francis, I'm really getting worried here...
Um, I'll get me coat...
It was more the cornering (and, er, rear end steering) ability that impressed me, it was quite controlled, I thought it would be a bit more of ye-olde world experience.
Since we're trading insults - what do you mean your '84 was too hard! Are you a man or a mouse! Perhaps a Citreon BX would be your preference!
Yours
an '86 Z51 (Gymkhana suspension) optioned owner.
Only joking Malc, 84's are interesting, reading old R&T reviews one GM engineer said he'd choose an 84 as his favourite C4 since it was closest to what they wanted to achieve, I think even stock suspension was harder than the later optioned out gymkhana cars. I've got a graph in a book somewhere...
It was more the cornering (and, er, rear end steering) ability that impressed me, it was quite controlled, I thought it would be a bit more of ye-olde world experience.
Since we're trading insults - what do you mean your '84 was too hard! Are you a man or a mouse! Perhaps a Citreon BX would be your preference!
Yours
an '86 Z51 (Gymkhana suspension) optioned owner.
Only joking Malc, 84's are interesting, reading old R&T reviews one GM engineer said he'd choose an 84 as his favourite C4 since it was closest to what they wanted to achieve, I think even stock suspension was harder than the later optioned out gymkhana cars. I've got a graph in a book somewhere...
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