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Now available at the St. Louis Car Museum is a 1988 ChevroletCorvette that has been family owned for nearly all its life havingpassed down from generation to generation. The vehicle sold new inCalifornia and has only 4 recorded owners with only 72,000 milesshowing on the odometer today. In addition, this particular examplerepresents #47 of 2,050 35th Anniversary Editions ever built!
History of the 1988 Chevrolet Corvette:
Chevrolet's Corvette has been recognized as America's finest sportscar for many years and is one of the longest-running models in thebrands' history, coming second only to the highly recognizedSuburban. Due to a new design and production delays, the Chevy teamdid not have a model to offer that year and therefore, missed theiropportunity to celebrate the 30-year anniversary in 1983. As aresult, focus was shifted to the 1988 Corvette in order to insteadcelebrate a 35th Anniversary Edition. All models would be identicalin color and available in Coupe form only. In total, only 2,050would be completed, each with special exterior badging and anumbered anniversary identification plate on the console. Inaddition, the special edition models were further distinguishableby a white exterior finish with a matching white leather interiorand leather-wrapped steering wheel, along with larger 17" whiteallow wheels!
Details about this 1988 Chevrolet Corvette For Sale:
Offered here is a special edition, 35th Anniversary #47/2050,Corvette Coupe that is finished in White over an all-original WhiteLeather interior. This classic Corvette, available in St. Louis,MO, is powered by a L98 5.7L OHV 350ci Tuned Port Injection V8,producing 240 horsepower & 340 lb. ft. of torque. The vehiclefeatures a 700R4 4-speed overdrive transmission with a 2.59:1posi-traction rear axle ratio, allowing this Chevy to sprint to60mph in just 5.6 seconds, proving ample performance! Options andadditional features include a Z52 Sport Handling Package,climate-controlled air conditioning, Sport Seats with 6-way poweradjustment with adjustable lumbar and bolster control, rear defrostwith heated outside mirrors, removal blue-tinted glass roof panel,Delco/Bose AM/FM/Cassette audio system, powerwindows/locks/mirrors, and all weather floor mats!
This well preserved Corvette began life in Southern California,specifically Ojai, California, where it would stay until 2004. Theoriginal owner would pass it to his son in Colorado Springs, withjust 61,000 miles showing at the time. We are proud to say that theCorvette seen here has always been serviced as needed and garagekept since new. It remained in the family for one more generationwhen the original owner's grandson would take possession in June2014 with just under 68,000 miles on the odometer. The fourth, andcurrent St. Louis owner acquired the car with 69,500 miles showingin November 2016 and has since then only added 3,000 additionalmiles. Today, the odometer reads exactly 72,722 miles.
The present owner has serviced it to include new dash bulbs,upgraded halogen headlights, and Ride-Tech shocks by Fox at allfour corners. Included in the sale of this Corvette will be owner'smanual, clean CarFax report, roof panel wrench release tool, lugnut lock key, door sill carpet protectors, an extra steering wheel,a brand new Retro Sound Bluetooth/MP3/USB ready radio that wasnever installed, and windshield sunshade making this particularChevy model a solid investment for any enthusiasts!
The St, Louis Car Museum team proudly offers classic and collectorcar sales, storage, detailing, and financing services toenthusiasts around the world! We also work closely with a number oftrusted transportation and shipping companies for our client'sconvenience. If you would like to set up a time to view thisCorvette for sale in person, please contact one of ourrepresentatives at (800)957-5707 or by messaging us, today!
1988 Chevrolet
Corvette Coupe RWD
Quick Specs
Highlights
- One of only 2,050 35th Anniversary Editions produced!
- Only 4 owners from new and just 72,000 miles on the odometer!
- Very well equipped with factory options including Sport Suspension, Sport Seats, and 17" wheels!
- Always well serviced and garaged since new!
- Terrific driver and weekend cruiser!
Description
Now available at the St. Louis Car Museum is a 1988 ChevroletCorvette that has been family owned for nearly all its life havingpassed down from generation to generation. The vehicle sold new inCalifornia and has only 4 recorded owners with only 72,000 milesshowing on the odometer today. In addition, this particular examplerepresents #47 of 2,050 35th Anniversary Editions ever built!
History of the 1988 Chevrolet Corvette:
Chevrolet's Corvette has been recognized as America's finest sportscar for many years and is one of the longest-running models in thebrands' history, coming second only to the highly recognizedSuburban. Due to a new design and production delays, the Chevy teamdid not have a model to offer that year and therefore, missed theiropportunity to celebrate the 30-year anniversary in 1983. As aresult, focus was shifted to the 1988 Corvette in order to insteadcelebrate a 35th Anniversary Edition. All models would be identicalin color and available in Coupe form only. In total, only 2,050would be completed, each with special exterior badging and anumbered anniversary identification plate on the console. Inaddition, the special edition models were further distinguishableby a white exterior finish with a matching white leather interiorand leather-wrapped steering wheel, along with larger 17" whiteallow wheels!
Details about this 1988 Chevrolet Corvette For Sale:
Offered here is a special edition, 35th Anniversary #47/2050,Corvette Coupe that is finished in White over an all-original WhiteLeather interior. This classic Corvette, available in St. Louis,MO, is powered by a L98 5.7L OHV 350ci Tuned Port Injection V8,producing 240 horsepower & 340 lb. ft. of torque. The vehiclefeatures a 700R4 4-speed overdrive transmission with a 2.59:1posi-traction rear axle ratio, allowing this Chevy to sprint to60mph in just 5.6 seconds, proving ample performance! Options andadditional features include a Z52 Sport Handling Package,climate-controlled air conditioning, Sport Seats with 6-way poweradjustment with adjustable lumbar and bolster control, rear defrostwith heated outside mirrors, removal blue-tinted glass roof panel,Delco/Bose AM/FM/Cassette audio system, powerwindows/locks/mirrors, and all weather floor mats!
This well preserved Corvette began life in Southern California,specifically Ojai, California, where it would stay until 2004. Theoriginal owner would pass it to his son in Colorado Springs, withjust 61,000 miles showing at the time. We are proud to say that theCorvette seen here has always been serviced as needed and garagekept since new. It remained in the family for one more generationwhen the original owner's grandson would take possession in June2014 with just under 68,000 miles on the odometer. The fourth, andcurrent St. Louis owner acquired the car with 69,500 miles showingin November 2016 and has since then only added 3,000 additionalmiles. Today, the odometer reads exactly 72,722 miles.
The present owner has serviced it to include new dash bulbs,upgraded halogen headlights, and Ride-Tech shocks by Fox at allfour corners. Included in the sale of this Corvette will be owner'smanual, clean CarFax report, roof panel wrench release tool, lugnut lock key, door sill carpet protectors, an extra steering wheel,a brand new Retro Sound Bluetooth/MP3/USB ready radio that wasnever installed, and windshield sunshade making this particularChevy model a solid investment for any enthusiasts!
The St, Louis Car Museum team proudly offers classic and collectorcar sales, storage, detailing, and financing services toenthusiasts around the world! We also work closely with a number oftrusted transportation and shipping companies for our client'sconvenience. If you would like to set up a time to view thisCorvette for sale in person, please contact one of ourrepresentatives at (800)957-5707 or by messaging us, today!
1988 Chevrolet
Corvette Coupe RWD
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