1996 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Collector Edition - All-Original

Commemorating the thirteenth and final year of the Corvette C4 era, the 1996 Collector Edition marked the end of the longest generation in the car's history. It was distinguished by a Sebring Silver exterior color, 17-inch ZR-1-style wheels, unique badges and embroidered seats. Chevrolet built 5,412 of them, in coupes and convertibles, which accounted for 25 percent of the C4's final model-year production. This three-owner 1996 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Collector Edition shows only 5,319 miles on its odometer and is reported to have been maintained in original condition. The powertrain includes the LT1 5.7-liter V-8 engine and four-speed automatic transmission, with additional features including the six-way power driver's seat, Bose audio system, air conditioning, bronze-tinted removable roof panel and the performance axle ratio. - Under the hood is the standard LT1 5.7-liter V-8 engine, which was rated at 300 horsepower and 335 lb-ft of torque. It's matched with a 4L60E four-speed automatic transmission and the performance axle ratio of 3.07:1.- that the electronically fuel-injected engine is original, with no history of a rebuild and no modifications. It is also said to start easily and without smoke, with no leaks or weeping. There are no reported leaks from the other powertrain elements and the seller notes that shift performance of the transmission is perfect. - this Corvette's Sebring Silver paintwork is original and in extremely good condition, with no reported nicks, paint chips or other blemishes. The removable roof panel is said to be in perfect condition, along with the exterior glass and window seals. Additionally, the ZR-1 style 17-inch wheels are reported to be in very good condition, with no curb rash or other known blemishes, and all of the exterior lighting is reported to work normally. - This Corvette's cabin is reported to be in all-original condition, with light visible wear showing on the Light Gray leather bucket seats.- other elements appearing in excellent condition and apparently commensurate with the car's low mileage. All of the gauges and lighting are reported to be in working order, along with the heater, air conditioning, power locks and power windows. The Bose AM/FM/cassette audio system is also said to work normally. There are no aftermarket modifications or additional equipment. All of the interior content is said to be original. - The chassis and suspension are said to be in stock, all-original condition, with no known service or repairs ever performed on them.- the car drives straight and smoothly, with no vibrations and 80-percent tread remaining on the original Goodyear Eagle GSC tires, sized 255/45ZR17 in the front and 285/40ZR17 in the rear. Suitable for car shows, the tires should be replaced based on age alone if the new owner intends to drive the car any distance or speed. There are no known leaks in the braking or power steering systems and the brakes are said to be in excellent working condition.. Additional paperwork includes the original window sticker, the original manuals and an invoice for a 2020 inspection and service.- having maintained the car in its original condition, as did the two previous owners. With only 5,319 miles, this 1996 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Collector Edition offers a chance to buy an all-but-new example of one of the final and most distinctive C4 Vettes ever offered.