1982 Chevrolet Corvette

1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition

Gateway Classic Cars of St. Louis is proud to digitally present this 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition, a stunning example that marked the final year of the C3 generation - the last of the "shark body" Corvettes.

This Collector Edition stands out immediately for its Silver Beige metallic paint with graduated fade graphics and matching accent stripes - a finish unique to this model year that gave the C3 a dignified sendoff after fifteen years of evolution. The glass lift-back rear hatch, turbine-style aluminum wheels, and bronze-tinted T-tops completed the exclusive package that set this edition apart from all prior Corvettes.

Under the hood lies the Cross-Fire Injection 350 cubic-inch V8, rated at 200 horsepower and paired to a 4-speed automatic transmission - the most advanced Corvette powertrain of its time. The dual throttle-body setup delivered smooth performance and improved efficiency, ushering in the next era of fuel-injected Corvettes.

Decoding the VIN (1G1AY0781C511123) confirms this Corvette as a 1982 model, built in Bowling Green, Kentucky, and equipped with the L83 350ci Cross-Fire Injection engine.

Inside, the Silver Beige leather interior mirrors the exterior's elegant tone, featuring bucket seats, power windows, power locks, cruise control, tilt-telescopic steering, and factory air conditioning - all the comfort and luxury you'd expect from a late-era C3.

The 1982 Collector Edition wasn't just a trim level; it was a celebration of the Corvette legacy. With its exclusive paint scheme, refined drivability, and limited production run, it remains one of the most sought-after examples of early 1980s American performance.

Highlights:

VIN: 1G1AY0781C511123

Factory L83 350ci Cross-Fire Injection V8

4-speed automatic transmission

Collector Edition exclusive two-tone Silver Beige metallic fade

Glass rear hatch and bronze-tinted T-tops

Power steering, brakes, windows, and locks

Air conditioning and cruise control

Collector Edition turbine wheels

Built in Bowling Green, Kentucky

This 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition can be seen in detail - including 100+ HD photos and video - at GatewayClassicCars.com.

This vehicle can be viewed in person at the St. Louis Showroom located at 1237 Central Park Drive, O'Fallon IL 62269.