1982 Chevrolet Corvette
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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...