1981 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

Rebuilt L81 350ci V8 | D1SC ProCharger | JE Forged Pistons

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240821176

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
1G1AY8760BS405877
Lot Number:
240821176
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
01 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
350ci
Drive Type:
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Blue
Interior Color:
Grey
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
New Jersey
  • 1981 MY Chevrolet Corvette Coupe L81 Restoration
  • Current owner reports rebuilt L81 engine with less than 11,000 miles
  • Upgraded with Procharger D1SC supercharger with additional pulley
  • Current owner reports new 700R4 automatic transmission
  • 3.54 rear end gears
  • Upgraded with Dart iron eagle heads
  • Current owner reports new Victor Jr. intake manifold
  • Current owner reports new Holley 750 double pumper carburetor
  • Lifted
  • Upgraded with LS cam
  • Upgraded with Crane 1.5 roller rocker arms
  • Upgraded with JE forged pistons
  • Upgraded with Eagle Forged connecting rods
  • Upgraded with Eagle Forged crankshaft
  • Current owner reports new fuel pump
  • Upgraded with new boost gauge
  • Upgraded with MSD 6-BTM ignition
  • 3" dual exhaust system
  • Aftermarket power steering pump
  • Griffin aluminum radiator
  • Aftermarket electric fan with Rehostat
  • Zero Tolerance Industries brakes with O-ring caliper pistons
  • Upgraded with aftermarket alarm system
  • Aftermarket audio & sound systems
  • Current owner reports new U-joints
  • GM Glass T-tops
  • Full new interior
  • New seating

Overview of 1981 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe For Sale by Owner

Big, small, powerful, and tame. This freshly restored 1981 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is a time capsule that takes anyone who gets into it straight back to the 80s. This is no ordinary Corvette though, more on that in a bit. With the name having been around for 70 years, Chevy seems to have found the perfect formula. Rear wheel drive, and a big V8 up front, They’ve stuck with it ever since and have built a reputation for being one of the top contenders for a V8-powered sports car.

Exterior and Interior

The interior of this Corvette is impeccable. As if it just rolled off the factory line with the grey leather seats showing hardly any signs of wear. The a newly fitted Kenwood headunit makes the 80s experience just that much more authentic thanks to a cassette tape reader. Finished in a beautiful shade of blue, this Corvette shows off its beautiful curves while maintaining its understated nature… Until the engine is heard of course – and it can be heard quite easily thanks to the detachable T-Tops. The 15 inch wheels s wrapped in some fresh Goodyear rubber will promise optimum grip. Something that is much needed considering what lies beneath the hood.

Engine

Under the hood lies no ordinary L81 V8. It has been rebuilt and currently has less than 11,000 miles under its belt. But it doesn’t stop there. Bolted to it is a Procharger D1SC supercharger with additional pulley. Furthermore, is it reported that this car has Upgraded with Dart iron eagle heads, a Victor Jr. intake manifold, an upgraded with LS cam, JE forged pistons, Eagle Forged connecting rods, and an Eagle Forged crankshaft. Helping to put this monstrosity on the road is new 700R4 automatic transmission and 3.54 rear end gears. Finally, a 3" dual exhaust system will provide a glorious soundtrack everytime the revs build up.

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