Since 1953, Chevrolet’s halo performance car has been the Corvette. Named after the small and agile Corvette class of warships, it has been the automaker’s road-going equivalent, packing ample power and prowess on the twisty bits. Nevertheless, they also make fine cruisers with V8 burble, and if that is on your bucket list, why not consider this 1998 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe from Virginia? This car has done just 31,000 miles and has some minor customizations on it.

Exterior and Interior

A Corvette in black is a different degree of classy, for those who steer clear of the traditionally bright colors. In fact, Chevrolet always offered some sober paint shades alongside their loud and shouty ones. This 1998 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe’s paintwork is reportedly in excellent shape, and the chromed wheels stand out from the black body, along with the red brake calipers lurking behind. Tires are also reportedly in great condition. A bug screen, full exterior, and interior car cover, and two tops are included in the sale as well. Need we mention that this generation of Corvette was the last one to feature pop-up headlamps? That makes it even cooler! Pop round the rear and the four silver-tipped exhausts are a dead giveaway that a Corvette, even in cruiser configuration can cut a fine dash. The interior is also reportedly in great shape and features a grayish-tan color scheme which is a great combo to go with a black exterior. The Corvette is strictly a two-seater and this example sports two semi-bucket seats, separate climate controls for driver and passenger and a Delco radio/CD player with Theftlock that plays through a premium Bose sound system.

Engine

A Corvette is not considered to be worthy of the nameplate unless it’s got a true-blue GM V8 under the hood. This 1998 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe comes standard with the GM LS1 5.7L V8 under its hood, which is good for 345hp and 350lb-ft. Drive on this example is sent to the rear wheels via a GM 4L60E four-speed automatic gearbox which makes it an excellent cruiser. This example has seen a recent service as well as replacement of the serpentine belt. The engine breathes through an aftermarket intake which no doubt enhances its induction sound too.