2008 Chevrolet Corvette

Manual Transmission | Aftermarket Wheels | Black Exterior

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LOT #

241025367

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
1G1YY26W685132481
Lot Number:
241025367
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
62,003 miles
Engine:
6.2L V8
Drive Type:
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Black
Interior Color:
Black
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Michigan
  • Black exterior
  • Black interior
  • Manual Transmission
  • Current owner reports roughly 19k invested in engine and car
  • Current owner reports all recalls done
  • Aftermarket Wheels

Overview of 2008 Chevrolet Corvette For Sale by Owner

For decades, the Chevrolet Corvette has remained an icon, and this 2008 Corvette hailing from the C6 generation isn’t any different. Considered to be a modern classic in the making, this Corvette – with its striking visuals and incredible performance – is a joy whether you’re on the track, or cruising towards your next destination. The current owner has gone through a plethora of mechanical and performance upgrades to wake up the beast under the hood with all the proper supporting mods. If you’re interested in investing in a tastefully modified Corvette with some extra ponies beneath the hood, then look no further. With only 59,500 miles on the clock, and the current owner reporting that all recalls having been addressed and fixed, this car is a property built to hop in and drive. Reportedly, the current owner has invested about $19,000 in the engine along with various performance and cosmetic upgrades, making this example a dream for anyone looking for an impeccable car that will last. With 500WHP at your control, this C6 is bound to leave a lasting impression.

Exterior and Interior

Sporting a long, wide body and swooping, smooth curves that create an aggressive presence, this Corvette demands your attention. The black exterior paint contributes to the mystique with the added aggression from the OEM ZR1 Spoiler. A bit of red peeks out through the 18” x 19” American Racing Crossfire wheels, tucked behind are red brake calipers fitted with Powerstop Z26 Brake Pads and Powerstop Drilled and Slotted Rotors, which not only add to the sleek and elegant look to the car, but an increase in stopping power at your control. The wheels roll on a set of Michelin Pilot Sport 4S Tires measured at 255/40/18 & 295/35/19 respectively. This is a car that would make you want to catch a second glance, and has the power under the hood to keep them looking. Inside, the interior maintains that clean black aesthetic, adding elements of shale grey seat inserts that elevate the overall look. Hopping into the car, carbon fiber door sill plates greet you into the cockpit. The first noticeable sign that this is a true drivers car is the inclusion of a 3rd pedal, making all your manual transmission muscle car dreams come true. Surrounding you is a touch of carbon fiber elements in the steering wheel and infotainment console. A quick glance over these images and it would appear that the interior is in impeccable condition, almost as if it were fresh out of the factory. No distractions to break the focus, this interior is a place that makes a good drive, exceptional.

Engine

Of course, this being a Corvette, an exceptional driving experience is only enhanced with its massive 6.2L V8 engine. The magic done to this V8 comes from under the hood with all the added performance upgrades to wake up the growl of this LS3 by starting out with an upgraded aftermarket high lift Spinomonster Camshaft, GMPP CNC LSR ported heads, V-Max ported throttle body, GPI Ported / Rod Mod LS3 intake manifold, Johnson 2110 Lifters w/ OEM GM Lifter Trays, Ketch C5R Timing Chain, BTR 7.350 Pushrods, BTR .660 Springs with Titanium Retainers, all held together by ARP Head Bolts. In true muscle car fashion, power is sent to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual transmission, this Corvette allows you to be completely in tune with the car as you row through the gears to feel the power from the Hinson transmission mounts, giving you more of the raw feel of the power enchaining the drive over the factory C6. This generation of the C6 Corvette would have delivered up to 460hp and 424lb-ft of torque, propelling this car to 60mph from a standstill in a reported four seconds. With all the extra performance modifications under the hood, the current owner reports the car is now making 500WHP and 460 FT-LB of Torque done on a CT-Performance Dyno Jet, nearly making it just as powerful of the Z06’s from the C6 generation, but only for a fraction of the cost. To round it out, best believe the sound of this C6 will be music to your ears, allowing it to breath more from the TPS Motorsports 1 7/8th Coated Long Tube Headers and 3” X-Pipe. You would expect an even better power delivery and handling over a base C6 due to the upgraded Hotchkis Front & Rear Sway Bars, OEM Z51 Front Leaf Spring, Bilstein B8 Shocks, DRM Shock Bushings and Moog End Links. It’s safe to say this C6 ‘Vette has been blessed with the touch of a true enthusiast.

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Current Ask
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Current Ask
$35,000

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Current Ask
$57,500

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Current Ask
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Current Ask
$89,999

The 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible comes from the heart of the C2 era, when the Corvette had already matured into a genuinely serious American sports car without losing the raw character that made the Sting Ray famous. This example leans heavily into that character. Showing 19,053 miles, it pairs a 327ci V8 with a four-barrel carburetor and a four-speed manual transmission, then adds the kind of period-style attitude enthusiasts gravitate toward: side-mount exhaust, knock-off-style turbine wheels, and a vivid Sunfire Yellow finish over a black interior. The current owner reports more than $83,000 invested into the build, with attention extending beyond cosmetics into the cooling system, ignition components, timing hardware, and other supporting mechanical upgrades. What makes this car appealing is that it still delivers the classic C2 experience in the way enthusiasts want it: small-block V8 up front, manual gearbox in the middle, drive going to the rear, and very little standing between the driver and the car. The side pipes give the Corvette a more aggressive presence and soundtrack, while the custom paint and wheel setup emphasize the long-hood, short-deck proportions that made the midyear Corvette one of Chevrolet’s most iconic designs.

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Current Ask
$35,000

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