1991 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Don't purchase a 1991 Corvette and squirrel it away in a warehouse hoping it will make you wealthy. If you want to collect something that really might make a fortune someday, try coins, Hummel's, or hood ornaments, or a limited run of “the Artist Formerly Known as Prince” plates. This car was made to be driven. It would be a shame to own it and have it any other way.
Imagine, someday opening the door to a classic from 1991 which happens to be a Chevrolet Corvette. Draped in Dark Red Metallic, this fiberglass piece of road sculpture sucks you inside. As you take it all in it starts up and you are mesmerized by the roar of the V8 which is an L98 245hp engine. A nice comfy black leather interior nearly puts you to sleep, when suddenly you are awakened by a snap of your neck, and your right foot is to the floor, and you are speeding forward, convertible wind in your hair style. That someday could be as soon as today, if you contact one of our car specialists, or walk into our overwhelming mall, and hop in. You dreamer you!

Exterior
Dark Red Metallic covers all the fiberglass, which remains in fair condition with some scratches on the lowers and a small crack turning up here and there. Some dulling on the clear coating is noted but nothing a good detail session couldn't help. A clamshell hood, hidden headlights that still actually work, and black canvas convertible top are just the basics. Further investigation reveals body matching integrated bumpers front and rear, and aerodynamic straight fiberglass panels with well minded gaps throughout. Simple badging, and round-ish inset taillights with dual horizontal chrome tipped exhaust are seen on the rear of the car. 17-inch 5 spoke style wheels wrapped in nicely preserved radials adorn each corner.

Interior
The dream continues with black leather covered high back buckets that have enough horizontal tuck and roll tufting to be the new Michelin man. We note age related wear and cracking on these seats with the driver's seat having more wear than the passengers. While being grabbed by this leather, use the side and console controls to electronically put you exactly where you want to grab the wheel, shifter, and press the accelerator to start your drive to hyperdrive speed. A smooth black center console with a red padded topper races forward to the dash, and houses some storage, seat controls, and the shift lever. Moving up into the center of the dash is an AM/FM/Cassette/CD orange readout radio, temp and airflow controls, all push button. This panel makes a sharp left in an upward curve passing the large info screen with various warning lights etc. within and melts into the analog cascade of orange numbered and lettered gauges, which huddle around a central vertical rectangular orange LED readout for speed, and mileage. Nice clean black carpet covers the floors and storage area and shows little fading overall.

Drivetrain
An L98 5.7L V8 245hp small block mill featuring fuel injection, is nestled in the engine bay with a 4-speed automatic 700R4 transmission strapped on the back. The engine bay is nice and very clean and highly detailed looking showroom, with no corrosion on any aluminum parts, or fading of plastic. A 2.59 geared rear axle puts all that Vette power to the pavement.

Undercarriage
Looking underneath, we can see no rust, slight patina, and slightly faded with factory overspray still on the floor pans. A solid construction with an X frame reinforcement for some extra stiffness to carve those curves is noted. Independent coil springs for the front, and a 5 link, transverse leaf spring rear suspension is seen as are 4-wheel power disc brakes all around. Plenty of lightweight materials have been utilized for this suspension and underside mechanicals, all for handling that V8 power from upfront.

Drive-Ability
A quick starter, and hopping inside those overstuffed leather seats just grab you. After achieving perfect driving position, it was off to the test track where she performed just beautifully, with rocket-like acceleration, handling on rails, and quick stopping. Steering was tight and it provided a smooth ride at cruising speed. All functions were operational at the time of my drive. We did note a recent oil change service has been completed.

Dreams become reality right here at the Classic Auto Mall halls, and rooms may contain the automotive pleasure you seek. Everything is here, including this 1991 canvas black drop topper bathed in Dark Red Metallic with some minor wear awaiting to be scooped up for a fraction of the price of the new version. This red means GO! and we promise what happens in CAM stays in CAM, except the consignments you take away!

VIN DECODE
1G1YY338XM5101353
1-USA
G-General Motors
1-Chevrolet
YY-Corvette
3-Convertible
3-Manual Belts, Driver's Airbag
8-350ci L98 240hp
X-Check Digit
M-1991
5-Bowling Green, KY Assy Plant
101353-Sequential Unit Number

Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special interest automobile showroom, featuring over 650 vehicles for sale with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.