1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette Collector Edition

Year

1982

Listed price

$26,995

Location

Lutz, Florida

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

40,570 miles

The third-generation Corvette, known as the C3, holds a unique place in automotive history. Launched in 1968 with styling inspired by the Mako Shark II concept car, it evolved significantly over its long production run. By the early 1980s, as the C3 neared its end, Chevrolet decided to send it off with a bang. The 1982 Collector Edition was the first Corvette to feature a hatchback rear window, a design cue that would carry over to the upcoming C4. This special model also marked the return of two-tone paint schemes to the Corvette line since 1961, and was the first Corvette to exceed its original sticker price in collector value, even before delivery. With only 6,759 units produced, the Collector Edition was a fitting swan song for a generation that spanned 15 years and sold over half a million cars. This particular 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition exemplifies the model's distinctiveness. Finished in its signature Silver Beige metallic paint with a matching interior, it presents as a well-preserved example of this limited production run. Under the hood lies the 5.7L Cross-Fire Injection V8 engine, paired with an automatic transmission, a combination exclusive to the 1982 model year. With just 40,570 miles on the odometer, this Corvette has been driven sparingly, maintaining its integrity as a piece of automotive history. This is an opportunity to acquire a significant piece of Corvette heritage, representing the conclusion of an iconic era.