1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition Collector Edition

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette Collector Edition Collector Edition

Year

1982

Listed price

$17,900

Location

Cincinnati, Ohio

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

89,218 miles

The 1982 Corvette holds a unique place in the model's storied history, marking the final year of the C3 generation that began its run in 1968. To commemorate the end of an era, Chevrolet introduced the Collector Edition, a special package that offered a host of exclusive features. This was the first Corvette to break the $20,000 price barrier and the first to feature a hatchback rear window, a design cue that would carry over to the succeeding C4 generation. All Collector Editions were finished in a distinctive Silver Beige metallic paint with unique pinstriping, and came equipped with turbine-style aluminum wheels, a nod to earlier Corvette concepts. Power came from the L83 350ci V8, paired exclusively with an automatic transmission, featuring Chevrolet's then-new "Cross-Fire Injection" system. This particular 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition exemplifies the model's distinct charm, showcasing the correct and highly desirable Silver Beige (59) exterior over a matching Silver Beige Leather (591) interior. With 89,218 miles on the odometer, this example presents as a solid, well-preserved classic, retaining its original lines and exhibiting no rust issues, a testament to its care over the decades. The iconic Cross-Fire Injected 350ci V8 remains under the hood, mated to its original automatic transmission, ready to deliver the quintessential C3 driving experience. This Collector Edition represents a tangible piece of Corvette history, ready for its next enthusiast owner.