1986 Chevrolet Corvette

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette

Year

1986

Listed price

$5,900

Location

Manorville, New York

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

126,682 miles

The fourth-generation Corvette, internally designated C4, marked a radical departure for Chevrolet's halo car when it debuted in 1984. After the long-running C3 generation, the C4 arrived with a sleek, modern aesthetic and a focus on advanced engineering, including a revolutionary uniframe chassis and a sophisticated independent suspension system. For 1986, the convertible body style returned to the Corvette lineup after a nine-year absence, and its significance was immediately underscored by its selection as the Official Pace Car for the Indianapolis 500. All 1986 Corvette convertibles were designated as pace car replicas, a testament to the model's renewed prominence and performance capabilities. This particular 1986 Corvette Convertible, a genuine Indy 500 Pace Car replica, embodies that return to open-air performance. Under the hood lies its original 350 cubic inch Tuned Port Injection (TPI) V8 engine, paired with a smooth automatic transmission, delivering the quintessential C4 driving experience. With 126,682 miles on the odometer, this adult-owned example has been driven and enjoyed, benefiting from recent maintenance including a new battery, tires, rear brakes, and shocks, ensuring it remains a capable and spirited performer. Presented in its original color scheme, this inspected, clean-title convertible runs and drives great, ready for its next enthusiast owner. This is an opportunity to acquire a significant piece of Corvette history, representing the return of the convertible and its iconic association with the Indy 500.