This C3-generation Chevrolet Corvette ‘Collector’s Edition’ is a rare and desirable modern classic American sports car, offered for sale by its second owner from new and reported to be in highly original condition. Under the bonnet sits a naturally aspirated 350-cubic inch (5.7-litre) ‘Small Block’ V8, with ‘Crossfire’ fuel injection, delivering around 149kW to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission. This example was originally a US-delivered model, which was imported and first registered in Australia in August 2023, and is now offered for sale by its second owner from new. It is reported to have been kept in a single owner’s private collection during its entire time in the US. This C3-era Corvette ‘Collector’s Edition’ is one of 6,759 examples produced. The odometer shows 6,397 miles from new, which the seller notes to be genuine, though cannot be warranted. Introduced as a special-edition swansong for the C3-generation Corvette, the Collector’s Edition featured a number of desirable factory enhancements, including a unique silver-beige metallic colour scheme, matching leather upholstery, a frameless lifting rear-glass hatchback (a Corvette first), unique exterior and interior badges, bronze-tinted glass T-tops, finned ‘Turbine’ alloy wheels, high-end colour-matched carpeting, the ‘Crossfire’ fuel injection system, and a new command control computer. As with all Collector’s Edition models, this example is finished in Silver-Beige Metallic with contrasting gradated ‘shadow’ decals on the bonnet and sides, and dual-line coachlines, over a two-tone silver-beige leather-trimmed interior, punctuated by chrome trim highlights. It rides on a correct set of 15-inch finned ‘Turbine’ alloy wheels fitted with BFGoodrich Radial T/A tyres. Equipment includes pop-up headlights, a heated rear screen, a black leather-trimmed steering wheel, removable T-top roof panels, cruise control, an optional Delco cassette stereo, air conditioning, an electrically adjustable driver’s seat, and electrically operated windows and door mirrors. The car comes with a jack, the T-top vinyl storage bags, a Tennessee temporary tag, a Michigan temporary permit, a collection of owner’s manuals and pamphlets, and is reported to be accompanied by invoices for all services completed. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. The seller notes that the electric radio aerial does not work. The car’s last roadworthiness test was conducted in August 2023, which is understood to have resulted in a clean pass with no advisories. This Corvette’s most recent maintenance was carried out in September 2023 at around an indicated 6,000 miles by Polished Auto Mechanical Services, which consisted of all the oils and filters being changed, the transmission being serviced, four new shock absorbers installed, new suspension rubber bushings, a new radiator, all the hoses and belts checked and replaced as required, the air conditioning system being serviced and regassed with new fittings, and a full detailing with a ceramic coating being applied. This C3-generation Chevrolet Corvette ‘Collector’s Edition’ is a rare and sought-after modern classic American sports car, offered for sale by its second owner from new, and crowned ‘Best in Show’ at the 2023 Noosa Charity Car Show. One of 6,759 examples produced, with desirable and unique factory options, and boasting a lively fuel-injected V8 engine, it would make a notable addition to any marque enthusiast’s collection, and a stylish companion for weekend drives, fair-weather cruising, and classic car show visits alike. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. Potential buyers should view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, either to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be undetectable even upon visual inspection. 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