1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector EditionGateway Classic Cars of St. Louis is proud to digitally present this 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition, a stunning example that marked the final year of the C3 generation - the last of the "shark body" Corvettes. This Collector Edition stands out immediately for its Silver Beige metallic paint with graduated fade graphics and matching accent stripes - a finish unique to this model year that gave the C3 a dignified sendoff after fifteen years of evolution. The glass lift-back rear hatch, turbine-style aluminum wheels, and bronze-tinted T-tops completed the exclusive package that set this edition apart from all prior Corvettes. Under the hood lies the Cross-Fire Injection 350 cubic-inch V8, rated at 200 horsepower and paired to a 4-speed automatic transmission - the most advanced Corvette powertrain of its time. The dual throttle-body setup delivered smooth performance and improved efficiency, ushering in the next era of fuel-injected Corvettes. Decoding the VIN (1G1AY0781C511123) confirms this Corvette as a 1982 model, built in Bowling Green, Kentucky, and equipped with the L83 350ci Cross-Fire Injection engine. Inside, the Silver Beige leather interior mirrors the exterior's elegant tone, featuring bucket seats, power windows, power locks, cruise control, tilt-telescopic steering, and factory air conditioning - all the comfort and luxury you'd expect from a late-era C3.The 1982 Collector Edition wasn't just a trim level; it was a celebration of the Corvette legacy. With its exclusive paint scheme, refined drivability, and limited production run, it remains one of the most sought-after examples of early 1980s American performance. Highlights: VIN: 1G1AY0781C511123Factory L83 350ci Cross-Fire Injection V84-speed automatic transmissionCollector Edition exclusive two-tone Silver Beige metallic fadeGlass rear hatch and bronze-tinted T-topsPower steering, brakes, windows, and locksAir conditioning and cruise controlCollector Edition turbine wheelsBuilt in Bowling Green, KentuckyThis 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition can be seen in detail - including 100+ HD photos and video - at GatewayClassicCars.com. This vehicle can be viewed in person at the St. Louis Showroom located at 1237 Central Park Drive, O'Fallon IL 62269.
