1980 Chevrolet Corvette

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would regularly pay overly generous fees to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong.  

The Generous Collection debuts with Part 1 offering over 200 cars in October, all offered without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. Many additional lots will be offered in the coming months. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy.

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“How many other cars can you name at a single glance? That should tell you something about the continuing uniqueness of Corvette.” The 1980 Chevrolet Corvette represented a transitional year for America’s sports car, balancing performance with increasingly strict federal fuel economy and emissions regulations. While the C3 body style remained largely unchanged since its 1968 debut, weight reduction became a priority. Chevrolet trimmed approximately 250 pounds from the Corvette by using thinner glass, lighter body panels, and an aluminum rear bumper support.

Under the hood, the standard engine was a 305-cubic-inch V8 rated at 180 horsepower — available only in California to meet emissions standards — while the rest of the country received the 350-cubic-inch V8 producing 190 horsepower. Buyers could opt for the L82 performance engine, which delivered 230 horsepower, paired with either a four-speed manual or three-speed automatic transmission. Aerodynamic refinements included a new front and rear bumper design with integrated spoilers, reducing drag and improving stability.

Inside, the Corvette offered upgraded instrumentation and convenience features, continuing its evolution into a more luxurious sports car. Production totaled 40,614 units, making 1980 one of the strongest sales years for the C3 generation. Though constrained by regulations, as Chevrolet stated, “Corvette for 1980. The legend lives on.”

Highlights

• Offered from The Generous Collection

• Finished in Classic White (10) over Charcoal (182) leather interior

• Powered by a 350 cu-in (5.7L) V8 rated at 190 hp

• Three-speed automatic transmission

• The chassis number (1Z878AS415871) decodes as:

  • 1 – Manufacturer: Chevrolet

  • Z– Series: Corvette

  • 87– Body Style: Two-door coupe

  • 8 – Engine: 350 cu-in V8 (190 hp)

  • A – Model Year: 1980

  • S – Assembly Plant: St. Louis, Missouri

  • 3415871 – Production Sequence Number

Features

• Aftermarket radio and speakers

• T-Tops

• Air conditioning

• Power windows

• Leather-wrapped steering wheel

• Tilt-telescopic steering column

• 140-mph speedometer and 7,000-rpm tachometer

• Factory alloy wheels with BFGoodrich Radial T/A P225/60R15 tires

• Added 25th Anniversary badges front and rear

Known Imperfections

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of cars in this collection it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present in the cars. 

• Rearview mirror is detached (but included)

• Paint imperfections include chips, scuffs, stained spots

• Paint loss, scuffs in rear window trim

Ownership History

This 1980 Chevrolet Corvette is offered from The Generous Collection of no reserve automobiles.

Additional Notes

Note: Title is in transit

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Matt Lowney   Phone: 623.308.2640   email: mlowney@hagerty.com  

Alabama Sales Tax Notice to Bidders: Because this car is located in Alabama, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama state sales taxes of up to 2% of the purchase amount, even if the buyer plans to register the car outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer is located in AZ, CA, FL, IN, MA, MI, or SC (capped at $500 in SC), and (b) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives the car or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer). Additionally, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama county or city taxes from buyers located outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer), and (b) the buyer fails to provide an executed Drive-Out Certificate for Nonresidents. For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Alabama that are sold to residents of another state.  

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential, however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning to both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Hagerty Marketplace representative is onsite beginning Monday, November 3 through Wednesday, November 19. No cars can be retrieved prior to November 3 and any lots remaining after November 19 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.