1994 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

Description

The C4 generation of Chevrolet Corvette has a reputation of being one of the best-balanced and well-built American sports cars of its time. It was packed with then-new technology, like Bosch anti-lock braking, traction control, climate control, and analog/digital instruments. By 1994, the LT1 V8 under the hood provided the driver with both robust power and torque as well as proven durability. The C4 Corvette can be a comfortable, reliable daily driver with leather seats, air-conditioning, targa-style removable roof panel, and a quiet cabin, but lurking is a capable machine ready to be unleashed.   

This low-mile 1994 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe had benefited from just three passionate owners. It’s finished in popular Polo Green paint over a Light Beige leather interior for contrast. The consignor has addressed two important concerns on these later C4 Corvettes, the headlight rotating nylon gears have been replaced with brass units, and the Optispark ignition module that can fail from moisture has been replaced with the superior vented module used in 1995 – 1996 Corvettes. What was cutting-edge technology in the C4 Corvette may be commonplace now, but the visceral seat-of-the-pants experience of this 1994 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe remains a delight.  

Highlights 

• Three registered owners and 37,524 miles at the time of cataloging 

• The 5.7-liter LT1 V8 producing 300 horsepower and 340 lb-ft of torque 

• Four-speed automatic transmission 

• Finished in Polo Green over Light Beige leather bucket seats 

• The targa top gives the option of creating a sleek coupe or an airy, convertible-like experience 

• Fitted with Nitto NT-555G2 tires, 255/45ZR17 front (date code 3020), 285/40ZR17 rear (date code: 4222) 

• Factory options include: 

  • AC1 – Driver power seat ($305.00) 

  • AC3 – Passenger power seat ($305.00) 

  • AQ9 – Sport Seats ($625.00) 

  • 64S – Transparent roof panel bronze tint ($650.00) 

  • G92 – Performance rear axle 3.07:1 ratio ($50.00) 

  • U1F – Delco Bose six speaker stereo system with CD and cassette ($395.00) 

• Recent maintenance and upgrades include: 

  • Upgraded to the vented-style 1995–96 Optispark ignition 

  • Upgraded brass rotating headlight gears 

  • Upgraded under-hood LED inspection lights 

  • New window regulators and window guides both passenger and driver 

  • New center console latch and release button 

  • New water pump gasket 

  • New timing chain cover gasket 

  • New timing chain cover seals for the cam and water pump 

  • New engine oil pan gasket 

  • New spark plugs and spark plug wires 

  • Flushed coolant system 

  • Fresh gear oil 

  • New battery 

  • New transmission filter, fluid and pan gasket 

• Input and output seals on the transmission 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report  

• This 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is offered with the six-digit odometer currently showing just over 37,524 miles at the time of listing 

Features 

• The chassis number (1G1YY22P0R5111125) decodes as: 

  • 1 – United States 

  • G – General Motors 

  • 1 – Chevrolet  

  • Y – Y Line Body (Corvette) 

  • Y – Standard Corvette (non-ZR1) 

  • 2 – Coupe 

  • 2 – Active restraint system 

  • P – LT1 5.7L V8 300 hp 

  • 0 – Random security number 

  • R – 1994 model year 

  • 5 – Bowling Green, Kentucky, assembly plant 

  • 111125 – Serial number starting at 100001 

• Pop-up headlights 

• Staggered 17 inch aluminum wheels 

• Fog lights 

• Cruise control 

• Air conditioning 

• Delco AM/FM/CD/Cassette stereo 

• Bosch ABS and traction control 

• Leather-wrapped steering wheel 

• Power door locks with remote, keyless entry 

• Dual electric remote-controlled heated sports mirrors 

• Tilting steering column 

Known Imperfections 

• Backlight on the radio and the CD and Cassette functions do not work 

• Minor wear on the driver’s seat bolster 

• Slight wear and scratches on console 

• Minor wear on steering wheel 

• Scratches on front valance 

• Minor paint chips 

Included 

• Owner’s manual and leather booklet 

• Wrench for top removal 

• Factory socket for wheel locks 

Ownership History The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this three owner 1994 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe in Tennessee and Michigan. The consignor purchased this Corvette on 24 October 2020 with 35,194 miles showing. It currently displays 37,524 original miles.