2003 Chevrolet Corvette 50th Anniversary Convertible Six-Speed

Description

After nearly 15 years of the fourth-generation Corvette, GM launched the most radically new version of America's sports car since its debut in 1953. The new C5 was lighter and stiffer than the C4, thanks to hydroformed frame rails. It featured a transaxle that improved weight distribution and enhanced interior space. Drive-by-wire throttle and variable effort power steering were other new features. However, the most important aspect of the C5 Corvette was the introduction of the all-aluminum LS V8 engine. Chevrolet offered a number of limited-production models, including the 50th Anniversary model in 2003, celebrating half a century of Corvette production. 

Highlights 

• Powered by a 5.7-liter V8 rated at 350 horsepower 

• Equipped with the desirable six-speed manual transmission 

• Finished in a special one-year-only Anniversary Red exterior with special crossed flags badging and color coordinated Champagne aluminum wheels 

• Upholstered with a unique Shale interior with a matching convertible top  

• Displaying just under 45,000 miles at the time of listing 

• Upgrades are said to include a short throw shifter and LED lights 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

Features 

• Sport bucket seats 

• Shale floor mats with exclusive 50th Anniversary badging 

• Glass rear window with electric defogger 

• Embroidered headrests 

• Painted 50th Anniversary shifter knob 

• Aircraft-inspired Head-Up Display (HUD) system 

• A multifunction Driver Information Center 

• Telescopic steering wheel 

• AM/FM stereo with CD Player and BOSE music system, including speed-sensitive volume 

• Fully independent suspension with transverse springs 

• Power rack-and-pinion speed-sensitive steering 

• Limited-slip differential 

• Four-wheel disc brakes 

• Stainless steel exhaust system with quad tips 

Known Imperfections 

• Minor wear on the emblems 

Included 

• Owner's manual 

• Wheel locks 

Ownership History 

The CARFAX Vehicle History Report shows that this 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 50th Anniversary Convertible was initially sold in December 2002 in Pennsylvania, with subsequent registrations in New Jersey and Florida before being acquired by the current owner in June 2023 with just under 43,000 miles.