44k-Mile 1994 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 6-Speed

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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When the C4 was unveiled in 1984, it represented a clean break from Zora Arkus-Duntov’s C3, with a completely new chassis and sleeker, more modern — but still evolutionary — styling. It was packed with then-new technology like Bosch anti-lock braking, traction control, climate control, and analog/digital instruments. In a departure from the fiberglass panels of its forebears, the C4’s rear bumpers and panels used a sheet molding compound. And for the first time since 1957, the Corvette used single headlights instead of dual units, but they were still retractable.

The C4’s ride quality was significantly improved over the years, with its fully independent suspension achieving both a smoother ride and greater grip. And in 1992, the TPI engine was replaced by the high-compression LT1 V8. By ’94, that LT1 provided the driver with 300 horsepower, along with 340 lb-ft of torque that makes the lightweight Corvette so much fun to drive.

This 1994 Corvette Convertible has the desirable LT1 with six-speed manual transmission combo and ZR1-style five-spoke rims. As Chevrolet’s ’94 brochure said, “From its aerodynamic shape to its driver-focused cockpit, Corvette is engineered for those who love to drive.”

Highlights

• Offered from The Generous Collection

• Finished in Torch Red (70) with black convertible top and red leather upholstery

• Powered by a 5.7-liter LT1 V8 rated at 300 hp and 340 lb-ft of torque

• Six-speed manual transmission

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report

Features

• Revised, more comfortable bucket seats

• Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, drilled and slotted front rotors

• Power seats, locks, windows, and mirrors

• Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob

• Red carpet

• Air conditioning

• Dolby AM/FM/Cassette stereo

• Five-spoke alloy wheels

• Michelin Pilot XGT 24 tires: 255/45ZR17 front, 285/40ZR17 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. 

• Driver’s side retractable headlight needs repair or new gears

• Convertible top functions but needs adjustment

• Scratches on door sill

• Wear on driver’s seat

• A/C and heater controls need to be replaced or serviced

Ownership History

This 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is offered from The Generous Collection of no reserve automobiles. The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places it in Ohio and Tennessee.

Additional Notes

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: Frank Malefors Phone: 602-488-7888 Email: fmalefors@hagerty.com

Title in Transit:   

What does Title in Transit mean? 

Hagerty Marketplace has confirmed a clean title status, the owner maintains the title in hand and will send it to the Hagerty Marketplace team to be reassigned to the new owner after the auction is complete. 

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.