8,700-Mile 2004 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Commemorative Edition Six-Speed

Description

The C5 Corvette, unveiled for the 1997 model year, represented a significant leap forward for America’s sports car. Following the 15-year production run of its predecessor, the C5 arrived as a thoroughly modern interpretation of the classic Corvette. Chevrolet engineers employed hydroformed frame rails and a rear-mounted transaxle, resulting in a chassis both lighter and more rigid than the outgoing C4. Other new features included a drive-by-wire throttle and a variable effort power steering system, but most notably, the C5 introduced the world to the LS engine—an all-aluminum V8 that offered increased power and reduced weight compared to the previous LT1 unit. In 2004, Chevrolet produced a limited run of 2,025 24 Hours of Le Mans Commemorative Edition models. These special variants featured Le Mans Blue Metallic paintwork, bespoke badging, unique wheels, and, on Z06 models, a carbon fiber hood. The C5 Corvette continues to represent excellent value in the performance car market, with low-mileage, limited-production examples like the car on offer being particularly sought after.

Highlights 

• One of 2,025 Commemorative Edition examples produced in 2004 

• One-owner vehicle showing 8,712 miles at the time of listing 

• Unique Le Mans Blue Metallic finish 

• Commemorative Edition Shale leather interior with special seat embroidery 

• 5.7-liter LS1 V8 rated at 350 horsepower and 375 lb-ft of torque 

• Six-speed manual transmission 

• 17x8.5-inch front, 18x9.5-inch rear high-polished five-spoke aluminum wheels 

• One-piece removable roof panel (transparent) 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

Features  

• Air conditioning with dual-zone temperature controls 

• AM/FM stereo with CD player and Bose speaker system 

• Cruise control 

• PASS-Key theft-deterrent system with horn alarm 

• Remote Keyless Entry system 

• Bucket seats with leather seating surfaces 

• Six-way adjustable power driver seat 

• Tilt-Wheel steering column 

• Power windows and door locks 

• Daytime Running Lamps 

• Dual power, remote heated sport mirrors 

• Retractable halogen headlamps 

• Solar-Ray light-tinted, flush-mounted glass 

• Limited slip differential 

• Four-wheel disc antilock brakes 

• Fully independent suspension with transverse fiberglass leaf springs 

• Speed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering 

• Electronic Traction Control 

• Active Handling System 

• Aftermarket C5 plate in-between the exhaust 

Known Imperfections 

• Minor scratch on the right-front wheel 

Included 

• Clear front mats and black cargo mat 

Ownership History 

The accompanying clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report confirms that this 2004 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Commemorative Edition is a one-owner vehicle purchased new by the New York-based consignor. The consignor reports that this is a highly original example with less than normal wear that has been garage-kept when not in use and retains all of its original equipment.