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1981 Chevrolet Corvette

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6428 Dawson Blvd Suite 1246
Norcross, GA 30093

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Vehicle Specifications

VIN
1G1AY8765BS431309
Classic Car ID
102768270
Stock Number
7
Category
American Classics
Body Style
Coupe
New/Used
Used
Mileage
108,884 miles
Engine
5.7L V8
Transmission
Automatic 3-Speed
Exterior Color
White
Interior Color
Red

Classic Car Overview

1981 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe 350 V8 Automatic Clean Title

VIN: 1G1AY8765BS431309

This 1981 Chevrolet Corvette is a solid running and driving project with tons of potential. Finished in White with a Red interior, this classic C3 Corvette has the iconic look everyone loves and would make a great father-and-son project, weekend cruiser, or patina-style build.

According to the VIN decoding, this Corvette was built in St. Louis, Missouri and is a factory V8 coupe equipped with the 5.7L (350ci) engine and automatic transmission. 1981 was also the first year Corvette switched to the modern 17-digit VIN format.

Powered by the reliable 350ci V8 paired with an automatic transmission, the car starts, runs, and drives. It features power steering, power brakes, glass T-tops, and the correct Centerline aluminum wheels wrapped in classic white-letter tires for that perfect vintage look.

Several important maintenance items have already been replaced, including:

New exhaust

New alternator

New battery

New power steering components

New A/C compressor

Please note:

The A/C system is currently not blowing cold

Power door locks are not functioning

The headlight vacuum system is not operating correctly, which is why the headlights are currently in the up position. However, the vacuum canisters appear to have been replaced in recent years.

The interior appears to be mostly original and presents well for its age, though the drivers seat does have a tear. The exterior paint shows fading and wear consistent with age, giving the car a true survivor/patina appearance that many enthusiasts are looking for today.

This Corvette comes with lots of records and documentation, adding to its history and value. Overall, this is an honest, affordable classic that you can enjoy while improving over time. Great candidate for a mild restoration, resto-mod, or preservation-style patina build.

Please see photos for full overall condition. Clean title in hand.

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