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How much horsepower does a Corvette C3 have?

How much horsepower does a Corvette C3 have?

Powertrain specs

Engine type V8
Displacement 5.7 l (348 ci)
Power 360 ps (355 bhp / 265 kw)
Torque 549 Nm (405 lb-ft)
Power / liter 63 ps (62 hp)

What was the rear hatch on the 1982 Corvette C3?

The introduction of the rear hatch on the Collectors Edition C3 was a definite precursor to the next-generation C4 Corvette . Aside from the glass hatch, the Collectors Edition also featured many unique accoutrements that set it apart from other 1982 Corvettes.

What was the interior of a 1982 corvette?

The interior of the 1982 Collectors Edition Corvette. First and foremost, the 1982 Collectors Edition Corvette introduced a frameless lifting rear-glass hatchback – a Corvette first – in place of the customary fixed backlight (which had been standard on the C3 since its introduction in 1968.

What was the last year a C3 Corvette was made?

The 1982 Corvette (seen here with a 1962 Corvette) was the last of C3 Corvettes. (Image courtesy of GM Media.)

What was the speed of a 1982 corvette?

The 1982 Corvette was clocked at 16.1 seconds for a quarter mile, running a speed of 84.5 mph. Because Chevrolet was not trying to make any major improvements on a generation that was coming to a close, the 1982 Corvette saw very few cosmetic changes, on the base coupe.

Is there a 1982 C3 Corvette for sale?

For Sale: A gold 1982 C3 Corvette. This Corvette has a custom engine which has been blueprinted and balanced. The ports have been polished, the performance has been updated with roller cams. The ca… More Info ›

What did they do to the corvette in 1982?

Other mechanical changes to the 1982 Corvette included the addition of an in-tank electric fuel pump as well as a new fuel metering system which included a positive fuel cutoff to prevent engine run-on (dieseling.) A new solenoid-operated trap door was installed in the hood that opened at full throttle to allowed the engine to “breathe” better.

When was the last generation of Corvettes made?

In 1982, those rising suspicions came to fruition when Chevrolet announced that the 1982 Corvette would be the last of the third generation.

What was the VIN number for a 1982 corvette?

The last six digits for the Corvette Coupe begin at 100001 and run thru 125408 accounting for all 25,407 Corvette Coupes built in 1982. Each Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is unique to an individual car.

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