2003 Chevrolet Corvette

2003 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe The C5 Corvette was a game changer because it improved on the progressively rounder C4 and created a sleeker car with more power, better fuel economy, and more driver focused ergonomics. Magnetic Selective Ride Control was standard on 1SC equipped anniversary editions and most other 2003 models. The successful run of the C5 went from 1997 through the 2004 model year with more than 30,000 units produced each year.    For consignment, a 2003 Corvette Coupe with a title verified 45,382 actual miles. 5,205 Corvettes in 2003 were Torch Red, about half the number that ended up with Anniversary Red Metallic and a total production of 35,469 units. This one is equipped with the Preferred Equipment Package that includes headsup display, magnetic ride control, and other options. Exterior The wide and low front end with its hidden headlights and narrow horizontal grille is sporty and aggressive. There is no mistaking this look when one is coming up behind you on the highway. The side gills set the stage for body contours that extend past the door, and the chrome 5 spoke wheels are in excellent condition with 17-inchers up front and 18-inchers in back. Side mirrors and the flush door handles are body colored and the rear valance, topped by those epic four tail lights, is wide and aggressive and the Corvette stamping is almost ghost like. The air foils and quad tailpipes at the bottom create a stunning visual and auditory delight, while the targa top blends in almost seamlessly and color matched to the car, with a smoked glass optional top stowed under the hatch. Imperfections are limited to a chip on the rocker panel, touched up chips elsewhere, random scratches, and scuffs on apron and chin.  Interior The molded plastic doors are fully Ebony with controls canted to fit the wrist. Black leather sport bucket seats are in super shape with straight stitched inserts and firm side bolstering and noted is some slight patina to the driver's seat and fraying of the embroidered Corvette on the back. Our black steering wheel is in very nice condition while the standard gauge package is clear and easy to read with no unnecessary extras. The standard AM/FM/multi-CD radio is in the center stack along with the heat and AC controls, all housed in molded black plastic. The thumb actuated shifter is situated in a boot of black leather next to an active handling button while black low pile carpet covers the floor and continues in the rear cargo area. We note some depressions in the foam headliner but overall this is a clean interior.  Drivetrain Power comes from a 5.7 liter LS1 V8 rated at 345 horsepower presenting cleanly under the hood. This potent mill is tied to a 4L60E 4-speed automatic transmission that routes power to the rear axle with 3.15 gears and Positraction.    Undercarriage Clean and unremarkable underneath, here's where we find four wheel power disc brakes, dual exhaust running through original equipment, and double wishbone cast aluminum upper and lower control arms, transverse mounted composite leaf springs, and monotube shock absorbers make up the suspension for the front and the rear.  Drive-Ability No surprises here, just a nice stock C5 doing its thing. That means fantastic power, stupendous handling, and the racecar feel that comes at a price unmatched in the performance car world.  All functions on this dapper Duntov operate as they should and we return it to the heated confines of our showroom. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.  As much as we love modified vehicles, there's something to be said about those kept clean and stock, like this '03 Corvette. Nice C5's tend to sell here at Classic Auto Mall so we would encourage quick action on this one. Your spouse will understand why the Camry has been kicked out of the gara