2002 Chevrolet Corvette Base

2002 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
Offered for Sale by Central Classic Cars

8444 Central Ave, Sylvania, Ohio 43560

Phone: 419-517-1795

Vehicle Overview
Year: 2002

Make: Chevrolet

Model: Corvette

Body Style: 2-Door Coupe

VIN: 1G1YY22G425115863

Mileage: 98,227 miles

Exterior Color: Quick Silver Metallic

Interior: Grey Leather

Price: $16,999

CARFAX: Clean CARFAX

Condition: Safety Inspected & Ready to Hit the Road

A True American Performance Icon
Here is an excellent opportunity to own a 2002 Chevrolet Corvette C5 Coupe, one of the most iconic American sports cars of its generation. Finished in Quick Silver Metallic over a Grey Leather interior, this Corvette delivers the classic combination Corvette enthusiasts look for: timeless styling, strong V8 performance, rear-wheel drive, and genuine sports-car character.

With 98,227 miles, this Corvette represents an appealing way to get behind the wheel of a C5 without the price tag of many newer performance cars. It has a Clean CARFAX, has been safety inspected, and is ready for its next owner to enjoy.

Under the hood, the C5 Corvette is powered by Chevrolet's legendary 5.7-liter LS1 V8. The LS1 was one of the major highlights of the completely redesigned fifth-generation Corvette, combining an all-aluminum construction with strong performance and an excellent reputation among enthusiasts. The 2001–2004 base Corvettes were rated at approximately 350 horsepower.

Why the C5 Corvette Is So Special
The C5 Corvette was a major turning point in Corvette history. Introduced for 1997, it was an essentially ground-up redesign featuring a hydroformed chassis, independent suspension, a rear-mounted transaxle and near 50/50 weight distribution. These engineering changes helped give the C5 exceptional handling and balance while retaining the Corvette's traditional V8 performance.

The C5 also offers something that makes it particularly attractive today: serious performance with everyday usability. Edmunds praised the 2002 Corvette for its combination of ultra-high performance and daily-driver livability, while owner reviews frequently highlight the LS1's strong power, highway manners and overall driving enjoyment.

The coupe's rear hatch also provides an impressive amount of usable cargo space for a sports car, making the C5 considerably more practical than its exotic-car appearance might suggest.
A Highly Desirable C5 Generation
For Corvette enthusiasts, the 2001–2004 C5 models are particularly appealing because they represent the later years of the generation and benefit from numerous refinements made throughout the C5's production run. Enthusiast buyer guides frequently point toward the later C5s as desirable choices for buyers looking for the performance and character of the platform.

And while the C5 may now be considered an older Corvette, that's exactly what makes these cars so interesting. They offer:

Legendary 5.7L LS1 V8 performance

Approximately 350 horsepower

Rear-wheel-drive sports-car handling

Lightweight aluminum V8 construction

Near 50/50 weight distribution

Classic C5 Corvette styling

Removable roof panel

Two-seat sports-car configuration

Excellent performance value

Increasing enthusiast and collector interest
Corvette History
The fifth-generation Corvette, known as the C5, debuted for the 1997 model year and represented one of the most significant redesigns in Corvette history. Chevrolet replaced the previous generation with an entirely new platform designed around improved rigidity, handling and weight distribution. The new LS1 V8 also represented a major technological step forward for Chevrolet's small-block V8 family.<