- Seller: Donald S (Contact)
- Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Mileage: 90,885 Shown
- Chassis #: 1G1YY2183J5114163
- Title Status: Clean
- Engine: 5.7-Liter 256hp V8
- Transmission: Automatic
Finding a one-owner Corvette is always a win, but when it comes from an estate and has spent its entire life in a dry climate like Colorado, it gets even more interesting. This 1988 Chevrolet Corvette 35th Anniversary Edition checks those boxes, though it comes with a clear “project car” label that buyers will want to understand upfront. According to the seller, this Corvette was purchased new by its original owner and remained in Colorado its entire life before being acquired from her estate. It’s now showing just over 90k miles and comes with a clean title. That kind of history is appealing, especially for a special-edition C4.
Finished in the signature Anniversary white-on-white color scheme, the car still presents well overall. The interior features white leather that shows some age but remains in decent condition, and the carpet is said to be solid. The dash does have a crack, though a dash cover is included to help tidy things up.
One of the highlights here is the trio of roof options included. You’ll get two tinted glass tops plus a folding fabric top (which will need recovering), giving this Corvette a level of versatility that many C4s simply don’t have. Add in a set of desirable factory-style wheels wrapped in new tires, and you’ve got some strong visual appeal right out of the gate. The seller also notes some scratches on the hood, one of which appears to be fairly deep. Overall, the body and paint present well.
Mechanically, this is where things get more project-oriented. The car has been in storage for 12-14 years, and while it has been briefly started using an alternative fuel source—with gauges reportedly functioning—it’s not currently drivable. The fuel system will need attention, with the seller noting rust and varnish in the gas tank and recommending replacement. There are also some typical C4 electrical gremlins, a faulty neutral safety switch, and general recommissioning needs that come with long-term storage. On the plus side, some work has already been done, including new front brake pads, a fresh battery, and a brake system bleed. The pop-up headlights function properly, and key weatherstripping components for the windows are included with the sale.
This Corvette is being offered as a Barn Finds auction with a reasonable reserve, making it an approachable entry point into classic Corvette ownership—especially for someone willing to tackle a bit of mechanical sorting. So, what’s your move here? Bring it back to stock and enjoy a clean Anniversary Edition cruiser, or use it as a blank canvas for a more modernized C4 build?
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