Before detailing the specifics of this upcoming auction on a C4 Corvette, we should preface the sale by the sheer paucity of the car as an entity. Rewind to 1996, C4 Corvette production was winding down, and the Collector Edition (Z15 package) was being offered. Only 5,412 were put into production, of that only 1,381 would have the convertible option checked, and a mere 68 of those would come in Sebring Silver metallic with red leather interior – this is one of those Corvettes. Currently possessing 43,000 miles, this LT4 powered, 6-speed selected heartthrob still has the original interior in excellent condition and an exterior that exudes “driven tenderly.” More significant than that, the Collector Edition goes far beyond the addition of cool badges. Instead, it embodies some of the most outstanding options and exclusives that Chevrolet made available for Corvette models at the time. The wheels, interior, and motor were all seamlessly integrated from other variants or options included as standard to make it the beacon of everything GM got right with the C4. At a rated 330 horsepower, and with even more torque, you better believe that with the keys in your pocket you can still make this ‘Vette burn through a set of tires and smoke competitors at signals.
