1986 Chevrolet Corvette Car

1986 Chevrolet Corvette

2dr Coupe 8-cyl. 350cid/230hp FI

Value adjustments

+$500 for glass roof on cpe.| +$500 for Z51 suspension pkg.| -8% for auto trans.
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Model description

1986 re-introduced something that had been missing from the Chevrolet Corvette franchise since 1975— a true convertible. Considering the B-pillar and connecting material were integral to the Corvette Coupe’s structure, the frame was considerably reworked and it actually resulted in the ‘Vette emitting less creaks over bumps. A C4 Convertible was the offcial pace car at the Indy 500 that year, and all 7,315 Corvette Convertibles in 1986 were shipped with the “Offcial Pace Car” decal in the trunk so the owner could decide to add it or not.

For the L98 engine, new aluminum heads replaced the cast iron ones, resulting in a bump of about 5 hp. Early 1986 Corvette heads proved too thin, though, and there are cracking issues under high load. These heads were later upgraded to thicker ones later in the production run, and you can tell these heads by their larger intake ports and centrally located, copper-core spark plugs. Triple catalytic converters were also added for 1986 to keep up with EPA regulations and the gas tank on automatic models was reduced by two gallons.

For 1986, Bosch ABS standard became on all Corvettes and a high-mount center brake light was added per government regulation. It is located where the rear window rises to meet the roof, and visually distinguishes ’86-andnewer models from the older C4’s.

Another addition was the Pass Key I passive anti-theft system. Each key contained a unique pellet, which was detected by the car to allow entry into the vehicle, but only 15 different pellet types existed. With a 1-in-15 chance of a stolen key working, thieves quickly took advantage, and the Pass Key quickly lost its advantage.

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Enthusiastic collectors of the C4 might be particularly interested in the “Malcom Koner Special Edition” coupes. They honored a New Jersey dealer and featured a unique two-tone paint scheme. Only 50 were built, and who knows how many are in original spec. GM produced 35,109 Corvettes for the 1986 model year, and they carried a base price of around $26,000

Body styles

Engine types

8-cyl. 350cid/230hp FI

1984-1996 Chevrolet Corvette stats

Equipment

Vehicle’s condition classifcation

1. Concours
   vehicles are the best in the world. Imagine the best vehicle, in the right colors, driving onto the lawn at the fnest concours. Perfectly clean, the vehicle has been groomed down to the tire treads. Painted and chromed surfaces are mirror-like. Dust and dirt are banned, and materials used are correct and superbly ftted.

2. Excellent
   vehicles could win a local or regional show. They might even be former #1 vehicles that have been driven or have aged. Seasoned observers will have to look closely for faws but will be able to fnd some. The paint, chrome, glass and fnishes will all appear as excellent. The vehicle drives as a new vehicle of its era would.

3. Good
   vehicles drive and run well but are not used for daily transportation. The casual passerby will not fnd any visual faws, but these vehicles might have some incorrect parts. #3 vehicles could possess some, but not all, of the issues of a #4 vehicle, but they will be balanced by other factors such as fresh paint or a new, correct interior.

4. Fair
   vehicles are daily drivers, with faws visible to the naked eye. The chrome might have pitting, the windshield might be chipped and perhaps the body has a minor dent. Imperfect paintwork, split seams or a cracked dash might be present. No major parts are missing, but there might be non-stock additions. A

   4 vehicle can also be a deteriorated restoration.

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