1996 Chevrolet Corvette Consumer Reviews

'96 Collectors Ed.

Written by: bcar2x20 on 01/21/2008

Vehicle

1996 Chevrolet Corvette 2 Dr STD Coupe

Review

My '96 Collectors Edition is my daily driver! Live in Colorado and drive rain, snow or shine. I purchased with 108,000 miles and have been pleasantly surprised at how reliable the car is. Performance is great and still gets attention with over 135,000 miles on it. Drove down town last year to view a car show. When leaving a man and his young son walked by as I was getting ready to pull out. Much to my surprise they stopped and admired my car for 2 or 3 minutes stating "nice car we did't get to see Corvette today!". I think that statement speaks for itself. Still amazes me that a 10 year old Vette can have so much performance, quality and reliability for what you pay!

Favorite Features

Performance: 0-60mph in 4.9 sec., most past Ferarris can't do that! Styling: I love the Collectors ed. silver w/5 spoke zr1 type wheels. Rear hatch: I like the looks and ability to put suitcases or two sets of golf clubs in car. Mileage; 18 in town, 22-24 hwy. Bose sound system: sounds great!

Suggested Improvements

The wide tires will pull you around on an old grooved out road. no, nothings wrong with car! My bose sound system will not take a cd anymore (old).use i- pod , still sounds awesome. Brakes aren't as strong as I'd prefer. Noticeable Body/chassis flex w/top off.

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Fun, Fun, Fun

Written by: simbadb on 10/07/2007

Vehicle

1996 Chevrolet Corvette 2 Dr STD Coupe

Review

The last and the best of the C4. The 1996 LT4 engine is a real sleeper and conservatively rated at 330hp. If you can find a fine condition LT4, Buy It!, as this engine option particularly in Collector Edition badging should maintain its value over the coming years.

Favorite Features

Performance, styling

Suggested Improvements

Exit/Entry. Torsional rigidity is lessened with top off

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American Muscle Car

Written by: Jerry Miranda on 08/31/2007

Vehicle

1996 Chevrolet Corvette 2 Dr STD Coupe

Review

I've only had the Vette for half a year and it was a one owner, garage- kept sports car. I love it beyond words. The paint job alone is better than any vehicle I have ever owned and all but two of my almost 20 car purchases were new cars. This is the last and best of the C4 style and could become a classic. No Chevy recall on this year or the 1995, only ones so far (to my knowledge).

Favorite Features

Paint job (Torch Red) and speed, it moves and my average mileage is not bad (>18mpg). I get over 20 mpg routinely on highway trips.

Suggested Improvements

I have no suggestions just yet.

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Great Car

Written by: Danny on 06/23/2006

Vehicle

1996 Chevrolet Corvette 2 Dr STD Coupe

Review

I love the LT-4 higher revving engine (6400 rpm redline) coupled with the 6- spd manual transmission. This car rates a 10 on the fun meter to drive. Gas mileage is great as long as you keep your right foot out of it around town. Love the performance, brakes, ice cold a/c, Bose stereo and above all reliability. Great car!

Favorite Features

LT-4 Engine

Suggested Improvements

None!

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Great Fun Car to drive

Written by: William Nicoson on 06/04/2006

Vehicle

1996 Chevrolet Corvette 2 Dr STD Coupe

Review

I have always wanted a Corvette. I finally got one even tho it's used it is in pristine condition. I have had to put a new water pump and replace the airflow guard underneath and the antenna won't retract all the way but I still love the car. Great handling and great power.

Favorite Features

I love the whole car. I hope to keep it a long time.

Suggested Improvements

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1996 Collector Corvette

Written by: Joe St. Romain on 02/25/2006

Vehicle

1996 Chevrolet Corvette 2 Dr STD Coupe

Review

I've bought this Vette new in 1996, and drive it about 6000 exciting miles per year. It is bullet proof sound. I never worry about it leaving me. Other than oil changes, the ONLY maint. on it was 1 set of brake pads, 2 sets of tires, 1 water pump, and 2 batteries. This is a VERY reliable car that can be driven hard if you want to.

Favorite Features

Delco Bose Gold sound system, automatic climate control, and fantastic seats highlight the interior. A beautiful look that still turns heads after 10 years with the 5 spoke wheels highlights the exterior. Superior performance and gas economy (yes! gas economy) highlight the drivetrain.

Suggested Improvements

It is perfect as is. Get one if you can, but plan on answering the question, "Why are you smiling so much?"

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Yellow LT-4 Ragtop

Written by: Don on 07/31/2005

Vehicle

1996 Chevrolet Corvette 2 Dr STD Convertible

Review

After 30 years of waiting and being practical, I finaly purchased my Corvette. I wish a hadn't waited so long! I've always loved the styling of the C-4, paticularly with the updates they made in the early 90's. The LT-4 engine and 6 speed transmission make this car a ball to drive. The power is instantaneous and the torque makes the car easy to drive, even at low rpm's. While the car is ten years old, it only had 3,000 miles when I bought it last month. It's not often you come across a brand new 1996 Corvette convertible, so. It doesn't get any better than cruising with the top down on a warm summer night!

Favorite Features

Engine, transmission, convertible top and the many innovative features (for a ten year old car) like passive keyless entry, trip computers, Bose Gold sound system, etc. Oh yeah, I forgot that eye catching Competition Yellow paint.

Suggested Improvements

Like most owners, I'd prefer lower side sills for easier entry and exit. Also, the body flexes some on rough roads, particularly with the top down.

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I love my Collector Edition

Written by: Terrence on 07/15/2005

Vehicle

1996 Chevrolet Corvette 2 Dr STD Coupe

Review

This is a very fun car. The performance is great, the suspension is nice, and the brakes are adequate. What I like most about it, is the cockpit feeling of the interior, and the C4 body styling.

Favorite Features

LT4 engine.

Suggested Improvements

Lower door sills would make it easier to get out of. Not a fan of the digital gauges.

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Love this car!

Written by: LT1 on 08/16/2004

Vehicle

1996 Chevrolet Corvette 2 Dr STD Coupe

Review

We are in our early 30s with two children and have been playing with the idea to do sth not quite sensible about a car for quite a while. Next to an Outback and an Odyssey we wanted a fun to drive weekend car and test drove Boxsters, SLs and M3s. The Corvette is quite different in many aspects, it doesn't feel as expensive and not as luxurious as the others but it has some sort of spirit others can't deliver. The performance - even the LT1 - will blow you away. If you want a fun to drive two-seater and don't want to spend all $ of your equity line, get a C4 Corvette. The targa top is a nice alternative, to save serious $ on your insurance.

Favorite Features

Performance, exterior design look-at-me- factor

Suggested Improvements

the t-top is complicated to use - problem solved with the C5

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She is hot and fun

Written by: Chance on 07/29/2003

Vehicle

1996 Chevrolet Corvette 2 Dr Grand Sport Coupe

Review

Once you take her out and go for a ride you will be sold. I have spent my entire adult driving experience (32 years) behind some type of sports car, Triumph, MG, Porsche, BMW, but none of them have the raw testosterone pumping power of a Corvette! The sprit of this machine will enter your bloodstream and course through your veins until you are forced to go out, open the door, fire her up, melt into the seat and connect with the essence of freedom that she brings you. This car is an extension of the adult male image. It’s just too much of a good time! Be careful though, if you’re not ready to buy one, don’t go for a test drive, she will make you crazy.

Favorite Features

You have to have a 6 speed, if you don’t you will be missing part of the experience. The manual shift allows you to select the experience you want, when you want, not when you are told.

Suggested Improvements

She goes, but she needs to stop. The brakes are not all they are hoped to be. It just does not seem like she can stop on a dime when you ask for it.

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