1997 Chevrolet Corvette for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 12.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 5 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 12.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 5
For sale
We do not have a 1997 Chevrolet Corvette for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
1997 Chevrolet Corvette specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5.7L 8-cylinder | 5.7L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.8 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 291 g/km | 291 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $21.70 | $21.70 |
1997 Chevrolet Corvette: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 5.7 L | 5.7 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 24 | 25 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 23 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,350 | US$4,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,340 | $4,340 |
| Dimension | Corvette 2dr Coupe |
|---|---|
| Length | 4.56 m (180 in) |
| Width | 1.87 m (74 in) |
| Height | 1.21 m (48 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2.65 m (104 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,460 kg (3,219 lb) |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov); dimensions and curb weight are NHTSA vPIC Canadian vehicle specifications, by body. Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
- NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 153 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering (103), engine and engine cooling (15) and electrical system (13). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04V060000 | 2004-02-09 | steering:column locking:anti-theft device | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRONIC COLUMN LOCK SYSTEMS (ECL), WHEN THE IGNITION SWITCH IS TURNED TO "LOCK," THE ECL SYSTEM PREVENTS TURNING OF THE STEERING SYSTEM. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED, THE ECL UNLOCKS THE STEERING SYSTEM. THE VEHICLE IS DESIGNED SO THAT IF THE COLUMN FAILS TO UNLOCK WHEN... |
| 00V111000 | 2000-04-17 | seat belts:front | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE LAP BELT WEBBING CAN TWIST ALLOWING THE WEBBING TO BECOME JAMMED IN THE RETRACTOR. |
| 97V104000 | 1997-06-28 | seat belts:front:anchorage | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SEAT BELTS IN THESE VEHICLES INCORPORATE AN ENERGY MANAGEMENT LOOP. THIS LOOP IS INADEQUATE TO ABSORB THE NECESSARY FORCES THAT CAN BE EXERTED ON IT. THEREFORE, THE VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." |
| 97V105000 | 1997-06-23 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES HAVE A TORN FUEL TANK SENDING UNIT/PUMP SEAL. THIS CAN CAUSE FUEL ODOR AND/OR LEAKAGE AT THE ATTACHMENT LOCATION. |
| 97V044000 | 1997-03-20 | suspension:rear | THE REAR SUSPENSION TIE ROD ASSEMBLY CAN FRACTURE. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 1997 Chevrolet Corvette for buyers
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 1997 Chevrolet Corvette for sale by us right now. Here is the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
Before you sign for the Corvette
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. There are 5 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Owners filed 153 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering, engine and engine cooling and electrical system; have those parts checked. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
The figures, translated
The powertrain to know here is the 5.7L 8-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated at 12.4 L/100 km combined, so budget about 37 litres for 300 km. Every 100 km costs about $21.70 in fuel at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Is it right for your trip?
It uses more fuel than most, so it suits shorter trips or people who need its size. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
Room inside
Low and compact, it is a car for the drive more than the cargo. Length: 4.56 m. It fits most condo and driveway spots.
Drive it on your own roads
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. A week with the Corvette answers more than any brochure.
Which one to look for
Within the 1997 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
The cost of driving it
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $21.70 in fuel. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. The EPA estimates US$4,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Send a request
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1997 Chevrolet Corvette from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1997 Chevrolet Corvette for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
Does CarmaCars sell the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1997 Chevrolet Corvette before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette have recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4340.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.