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Corvette
1988 Chevrolet Corvette
United States
Gasoline
RWD
Convertible
Updated Aug 27, 2026
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Specifications
Vehicle Details
Powertrain
Dimensions
Engine & Performance
Dimensions & Weight
Exterior
Interior
Safety & Security
Other
Vehicle Details
Year
1988
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Corvette
Body Style
Convertible
Generation
C4
Seats
2
Doors
2
Fuel
Gasoline
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
Automatic
Manual, 4
6-speed
Powertrain
Engine Name
5.7 V8 TPI
Engine Configuration
V
Power (hp)
243 hp
Power (kW)
179 kW
Torque
468 Nm (345 lb-ft)
Displacement
5,735 cc
Dimensions
Length
4,535 mm
(178.5 in)
Width
1,796 mm
(70.7 in)
Height
1,177 mm
(46.3 in)
Wheelbase
2,444 mm
(96.2 in)
Engine & Performance
Engine
Engine Fluids
Synthetic Oil (viscosity)
5W-30
10W-30
Semi-synthetic Oil (viscosity)
5W-30
10W-30
Engine Oil, Volume
4.2 litres
Engine Configuration
Bore
101.6 mm
(4.0 in)
Stroke
88.39 mm
(3.5 in)
Compression Ratio
9 :1
Engine Configuration
V-Engine
Type of Combustion Engine
Piston
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission
Automatic
Manual, 4
6-speed
Dimensions & Weight
Exterior
Track, Front
1,466 mm
(57.7 in)
Track, Rear
1,500 mm
(59.1 in)
Turning Circle
12.6 m
Weight
Max Roof Load
0 kg
(0 lb)
Exterior
Chassis & Body
Chassis
Chassis
Cabriolet Soft-top
Platform
General Motors Platforms
Y Platform (2nd Generation)
Equipment
Side Mirrors
Mirror Type
Conventional
Interior
Equipment
Instrument Cluster
Odometer Limit
100,000 km/miles
300,000 km/miles
Climate Control
Air Condition
Optional
Connectivity
Radio
AM
FM
Speakers
Safety & Security
Brake Systems
Power Brakes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Other
Car Classification
American Classification
Convertible
British Classification
Convertible
Australian Classification
Sports Car
European Segment
S-Segment
Car.info Classification
Sports Car
Awards
Motor Trend
Chevrolet
1,872 vehicles
Heated
Optional
House Colour
Same as Car
Windows
Window Lifts, Front
Powered
Rims & Tires
Number of Bolts
5 pcs
Bolt Distance
120.6
Nut/Bolt Dimensions
M12x1.5
Central Bore (CB), front
70.3
Rim Material
Alloy
Total Number of Speakers
4 pcs
Speaker Brand
Bose
Other Equipment
Driver Side
Optional
Other Equipment › Driver Side
Make-up Light
Optional
Steering Wheel
Power Steering
Yes
Adjustments
Tilt
Telescope
Material
Leather
Colour
Black
Steering Ratio
15.6 :1
Trunk
Rear Trunk
Yes
Rear Trunk
Volume
186 litres
Design
Interior Decor Material
Plastic
Interior Decor Colour
Black
Transmission Knob Material
Leather
Seats
Front Seats › Adjustments, Driver
Seat Height
Optional
Backrest Angle
Optional
Front Seats
Power Seat, Driver
Optional
Power Seat, Passenger
Optional
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Variant
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C4
1986–1990
Year
1988
Powertrain
5.7 V8 TPI
Horsepower
243 hp
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Transmission
Automatic | Manual, 4 | 6-speed
Gasoline
Convertible
RWD
Automatic | Manual, 4 | 6-speed
Gasoline
