Revell 1999 Corvette Hardtop

Revell Kit # 85-2527 is a 1999 Corvette hardtop plastic model kit in 1/24 scale. The kit is still in the outer factory sealed cellophane and in like new condition. The Chevrolet Corvette C5 is the fifth generation of the sports car produced by Chevrolet for the 1997 through 2004 model years. The first truly all-new Corvette since the original, a new generation of designers and engineers achieved higher levels of performance, sophistication, and quality with car enthusiasts hailing the C5 as the best Corvette ever. The C5 was a major change from the previous generation. Designed from the outset as a sturdy convertible (as opposed to a coupé that was subsequently weakened by the removal of the roof structure in order to accommodate demand for a convertible model), the car now had a hydroformed box frame. The transmission was moved to the rear of the car to form an integrated, rear-mounted transaxle assembly which was connected to the all-new LS1 engine via a torque tube; this engine/transmission arrangement helped facilitate a desirable 50-50 (percentage, front-rear) weight distribution for the vehicle.  New for 1999 was the hardtop style body.

The kit features a beautifully tooled 1999 Corvette C5 hardtop style body.  Other features included the 5.7 Liter LS1 small block V-8 engine, opening hood, authentic factory stock decals, Goodyear tires, and detailed interior and chassis. This kit has been a modeling favorite for many years. It would be a great addition to your collection or for you builders looking for a unique building project.