Corvette Anomaly - The Corvette has long been an icon of American automotive engineering, known for its sleek design and high-performance capabilities. When people think of a Corvette, they typically envision a two-door sports car built for speed and style. However, there was a time when a rare four-door version of the Corvette existed, defying the traditional image of this legendary vehicle. Unlike the digital renderings that often circulate online, this four-door Corvette was a real car, built in very limited numbers for a select group of buyers.
Super rare 1980 Corvette four-doors built by California Custom Coachworks under commissioned of General Motors in limited number of 6 unit only (including one of them was a prototype). (Picture from: DesignYouTrust.com)
In the late 1970s, a Pasadena-based company called California Custom Coachworks was commissioned by General Motors to create an exclusive four-door variant of the Corvette. This wasn’t an official Chevrolet model, but rather a custom-built project designed to blend the Corvette’s aggressive performance with the practicality of a four-door sedan. The result was the 1980 Corvette America, an elongated version of the classic sports car, unlike anything seen before or since.
Super rare 1980 Corvette four-doors was deliberately built for anyone who want to combine the Corvette's sporty character with the practicality of a four-door sedan. (Picture from: DesignYouTrust.com)
To create this rare vehicle, California Custom Coachworks took a standard two-door C3 Corvette and extended its body by 30 inches. This modification added significant weight—approximately 500 lbs—while also drastically altering its appearance. Despite the unconventional design, the car retained the Corvette’s signature performance and styling cues.
Super rare 1980 Corvette four-doors was in the red olored interior ranging from the seats, dashboard, and seat belts all red. (Picture from: DesignYouTrust.com)
Only six units were ever produced, with one serving as the prototype and
the remaining five delivered to customers. Today, it is believed that
only two of these unique vehicles have survived.One of these rare four-door Corvettes, painted in a striking shade of red, surfaced for sale in 2019 at the NBS Auto Showroom. Its vibrant exterior was matched by an equally bold red interior, covering everything from the seats to the dashboard and seat belts.
Super rare 1980 Corvette four-doors built based on the standard Corvette by lengthened it to 30 inches. (Picture from: DesignYouTrust.com)
The odometer showed just 20,000 miles, as the car had primarily been used for auto shows rather than regular driving. Given its extreme rarity, the price tag of $35,000 was considerably higher than the cost of a standard Corvette at the time. However, for dedicated collectors, the exclusivity and historical significance of this model made it a worthwhile investment.
With such a small number ever built, the 1980 Corvette America remains one of the most unusual and elusive Corvettes in history. While it may not have achieved mainstream success, it stands as a fascinating chapter in the story of this legendary sports car. Those lucky enough to own one today possess a truly unique piece of automotive history—one that continues to captivate enthusiasts and collectors alike.*** [EKA [30032021] | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARBUZZ | DESIGNYOUTRUST | NBS AUTOSHOWROOM ]
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With such a small number ever built, the 1980 Corvette America remains one of the most unusual and elusive Corvettes in history. While it may not have achieved mainstream success, it stands as a fascinating chapter in the story of this legendary sports car. Those lucky enough to own one today possess a truly unique piece of automotive history—one that continues to captivate enthusiasts and collectors alike.*** [EKA [30032021] | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARBUZZ | DESIGNYOUTRUST | NBS AUTOSHOWROOM ]
