FS: 1997 Torch Red Coupe 6spd; upgraded by DANNY POPP
06-26-2016, 09:22 PM
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FS: *Price Reduced* 1997 Torch Red Coupe 6spd; upgraded by DANNY POPP
Location: Mansfield, MA
Price: $11,000
Contact: birnie.matt@gmail.com
Description
For sale is a very well maintained and tastefully upgraded 1997 Corvette. I am the 2nd owner. Most of the car’s modifications, tuning, maintenance and setup were performed by SCCA, NASA and Optima Ultimate Street Car Invitational champion Danny Popp at McCluskey Chevrolet in Cincinnati, OH (the car is currently in the Boston area). Mileage on the car is around ~145k (I am still driving it). Everything on the car functions as it should… I am very meticulous and like things to work!
Modifications
All upgrades were installed with a purpose; not necessarily for outright speed but rather to eliminate any weak points in the drivetrain or chassis. There are no flashy modifications here. Just solid, purposeful upgrades to make the car quick and bullet proof. Danny Popp is one the most respected Corvette racers and mechanics out there and systematically upgraded this car based his vast experience. He knows where to get the best bang for the buck when upgrading and applied that knowledge by improving this car in steps with parts he has experience with. I have receipts of all modifications and maintenance performed on the car since new.
Drivetrain
C5 Z06 clutch master cylinder
C5 Z06 clutch slave cylinder
Spec Stage III clutch
Aluminum flywheel
B&M Ripper shifter
Suspension
C5 Z06 Shocks
C5 Z06 Sway Bar Endlinks
Lowered on stock bolts
Brakes
BAER Eradispeed rotors
C5 Z06 Calipers
C5 Z06 Master Cylinder
G-Force Stainless Steel brake lines
Hawk HPS brake pads
Wheels and Tires
OEM Speedline Z06 wheels
Nitto NT05 tires (275F, 295R)
Intake and Exhaust
LS6 Intake Manifold
K&N Air Intake System
Katech CNC ported throttle body
Melrose Long Tube Headers
Random Tech high-flow cats
Corsa exhaust
Other Engine Upgrades
160* Thermostat
ASP Harmonic balancer (underdrive)
MSD Ignition wires
NGK55 spark plugs
Interior
Leather Corbeau A4 seats
Delrin shift ****
Recent Maintenance
89,729 – New A/C compressor
101,406 – Differential and transmission removed, inspected and resealed. (Work performed at same time as new clutch, slave cylinder and master cylinder were upgraded by Popp.)
106, 102 – Power steering system flushed
143, 111 – Coolant system flushed, diff fluid changed, transmission fluid changed, brake fluid flushed
The Bad
Nose of the car has lots of rock chips, typical for a low car with high mileage. (Pictured below)
Both rocker panels have some minor damage to the fiberglass. (Pictured below)
Climate control head unit sometimes does not turn on when car is started. Only happens occasionally, and will turn on within 5 minutes of driving when it does happen.
Please feel free to ask any questions or request any additional pictures.
Thanks,
Matt
WALKAROUND VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQFx...ature=youtu.be
Price: $11,000
Contact: birnie.matt@gmail.com
Description
For sale is a very well maintained and tastefully upgraded 1997 Corvette. I am the 2nd owner. Most of the car’s modifications, tuning, maintenance and setup were performed by SCCA, NASA and Optima Ultimate Street Car Invitational champion Danny Popp at McCluskey Chevrolet in Cincinnati, OH (the car is currently in the Boston area). Mileage on the car is around ~145k (I am still driving it). Everything on the car functions as it should… I am very meticulous and like things to work!
Modifications
All upgrades were installed with a purpose; not necessarily for outright speed but rather to eliminate any weak points in the drivetrain or chassis. There are no flashy modifications here. Just solid, purposeful upgrades to make the car quick and bullet proof. Danny Popp is one the most respected Corvette racers and mechanics out there and systematically upgraded this car based his vast experience. He knows where to get the best bang for the buck when upgrading and applied that knowledge by improving this car in steps with parts he has experience with. I have receipts of all modifications and maintenance performed on the car since new.
Drivetrain
C5 Z06 clutch master cylinder
C5 Z06 clutch slave cylinder
Spec Stage III clutch
Aluminum flywheel
B&M Ripper shifter
Suspension
C5 Z06 Shocks
C5 Z06 Sway Bar Endlinks
Lowered on stock bolts
Brakes
BAER Eradispeed rotors
C5 Z06 Calipers
C5 Z06 Master Cylinder
G-Force Stainless Steel brake lines
Hawk HPS brake pads
Wheels and Tires
OEM Speedline Z06 wheels
Nitto NT05 tires (275F, 295R)
Intake and Exhaust
LS6 Intake Manifold
K&N Air Intake System
Katech CNC ported throttle body
Melrose Long Tube Headers
Random Tech high-flow cats
Corsa exhaust
Other Engine Upgrades
160* Thermostat
ASP Harmonic balancer (underdrive)
MSD Ignition wires
NGK55 spark plugs
Interior
Leather Corbeau A4 seats
Delrin shift ****
Recent Maintenance
89,729 – New A/C compressor
101,406 – Differential and transmission removed, inspected and resealed. (Work performed at same time as new clutch, slave cylinder and master cylinder were upgraded by Popp.)
106, 102 – Power steering system flushed
143, 111 – Coolant system flushed, diff fluid changed, transmission fluid changed, brake fluid flushed
The Bad
Nose of the car has lots of rock chips, typical for a low car with high mileage. (Pictured below)
Both rocker panels have some minor damage to the fiberglass. (Pictured below)
Climate control head unit sometimes does not turn on when car is started. Only happens occasionally, and will turn on within 5 minutes of driving when it does happen.
Please feel free to ask any questions or request any additional pictures.
Thanks,
Matt
WALKAROUND VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQFx...ature=youtu.be
Last edited by mbstingray75; 09-24-2016 at 08:13 AM.
06-27-2016, 05:06 PM
#2
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Pro Mechanic
From one 97 owner to another...GLWS! 
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09-29-2016, 10:11 AM
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Back to the top... PM me with any questions, I think this is a great deal at $11k! I'm willing to drive to meet anyone that wants to see it in person. Thanks!