Up for sale is my extremely rare and special, 1 of 7, 2000 C500 RSR Corvette with a 6-speed manual transmission and finished in Dark Bowling Green Metallic. I'm the third owner of the car, which currently shows 8,000 original miles and it has a clean California title. I am asking $43,000

Those who know me are aware of my obsession with rarity and mint condition vehicles. I'm not a corvette guy but when I saw this car come up for sale I knew I had to have it and bring it back to life. Prior to my ownership, the car sat for a number of years in a climate controlled garage. The car did not run due to needing a fuel system refresh so I trailered the car straight to Abel Chevrolet to get it completely gone over and brought back to life. $25,000 later in maintenance and upgrades and another $7000 in detailing and full paint protection film, the car is ready to be enjoyed. Based on research and feedback as well as the car's current condition, this may be one of the nicest and rarest C5 corvettes out there.

I have the original window sticker and all related documents that came with the car from new. Here is the link to the Car and Driver review of these builds. https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews...pecialty-file/


Link containing all the information about the build, photos, other C500 builds, old marketing pamphlets, list of parts that went into the build, and more: https://drive.google.com/drive/folde...-O?usp=sharing

Below is a list of the major modifications done to the car:

ENGINE
DRM C500 RSR Stroker 382 LS1 package with fully forged internals
DRM ceramic coated exhaust manifolds
Custom Billy Boat Tri Flow exhaust
Ron Davis radiator with integrated engine oil cooler
3qt Accusump
DRM custom intake with ported throttle body and intake manifold

SUSPENSION/WHEELS
DRM Xtra Grip Coilovers
GM T1 sway bars and heim joints
AMT Motorsport camber kit
SKF X-tracker wheel hubs
APEX ML-10RT 18x11 +57 square
Bridgestone RE71RS, 275/40/18F, 295/40/18R

DRIVETRAIN
DRM Transmission and Differential Coolers
B&M ripper shifter
Hinsons ⅜ engine mounts
Centerforce Hi performance clutch kit
3.73 Geared Differential

BRAKES
AP Racing 6 piston front BBK
AP Racing 4 piston rear BBK
DRM Custom 2 piece rotors
DRM Brake ducts and SS brake lines
DRM Master Cylinder with adjustable prop valve

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR
DRM air extractor hood
DRM rear spoiler
Custom MOMO Nascar VTR seats
Schroth PROFI 2 ASM harnesses
DRM Stiffer Chassis roll bar
ADS F/R tow hooks
Full body PPF and ceramic coating
LED upgrade all around



Overall the car is in pretty much mint condition. There are very few rock chips around the car in inconspicuous areas otherwise the rest of the paint is perfect. Everything functions as it should but the car does have the ABS/TC light on the dash as most C5s get(apparently even low mile examples). Unfortunately, even when working these GM abs units are very unreliable and are known to go into ice mode when driving the car hard, leading to dangerous situations so it's better to run it without the abs or upgrade to motorsport abs units. Luckily the DRM brake kit makes braking consistent and reliable so there is no need to worry about it. I will have the shop clean the ground points for the wiring connectors which I’ve been told can be the cause for the light. I will update the post if that fixes the issue. Otherwise, the car is a dream to drive. It handles like it's on rails, it pulls strong and smoothly, and the car is great even on bad roads. The ride is compliant and the exhaust doesn't drone at all which makes cruising on the highway an enjoyable task. It has all of the supporting mods necessary to drive to the track, run 5 hard 20 minute sessions and then drive it back home. This was the intent of the build from DRM and they nailed it. It deserves to get driven and enjoyed but also appreciated for the great build that it is. I’m looking for a private party sale before listing the car on Bring A Trailer

 

Car was previously up for sale a month ago with a differential that was on its way out so the ad was taken down to get it dialed prior to sale. It is currently having a built differential with 3.73 gears installed at Abel Chevrolet and will be picking the car up later today. Will post driving videos once I have some time! Asking price remains the same even with the $3500 service its going through right now.

 

Stunning car - love the color and great build. Best of luck with the sale.

 

Thank you! Dark bowling green metallic has to be my favorite color for these cars, its gorgeous.

 

Great car! Love it!

If you can wait until next year, I’m here for it. Serious.

Enjoy it until next summer. 👍🏼

Grant
Spartan1510

 

Unfortunately I need to have the car gone by November due to purchasing a home. I don’t think the car will be available by next year. I sent you a DM though 👍🏽

 

Was the original Fikse wheels on the car when you bought it?

 

Yes they were, but unfortunately had some curb rash and the polished look wasn’t the best imo. Much more fitting 25 years ago lol

 

weekend bump!

 

Link to driving video -

 

That is sweet. GLWS!

 

This thing is legit!

 

Pending sale

 

I'm guessing NO.... O/P Last Activity: Oct 29, 2025 03:36 PM

 

😆 Day late.

 

Seller has not been active on the forum since 10/29/25. Closing the thread and if the car is still available, the seller can contact me and I will reopen the thread.