Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 5.7 V8 Automatic — Finnish-owned, 2002, Tuusula

Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 5.7 V8 Automatic – Finnish-owned – VET-1

An exceptionally tidy, largely original Finnish Corvette that has clearly been owned by enthusiasts throughout its life.

The car was first registered in Finland on 29 April 2002, and the first owner immediately fitted the striking VET-1 special plate. This is not an everyday commuter, but a carefully kept hobby car.

The odometer shows only 97,000 km, exceptionally low for a 24-year-old C5 Corvette. The mileage is supported by a consistent inspection history and a steady increase in the odometer reading throughout the car’s life.

For the last almost 19 years the car has had only two private owners. The previous owner kept it for almost 10 years (2007–2017), and the current owner has had it for nearly 9 years (2017–2026).

Inspection history, light use and repeated winter storage indicate the car has been used mainly as a summer hobby car and stored appropriately.

The odometer has risen by only about 21,000 km over the last 19 years (75,878 km → 96,839 km), which shows very modest use. The history indicates the car has been taken off the road during several winters, supporting the summer-use hobby car profile.

The car passed its MOT in May 2026 (96,839 km) and is ready for summer driving.

The body’s beautiful blue paint combined with the black fabric roof makes for an attractive, timeless look. The car has been kept in very neat condition and stored properly.

The car has an inspection-approved modified suspension that adds firmness and durability to the handling without ruining the car’s original character. This is not a track car or a heavily modified racer, but a well-kept, gently used hobby vehicle.

At the heart of the car is the legendary 5.7-litre LS1 V8, producing 344 hp sent to the rear wheels through an automatic gearbox. The Corvette still delivers performance many much newer sports cars must respect.

Honest notes on condition:

The car has not been tinkered with or tuned aggressively; it has been kept tidy and well maintained. The overall impression is very clean and well preserved for its age.

Of course a nearly 24-year-old car shows a few small signs of use. There are a few small stone chips on the body, and the leather interior shows normal wear. There are no tears, broken trims or other unusual faults.

The car has just been polished and washed carefully, so it looks particularly impressive right now.

The tyres are in good condition, the starter battery works perfectly and the technical systems function as they should. The gearbox shifts smoothly and the car is pleasant to drive in every respect.

The roof operates normally and keeps water out.

The only noteworthy detail is that the front splash guard shows some wear and one is partly broken. In addition, given the age, there may be minor hairline scratches visible on close inspection.

This is not a museum piece or show car, but a very tidy, well kept and honest Corvette. The car must be seen in person, as the general condition is exceptionally good for its age.

Welcome to view the car in Tuusula.

• Finnish-owned

• First registered 29 April 2002

• Only 97,000 km

• Special plate VET-1

• 5.7 LS1 V8, 344 hp

• Automatic gearbox

• Rear-wheel drive

• Inspection-approved modified suspension

• Passed MOT May 2026

• Used as a hobby car and stored during winters

• Exceptionally tidy overall

• Rare opportunity to buy a low-mileage Corvette C5 Convertible

• Cars like this are very rarely offered on the market.

Technical details
Power: 253 kW
CO2 emissions: 290 g/km
Unladen weight: 1,548 kg

Additional information
Inspection valid until: May 2027