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2022 Corvette IMSA GTLM Championship Edition Review: No. 711 Buying Guide

This is the kind of Corvette that starts a conversation before the engine even fires. The Accelerate Yellow paint, gray centre graphics and towering rear wing echo Corvette Racing's No. 3 C8.R, while the cabin and running gear remain those of a road-going, highly equipped C8 Stingray. The Amsterdam car is advertised as No. 711 of 1,000, with 5,000 km and a €189,000 asking price. It certainly looks special; the real buyer's job is to confirm that its documents, history and condition are every bit as convincing as its appearance.

Listing details at a glance

First, what is this car?

The seller calls it a “C8.R Limited Edition,” and it is easy to see why. The visual theme comes directly from the No. 3 Corvette C8.R racing car. But this is not the competition-only C8.R. It is the road-going 2022 Corvette Stingray IMSA GTLM Championship Edition, created to celebrate Corvette Racing's dominant 2020 IMSA season.

Chevrolet built the edition around the 3LT trim and Z51 Performance Package, then added a racing-inspired visual package. Just 1,000 were announced for left-hand-drive markets. The advertised “711 of 1000” description fits that story, but the plaque and VIN build data should still be verified before collector value is attached to the number.

More than a paint-and-stripe package

The 3LT cabin brought the richer material and technology specification, while the Z51 package added the performance exhaust, upgraded brakes, performance suspension, extra cooling and electronic limited-slip differential. Confirm the VIN build sheet rather than assuming every component remains original.

Chevrolet listed a Carbon Flash high wing, yellow brake calipers, black Trident wheels, Carbon Flash mirrors, black side rockers and splash guards. Inside, the official theme paired Strike Yellow with Sky Cool Gray, yellow seat belts and a numbered plaque. The seller photographs show a black-focused cabin with yellow accents, so ask for the complete factory option sheet and a clear plaque image.

The V8—and the horsepower question

Behind the seats sits Chevrolet's naturally aspirated 6.2-litre LT2 V8. Chevrolet rated the 2022 engine at 490 SAE hp, or 495 hp with the Z51 performance exhaust. The marketplace displays 369 kW and 502 hp. That does not necessarily indicate modification: 369 kW is roughly 502 metric horsepower, while Chevrolet quotes SAE mechanical horsepower.

Ask the seller to confirm that the engine, exhaust and calibration remain factory standard. A cold start, diagnostic scan and controlled road test should check the dual-clutch transmission, cooling, warning history and fluid condition.

How it may fit into real ownership

This car could work as a carefully used weekend car, Corvette-club centrepiece, motorsport display or occasional track-day machine. It also has more daily practicality than its graphics suggest, including a roof panel that stores in the rear compartment and luggage space at both ends.

Still, the low front aero needs care around ramps, kerbs and transport trailers. The wide body and rearward visibility reward slow manoeuvring. Explore its performance only in a properly managed closed-course environment.

Independent inspection checklist

• Decode the VIN and obtain the original build sheet.
• Verify the numbered plaque and No. 711 claim.
• Confirm ownership, finance, theft, import and registration status.
• Reconcile 5,000 km with service and diagnostic records.
• Check accident, paint, track and transport history.
• Inspect graphics, splitter, side skirts, underbody, diffuser and wing mountings.
• Cold-start the LT2 and scan every control module.
• Road-test the dual-clutch transmission and drive modes.
• Inspect cooling systems and debris-prone openings.
• Check front-lift operation and Magnetic Ride Control where fitted.
• Measure brake disc, pad and tyre condition, including tyre date codes.
• Test cameras, sensors, instruments, climate control and infotainment.
• Inspect the removable roof panel, seals and latches.
• Confirm both keys, manuals, battery maintainer and original car cover.
• Verify recall completion and remaining warranty.
• Commission an independent Corvette-qualified inspection before payment.

Product Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Shipping, export and delivery

No vehicle-specific delivery-country list, fixed freight price or Incoterm was verified. Ask whether enclosed transport, temporary export registration, customs documentation and port delivery can be arranged.

Request one written quotation covering the purchase price, VAT treatment, fees, registration status, conformity documents, inland transport, enclosed freight, insurance, customs, duty, destination tax, homologation and final delivery. It should identify where cost and risk transfer.

Current Seller Offer — Verified 6 November 2026

Championship Edition video context

No suitable video of this exact car was verified. The model overview below draws on Chevrolet's launch material; it is not a condition report for No. 711. Ask the seller for current cold-start, exterior, interior, underside and road-test footage of the exact VIN.

Questions worth asking the seller

• Is No. 711 still available, and what is today's final price?
• Is VAT included and reclaimable?
• What is the full VIN, and can you provide its build sheet?
• Can you send a clear photograph of the numbered plaque?
• What documents support the mileage?
• Where was the car originally supplied, and how was it imported?
• Are registration and taxes fully settled?
• Has it had accident, paint, track or transport damage?
• Are the graphics, wing and exterior panels factory original?
• Are Z51, performance exhaust, Magnetic Ride and front lift VIN-confirmed?
• Are complete service and diagnostic records available?
• What are the tyre dates and measured brake condition?
• Are both keys, manuals, maintainer and original fitted cover included?
• May a Corvette specialist inspect the car on a lift?
• Is a cold start and controlled road test permitted?
• Is the stated warranty transferable internationally?
• Which countries can the seller deliver to?
• Can enclosed transport and insurance be arranged?
• Which export documents are included?
• What deposit, cancellation and payment-protection terms apply?

Frequently asked questions

What is the Championship Edition?

A road-going 2022 Stingray based on 3LT/Z51 with C8.R-inspired styling.

Is it an actual C8.R race car?

No. It is the road-going Championship Edition.

How many were produced?

Chevrolet announced 1,000 for left-hand-drive markets.

What does No. 711 mean?

The seller identifies it as No. 711 of 1,000; confirm the plaque and build documents.

Which engine does it use?

A naturally aspirated 6.2-litre LT2 V8 with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission.

How much power does it produce?

495 SAE hp officially with performance exhaust; the listing's 369 kW converts to roughly 502 metric hp.

Where is it located?

Amsterdam, Netherlands.

What is the asking price?

€189,000 including VAT when verified on 6 November 2026.

Can it be exported?

Possibly, but request written destination-specific terms.

Should buyers arrange an inspection?

Yes—before payment.

Final assessment

This edition works because the story and specification belong together. Its No. 3-inspired appearance connects it to Corvette Racing, while the 3LT/Z51 foundation gives it serious road-going hardware. The advertised No. 711 adds low seller-stated mileage and a striking presentation.

If the VIN, plaque, import history, service record, paint, tyres, brakes, diagnostics and warranty all check out—and the delivered cost makes sense—this could be a genuinely interesting collector and enthusiast car. If the evidence is incomplete, let the excitement wait until the documents catch up.

Join the discussion

Would you preserve this Championship Edition as a collector car, enjoy it on weekend roads, or take it to carefully managed track events? Share your preferred use—or the questions you would ask the seller—in the comment section below.

Sources and verification

• Current affiliate seller offer — checked 6 November 2026.
• Carway Amsterdam marketplace listing.
• Official Chevrolet Championship Edition announcement.
• 2022 Chevrolet Corvette owner's manual.

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