Vehicle Description
In 1978, Chevrolet celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Corvette
by pacing the Indianapolis 500 and releasing a handful of
special-edition pace car replicas to the public. Just 6,502 of
these very special Black and Silver Corvette models were ever
produced, each with a unique VIN sequence, a significant change
from previous special-edition Corvettes. Following a front-page
article in the Wall Street Journal, prices for these
limited-edition Corvettes went through the roof as they were
quickly snapped up by collectors. Besides the special two-tone
paint, each Corvette Pace Car featured unique front and rear
spoilers, polished aluminum Red-stripe wheels, mirror-tint roof
panels and contoured sport seats finished in silver leather. An
Indianapolis 500 decal kit was also included. The 25th anniversary
of Corvette was marked with one of the most extensively redesigned
Corvettes since the 1968 model. The new "fastback" rear end styling
featured a large rear window, reminiscent of the lines of the
mid-'60s. This particular example is in exceptional condition and
has only 71,022 miles. For power, the car still has its original
numbers matching L-82 350 V8 Engine and it runs very strong. The
car also has Air Conditioning, a CB Radio, Cruise Control, Power
Steering, Power Disc Brakes, Power Windows and its Original Window
Sticker. Another interesting note is that this is the second to
last Pace Car Corvette ever built being #6501 of 6,502 built. For
more information or to make an offer, give Austin a call at
863-226-8590.
