Vehicle Description
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Please call Matt directly at 513-708-1468 with any questions about
this car.
Seven Hills Motorcars is very proud to offer this completely
numbers matching 1979 Corvette in excellent condition with the high
performance L82 engine, 4-Speed manual transmission, and only
70,965 original miles. This Corvette looks spectacular with
stunning paint, it runs great, and is an amazing driver. It is
exceptionally rare with the engine and transmission combination.
This drive train combination is the most desirable and sought-after
that was available for a late C3 Corvette. This Corvette has the
best and most performance oriented options one could get for 1979
as the car was ordered new with the L82 engine, 4-speed
transmission, and Gymkhana high performance suspension.
The car is totally solid with nice lines and no rust issues. It was
also ordered new in the rare and highly desirable color combination
of Classic White (10) over Dark Blue Leather (292). This is the
correct and original color scheme as verified by the codes on the
trim tag pictured in this ad as well as the original window
sticker.
Besides the correct paint and trim codes this Corvette is
completely "Numbers Matching" meaning the engine and transmission
in the car are the original units that were installed in the car
new at the factory in St. Louis in 1978. Virtually every part we
checked on the car is correct with the proper part numbers and
appropriate date codes. We have run the numbers on literally
hundreds of Corvettes over the years and there are very few that
are so correct and original. Even very detailed parts like the
distributor, carburetor, and even all the windows are all correct.
The last six digits of the VIN, 415550, are stamped on the engine
pad, which is pictured in this ad, and the engine is original to
the car. The transmission is also original with the last six digits
of the VIN stamped on the main case and pictured. This car is
verified as an original L82 4-speed in a number of ways. First, on
the engine pad is stamped "ZBA." This suffix code denotes an L82
with manual transmission. The car is also confirmed as an original
and authentic L82 by the fifth digit of the VIN. Only the L82
Corvettes with have a "4" in this spot like this car does, a base
motor L48 car will always have an "8" in the fifth digit of the
VIN.
This Corvette is ready to be used and enjoyed. We have this car
priced to sell and are offering an excellent opportunity to own a
clean original corvette at an unbeatable value. One could easily
buy this car now and sell it for more than the purchase price in
years to come as the market on C3 Corvettes is very hot right now
and on the rise. The low original mileage is verified not only by
the condition of the car, but also the clear Ohio title, pictured
in this ad. Please peruse all of the photos, video, list of
numbers, and other information to get a true sense of how clean and
nice this Corvette really is.
As a side note, this Corvette is not a dealer auction vehicle. We
hand pick each car after careful inspection. Our Corvettes come
from owners who expect their car to go to someone that will give
the vehicle the same care and attention as they did. We invite and
encourage you to examine the car in person or have the car
inspected. Please take the time to scrutinize each picture. We
photograph each vehicle to the greatest extent so you can feel
confident about your purchase. If you have a question about the
Corvette, just give us a call.
Model Description
"The Corvette evolution continues" announced the slogan from the
1979 Corvette sales catalog. The L48 engine received the
dual-snorkel air intake introduced in 1978 for the optional L82
V-8, which added 10 horsepower. All Corvettes in 1979 now had the
high-back bucket seats introduced on the 1978 limited-edition
Indianapolis 500 Pace Car. A higher pivot point allowed the seat
backrest fold flatter and level with the luggage area floor, which
drastically improved access to the rear storage area.
Exterior
The Classic White (10) exterior is in spectacular condition and
this Corvette has stunning paint. As one can see in the photos the
finish has a terrific gloss, deep shine, and smooth finish. Both
doors open and shut nicely. The YJ8 aluminum wheels have a
brilliant finish and no curb rash. The raised white letter tires
have about 90% tread left and are correctly sized 255/60R15. There
are no major imperfections that have been intentionally excluded
from the photos. As one can see in the many photos of the underside
of the car, it is very clean underneath and this Corvette has
absolutely NO RUST ISSUES. The frame is totally solid with no rust
around the "key hole" area in front of the rear tire and I have
seen no evidence of corrosion around the windshield, which are the
two most notorious spots for rust on a C3 Corvette. We have
included specific photos of the areas most prone to rust to show
how nice this car looks.
Window Date Codes
Please note that ALL of the windows on this Corvette are date coded
and original each piece predates the car's body build date of
December 13, 1978 (E13). Original glass is a good indication that
this car has had no major accident history and never sustained
significant damage.
Interior
The Dark Blue (292) interior in this Corvette is in absolutely
outstanding condition. The seats look almost brand new with no
split seams, rips, or excessive wear. The seats are not overly worn
in the typical are on the bolster where the driver gets in and out.
The gauges faces are crisp and clean. The carpet is in excellent
condition with no stains, holes, or rips. The dash and console look
awesome with no cracks, fading, or sun fading. The door panels are
in great shape overall. The door pulls are solid and intact. The
radio work well and gets good reception. The jack and jack handle
are still with the car, stored correctly in the compartment behind
the passenger seat. The original spare is also still with the car
and has never been used. Please note that both seat belts work and
retract properly. This is a common problem on C3 Corvettes and an
issue many buyers do not think to check. This Corvette has never
been smoked in; there are no burns marks and no aroma of
cigarettes.
Corvette interiors from this era are not known to wear well and the
excellent condition of this interior is a huge testament to the
meticulous care and attention this car has received throughout its
life and another great verification of the very low original
mileage.
Mechanical
This Corvette seems to be in great mechanical condition. The
numbers matching L82 engine starts right away every time, runs
well, and idles smooth. It drives amazing on the road and at
highway speeds. In the video below one can observe the car
accelerating on the highway up to about 70mph, shifting through all
the gears, braking to stoplight, and going through some curves.
Please note that there are no strange noises or vibrations and the
car performs quite well overall. The shifter is tight, the
transmission does not pop out of gear, and the clutch feels good.
The brakes are responsive and do not pull to one side or the other.
The car runs cool and does not overheat. This Corvette has plenty
of power and is quite fast. Also, the engine compartment is
beautifully clean, detailed, and correct as one can see in the
photos, the ignition shielding, air cleaner, and the original
finned aluminum valve covers are still in place.
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