Vehicle Description
This is the kind of classic that gets us excited. It's a 1978
Chevrolet Corvette Pace Car with its numbers-matching V8 and plenty
of originality. And because this is a strong-runner with
cold-blowing A/C, it makes for a great package to both collect and
drive.
This was the silver anniversary of the Corvette, and a big reason
the Pace Car factory replica was an instant classic was that it
showed off the new updated style the best. Chevy made a very
special two-tone that had such a well-coordinated style that this
looks like a custom car. There's a red pinstripe that highlights
all the coupe's best features, like the sharply pointed nose, tall
fender line, and cowl hood. Even the alloy wheels have a redline in
them. This all has a look of originality that leads us to believe
it's the factory application. You will see signs of age from the
nearly 45 years, but the shine it continues to radiate also has the
look of good care. In fact, there is a high degree of originality
all around the car where even the low odometer is believed to
represent the full actual mileage.
The silver leather interior is a perfect hue for a special edition
car, and it's one of the truly unique elements of a late C3s. Plus,
the low mileage means light usage and a well-preserved appearance.
The leather seats are complete, the door panels look great, and the
dash feels quite nice. Pace cars were quite expensive over the base
Corvette, and so they came loaded with the best features, including
a full gauge package, power windows, sport mirrors, a tilt steering
column, and now an upgraded AM/FM/cassette stereo. And while the
tinted glass T-tops make for a nice sunroof setup, it's even more
fun to take them out and be fully open to the world. And with
cold-blowing air conditioning, you can even do this in the
summer.
The engine is the numbers-matching 350 cubic-inch V8 with a
four-barrel carburetor on top. It has a fresh and clean look that
signals good care, and you'll spot newer key components, like the
alternator and distributor. And the way this coupe fires up and
runs reaffirms its well-respected nature. That's what's key to this
car's overall appeal. It has the look of a survivor and the feel of
a confident cruiser. And features like the three-speed automatic
transmission, power steering, and four-wheel power disc brakes are
all there to really let you enjoy the drive.
The sale comes complete with the original window sticker and the
owner's manual. This has the right balance of cruiser and
collectible to be a fun and distinct classic. So don't miss this
deal, call today!
