Vehicle Description
1979 Chevrolet Corvette
Typically, after a celebration, life returns to a comfortable
baseline. Not for Corvette, not this year. We saw in 1977, the
500,000th Corvette roll off production, and in 1978 we celebrated
the Silver Anniversary. This year, in 1979, Corvette sold over
50,000 Corvettes for the first time in history, and 1979 still
holds the record for most Corvettes sold in a year! In addition to
surpassing production numbers, the 1979 Corvette was the first to
sell for over $10,000. The price hike didn't deter Corvette
enthusiasts, as evidenced by the numbers.
For consignment, a 1979 version of the ubiquitous "Vette" which has
had some recent work performed as our consignor states within the
last 4K miles. New paint, a new interior, a total rebuild of
transmission with a shift kit, a rebuilt rear end, new brakes. a
double roller timing chain and a new catalytic converter.
Exterior
Gone are any evidence of chrome edges with any bumpers or grille
surrounds. Now the Dark Blue Metallic painted fiberglass undulating
sexy body is surrounded by dark blue neoprene bumpers which flare
outward at the fenders and have hidden headlights just above. These
then run along the front hood with flanking shark gill vents on
either side of the front quarters, Coke bottle shaped tops, and a
stainless steel rocker trimming are all over the sides. The body
overall is in fair condition with some chipping off of the paint
and numerous scratches throughout. Body matching T tops in blue can
be removed to free flow air with the cockpit. Sculpted doors with
handles that push down on top near their sills are truly
aerodynamic and look great as well. The rear greenhouse curved
glass runs into a spoiler at the top of the now rounded total
neoprene rear of the car, and still maintains the deep set round
taillights. Dual black exhaust tips peek out from underneath.
Polished 17-inch ZR1 style wheels add a nice contrast to the blue
fiberglass which presents very good in condition overall.
Interior
Definitely one of the major highlights of this car, we see smooth
shiny supple stitched blue leather covering the door panels on the
uppers, and utilizing blue carpeting on the bottoms. A blue
highlight of wrap around leather is on the door pull and shiny
handles and cranks are within the blue field. Turning our attention
to the inside, a rush of warmth wafts over my eyes with the factory
dash front, and center of dash panels. Not to leave out the
steering wheel which is of rally design and uses a mix of faux
leather in black to wrap the wheel and 4 horizontal splaying out
spokes in the center. The center console is sporting black plastic
with blue carpeted sides. Deep blue carpeting for the floors, and
even in the back is not faded. Blue leather seats resemble the
Michelin man and as stated by the consignor, are new. Deep bolsters
and some light tuck and roll inserts are making these high backed
buckets very comfy. In the center of the dash are a series of 5
analog gauges to monitor the vitals of the car.
Drivetrain
A flip of the hood and more applause is necessary as we gaze upon a
bowtie block, blue painted valve coverings, and supple hoses. 350ci
is on this L48 4-barrel version V8, and a rebuilt 3-speed TH350
automatic with a shift kit is on back. The rebuilt rear axle weighs
in at 3.36 Positraction ratio. A patina presentation is seen under
the flip forward hood.
Undercarriage
There are structural issues with this car particularly in the
horizontal support at the dog legs and frame rails forward which
have been plated on the driver's side, but still allowing the top
and outside of the rail to remain structurally unsound. The
remainder of the bottom is solid but has had a recent black
spraying so it may be covering some nefarious faults with the
underpinnings. Hard to tell but worth further inspection. 4 wheel
power disc brakes with new pads, rotors, and calipers are noted all
around. Providing the signature Corvette ride is a fully
independent coil sprung front suspension and a frame anchored
independent rear suspension with a transverse leaf spring. A single
exhaust system with a new catalytic converter is noted that ends
under the rear bumper with dual stock style mufflers and tailpipes.
We note a heavy power steering leak that needs to be addressed
sooner rather than later.
Drive-Ability
A quick starter and very smooth idle, and after a warm up it was
off to the test track. Here it has nice smooth acceleration, good
solid braking and excellent handling. The interior is super snazzy
to be within with all functions working as they should.
A looker with a eye-catching paint hue and even more beautiful
interior with the new leather seating. Very clean example, but not
without its faults and flaws. The pop off the T top and breathe in
some success when carving through the back roads in your 1979
Corvette.
1Z8789S409512
1-Chevrolet
Z-Corvette
87-Coupe
8-350ci V8 L48 4bbl
9-1979
S-St. Louis, MO Assy Plant
409512-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
C01-October 1st
TRIM 29C-Dark Blue Cloth
PAINT 83L-Dark Blue Metallic
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our
showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just
1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The
website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888)
227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come
see the vehicle in person.
