1978 Corvette Indianapolis Pace Car
We are featuring a lovely 1978 Chevrolet Corvette which was the
first Corvette to serve as the Indianapolis 500 pace car, marking
the model's 25th anniversary and coinciding with the 25th
anniversary of the Corvette. The pace car, which featured a black
over silver paint scheme with a red pinstripe, was driven by 1960
Indy 500 winner Jim Rathmann.
Key Points of the 1978 Corvette Indy 500 Pace Car:
• First Corvette Pace Car:
This was the first time a Corvette served as the pace car for the
Indianapolis 500, despite the model's long history.
• 25th Anniversary:
The 1978 Corvette was chosen to pace the race in part because it
was the 25th anniversary of the Corvette.
• Two-Tone Paint:
The pace car featured a distinctive two-tone black over silver
paint job with a red pinstripe, a color scheme that was also seen
on the Silver Anniversary Corvette.
• Stock Drivetrain:
This pace car was notable for being the first to use an entirely
stock drivetrain, including the standard L-48 350 ci engine,
although the optional L-82 engine was also available.
• Pace Car Replicas:
Due to the popularity of the pace car, Chevrolet initially planned
to produce 300 replicas, but eventually produced 6,502, one for
each dealer, making it a very popular special edition.
Features:
350 cu-( Optional L-82)
3-Speed Automatic
Glass T-Tops
Two Tone Black and Silver-Original Paint
Original 14K Miles-2 Owner Car
No Accidents
Spoiler Front and Back
Power Steering
Power Brakes
Cruise Control
Power Windows
This 1978 beautifully preserved 25th Anniversary Indy Corvette
offers an unbeatable combination of vintage charm and modern
convenience, making it a perfect addition to any collector's
garage. Its timeless design, coupled with the meticulously
maintained mechanics, ensures a smooth and pleasurable driving
experience for enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Experience its performance, handling, comfort, and style.
We welcome inspections.
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