Vehicle Description
1979 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
"On June 3, 1978, just prior to the Corvette's '79 model year
introduction, the car's icon status was committed to celluloid in
Corvette Summer. The movie featured Star Wars hero Mark Hamill, but
it's real star was a custom C3 Stingray modified by Hollywood car
builder George Barris. Whether Corvette Summer helped propel Vette
sales for the upcoming '79 model year is still a point of
contention among enthusiasts. Nonetheless, the film left a lasting
impression on many children and adults of the '70s, many of whom
fell in love with the car for the very first time, thanks to the
movie." From Motortrend, Aug. 2009
For consignment, a 1979 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe with a title
verified 36,719 actual miles. This is a very original Vette and a
multiple AACA first place winner as well as a Top Flight
designation from the NCRS. The car retains its numbers matching
drivetrain and red interior.
Exterior
The shape is unmistakable, with its long shark-like nose, rounded
and sloping rear window, short, rounded tail, fender vents and coke
bottle curves, it can only be a Corvette, this one in Silver
Metallic lacquer. The windshield rakes rearward, a trajectory
matched by the shoulder line and door handles which face towards
the sky, flush with the fiberglass body. The rising fenders are
like silver dunes over 15-inch wheels with 255/60R15 tires
possessing a late 2023 date code, white letters out. In back, a
rounded fascia houses the Vette's iconic quad tail light set up
with reverse lights occupying the center of the inside lights,
while black bumperette flanks the license plate box above chrome
exhaust tips that point to the ground. Imperfections include some
unevenness under the paint and touched up rock chips near a wheel
opening.
Interior
Smooth red inserts greet occupants on the door panels that also
include a carpeted lower insert, all in great shape. From there,
it's butt in first to the leather sport buckets in lovely red tones
and tuck and roll inserts with side support and tall backs, showing
minimal patina A big red O exists in the form of a 3 spoke steering
wheel that leads to a typical for the era simple instrument panel
where speed and tach take center stage, complemented by the
aircraft like configuration of gauges in the center stack, five all
together, over an AM/FM radio and A/C controls and everything is
crisp and clean. Chipped black paint on the ashtray is pretty
typical for this generation Vette but spotless here and the
baseplate surrounds the gleaming round ball shifter, while a CB
radio is onboard representing the era accurately. Plush red carpet
covers the floor and cargo areas and has not suffered too badly
from fading as the red is prone to do. It's in good shape here and
overall, we have a very nice, clean interior.
Drivetrain
Pull that hood forward and we find the immaculate numbers matching
350ci V8, rated at 185 horsepower and fueled by a 4-barrel
carburetor. Behind it, the numbers matching T10 4-speed manual that
sends power to the rear wheels and an axle with 3.36 gears and
Positraction. The need for speed is tempered by power disc brakes
on all four wheels.
Undercarriage
Driver quality underneath with minimal surface rust and just a few
drops of oil on the pans. Dual exhaust runs through stainless steel
mufflers before exiting through chrome tips out back. Independent
front suspension softened by coil springs while the rear has a
multi link independent suspension with tubular axle drive shafts,
transverse strut rods, torque control arms and transverse leaf
springs.
Drive-Ability
The enveloping seats and reclined posture instantly make you feel
like an Indy racer, and the growl of the 350 sounds more like
NASCAR. In true Vette fashion, it has excellent grip and handling
and while not blistering fast, being this close to the ground makes
it feel quicker than it is. During our jaunt around the test loop
we note the radio, clock, and air conditioning are not working. All
other functions worked as expected. While Classic Auto Mall
represents that these functions were working at the time of our
test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at
the time of your purchase.
This generation Corvette still affords the opportunity to get into
a classic sports car without breaking the bank and here's a near
pristine example. Timeless lines, the pedigreed brand, and a heart
racing red interior make this car one to consider. Take off those
T-tops for some extra fun as the breeze blows through the cabin at
wide open throttle. Corvette summer? Absolutely. But add spring and
fall and you have a three season E-ticket ride that will still turn
heads. This award winner is ready for its next steward.
1Z8789S414602
1-Chevrolet
Z-Corvette
87-Coupe
8-350ci 4bbl L48 V8 195hp
9-1979
S-St. Louis, MO Assy Plant
414602-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
E07-December 7th
TRIM 722-Medium Red Leather
PAINT 13L-Silver Metallic
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collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us
anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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