Vehicle Description
This 1978 Chevrolet Corvette 25th Anniversary Edition sustains its
desirability well after America's sportscar celebrated its
quarter-century in production. With gorgeous two-tone paint, ultra
low mileage, rare Mahogany leather interior, T-tops, and its
original V8 under the hood, it's a great entry-level 'Vette that
will get you noticed at the events, and put a smile on your face
every time you crack the throttle.
When you own a Corvette, you're always looking at stats and rarity.
Let's start with '78, as this was the first year of the fastback
styling. It redefined the C3 and helped usher in a sleeker and more
modern overall design. All of that looks exceptionally nice today
thanks to careful ownership and ultra low mileage (averaging less
than 500 miles annually.) Now look at the two-tone silver that came
on the 25th Anniversary Edition. It has an elegance that looks
likes a custom paintjob, but it came directly from General Motors
for this one year only. You also might notice this one has a bit
more luster than some of the others out there. That's because it
was treated to a full professional respray in what appears to be
very recent times. The more modern paint remains true to the
original color scheme, right down to the delicate pinstripe that
highlights the curves over the entire car. While chrome was at a
minimum in these years, there are two nice pieces of bumper
brightwork that outshines both shades of silver. The wheels are
done in the same 'look-at-me' polish of the pace car, but real
enthusiasts flock to see the shiny the 25th anniversary badge on
the hood.
You'll find even more rarity inside. In fact, the code-762 Mahogany
leather was only offered in '78 and makes this one of only 2,443
examples ever produced. The distinctive color looks great radiating
from the silver exterior, so it feels great to just to sit down and
grab the three-spoke steering wheel with your left hand and row
through the gears with your right. But for those times when you
just want a mellow journey, this Corvette also obliges. It has a
long list of desirable comfort features that includes, power
windows, tilt/telescoping steering wheel, and an upgraded AM/FM/CD
stereo. There are provisions for air conditioning, but what you
really want to do is open up the T-tops and just have a great ride
as the wind whips through your hair on that sunny day.
The engine is the original matching numbers L48 350 cubic-inch V8.
It looks great in the engine bay with a very original style
appearance and a bit of added flash from the air cleaner and valve
covers. This higher compression motor was a must-have for the
performance fans in 1978, because it offered 17% more horsepower
than the standard Corvette V8. Even just driving around town,
you'll enjoy the sold hit of power low in the rev range that gets
your heart racing, and the dual exhaust growling. Plus, while most
came with automatic transmissions, this one gives you the most out
of the V8 with the control of a four-speed manual. Add in good
anytime driving features like power steering, Goodyear Eagle GT II
tires, and four-wheel disc brakes, and you'll want to be adding
miles to this well-preserved 'Vette every day.
A beautiful-looking, stick-shift, 25th Anniversary Edition T-top
coupe - yes, this was already desirable before you knew it came
with tile docs, restoration receipts, and maintenance records. So
when such a distinctive low-mileage, original V8 car is up for
grabs, you know you need to act quickly. Call now!!
