1978 Chevrolet Corvette 25th Anniversary Edition Pace Car Edition

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette 25th Anniversary Edition Pace Car Edition

Year

1978

Listed price

$29,500

Location

Torrance, California

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

34,042 miles

The 1978 Chevrolet Corvette marked a significant milestone: its 25th anniversary. To commemorate a quarter-century of America's sports car, Chevrolet pulled out all the stops, introducing a completely redesigned fastback rear window and offering two special editions. Most iconic among them was the Official Pace Car for the 62nd running of the Indianapolis 500. While only 100 actual pace cars were built, Chevrolet capitalized on the excitement by offering a replica edition to the public. These striking two-tone black and silver Corvettes, complete with unique spoiler designs and red accent pinstriping, were an instant sensation, with demand far outstripping supply. Every 1978 Pace Car replica, regardless of options, carried a unique VIN sequence, making all 6,502 examples a true piece of Corvette history. This particular 1978 Corvette 25th Anniversary Pace Car Edition is a beautifully preserved example, showing just 34,042 original miles on its odometer. Power comes from the robust 350 cubic-inch V8 engine, paired with a smooth automatic transmission, making it an ideal cruiser for both spirited drives and long-distance tours. As a true factory replica, it proudly wears its correct "Limited Edition" decals below the fender cross-flags, the event door decals, and the iconic "Indianapolis Motor Speedway" logo on the rear quarter panels, all applied as they were on the assembly line. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a low-mileage piece of Corvette history, ready to be enjoyed or added to a discerning collection.