1978 Chevrolet Corvette

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette

Year

1978

Listed price

$9,500

Location

Marble Falls, Texas

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

130,000 miles

The 1978 Chevrolet Corvette marked a significant milestone for America's Sports Car, celebrating its 25th anniversary and introducing the revolutionary "fastback" rear glass design that would define the C3 generation's later years. This sleek, aerodynamic profile wasn't just a stylistic update; it subtly improved rear visibility and gave the Corvette a more modern, integrated look compared to its earlier "sugar scoop" counterparts. The '78 also served as the official Pace Car for the Indianapolis 500, a testament to its enduring appeal and performance credentials, even as emissions regulations began to temper output figures. This particular 1978 Corvette, finished in a timeless white, embodies the spirit of that anniversary year with its iconic fastback silhouette and removable T-tops. Power comes from its original 350 cubic-inch Small Block Chevy engine, now breathing through an upgraded Holley Brawler double-pumper carburetor and an Edelbrock Performer EPS intake manifold, ensuring robust performance. With 130,000 miles on the odometer, this lifelong Arizona car boasts a remarkable lack of rust-through or rot, a testament to its dry climate heritage. The common C3 vacuum headlight issues have been cleverly addressed with an electric conversion, and newer T-top weather stripping ensures a tight seal. This is an opportunity to acquire a well-sorted and celebrated piece of Corvette history.