1978 Chevrolet Corvette Pace Car Tribute

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette Pace Car Tribute

Year

1978

Listed price

$27,995

Location

Lithia Springs, Georgia

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

40,346 miles

The 1978 Chevrolet Corvette holds a significant place in the model's lineage, marking the C3 generation's 25th anniversary and serving as the official Pace Car for the Indianapolis 500 – a first for the Corvette. This momentous occasion led to the creation of a special Pace Car Replica edition, instantly recognizable by its distinctive two-tone black and silver paint scheme with red pinstripes. While all 6,502 replicas were visually identical, they represented a high point for Corvette sales and cultural impact, making the '78 an icon of late-70s American performance and a highly sought-after collectible. This particular 1978 Corvette, while not one of the original Pace Car Replicas, has been lovingly transformed into a faithful tribute, capturing the spirit and iconic aesthetics of that special edition. Originally born with a full black exterior and interior, as evidenced by its build sheet, this C3 now proudly wears the celebrated black and silver two-tone paint scheme. With a remarkably low 40,346 miles on the odometer, this coupe retains its numbers-matching 350 V8 engine, paired with a smooth automatic transmission, promising an authentic driving experience. This meticulously presented tribute offers a fantastic opportunity to own a piece of Corvette history with the unmistakable flair of the legendary '78 Pace Car.