1978 Chevrolet Corvette Pace Car Tribute

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette Pace Car Tribute

Year

1978

Listed price

$25,995

Location

Lithia Springs, Georgia

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

40,346 miles

The 1978 Chevrolet Corvette marked a significant milestone for America's sports car, celebrating its 25th anniversary with a host of styling updates and, most notably, its first official pace car duty at the Indianapolis 500. This was the year the fastback rear window debuted, improving aerodynamics and luggage space, a major departure from the previous "sugar scoop" design. While all 1978 Corvettes were special, the Pace Car Replica models, distinguished by their two-tone black and silver paint, unique spoilers, and special badging, became instant collectibles. Chevrolet produced 6,502 Pace Car Replicas, a number that seemed high at the time but quickly solidified their status as highly sought-after examples of the C3 generation. This particular 1978 Corvette, while not one of the factory Pace Car Replicas, embodies the spirit of that iconic year with its striking two-tone black and silver paint scheme, faithfully replicating the look of the Indy 500 pace car. Originally delivered as a desirable all-black car, as confirmed by its build sheet, this coupe has been thoughtfully transformed to pay tribute to the legendary '78 pace car. Under the hood lies its numbers-matching 350 V8 engine, paired with a smooth automatic transmission, ensuring an authentic driving experience that belies its 40,346 miles. This C3 offers a compelling opportunity to own a piece of Corvette history, presented in a celebrated livery.