1979 Chevrolet Corvette

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette

Year

1979

Listed price

$6,700

Location

Kingman, Arizona

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

1,234 miles

The third-generation Corvette, known as the C3, holds a unique place in American automotive history, representing a significant evolution from its C2 Sting Ray predecessor while navigating the challenging era of emissions regulations and changing design trends. Introduced in 1968, the C3's distinctive "Coke bottle" styling, inspired by the Mako Shark II concept car, became an enduring icon. The 1979 model year, in particular, was a high point for C3 production, with Chevrolet selling over 53,000 units, making it the best-selling Corvette year to date. While power figures were modest in this period, the C3 continued to offer exhilarating performance potential and undeniable curb appeal, especially in its popular T-top coupe configuration. This 1979 Chevrolet Corvette T-top project offers an exciting opportunity to complete a build around a potent powertrain. Showing just 1,234 miles on the odometer, this C3 coupe features a sharp older respray that presents well, complemented by striking US Mag wheels and good tires. The interior boasts solid factory black bucket seats with no major rips, requiring only a detail and carpet refresh to bring it back to its best. Crucially, the heart of this Corvette is an uninstalled, rebuilt 383 Stroker Small Block Chevy engine, paired with an Edelbrock Performer intake manifold and carburetor, distributor, alternator, and fuel pump, ready for drop-in. This turn-key engine, with only 2,000–3,000 miles on its build, comes with an aluminum radiator and two sets of headers, promising robust performance once integrated. This C3 project is a compelling canvas for an enthusiast seeking to bring a classic Corvette back to life with modern muscle.