1978 Chevrolet Corvette Indianapolis 500 Pace Car

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette Indianapolis 500 Pace Car

Year

1978

Listed price

$32,995

Location

Palmetto

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

0 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 special editions. Chief among these was the official Indianapolis 500 Pace Car replica, a car so anticipated that its production was a direct response to overwhelming public demand. Chevrolet had never before offered a replica of an Indy 500 pace car, and the decision to do so for the Corvette's silver anniversary, along with its role pacing the 62nd running of the race, cemented its place in automotive history. All 6,502 examples produced were finished in a striking two-tone black and silver metallic, complete with unique red pinstriping, mirror-tinted T-tops, and special decals, making them instantly recognizable and highly collectible. This particular 1978 Corvette Pace Car stands as an extraordinary example, boasting an odometer reading of just 0 miles, suggesting it has been preserved in a time capsule since new. Its automatic transmission ensures a smooth, period-correct driving experience should its next owner choose to add a few miles to its pristine condition. The iconic black and silver livery remains immaculate, a testament to its careful storage and preservation over the decades. This is a unique chance to acquire a piece of Corvette and Indianapolis 500 history in truly remarkable, as-delivered condition.