1978 Chevrolet Corvette

OVERVIEW

This reportedly one-owner 1978 Chevrolet Corvette was put through a body-on restoration in 2003 and is powered by a 406ci small-block V8 backed by an automatic transmission. Features include power steering, power brakes, air conditioning, a tilt and telescoping steering column, power windows, and an AM/FM/CD stereo. Refinished in metallic mahogany over a custom mahogany leather interior, this C3 Corvette is available now and comes from the selling dealer with a build sheet and a clear title.

EXTERIOR - FEATURES

As part of the restoration process completed in 2003, the exterior was refinished in custom metallic mahogany. It features color-keyed bumpers, pop-up headlights, a forward-tilting hood, color-keyed removable T-tops, color-keyed mirror caps, a manual remote driver-side mirror, a power antenna, and quad taillights with integrated reverse lights.

EXTERIOR - WHEELS AND TIRES

A set of aftermarket slotted aluminum wheels is wrapped in Goodyear Eagle GTII tires.

INTERIOR - FEATURES

The bucket seats are upholstered in mahogany leather. Features include mahogany trim, door panels, and a center console with an automatic transmission shifter. Additional features include power steering, power brakes, power windows, an aftermarket pair of cup holders, a mahogany center armrest pad, mahogany carpeting, woodgrain accents, an aftermarket AM/FM/CD stereo with rear speakers, a mahogany dashboard, air conditioning, and a tilt and telescoping steering column.

INTERIOR - GAUGES

Instrumentation includes a 140-mph speedometer, 7K-rpm tachometer, clock, and gauges for the fuel level, coolant temperature, oil pressure, and voltage. The odometer reads 79,727 miles but the true mileage on this vehicle is unknown. According to the selling dealer, the car has only accrued approximately 5K miles since the restoration process was completed.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Power is provided by a 406ci small-block V8 backed by an automatic transmission. The reported output is more than 400 horsepower. Underhood features include HEI ignition, chrome valve covers, an Edelbrock aluminum intake, a Quadrajet carburetor, a high-volume oil pump, and a chrome air cleaner lid.

UNDERCARRIAGE

This Corvette was factory-equipped with a four-wheel independent suspension and a rear drive axle. A full-length dual-exhaust system exits at the rear. Braking is provided by power discs.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

This car was previously sold on AutoHunter but is being relisted after the buyer backed out of the transaction through no fault of the seller. A build sheet for car shows will be included with the sale.