20k-MILE 1979 CHEVROLET CORVETTE L82
20k-MILE 1979 CHEVROLET CORVETTE L82
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20k-MILE 1979 CHEVROLET CORVETTE L82
High Bidder: William6100
Highest Bid: $21,000 (USD)
End Date:
Location:
Higganum, Connecticut 06411
Seller:
Engine:
350
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
20,778 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
1Z8749S453792
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
59263917
Location:
Higganum, Connecticut 06411
Seller:
Engine:
350
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
20,778 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
1Z8749S453792
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
59263917
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OVERVIEW
This 20,778-mile 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is powered by a L82 5.7L V8 mated to a Muncie four-speed manual transmission. Finished in Black over a Black leather interior, this C3 is now offered by the selling broker with the original window sticker, service manuals, sales brochure, original owner's manual, maintenance schedule, dyno sheets, and a clear title.
Highlights
- Reportedly one of the last 10 to roll off the assembly line
- Factory AM/FM stereo with cassette player
- Glass T-tops
- Gymkhana suspension
Ownership History
- Offered by a broker
- Current location: Connecticut
- Has been owned in New Jersey and Ohio as well
EXTERIOR
- Black paint (code 19)
- Glass T-tops
- Tinted glass
- Dual color-matched sport mirrors
- Power antenna
- Hideaway headlights
- Front and rear spoilers
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 15-inch aluminum slotted wheels
- 255/60 BFGoodrich Radial T/A raised white letter tires
INTERIOR
- Black leather upholstery (code 192)
- Air conditioning
- Power windows
- Power steering
- Headlight dimmer
- Anti-theft alarm
- Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
- Factory radio
- AM/FM
- Cassette player
INSTRUMENTS
- Gauges
- 85-mph speedometer
- 7,000-rpm tachometer
- Center console-mounted gauges
- Oil pressure
- Battery
- Temperature
- Clock
- Fuel
- Odometer shows 20,778 miles
- Reportedly accurate
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine
- L82 5.7L V8
- Dyno rated at
- 247.4 horsepower
- 341.1 ft-lb of torque
- 9.0:1 compression ratio
- Four-barrel carburetor
- High energy ignition system
- Dyno rated at
Transmission
- Muncie four-speed manual
Service History Highlights
- New battery installed September 2024
- Oil and filter changed in 2023
- Reportedly driven less than 100 miles since
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- Limited-slip differential
- 3.36 gears
- Gymkhana suspension system
- Four-wheel power disc brakes
- Dual exhaust system
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- Small nicks in the paint that have been touched up as seen in photos
- Air conditioning will need an R12 recharge
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE
- Original window sticker
- Service manuals
- 1979 Corvette sales brochure
- Original owner's manual
- Maintenance schedule
- Dyno sheets
ADDITIONAL NOTES
- Seller states, "This is a three owner car, I feel that is an important aspect of the Ownership History. It was sold through Malcom Konner Chevrolet to the first owner. The first owner had her for quite a few years but only amassed 15-18,000 miles. The car was then sold to a John Deere tractor magnate out in OH and he tucked her into a collection. It was then finally, only 5 years ago, bought and moved to CT."
Thank you for the bids! The car is in Connecticut - I have three shippers I can recommend to the winner (if we hit reserve - we're not too far away) who are here in New England and can get the Corvette to you at possibly a lesser cost than one that would have to come her to pick up the car. I also have a secure escrow account for the transaction. As we're nearing the final hours, I'll be keeping an eye on things for any questions, etc. I do have a day job and will do my best in the last hour which will be 2PM EST, to answer last minute questions. Thank you.
BID: $21,000
BID: $15,000
3 Videos have been added . Cold Start, Idling Walk Around and a Driving video.
@Ruby – Too much glare in photos. Imperfections are difficult to make determination of damage. ...
You can see in many of the photos that I've worked to reduce the glare, unfortunately, very deep, glossy black paint and the sun made it difficult to fully reduce the glare. Also unfortunately, the original write up I posted wasn't included which says that most if not all of the small chips have been touched up so they don't stand out as a white chip against the black. Any questions, please feel free to ask. Also, thank you all for the bids!
BID: $14,500
BID: $14,000
BID: $10,500
Too much glare in photos. Imperfections are difficult to make determination of damage.
Videos have been sent in to AutoHunter, they should have them posted soon.
@AutoArcheologist – Hi I'm Dave Brill, AutoArcheologist, the broker for this beautiful 3 owner, 20K mile, Corvette. I'll be monitoring the auction and answering any questions, as quickly as I can. I may not be able to get to answers until later in the afternoon, but if I can before that, I will. There are roughly 300 photos, so please take the time to scroll through and view them all before asking a question that might be answered by looking at the photos. Thanks for the interest in this great car, Happy Bidding! ...
OH, almost forgot. I have an escrow account for the final transaction should we hit reserve and I work with several transport companies that can get the car to you from CT. If need be, I can put you in touch with them.
Hi I'm Dave Brill, AutoArcheologist, the broker for this beautiful 3 owner, 20K mile, Corvette. I'll be monitoring the auction and answering any questions, as quickly as I can. I may not be able to get to answers until later in the afternoon, but if I can before that, I will. There are roughly 300 photos, so please take the time to scroll through and view them all before asking a question that might be answered by looking at the photos. Thanks for the interest in this great car, Happy Bidding!
Hello and thanks for looking at my Corvette. I am happy to answer any questions.
BID: $10,000
BID: $9,600
BID: $9,500
BID: $8,600
BID: $8,500