A piece of Corvette history rolls forward in this 1978 Chevrolet Corvette finished in Dark Blue Metallic. Born during the 25th anniversary celebration of America's sports car, this C3 represents a rare breed " only about 18 percent of '78 Corvettes came equipped with a stick shift, making this four-speed manual example a collector's find. The commemorative badges adorn the sculpted fiberglass body, complemented by the distinctive T-top roof design that offers open-air excitement without .....
sacrificing structural integrity. LED headlights modernize the front end, activating with that classic vacuum-powered up-and-down motion that Corvette fans adore. The timeless profile sits perfectly on 15" chrome wheels wrapped in 225/70R15 tires.
Blue leather dominates the interior, creating an immersive driving space worthy of a true American sports car. The supportive bucket seats position you perfectly around the center console where the four-speed shifter waits for your next gear selection. The factory AM/FM radio delivers crisp audio while the matching blue carpeting and door panels maintain the cohesive color scheme. The removable T-tops transform the driving experience at a moment's notice, while the five-digit odometer records your adventures behind the wheel. The leather-wrapped steering wheel offers precise feedback, completing this purpose-built environment.
The 350 V8 engine has received substantial performance upgrades including flat forged pistons and a new camshaft, with reportedly less than 250 miles since the top end was enhanced. The engine breathes better through upgraded 64cc cylinder heads that replace the original emissions-focused units. Cooling comes courtesy of an aftermarket aluminum radiator with electric fans, while the dual exhaust system produces a satisfying V8 soundtrack. Power transfers through the factory-matched four-speed manual transmission to the rear wheels, with power disc brakes at all four corners providing confident stopping power.
HIGHLIGHTS:
350 V8 Engine
Rare 4-Speed Manual Transmission
Upgraded 64cc Cylinder Heads
Flat Forged Pistons
New Camshaft
Aluminum Radiator with Electric Fans
Dual Exhaust System
Power Disc Brakes
Newer Loaded Upper Arms
Newer Fuel Lines
Dark Blue Metallic Paint
15" Chrome Wheels in 225/70R15 Tires
T-Top Roof
25th Anniversary Badges
LED Headlights
Vacuum-Operated Pop-Up Headlights
Blue Leather Interior with Bucket Seats
4-Speed Console Shifter
AM/FM Radio
Power Steering
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
25th Anniversary Commemorative Year
From the 25th anniversary production year comes this Dark Blue Metallic 1978 Chevrolet Corvette, combining classic American engineering with the engaging dynamics of a manual transmission. The upgraded 350 V8 delivers impressive performance while the blue leather interior surrounds you in period-correct luxury as you row through the gears. Call today!