1978 Chevrolet Corvette

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

For the Corvette's 25th anniversary in 1978, Chevrolet commemorated the milestone by offering a striking two-tone silver paint scheme with a darker lower body and pinstriping. Alongside the widely known Indy 500 Pace Car replica, the Silver Anniversary is one of the most recognizable and iconic special editions of the C3 generation. 

Available power included the standard L48 350ci V8 or the optional L82, and buyers could choose a four-speed manual or three-speed automatic transmission. Offered only as a coupe, the Corvette featured a redesigned the fastback rear window, replacing the previous flying-buttress design with a large wraparound glass hatch that improved both cargo access and visibility. 

While not a genuine Silver Anniversary, this example has been recreated in the style of the iconic special edition.

It is powered by a 350 V8, mated to an automatic gearbox. In addition to its Silver Anniversary-style paint, the Corvette also features removable T-top roof panels, four-wheel independent suspension, power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes, a red interior with vinyl upholstery and cloth seat inserts, power steering, high-back bucket seats, full instrumentation with a tachometer, power windows and door locks, and an AM/FM radio. 

This 1978 Chevrolet Corvette is now offered at no reserve on dealer consignment with a clean Florida title. 

Highlights

• Offered from the Burnyzz Collection of November vehicles 

• Recreated in the style of a Silver Anniversary

• Red interior with vinyl upholstery and cloth seat inserts 

• L48 350ci V8 with 4-barrel carburetor 

• Turbo Hydra-Matic 3-speed automatic transmission 

Factory Equipment

• Alloy wheels 

• Removable T-top roof panels 

• Power steering and power four-wheel disc brakes 

• Four-wheel independent suspension 

• High-back bucket seats 

• Red leather-wrapped steering wheel 

• Tilt-telescopic steering column 

• Full instrumentation, including tachometer 

• Power windows and door locks 

• AM/FM radio 

• The chassis number (1Z87L8S402747) decodes as: 

  • 1 – Chevrolet 

  • Z – Corvette 

  • 87 – 2-door sport coupe 

  • L – 350ci V8 4BBL 

  • S – St. Louis, Missouri, assembly plant 

  • 402747 – Sequential production number

Modifications

• Holley carburetor

• Edelbrock intake

• Pioneer cassette player

Service

• Cooper Cobra tires 

Known Imperfections

• Photos showing the vehicle’s condition can be found in the gallery 

Ownership History

This 1978 Chevrolet Corvette is offered from the Burnyzz Collection of November vehicles.  

Additional Information

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