1979 Chevrolet Corvette

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

In an era marked by tightening regulations and uncertain times, the 1979 Chevrolet Corvette stood as a defiant symbol of American performance. Built upon the enduring C3 architecture debuting in 1968, the ’79 model represented the polished maturity of a legendary design. Even without the Stingray badge—dropped the previous year—the Corvette’s DNA was unmistakable.

Under the hood, the Corvette came standard with an L48 350ci (5.7L) V8. Interior refinements included improved seats borrowed from the previous year’s Indy 500 pace car replica, and a new standard rear spoiler enhanced the car’s aggressive aesthetic.

The 1979 model year became historically significant for one remarkable reason: it was the best-selling Corvette year in history, with 53,807 units produced — a record that stood for decades.

This 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is finished in Black over an Oyster leather interior. It’s powered by the standard L48 350ci V8 backed by a 3-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. The car has been fitted with an aftermarket head unit and speakers.

This 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is now offered at no reserve by the seller on behalf of its current owner with a clean Michigan title in the current owner's name.

Highlights

• Finished in Black (19L) over Oyster leather (122) interior

• Base L48 350 cu in (5.7L) V8 rated at 195 hp

• 3-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic transmission

• Kenwood head unit with Rockford Fosgate speakers

Factory Equipment

• Color-matched T-top removable roof panels

• New standard front and rear spoilers

• Alloy wheels

• Distinctive pop-up headlights

• The chassis number (1Z8789S428541) decodes as:

  • 1 – Chevrolet Division (GM USA)

  • Z – Chevrolet Corvette

  • 87 – Corvette Coupe (removable roof panels)

  • 8 – Engine: L48 350ci V8

  • 9 – Model Year: 1979

  • S – St. Louis, Missouri, assembly plant

  • 428541 – Sequential production number

Modifications

• Kenwood Excelon KDC-X794 CD player with built-in MOSFET amplifier

• Rockford Fosgate rear speakers

• Rockford Fosgate Punch Level Control (PLC)

Known Imperfections

• Radio antenna is inoperable

• Tachometer is inoperable

• A/C is inoperable

• Passenger seat back trim is loose

• Wear on interior upholstery

• Various paint chips as shown in the gallery

Included Items

• Owner’s manual

• T-top roof panels with storage cases