1979 Chevrolet Corvette “Mach 5” Tribute

Description

The Mach 5 is the legendary race car from the 1967 anime Speed Racer (Mach GoGoGo). Built by Pops Racer, it was the fifth car he designed, combining sleek styling with futuristic technology. Its white body with red accents became iconic, but its real fame came from seven steering-wheel buttons that activated unique gadgets: rotary saws, a homing robot, an underwater canopy, and auto jacks for jumping obstacles. These features helped Speed conquer dangerous tracks and outsmart rivals, making the Mach 5 a symbol of innovation and adventure. Over time, it appeared in comics, games, and the 2008 live-action film, cementing its place as one of pop culture’s most recognizable fictional vehicles—a perfect blend of racing excitement and engineering imagination.  

This Mach 5 tribute features fiberglass body panels mounted to a 1979 Chevrolet Corvette chassis. Power is provided by a 350ci V8 fed by an Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor and sent to the rear wheel through a three-speed automatic transmission. The body is finished in white and wears Mach 5-style graphics, while the red interior features an aftermarket steering wheel with fabricated buttons. Additional modifications include fixed headlights, digital instrumentation, and racing harnesses.  

This Mach 5 tribute is now offered with a white helmet with Speed Racer-style graphics and a clean Oklahoma title that describes the car as a 1979 Chevrolet.  

Highlights 

• 1979 Chevrolet Corvette “Mach 5” tribute 

• Fiberglass body panels finished in white with Mach 5-style graphics 

• 350ci L48 V8 engine

Factory Equipment 

• Three-speed automatic transmission 

• Corvette chassis 

Modifications 

• Fiberglass bodywork with nose and fender cones, rear wings, and helmet faring 

• Fixed headlights 

• Edelbrock four-barrel carburetor and intake manifold 

• Red upholstery 

• Steering wheel with faux gadget buttons 

• Polished 15” alloy wheels with faux knock-off spinners 

• RASTP four-point harnesses 

• Aftermarket dual exhaust system 

Servicing 

• Service under current ownership reportedly included replacing the instrumentation, windshield, exhaust, and spark plugs, along with the fuel pump and sending unit 

• Replaced suspension bushings 

Known Imperfections  

• The right exterior door handle is inoperable; the door can only be unlatched from inside 

Ownership History 

• This Mach 5 tribute was acquired by the seller in March 2022.

• This vehicle currently has a loan, which the seller will pay off to transfer ownership to the winning bidder. 

Included Items 

• White helmet with Speed Racer-style graphics