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1978 Chevrolet Corvette

L82 350ci V8 | Turbo Hydra-Matic Automatic | 9,308 Original Miles | Exceptionally Original Time Capsule

Lot # 5240
Location Bettendorf, IA 52722
Seller Dealer
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L82 350ci V8
3 Speed Auto
Red
Red
1Z8748S437411
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Engine & Performance

  • Optional L82 350ci V8
  • Rochester Quadrajet four-barrel carburetor
  • Hydraulic camshaft
  • Four-bolt main block
  • Dual-snorkel air cleaner
  • Dual exhaust with stainless tips
  • Three-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic transmission
  • Strong-running, factory-style small-block setup with excellent drivability
  • Reported to run and drive exceptionally well

Driving Features

  • Four-wheel independent suspension
  • Four-wheel power disc brakes
  • Power steering
  • Tilt steering wheel
  • Air conditioning
  • Built with the balance of comfort and performance that made late C3s such capable touring cars
  • Smooth, highly preserved presentation paired with easy automatic operation

Exterior

  • 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
  • Just 9,308 original miles
  • Factory Red exterior
  • One documented professional repaint in the original factory color
  • Paint code 72L
  • Fiberglass body
  • Removable T-top roof panels
  • Hidden windshield wipers
  • Dual sport mirrors
  • Red-striped aluminum wheels
  • Raised white-letter 255/60R15 radial tires
  • Exceptionally smooth body and high-quality finish with outstanding shine and depth

Interior

  • Factory Red interior
  • Interior trim code 722
  • Leather bucket seats
  • Iconic 1970s carpeted interior
  • Full instrumentation package
  • Quartz clock
  • Courtesy lighting
  • Power windows
  • Rear storage compartment
  • Aftermarket AM/FM radio with retro appearance
  • Beautifully preserved red-on-red cabin with strong time-capsule appeal

Documentation

  • 9,308 original miles
  • Trim tag confirms factory paint and interior codes
  • One documented professional repaint in the original color
  • Remains remarkably original throughout
  • A highly preserved late C3 with standout originality and presentation
  • Described as one of the cleanest and best-presenting 1978 Corvettes encountered by long-time C3 owners

Highlights

  • Just 9,308 original miles make this an exceptionally desirable survivor-grade Corvette
  • Rarely do late-70s C3s present this cleanly in both body and finish
  • Optional L82 engine adds extra appeal over standard 1978 Corvette examples
  • Factory red-on-red color combination is bold, iconic, and highly memorable
  • Loaded with desirable factory features including T-tops, leather, power windows, A/C, and full gauges
  • A stunning time-capsule-style 1978 Corvette that appears far newer than its age or mileage would suggest
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