Collectible Motorcar of Atlanta
1750 Enterprise Way Suite 109
Marietta, GA 30067
1979 Chevrolet Corvette Restomod
Some builds are about flashy modifications. Others are about making a classic Corvette drive the way Chevrolet should have built it from the factory. This beautifully executed 1979 Corvette Restomod falls into the second category, blending timeless C3 styling with the reliability and performance of a modern LS drivetrain.
Finished in bright red over an exceptionally clean white interior, this Corvette is powered by a 5.7-liter LS6 V8 featuring a FAST 92mm intake manifold, polished cold air intake, aluminum radiator, and upgraded accessory drive. Power is sent through a 5-speed manual transmission, giving this Corvette the performance, responsiveness, and driving experience enthusiasts have always wanted from a late C3.
The engine bay is clean, professionally assembled, and retains a factory-quality appearance while incorporating modern components. Cold air conditioning makes this Corvette enjoyable in any season, while the custom dual exhaust gives the LS6 a deep, aggressive tone without being overwhelming.
Inside, the factory styling has been preserved. The white leather bucket seats feature the original cloth insert design that carries into the matching door panels, maintaining the unmistakable late C3 appearance. The original dashboard, factory gauges, center console, and trim remain intact, creating a cabin that feels authentic while benefiting from modern performance underneath the hood.
The exterior presents beautifully with smooth body lines, excellent panel fit, and glossy red paint. Factory T-tops allow for open-air cruising, while the polished Corvette rally wheels wrapped in Firehawk Indy 500 raised white-letter tires perfectly complement the classic styling.
Underneath, the Corvette is clean and solid, equipped with four-wheel independent suspension, four-wheel disc brakes, and a dual exhaust system that completes the package.
This isn't just another LS-swapped Corvette. It's a thoughtfully built Restomod that keeps the soul and appearance of a C3 while delivering the reliability, drivability, and performance of a modern Corvette.
Highlights
5.7L LS6 V8
FAST 92mm Intake Manifold
5-Speed Manual Transmission
Cold Air Conditioning
Polished Aluminum Radiator
Polished Cold Air Intake
Polished Accessory Drive
Custom Dual Exhaust
Factory T-Tops
White Leather Interior with Factory Cloth Inserts
Original Dash and Gauges
Factory-Style Rally Wheels
Firehawk Indy 500 Raised White-Letter Tires
Four-Wheel Disc Brakes
Clean Undercarriage
Beautiful Red Finish
This is the style of write-up I'd expect to see on a high-end dealer listing-accurate to the car without adding features that aren't there.
| Year: | 1979 |
| Make: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Corvette |
| Mileage: | |
| Exterior Color: | Red |
| Interior Color: | |
| Trim: | RESTOMOD |
| Body: | |
| Stock: | 1366C |
| Engine Size: | 5.7 LS6 V8 |
| Transmission: | 5 Speed Manual |
| Vin: | 1Z8789S424639 |
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