1978 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7L V8 Automatic SILVER ANNIVERSARY EDITION

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The 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Silver Anniversary Edition is a collector's dream, combining historical significance, unique design, and impressive performance. This Corvette's independent front suspension with coil springs and a stabilizer bar, combined with the independent rear suspension, ensures excellent handling and a smooth ride. The dual exhaust system delivers an exhilarating sound, adding to the car's overall driving experience. 1978 was a year of significant changes to the C3 Corvette. A new “fastback” design which made for a smoother silhouette and answered criticisms of limited luggage space; owners now had storage similar to the mid-years Corvette coupes. Keith Cornett is the Senior Editor of CorvetteBlogger, owner of Vettefinders, and author of Corvette Special Editions. Keith has been instrumental in providing Corvette news, history and information since the 90’s to a vast audience.

Overview: Celebrate 25 years of Corvette excellence with this stunning 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Silver Anniversary Edition. Marking a quarter-century of production, this model features distinctive design elements and performance upgrades that make it a standout classic. The Corvette was 25 years old in 1978 and the celebration was on. All 1978s featured a commemorative badge (right) on the front nose, a special two-tone paint scheme consisting of dark silver on the lower body and light silver above separated by a dark silver, factory alloy wheels, and performance tires. This Corvette has a 5.7L V8 engine with automatic transmission that runs and drives beautifully.

Exterior: The 1978 Corvette sports a unique Silver Anniversary two-tone paint scheme with dark silver on the lower body, light silver above, and a dark silver stripe separating the two. This special edition also features removable roof panels, dual body color sport mirrors with remote controls, and factory aluminum wheels wrapped in BF Goodrich raised white letter tires. The sleek fastback design introduced in this model year enhances the car’s silhouette and improves luggage space.

Interior: Inside, the Corvette boasts a well-preserved red and black interior with twin bucket seats and a console-mounted shift lever with a leather boot. Modern comforts include power locks, power brakes, power steering, tilt & telescopic steering column, cruise control, and an aftermarket AM/FM stereo radio. The air conditioning, heater, and defroster system with a 3-speed blower ensure a comfortable ride. Full instrumentation includes a speedometer with a trip odometer, tachometer, voltmeter, oil pressure, and water temperature gauges.

Mechanical: Under the hood, this Corvette is powered by a 5.7 Liter L48 350 cubic inch V8 engine, equipped with a Rochester 4-barrel carburetor, aluminum intake, and cast iron exhaust manifolds. The engine bay also features chrome valve covers and a stock fresh air scooped air cleaner assembly. This powerful engine is paired with an automatic transmission, providing smooth and reliable performance.

Conclusion: The 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Silver Anniversary Edition is a collector’s dream, combining historical significance, unique design, and impressive performance. This Corvette’s independent front suspension with coil springs and a stabilizer bar, combined with the independent rear suspension, ensures excellent handling and a smooth ride. The dual exhaust system delivers an exhilarating sound, adding to the car’s overall driving experience. 1978 was a year of significant changes to the C3 Corvette. A new “fastback” design which made for a smoother silhouette and answered criticisms of limited luggage space; owners now had storage similar to the mid-years Corvette coupes.

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