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VIN 1Z87L8S430368























































   
Car Year: 1978
Car's approximate birthday: June 12, 1978
 
Owner: eBay Motors Seller detroitempire
City: Carleton
State: Michigan
Country: United States
 
Purchase date: Undefined
Status: Current Owner
 
Nickname: 1Z87L8S430368
State: Project Car
 
Exterior: 72 Corvette Red (4.43%)
Interior: 59C Light Beige (Cloth) (1.48%)
Wheels: Alloy (46.57%)
 
Delivery Dealer Zone: Unknown
Delivery Dealer Code: Unknown
 
Options: RPO Option Percentage
Sold [%]
Sales Price
[$]
  A31 Power Windows 78.95% 130.00
  AU3 Power Door Locks 26.05% 120.00
  C49 Rear Window Defogger 66.09% 95.00
  C60 Air Conditioning 80.46% 605.00
  D35 Sport Mirrors 82.10% 40.00
  K30 Cruise Control 67.57% 99.00
  MX1 Automatic Transmission 82.55% 0.00
  N37 Tilt-Telescopic Steering Column 80.93% 175.00
  U75 Power Antenna 49.32% 49.00
  UM2 AM-FM Radio, stereo with 8-track tape 44.68% 419.00
  YJ8 Aluminium Wheels (4) 59.88% 340.00
  Total   0.000000190165300%
(1 Cars)
2,072.00
 
Factory job nr.: Unknown
Export Car: Non Export Car
Other details: Added to Registry 08/11/2012
Mileage: 114,396 miles
Date Code: J12
 
Car history:
1978 Chevrolet Corvette (C3) 25th Anniversary L48 Coupe - Original Red
"Unique Exhaust, Fun to Drive, Mechanically Sound & Ready For The Road"

In 1978, Chevrolet manufactured a total of 40,274 Corvettes. Although ’78 was
considered a high production year, only 2,074 were factory painted red. That’s
just 5 out of every 100!

Also, It's estimated that more than half of those 2,074 original Red Corvettes have
been wrecked, scrapped, permanently parked, used for parts or repainted "since
1978"; making this vette' approximately 1 of only 1,000 remaining and sporting
original red factory paint from 1978.

What's even better is that this specific red ‘78 has proven itself over the past 34
years as a reliable and extremely fun “driver” Corvette!

Condition:
The owner (Jody) keeps the Corvette in Michigan at his Father’s auto shop; Where
the car has been covered, elevated and garage stored for the past 10 years;
Plated and driven only on a few special occasions during that time. This Corvette
has a well maintained L48 engine and automatic transmission, both of which run
strong and have plenty of life remaining if cared for appropriately.

This ‘vette is used and in good “driver” condition, therefore it is neither cosmetically
nor mechanically perfect (no well driven 34 year old Corvette with original paint
and engine will be “perfect”). This Corvette does have “character and potential for
perfect restoration" and is in a really good overall condition, considering the vintage
and mileage.

Family owned since 1994, you will find all original body panels solidly intact
along
with a very clean interior (light doeskin code 59C) that was partially updated in
1999, with OEM replacement carpet, interior door panels, visors and upgraded
leather Corvette seats. (The original seats were leather with cloth inserts while the
OEM replacement seats are complete leather; which is a nice upgrade). The only
other aftermarket modification to the car is the side exhaust. Also installed in 1999,
this eye catching addition includes Hooker Competition Sidemount Headers
(metallic ceramic coated) attached to Hooker 4" Side Pipe Tubes (chrome) fitted
with Hooker 4" Slip-In Mufflers; which all adds up to more performance and sportier
styling!

"Below we have listed more details, line by line, to fully describe this 25th Anniversary
Corvette"

Corvette Details:
1978 Chevrolet Corvette (C3)
25th Anniversary Coupe
L48 350ci Base Engine
350 Turbo Hydra-Matic Trans (3 speed automatic)
114,396 original miles
VIN # 1Z87L8S430368
Clean Title

Original Factory Options: Sport Coupe, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Floor
Mats, Rear Defroster, Air Conditioning (needs to be charged), Cruise Control, Tilt
& Telescopic Steering Column, AM-FM Stereo 8-track With Power Antenna, Sport
Mirrors, Factory Aluminum Wheels, BF Goodrich Radial TA Tires (good tread),
Urethane Front and Rear Bumpers, Original “red” exterior paint (Code 72L) with a
few touch ups (passenger side rear and passenger side t-top), Original “light doeskin”
interior (Code 59C), instrument panel and gauge cluster. Carpet, interior door
panel, visors and seats updated in 1999 with OEM replacements. Seats upgraded
to all leather.

Aftermarket: Hooker Competition Sidemount Headers (metallic ceramic coated),
Hooker 4” side pipe tubes (chrome) fitted with Hooker 4” slip-in mufflers

Issues or Tweaks: Cracked windshield (upper corner, drivers side – PIC #24),
Replacement cost approx. $279), Power steering leak (control valve seal $10), T-
Tops have a minor leak (Replaced weather stripping in 1999), Missing headlight
bezels (right and left), Some minor paint cracking and chips (common with original
factory painted fiberglass bodies), Slight miss-colored paint touch ups (PIC #19
and #20), Minor rust on inside of the doors panels (common - PIC#36 and #37),
Worn seat backs (standard wear and tear), Minor wear and tear on seats and
carpet, Worn leather on steering wheel (PIC#32), A/C needs to be charged, All
power components work (door locks, windows, defrost, wipers, 8-track radio,
antenna, lights and are in good functional condition).

Why Buy This Car?
There are many sports cars out there for collectors to see, but few as unique and
desirable as this red, mostly original, 25th Anniversary 1978 Corvette. And even
fewer are as fun to drive! Not only can this classic Corvette be both driven and
enjoyed in its current condition, “she” is also the perfect candidate for the collector
/ mechanic who wants a solid C3 with the potential for a great restoration... the
choice is yours!

Contact Information: Car is owned by my good friend Jody and stored in Carleton,
Michigan at his father’s auto shop. I (James) have taken the time to provide accurate
details about this collectable Corvette and will be assisting Jody in the sale and transfer
of ownership of this vehicle. Please see all pictures contained within this listing to
truly understand and appreciate the nice condition and excellent potential of this
classic car. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us through eBay,
prior to bidding. Either Jody or I will assist you in answering any questions or help
you to arrange an inspection. This is a used vehicle and will be sold as-is with no
warranty, implied or expressed.

Payment: $500 deposit is due within 48 hours of the auction ending (paypal is OK).
The remaining full payment is due upon vehicle pickup; cashier’s check or cash.
Buyer has 21 days from the end of auction to make full payment and pickup up
the vehicle. Buyer is 100% responsible for the pickup and/or delivery of this vehicle.
We reserve the right to end the auction at any time due to the car being advertised locally.

Owner:Jody Shop Owner:Joe Sales:James

Thank you for visiting and Remember,
“All Corvettes are red. The rest are just mistakes.”

eBay Item number: 280938606422
 
For Sale: No

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