1978 Chevrolet Corvette Silver Anniversary (Tribute) ‘Resto Mod’ powered by a dyno-tested 561 horsepower fuel-injected 6.2 L LS3 and backed by a modified 4L70 4-speed overdrive transmission. This car is in immaculate condition, never tracked, and always garage kept. Build was completed in 2014 in Georgia by Star Automotive and has only been driven approximately 8,500 miles. Documentation of the build is included.
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Specifications:
Engine & Transmission ; Professionally built 6.2 L LS3 using ARP head and rod bolts. High lift hydraulic roller cam, tuned SpearTech fuel-injection system, Walbro 340 psi in-tank fuel pump, custom gas tank, AN fittings used with braided fuel and transmission lines, HD aluminum radiator by DeWitts with twin Spal electric fans, transmission cooler, ceramic coated headers, custom exhaust using FlowMaster mufflers with electric cut-outs,.
Modified 4L70E 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and 2800 rpm stall converter. Customized stock shifter to be used with new transmission.
Interior: Stock upholstery, door panels, and carpeting, all of which appear to be in good condition with no tears or broken seams. Custom Auto Meter Ultra Lite II gauges that include the speedometer, tachometer, oil pressure, water temperature, fuel level, voltmeter, and transmission temperature. A “Line-Lock” button is in the ash tray. Additionally, a new Alpine AM/FM/CD Bluetooth system with 4-speakers was added. Heat works, but A/C is non-functional.
Chassis: SPC adjustable front ‘A’ arms were installed to help with exhaust clearance. Bowtie overdrive transmission crossmember. Four-wheel power disc brakes and power steering. Additional leaf added to rear spring. B.F. Goodrich Radial tires measuring 255/60R/15 on all 4 corners. No spare tire.
Paint & Bodywork: Repaint using a 2-stage urethane matching the Silver Anniversary edition. Paint is in very good condition and shows well. The only areas to note are the front facia and underneath near the parking lights (see photos). Power windows function easily, all exterior lights as well as the wipers and headlight doors function. Glass is all good.
Overall: This is a well-documented build of a C3 Silver Anniversary tribute which uses late model horsepower and technology to enhance its reliability and performance to that of a present day muscle car. It’s a complete package. The car shows very well and draws attention at every cruise-in and car show. No disappointments. Selling for personal reasons.
