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1978 Chevrolet Corvette User Reviews

1978 Chevrolet Corvette Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 22 reviews

  • Performance:3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars 3.8 / 5
  • Appearance:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars 4.4 / 5
  • Overall:4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars 4.4 / 5

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PROS
"power" 8 reviews
"ride" 8 reviews
"speed" 3 reviews
"handling" 3 reviews
"beautiful car" 3 reviews
CONS
"power" 3 reviews
"fuel economy" 3 reviews
"ride" 3 reviews
"expensive part" 2 reviews

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Mohd172 writes:
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almost a classic

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very old

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My 78 Vette — i bought ths car when i was 16, in 2002. it wasnt that good looking when i bought it, so i start doing every thing from the beggining. so here we are now.. but still because it a very old car, it needs maintenance from time to time and still i have to give it more attention cuz of its old age... the best thing about it that there are few of it on my country and you cant get one because there are no more for sale.. generally the car is soo gergeous and sexy.. i just love it..

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Amber writes:
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Curves, lovey

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Expensive parts

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My 1978 Corvette — It has the little 350 bored to a 355, so it's not really the speedy beast one might expect from a Vette. But, it's all about just being a VETTE, baby. Some engine work would definitely help, though! It has alot of original GM components...they certainly don't build them like they used to! I mean, that stuff is 30 years old and still works. It's the shiz! All in all, I love it because I've always wanted one. Why? It has those super sexy curves!

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John writes:
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Highway transmission provides insane acceleration while going 40 mph or more

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Highway transmission does not provide insane acceleration from a standstill...

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A Proud-to-own Classic — Sure, this generation wasn't the best on gas effeciency, but it's still a sleek car that outperforms a Porsche of the same year!

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Sarah writes:
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Looks awesome and has great acceleration. Nice to show off!

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Obviously not much room to put stuff, the steering is awful, and parts are expensive.

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Looks Awesome, But Is Awkward To Drive. — When I drove it, it was really hard to handle. If you move the steering wheel a little bit it turns a lot. One reason for that was a part of the steering column of other similar part was broken. It was also wierd to sit so far back in the car. I love the silver color and shape of it.

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Jordan writes:
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4-speed, L-82, T-Tops, and 8-Track Player for the win!!!

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Too much emissions crap chocks all the potential performance (Thanks '70s fuel crisis!).

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An Old Friend — Fantastic car!!! I had a L-82 with a 4-speed on the silver anniversary paint. Great car, amazing to drive. This is a slow one by Corvette standards however it is still a Corvette and loads of fun. This car is completely worth it!

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Taylor633 writes:
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damn good lookin and fast as hell! 454 chevy small block

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not a whole lot of interior room

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Greatest Car Out There! — umm gas is is a lil touchy, steering lil stiff but overall i love my car wouldnt trade it for anything

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Treid42 writes:
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Fast, fun, good handling

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Not practical for a working man such as myself and i have no time to use it.

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Overall It Is A Great Driving Car But Not Very Practical For Me — A fun, fast car with a fresh black paint job. The T-top is good and there are no leaks. Everything in the car works to my knowledge. It has a 350 V-8 with dual exhaust. It also sounds really good. It has a stock interior and has good tires and wheels

Owner for 1 years, 8 months

Miles Driven per Year:3,000

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doccns writes:
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Classic looks.  Always a "head turner."

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Finding knowledgeable mechanics.

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Great Set Of Wheels. — I have owned my 78 Pace Car replica vette since early 1985 and basically love the car. As it gets (and I get) older, however, finding good mechanics who are familiar with older vehicles is becoming progressively more difficult.

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Annatjie writes:
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Head turning beauty.  Not many left in South Africa.

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Very expensive in South Africa to run

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I Had One Exactly The Same Colour. — Has bucket seats, black interior leather. Stylish, good handling overall performance very good.

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Juank writes:
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hps

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not drive him!

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Dream Car! — 365hps,nice accelaration,nice braking, top speed : enough !! Its funnyto drive !! =) This car talks by himself , it is not the faster car , but is for sure a enjoyiable kind of car, if u like drive fast and secure not forgetting confort and appereance!! A dream car for sure !! And its a 25th aniversary so it have history too!!

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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