1979 Chevrolet Corvette Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The 1979 Chevrolet Corvette was the top-selling Corvette of all time, with 53,807 cars sold. It remained largely unchanged from the 1978 model, with the exception of the disappearance of the "25th Anniversary" markers from the '78s and the change in emblem. A new rear spoiler originally limited to the 1978 Pace Car Replica was available. The base engine was the 350-ci small block V8, rated at 195 horsepower. The L82 option bumped the horses up to 225.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1979 Chevrolet Corvette
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by Bill C
Dec 05, 2022
This car has been taken care of so well. It has beautiful body lines, and distinctly the Corvette that alot of us grew up fascinated with, and dreamed about driving and owning. A classic choice for the Stingray enthusiast, definitely a head turner.Dec 05, 2022
by Paul S
Dec 07, 2021
Good price for a future collectible investment.Also, you can really enjoy driving this vehicle.Dec 07, 2021
by Richard W
Mar 31, 2021
Just a beautiful machine well kept.
I could see myself in this car. Mar 31, 2021
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by Bill C
Dec 05, 2022
This car has been taken care of so well. It has beautiful body lines, and distinctly the Corvette that alot of us grew up fascinated with, and dreamed about driving and owning. A classic choice for the Stingray enthusiast, definitely a head turner.Dec 05, 2022
by Paul S
Dec 07, 2021
Good price for a future collectible investment.Also, you can really enjoy driving this vehicle.Dec 07, 2021
by Richard W
Mar 31, 2021
Just a beautiful machine well kept.
I could see myself in this car. Mar 31, 2021
by Frederick B
Mar 13, 2015
My '79 L-82 4 speed rides OK, accelerates OK (but my family sedan Sonata 2.0 Turbo would probably take it), and is plausibly reliable for an old vehicle, but it does not appreciate in value, emits a lot of heat through the firewall from the motor, and requires a lot of TLC (things break).
With that said, I cannot imagine another car staring back at me from inside the garage; it’s just a really fine looking, cool, bad-ass garage embellishment.Mar 13, 2015
by Anonymous
Mar 11, 2015
i Love its style, power, the connection it has with the road. I could go on for awhile so to sum it up Ill say Its flat out F- ing awesome! Looking out the window at such a bad az machine knowing its mine still blows me away. Oh and telling people i own a 79 corvette makes me smile. To bad I dont feel the same way about getting in an out of it.Mar 11, 2015
by Cbenjr B
Sep 27, 2013
Runs and drive great, just want newer Vette with Z06 power. This is Corvette number 6 for me. Just love them and working on them making them as perfect as I can. Getting old, just want my last one a stick with lots of power.Sep 27, 2013
by Keith C
Apr 08, 2011
Love the look. Later C3 but has L82 option and 4-speed. I love the look with the Pace Car spoiler package. Rare factory order A/C delete, manual crank windows and close-ratio trans Vette. I'll never get rich from this car but I still love her!Apr 08, 2011
by Jack L
Jul 25, 2010
This car looks good and is fun to drive. I have done extensive work to restore this car and still needs interior trim work. It is still a Corvette, the only genuine American sports car. It will only go up in value.Jul 25, 2010
by Anthony J
Oct 14, 2009
Altough built in the 70's. I can't seem to dislike the car in any way. It's not the fastest ,or coolest car out there, but it has great personality. I don't care that it had poor build quality out of the factory 30 years ago or had 225 hp out of a 350 engine. Every time I get into the car, no matter how many times I drive it. It still puts a smile on my face.Oct 14, 2009
by Cody A
Oct 13, 2009
I like the 4bbl because when those 4th barels open a noise comes out that would bring a tear to ur eye... Also it has a shift kit, so when you floor it the tires cherp. In result leaving two tire marks...Oct 13, 2009
by Joshua J
Oct 04, 2008
This car is quite awesome, though the low geared V8 leaves something to be desired, its a nice drive and has the go when you need to. Black ext., black int., and chrome trim...very nice color scheme. I personally like how the speedometer can't keep up with the acceleration.Oct 04, 2008
by Anonymous
Aug 09, 2008
If you want to show off in a car, this one will turn heads!!
It's fun, fast and always enjoyable to drive. There isn't much maintenance because the engine is simple and easy to work on. If you know someone who has one, ask to go for a ride. Just don't ask if you can drive it.Aug 09, 2008
by Cole G
Jul 09, 2008
Great car. Handles well and great acceleration. I love
the fact that it can speed up quickly and hugs the road
so you can make those tight corners. Low cost of
ownership.Jul 09, 2008
by Jeff B
Jul 07, 2008
For a mid seventies Corvette - it was a decent car. It had very little rattles or flaws. Black, L82, spoiler package, 1982 Colllector Edition wheels and 4.11 rear gears made it fairly quick, if a gas hog.Jul 07, 2008
by Clint C
Jun 27, 2008
Its a vette man even the old ones handle sweet. I wish it had more power but its decent and it coners well. Its a classic lookin ride thats still fun to driveJun 27, 2008
by Anonymous
Apr 17, 2008
only had car 1 week
and im still working out a few bugs
but the car does ride and drive real nice
love the attention to detals on this car .
and the curb appeal is fantasticApr 17, 2008
by John L
Jan 05, 2008
nice solid car, L82 four speedJan 05, 2008
by Anonymous
Aug 05, 2007
I just completed a full restoration on this car and did not re-build to be a show car or to keep stock, I built the 350 up to 400 plus HP. This car has a 4 speed and is really setup for 1/4 mile racing, but it is very street able if you can afford to drive much at 11 MPG ! just a toyAug 05, 2007
by Joe K
Jan 01, 2007
I have had my 79 for 4 years now,it has 34,000 miles on it,it has a
L-82 engine not stock 16" wheels and lots of get up and go, not like the foreign junk they sell now. "BRING BACK THE CLASSIC'S" When car's were car's.....Jan 01, 2007
by Anonymous
Dec 14, 2006
Bought this beauty back in 1992 with 30000 miles. This car has been fourteen years of nothing but alot of fun and joy. There is nothing like taking out those t-tops on a hot summer night and going for a cruise,great filling. I now have 43000 miles on ths car now and have had no problems what so ever to speak of. Great car . Can't wait till spring to pull it out of the garage. J G MurphyDec 14, 2006
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