1979 ORIGINAL 'DARK BLUE' L82 350/225HP V8 WITH BELIEVED TO BE 52K ORIG MILES!

Condition:	Used
Make:	Chevrolet
Model:	Corvette
SubModel:	L82 350/225HP V8 COUPE WITH 52K ORIGINAL MILES!
Type:	Coupe
Trim:	Dark Blue Leather
Year:	1979
Mileage:	52,200
VIN:	1Z8749S443779
Color:	Dark Blue
Engine:	5.7L L82 350/225HP V8
Cylinders:	8
Fuel:	Gasoline
Transmission:	Automatic
Drive type:	2WD
Interior color:	Dark Blue
Vehicle Title:	Clear
Item location:	Santa Monica, California, United States

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Air Conditioning, Power Windows
Cassette Player, Leather Seats

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Description of 1979 Chevrolet Corvette L82 350/225HP V8 COUPE WITH 52K ORIGINAL MILES!

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West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional example of this desirable 1979 Chevrolet Corvette L82 350/225HP V8 coupe with reported and believed to be only 52K original miles in it's all original factory color 'Dark Blue' (Color code 83L) paint with all original body panels and with absolutely no signs of any rust or bodywork/accidents, matching 'Dark Blue' color Leather seats and trim (Trim Code 292), original matching # L82 350/225HP V8 engine (an expensive $565 option in 1979)and original factory options including automatic transmission, power disc brakes, power steering, power windows, power door locks, power antenna, cruise control, rear window defogger, AM/FM stereo cassette radio with dual rear speakers, T-Tops and air conditioning!
The car is in exceptional condition and the interior and the trim is also beautiful with virtually no real noticeable flaws! Importantly, the car has four virtually new 'BF Goodrich TA' tires and working air conditioning. Purchased by us recently with reportedly 52K original miles! All the options are working including all gauges and lights and the AC. The L82 Corvette had a designated fifth digit VIN number with a number '4' to designate the high performance 225HP L82 V8 engine option instead of the number '8' for the standard L48.
After Corvette's various legendary big block engines of the sixties, the 396 c.i. with 425HP & the various 427 c.i. engines, including the limited production L88 and then eventually the LS6 454 in 1971; Chevrolet continued production into the early seventies with the big block 454 engine but by 1975 it was dropped from the Corvette range, as along with the rest of the industry, de-tuning to meet increasingly strict emissions testing regulations legislated out of existence virtually every American high performance car by the mid-seventies, with the Corvette alone remaining the almost sole choice for any kind of remaining muscle car type performance. And so the Corvette continued into the late seventies with a pair of small block V8 engines, the standard L48 and the obviously more desirable and upgraded high performance L82 with performance oriented rear axle ratios. With its strong torque output and relatively light weight, this Corvette still provided strong performance and thrilling driving dynamics and equipped with this L82 option engine, the Corvette was reportedly the fastest US productions car for 1979, rivaled only by the limited numbers of the Pontiac 400 Trans Am 6.6L of the same year.
This is obviously one very rare and highly desirable example of this classic American sports car - a completely rust and accident free 1979 Chevrolet L82 Corvette with reportedly only two owners since new and believed to be only 52K original miles with factory air conditioning, power windows, mirror roof T-Tops and the high performance L82 engine and 'Gymkhana' suspension option. An obviously always garaged and unabused example, the engine purrs under the hood and the automatic transmission shifts smoothly through the gears - an absolute pleasure to drive without any of the older Corvette typical shakes or rattles - a truly remarkable daily driver that will give any modern day sports car a run for its money!
Without a doubt you will look long and hard to find a finer example of this 'Mako Shark' C3 generation L82 Corvette - perfect for the Corvette enthusiast to add to his collection or simply any classic American muscle car collector!
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WEST COAST CLASSICS, LLC Please note: TERMS OF SALE: YOU BID TO OWN: This vehicle is being sold by West Coast Classics, LLC; we are licensed and bonded vehicle dealers in the state of California. Please note that all vehicles sold to be registered in the state of California will be charged California sales tax on the final EBay sales price and any required DMV licensing, smog, documentation and registration fees. If leaving the state or country, the vehicle must be picked up by a professional licensed auto transportation company that can provide a bill of lading, otherwise California sales tax will be charged. (All licensed auto transport companies provide these). Any out of the state and international buyers will upon completion of the sale be sent by FEDEX the title and bill of sale for the vehicle and will be personally responsible for any sales tax and licensing and registration fees in their home state or province. 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In the event the deposit is not posted within the required period of time, the vehicle will be offered for sale to the next subsequent high bidder or relisted for sale. This is to be considered an absolute sale and the buyer is required to comply with all of my conditions in these terms of sale. By placing a bid and winning the auction you hereby agree to abide completely with these terms of sale and the terms of sale are to be considered a legal and binding purchase agreement. Once again, please note that there are no inspections to be made after the auction ends - please be sure to complete any inspection before bidding. The Seller reserves the right to cancel any bid at any time and to end the auction early for any reason. The seller makes every effort to describe in detail any known flaws in the vehicle and includes many detailed and recent photos of the vehicle. The mileage on the vehicle is correct at the time of listing but obviously subject to minor changes necessary to complete delivery of the vehicle to the buyer and test drives etc. Please note that all used vehicles, especially classic and older vehicles, are by definition unique and complex and their condition, for better or worse, must always be considered a subjective opinion to each individual. Therefore the seller shall not be responsible for the absolute correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no guaranties or warranty in connection therewith. Vehicles are sold with one master key unless otherwise stated. Vehicles are sold with handbooks and manuals only if stated in the advertisement. Buyer hereby acknowledges that any definition or terms relating to a "matching numbers" description of any car has been met and the buyer has inspected the car and is satisfied with the description prior to bidding or purchase. 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A documentation fee of $55, which is capped and regulated in California as opposed to some other states, is charged on each sale, which once established legally has to be charged equally on each sale, to cover any necessary costs related to FEDEX mailings and other professional documentation paperwork fees for processing documents to establish title and registration in order to complete the transfer of documents to the new registered owner. Good luck and thanks for your interest!