1998 Chevrolet Corvette 'Indy 500 Pace Car'

5.7-Liter LS1 Aluminum V8 Engine
Sequential Fuel Injection
345bhp at 5,600rpm
6-Speed Manual Transmission
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes

*One of only 547 1998 Indianapolis 500 Pace Cars made
*Extremely low-mileage example, with just 231 miles recorded
*Equipped with 6-Speed Manual Transmission
*Stunning, time-capsule original condition accompanied by the original window sticker

THE 1998 INDINAPOLIS 500 PACE CAR

1998 marked the return of the Corvette Convertible as well as the return of the Corvette as the Pace Car for the Indianapolis 500. To mark the occasion and to make it well known that the Convertible was back, the 1998 Pace Car replica featured a color scheme that was like no other. It featured an exclusive Radar Blue paint with extensive Indy 500 graphics, yellow wheels, and yellow interior accents. Interestingly, the 1998 Corvette that served as the official pace-car from the race was virtually identical to the production model variants that were built to commemorate the event. Unlike most other pace cars, which require mechanical modifications to bolster the car's performance to meet the rigors of pacing the massive racetrack, the Corvette came equipped with enough horsepower to handle the demands of leading the pack with ease. The official pace car's LS1 engine did receive a freer-flowing intake manifold and modified exhaust system designed to boost the car's horsepower from 345 to 370hp, but this was done as a means of differentiating the "official" car from the "replicas."


THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

This extremely well-preserved Corvette Indianapolis 500 Pace Car has covered a mere 231 miles from new at the time of cataloging and represents a unique opportunity to buy one of the 547 models that were built in 'time capsule' condition. This Corvette is equipped with the Pace Car package which includes the unique Radar Blue paint, black leather interior with yellow inserts, color keyed yellow wheels and a black convertible top and more. This package cost an additional $6,000 when new. This incredible example is also equipped with a 5.7 L 345hp LS1 engine and a 6-speed manual transmission. This stunning time-capsule represents a unique opportunity to own a part of the Indianapolis 500 legacy.