In 1978, Chevrolet celebrated the Corvette’s 25th anniversary with a refreshed third-generation model. The update included a new fastback-style all-glass rear window, a redesigned interior, and several special editions—most notably, a limited-run Indy 500 Pace Car version. For the first time in its history, the Corvette was selected as the official pace car of the Indianapolis 500, driven at the start of the race by Indy 500 champion Jim Rathmann. Chevrolet originally intended to build on...| CorvSport.com