Vehicle Description
This is a cool classic that's five decades in the making. The
exterior looks like a C2 Sting Ray coupe, but beneath the custom
bodywork is a fire-breathing 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. So, you get
all the iconic design lines from the American icon, but now it's
backed by an LS3 V8 engine, modern sports suspension, six-speed
automatic with flappy paddles, and all the modern amenities you
could want.
If you've been keeping an eye on the Corvette scene, then you
already know about Karl Kustom Corvettes. These were low-batch,
six-figure creations that would take a modern drivetrain and
surround it with the Sting Ray body of your dreams. And because
these were hand-assembled, they really took the time to get it
right. So, the panels have a terrific fit that give you the crisp
crease around the whole body that the C2 was famous for. Plus, this
low-mileage classic still retains a terrific gloss and shine thanks
to a lifetime of careful ownership. And as you look closer, you'll
love the details. Two-piece mirror-like chrome bumpers, correct
Corvette badging, and flip-up headlights. And this one earns its
iconic stinger hood with all the power underneath (more on that in
a moment), featuring a black scoop design to match thee convertible
top. This beauty also retains practical features like the brake
cooling ducts and large polished wheels to make sure that this
retro machine is still a modern performance juggernaut. Man, what a
looker.
Open the doors and you'll be immediately welcomed into the lap of
automotive luxury. Professionally swapped in from a 2008 Corvette,
the interior fits so well it looks like it was installed in Bowling
Green. It is obvious that GM put a lot of thought into the design
of an interior that is pleasantly practical while providing a full
slate of creature comforts. The black with red inserts leather
upholstery is in great condition, showing only very little wear
acquired from the usual wear and tear while being enjoyed the last
10 years. It is still nice and soft with no rips or tears though,
and you won't hesitate to hop in and go have some fun. And, of
course, the two-tone color combination acquits itself very well to
the exterior paint. All of the electronics and gauges work as they
should, and this car has all of the power options you'd expect,
including an anti-theft system, power windows and locks, a heads-up
display, and a big head unit in the dash that includes a navigation
system. The interior of your favorite cruiser should feel like a
home away from home, and that's exactly what you have here. So it's
time to fire it up and put the hammer down!
The heartbeat of this Chevrolet is a stock 6.2 liter LS3 engine.
And in this case, "stock" does not mean "tame." Not even close! A
fantastic combination of high technology and uncompromising
performance, the ground-breaking LS3 features an aluminum block and
heads and is loaded with components that are designed for optimum
power and longevity. It effortlessly produces 430 HP and 428 ft.
lbs of torque. That'll carry this little Vette from 0-60 in about
four seconds. Well, that's some serious acceleration, don't you
think? All of that horsepower is transferred to the rear end
through a smooth-shifting 6-speed automatic transmission that is
augmented by an uber-fun paddle shifting feature that explodes this
Corvette off the line. Put the car on a lift and you'll see dozens
of other features that make this custom convertible an
extraordinary driving machine. Power train enhancements include a
high-performance dual exhaust that provides a throaty rumble that
turns heads everywhere it prowls. A racing-bred suspension delivers
a superb balance of road and race track performance, and you'll be
absolutely amazed at the cornering ability of this car. It's almost
as if it were glued to the road. Even the braking system is
state-of-the-art Wilwood at every corner, with drilled and vented
rotors, and multi-piston calipers that provide ultimate stopping
power under the most grueling conditions.
Complete with owner's manual, few people could afford this kind of
distinction when it was offered, and you can't even get this
package today. So when collectability and drivability meet so
nicely, you know this custom beauty will always have desirability.
Don't miss out, call today!
