Vehicle Description
The Street Rod movement, keenly summarized as traditional
customization with modern amenities, began gaining popularity about
50 years ago. And today, with technology that continuously blurs
the lines between transportation and art, building a storied
classic into a custom-fabricated trophy chaser has become one of
America's favorite pastimes. But even with top-tier customizers and
a who's who list of extreme kits, there's still something to be
said about originality. And even though many companies create
purpose-built sculptures that headline shows across the globe, many
of them are about as stylish as a Malaise Era pickup. Well, as you
can probably see, this incredible Corvette is the elixir for street
and show sickness. A magazine-featured custom that was built to
show AND cruise, it combines picture-perfect aesthetics with
serious mechanical prowess. And if you're looking for invigorating
performance, a lust worthy parade queen or just a cool car to own
and enjoy, it's a great candidate for your next classic!
VETTEROD DONE RIGHT!
For gearheads, there's something very primal about a car that rolls
low, sports a big motor and features an open cockpit. But, like the
technology needed to successfully flaunt that appearance, the
appeal of this striking VetteRod runs much deeper than inquisitive
novelty. Created by Autokraft Race Cars and Restorations in Eau
Claire, Wisconsin, this unique Chevy is the product of a ground-up,
no-expense-spared build that utilized entirely new components. The
car's topless roadster body is high quality Downs Industries
composite that's been tastefully customized in the name of both
form and function. Everything shines street rod sophisticate under
smooth Bentley Meteor Blue two-stage. And today, the car rolls as a
Goodguys Street Machine of the Year Top 10 Finalist that, in
addition to being featured on the cover of Vette Magazine,
thoroughly impressed in Goodguys AutoCross competition.
So, it looks good and runs great, but what of the details? The
car's low-slung profile kicks off with a traditional grille which,
centered in a modified valance, complements highly polished bumpers
that are trimmed with trick LED driving lamps. Refashioned
headlight buckets hang modern torches opposite clean coves that
have been finished with blue carbon fiber inlays. A sculpted hood
leads the eye to a custom windshield that's been carefully cut and
generously laid back between hand-fabricated A-pillars. Modern
mirrors reflect a fixed Speedster Deck Lid that, before being
carefully customized, was cribbed straight from a sixth-generation
Corvette. And at the back of the car, custom CNC-ed bumpers frame
integrated Bentley exhaust tips and a recessed tag frame.
PROFESSIONALLY BUILT LS3
Since the plan was to build this world class Vette with entirely
new components, outfitting its smooth engine bay with a modern LS
mill was likely an easy decision to make. That said, a custom this
extensive calls for something a little more capable than mere
plug-and-play power pulled from an incapacitated donor car. So, the
builders contacted a professional engine shop and ordered a hearty
LS3 crate motor that features forged internals, over 500 horsepower
and over 500 lb./ft. of torque. At the front of the block, short
air tubes funnel a perfect amount of oxygen between remote Spectre
filter elements and a trusty GM throttle body. That wind mixes with
fuel in a factory LS3 intake, on its way to aluminum GM cylinder
heads that are dressed in modern Corvette rail covers. Coated
headers crawl around short plug wires. And a big aluminum radiator
fronts two SPAL puller fans.
THE BEST OF EVERYTHING
One of the best aspects of using Downs fiberglass is the fact that
the company automatically incorporates mini tubs into their bodies.
And naturally, those tubs pair exceptionally well with a sturdy
Downs Industries rear suspension that's built around a proven Ford
9-inch. That axle, finished with Strange 3.73 cogs, trails a short
Driveline Specialists driveshaft, which trails a tough Tremec T56
6-speed. That gearbox hangs between stiff Art Morrison rails, which
are led by an independent Art Morrison front-clip. Turns come
courtesy of power rack-and pinion steering. Solid stops are
provided by powder-coated sixth-generation Corvette calipers, which
squeeze a quartet of cross-drilled rotors. Custom exhaust roars
through polished Magnaflow mufflers. And power scorches the
pavement through attractive Forgeline ZX3s, which spin 275/35ZR18
General Exclaim UHPs 325/30ZR19 General Exclaim UHPs.
THE ART OF CUSTOM
Constructed over the course of six months by the pros at Clinton,
Iowa's Upholstery Unlimited, this roadster's tasteful interior is
nothing short of show stopping! Custom-shaped Corbeau seats ride
firm under custom-dyed four-point harnesses. A two-tone dash tilts
sharp New Vintage USA telemetry and modern pushbutton ignition
above a sculpted console that's finished with blue carbon fiber
inlay. A trick Hurst shifter grooves between custom side panels
that, like the rest of the cockpit, feature a slick combination of
leather, aluminum and carbon fiber. Plush carpet frames muted
Wilwood pedals and a muted Safecraft fire extinguisher. The driver
spins a serious Momo wheel around a tilting column. The passengers
stow essentials in a wide truck that's revealed by custom hinges.
And a custom Alpine stereo bumps crisp speakers, a 1,530-watt
Audison amp and 10-inch Focal subs that are housed in a
custom-tuned enclosure.
Plenty quick and plenty cool, this exclusive Corvette is an
excellent combination of easy performance and timeless aesthetics.
What other niche allows you to own a classic that can star at shows
AND politely drive you home? Call, click or visit
https://www.RKMotors.com and stage a bid for this bad bowtie!
HIGHLIGHTS
World class VetteRod custom that's the product of a professional,
ground-up build
Featured on the cover of Vette Magazine
Top 10 Finalist for Goodguys Street Machine of the Year honors
Professionally built LS3 crate engine with forged internals and
over 500 horsepower
Tremec T56 6-speed manual transmission with a Hurst shifter
Ford 9-inch rear axle with Strange 3.73 gears
Power rack-and-pinion steering
4-wheel disc brakes with sixth-generation Corvette calipers
Art Morrison frame
Art Morrison front suspension and a Downs Industries rear
suspension
Custom leather interior with Corbeau seats
Modern audio system
Downs Industries composite body with Bentley Meteor Blue paint
18 and 19-inch Forgeline ZX3 wheels
Titled as a 2008 Assembled Vehicle in New York state
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world
