Vehicle Description
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In the most significant styling change of the first-generation,
Chevrolet added an exposed four-headlamp design and much more
prominent grill to the 1958 year-model Corvette. The exterior also
had a faux-louvered hood and chrome trunk spears added which were
exclusive to 1958 models. On the interior, the tachometer was moved
directly in-front of the driver, with the rpm readings topping out
at 8;000 versus the 6;000 shown the previous year. Motor choices
also grew in 1958.
This '58 Corvette restomod is the ultimate balance of originality
and performance. Walking up to this Corvette, one is caught by the
stunning SIlver Blue over White exterior. The gleaming chrome,
white soft top and whitewall tires lead you to believe you are
walking up to a stock '58. Looking inside, the custom leather
wrapped ivory interior tells you that there is something different
about this Vette. Pop the hood, and it the 5.7L LS1 immediately
lets you know that this car has is ready to perform.
The result of an extensive restoration and customization, this '58
has been built to provide superior balance and performance without
diminishing the car's original styling. Under the hood, the LS1,
with aluminum block and heads, is tied to a T56 Magnum 6-speed
transmission with LS7 clutch and flywheel. Stainless steel shorty
LS1 headers and a custom 4" intake demonstrate the thought and
design that went into ensuring the car provided total performance.
In order to maximize handling, Jim Myers independent coil over
front suspension was added to the front with a parallel 4-link
suspension added to the rear as well as Viking adjustable shocks.
4-wheels disc brakes all around the car provide great stopping
power.
From the exterior to the interior and underneath, it is apparent
that the restoration of this Corvette was done with meticulous
attention to detail. All too often, restomods receive an unbalanced
build where one focuses too much on performance and ignores balance
and aesthetics. This was not the case in the build of this
Corvette. It is a collector grade restomod that it equally
enjoyable to both admire and drive.
Unless stated otherwise, mileage shown on odometer is exempt and
unknown if original.
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