1965 Corvette RestoMod
Completed in 2017
Absolutely stunning Black Corvette Sting Ray. A complete frame off nut and bolt restoration with upgrades to a modern RestoMod Sting Ray. The attention paid to even the smallest detail is amazing and shows in the true quality of this car. Professionally built by Lucra Cars in San Marcos CA. Less than 2500 miles since completion, all the bugs and kinks have been worked out of this car. Stunning in every way, and better than new.
The all-original 1965 body was stripped, epoxied, primed, and painted. The big block hood is aftermarket. All window glass and trim are said to be original. Original bumpers were sand blasted, and triple chromed plated. Badges are reproductions.
While disassembled the frame was boxed and stiffened, modified to accept the modern LS3 and 4L65E, then it and the remaining suspension components were all sand blasted and powder coated black. Literally every item on this car is new, better than new, condition. The black PPG paint is breathtaking, and the entire interior is all new red leather.
The Corvette was built to look 100% stock, inside and out, from the show room in 1965. Only a true Corvette enthusiast will see the subtle changes without popping the hood or looking under the car. Under the hood is a modern fuel injected LS3 / 4L65E (4 speed OD) Chevy connect and cruise powerplant with a Holley front drive pulley system. The cars electronics are run by a RacePak SmartWire solid state power control module attached to a complete ACC wiring harness. Cooling the car is a Griffen 3 core aluminum radiator with dual electric fans, cooling the driver is a new VintageAir system. Wilwood parts were sourced for the mater cylinder and 6 piston front / 4 piston rear brakes connected with all stainless-steel lines. The suspension is handled by RideTech, adjustable upper and lower control arms in the front with strong arms in the rear, single adjustable coil overs at all 4 corners. Steering is done with Steeroids power rack and pinion steering.
This is a true definition of a RestoMod. Below is the list of components that make this a truly World Class RestoMod:
GM Performance 480 LS3 crate engine
GM Performance 4L65E 4 speed transmission with over drive
Ride Tech coil over with full suspension kit. Fully adjustable ride height and firmness
All new modern bearings, bushings, mounts, and cushions
Rack and Pinion steering by Steeroids
Wilwood brake system: 6 piston front/4 piston rear, master cylinder and stainless steel lines
Rebuilt rear end with 3.73 gears and positraction
New drive shaft
New hubs and knock off spinners, re-finished repo 15x6” wheels
Smart Wire solid state PCM with ACC wiring harness. Eliminated the need for fuses and relays, digitally controlled
Griffin performance radiator, 3 core with dual electric fans
Custom fabricated and powder coated radiator lines and cold air intake
VintageAir air conditioning and heat
Classic Instruments digital gauge set
PPG black paint with clear coat, wet sanded cut/buffed to a glass finish
New interior from Al Knoch. Including dashboard, seats, headliner, door panels, etc. everything is new!
All new rubber, weather stripping, door and window seals/felts
All new assembly screws, nuts, bolts, washers, etc interior and exterior have been replaced with new!
This car is ready to be driven, shown and will make a centerpiece to any car collection
