Melding the iconic looks of the 1958 Corvette with 21st-century
performance, this outstanding restomod is the result of one
collector's lifelong passion for Corvettes. Having grown up around
1950s Corvettes through his father's Brooklyn-based Chevy
dealership, the consignor wanted the panache of a 1958 'Vette but
also wanted to blow the doors off of modern traffic. Upon finding a
derelict donor in 2007, he turned it over to Advanced Automotive
Technologies of Rochester Hills, Michigan, run by former GM
designer Steve Pasteiner. AAT is renowned in the industry for
building prototypes and concept cars for nearly every major
manufacturer.
The results speak quite well for themselves. The beautifully
restored body, in Signet Red with white side coves, retains the
original character with subtle tweaks. Hinting at what lurks
beneath, the car sits low on fabulous period-style "kidney bean"
16-inch wheels wrapped in chunky Goodyear radials. Hiding behind
the wheels are disc brakes all around, and four-wheel independent
suspension supporting a bespoke chassis. Power comes from a
Chevrolet LS1 V8 rated at 350 horsepower and backed by a six-speed
manual transmission, providing ample giddy-up. The cockpit
seamlessly blends new and old with custom red leather seats, a
bespoke console, retro-modern stereo, and modern instruments set in
the original dash. Two tops further enhance the three-season
usability.
AAT's vast expertise is evident in the car's impressive
engineering, packaging, and finish quality. Guided by a passionate
Corvette enthusiast's dream, it captures the greatness of the
original in a "turnkey" package ready to devour the miles with
ease.
Vehicle Details
1958 Chevrolet Corvette
Listing ID:CC-2008582
Price:Auction Vehicle
Location:Las Vegas, Nevada
Year:1958
Make:Chevrolet
Model:Corvette
Odometer:3449
Stock Number:LV25Lot_132
VIN:J58S102827
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