INTRODUCTION: Reportedly $300,000 invested in a complete
nut-and-bolt restoration on this gorgeous Vette with only 500 miles
since completd! Modern upgrades that make it every bit as enjoyable
to drive as it is to admire. I know firsthand because I drove it to
a car show, and I loved every second behind the wheel. Shifting
those gears and hearing the 502 roar through the side pipes was
exhilarating!
EXTERIOR: Absolutely breathtaking! This Corvette looks like the
world's finest ruby on wheels. The quality of the restoration is
immediately obvious- every panel fits with precision, the gaps are
laser straight, and the body is free of ripples or imperfections.
It honestly looks better than it did when it left the factory. It's
finished in a spectacular Candy Apple Red Metallic with incredible
depth and richness. The clear coat has been polished to a true
mirror like finish, while the black stinger hood stripe is painted
on and smooth to the touch. Every piece of chrome, stainless trim,
and weatherstrips have either been restored or replaced, giving the
car a jewel like appearance. The rich dark ruby Stayfast cloth
convertible top is a perfect complement to the paint. It features a
new windshield and rides on 15-inch aluminum bolt-on wheels wrapped
in BFGoodrich performance tires, with wider rubber in the rear for
an aggressive stance. Factory style side pipe covers preserve the
iconic Corvette look, but hidden beneath the covers is a full 3
inch Sweet Thunder stainless exhaust that delivers an unmistakable
rumble when you put your foot into it.
INTERIOR: It is just as impressive as the exterior, and once you
slide behind the wheel, you'll really appreciate how nice it is.
The leather sport seats are exceptionally comfortable, making this
Corvette a pleasure to drive on long cruises. The carpet is
expertly installed from front to back and is protected by Corvette
floor mats. The door panels have been replaced, and the entire dash
has been beautifully restored. Every gauge has been restored and is
working properly- even the clock. The interior lights all work too.
The center console is new and has the five speed shift pattern
plaque along with a correct style shifter. It also features
reproduction seat belts, functioning interior courtesy lights, and
a completely new wiring harness for modern reliability. Finishing
off the cockpit is a retrofitted tilt steering column topped with a
polished wood rim steering wheel that feels just right in your
hands.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: Under the hood, this Corvette captures the look
of a factory 427 Tri-Power while hiding a much more potent
surprise. Power comes from a GM Performance ZZ502 crate engine
producing 502 horsepower, delivering big block performance with
modern reliability. It has roller cam and rockers, rectangular port
heads shaved down .030" mated to a GM aluminum intake with Holley
Tri-Power carbs on top. It's dressed with correct style valve
covers, air cleaner, and even reproduction spark plug wires. A set
of coated headers feeds the factory style side exhaust, adding both
performance and the unmistakable big-block sound. The attention to
detail is outstanding. Every component in the engine compartment
looks fresh and new. It features power steering and power brakes,
while the alternator, wiring, pulleys, and brackets have all been
restored or replaced. The cooling system has a factory correct
appearance with the proper fan shroud, clutch fan, radiator cap,
reproduction hoses and clamps.
UNDERSIDE: This Corvette received a body off frame restoration, and
the attention to detail underneath is outstanding. Every nut, bolt,
fastener, and clip has been restored or replaced, giving it a new
show quality appearance. The chassis is painted smooth semi gloss
black, while the raw fiberglass floor pans are spotless. It even
retains the factory spare tire carrier. The suspension has been
completely rebuilt and upgraded for exceptional handling. Up front
are QA1 adjustable coilover shocks, polyurethane bushings, a heavy
duty sway bar, and a Borgeson power steering box. In the rear, it
features offset trailing arms, QA1 coilovers, Smart Struts, a heavy
duty camber rod kit, a sway bar, and an anti twist differential
crossmember mount for improved stability. The entire 4 wheel brake
system has been replaced- every brake line, hose, caliper and
e-brake assembly looks brand new. The fuel system has also been
completely replaced. If you want to make some serious noise, it has
3-inch electric exhaust cutouts right off the headers. Looking up
at the engine, you'll find a Milodon low profile oil pan with a
high volume oil pump inside and a high torque starter. Power is
sent through a Tremec TKO 600 five-speed manual transmission with a
Centerforce Dual-Friction 11-inch clutch to a 3.70 Posi rear end
equipped with heavy duty yokes, an aluminum girdle cover, and
lightweight 3-inch aluminum half shafts.
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and our reputation. Every
vehicle goes through our service department where it is inspected,
test driven, and we address the essentials before offering it for
sale.
CONCLUSION: I'm telling you, the fit, finish, and function of this
Corvette are better than 98% of the collector cars out there! It
really is that nice. The quality is obvious from every angle, and
the modern upgrades make it just as rewarding to drive as it is to
admire. It's absolutely beautiful, incredibly exciting behind the
wheel, and the kind of car you'll look forward to driving every
chance you get.
Vehicles are displayed in a museum setting. Admission applies
without an appointment and is refunded with purchase, including a
one-year museum membership.
815-385-3644 (9-5 Central)
[email protected] - Prompt responses
Tri-power carbs
Power steering
Power brakes
4 wheel disc
3.70 Posi
Side exhaust
Leather upholstery
Tilt wheel
Dark ruby cloth top
Stinger hood
Bolt on wheels
