For Sale at Auction: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette in Scottsdale, Arizona

This custom 1965 Chevrolet Corvette convertible is based on an Eric Brockmeyer rendering, from which Justin Smith and his team at Smithy Customs created a detailed piece of art with subtle updates to the original. The no-expense-spared build was completed in 2023 and immediately toured the show circuit. Some of the car's awards include Millwinders Top 7, Full Radical Handbuilt Custom and Full Sports First Place at AutoRama, PPG Street Machine of the Year Contender at the Goodguys Nationals, Meguiar's Magnificent Masterpiece at Summit Racing Lone Star Nationals, Elite 8 and Best Car at Texas Elite Auto Showcase. It was featured in Goodguys Gazette magazine and Wheel Hub magazine. This Corvette was outfitted with a big-block-style hood, and the side body line was modified with integrated fender flares. The body was finished in House of Kolor Silver Nebula Metallic. Exterior appointments include a removable hardtop, chrome plating by Speed and Sport, and LED front flashers and taillights. It rolls on 18- and 19-inch C7 Schott wheels. The rear body was modified with hand-fabricated mini-tubs to accommodate the massive Hankook red-line 325/30-19 rear tires. The full custom red leather interior was crafted by Aaron Davis at Innovative Rides. Some of the interior features include Dakota Digital HDX gauges, tilt column with Sparc Industries steering wheel, Restomod Air Cyclone S climate-control system, power windows and locks, Lokar shifter, Alpine Electronics and JL Audio 2,000-watt stereo system. It's equipped with automatic headlights that operate from a photo sensor on the dash. The highly detailed painted engine compartment houses the new 525hp GM LS3 engine. Some custom touches include the hand-fabricated steel engine cover, air intake, finned valve covers and Concept One serpentine system. The engine, which breathes through ceramic Ultimate headers and has a custom-fabricated stainless-steel exhaust system with side pipes, is coupled to a new GM 4L70E automatic transmission. The undercarriage is highly detailed throughout. The body sits on an Art Morrison GT Sport chassis with independent rear suspension. The floors were finished in textured paint for durability, and the chassis was powder-coated silver. Stopping power is provided by Wilwood four-wheel disc brakes with red calipers and slotted rotors utilizing a hydro-boost system, as well as an E-Stopp electric parking brake. Since completion, this Corvette has only traveled 133 miles and was recently serviced by Smithy Customs. An organized binder with paperwork and miscellaneous awards is included in the sale. From the MS CLASSIC CARS Collection. **PLEASE NOTE: THIS VEHICLE NEEDS TO BE COLLECTED OR SHIPPED FROM THE SELLER'S LOCATION**