Vehicle Description
SUMMARY
502 cubic inch Chevrolet V8
Turbo-Hydramatic 400 3-speed automatic transmission
Air conditioning
Customized ultraleather interior
Heavily modified body
Power steering
4-wheel disc brakes
Upgraded suspension
17-inch polished aluminum wheels
Factory-style differential
With restored Corvette roadsters being six-figure collectables in
factory-correct condition, it takes quite a bit of nerve to pull
the gloves off and 'frankenstein' a killer pro-tourer. But, as
you'll see, the results are definitely worth the six figures it
required to finish this amazing car, as few C2s possess its
combination of sheer performance and classic style. Ready for a
first class build that combines everything great about the storied
Sting Ray with technology that's more akin to a modern Z06? Here it
is!
BODYWORK/TRIM
Sealed in glossy Metallic Black 2-stage, this slick Corvette is the
beneficiary of an extensive, ground-up restoration that appears to
be very fresh. In addition to better-than-factory alignment, the
car's body features super sinuous appeal thanks to custom fenders
and quarters that employ much more flare than stock. That body's
combination of form, fit and flash was reinforced by fully shaved
emblems and high-gloss clear which, naturally, has been buffed to a
wet-looking shine. And today, this striking Sting Ray rolls as one
of the coolest classics in our 274 car showroom!
What's the point of flaring the fenders of an already sculpted
classic unless you REALLY emphasize the car's unique athletic
demeanor? I mean, we all know that Corvettes with flared fenders
are awesome cars! But therein lies the issue: the hobby already has
tons of awesome classics. So, why not go all out and try something
a bit different? That was probably the main line of thinking behind
this Chevy's striking aesthetics. At the front of the car, a
deleted bumper makes way for a custom nose-clip, which centers a
large billet grille between a flat header, frenched parking lamps
and a molded chin spoiler. Above that clip, a C3-style hood traces
an LT-1-style stripe in front of bright wipers, stainless-trimmed
glass and weather-free canvas. Below that glass, '67-style heat
extractors lead chrome door handles, a trademark bowtie mirror and
massaged rocker guards. And at the back of the car, an ornate fuel
filler caps correct 'razor blade' bumpers, '67-style taillights and
polished stainless exhaust outlets.
ENGINE
Believe it or not, "unique athletic demeanor" might be a bit of an
understatement for this Chevy. Tilt the car's lightweight hood and
you'll find a clean, 502 cubic inch big block that's been built,
polished and tweaked to major horsepower and earth-moving torque! A
rich mixture of oxygen and fuel is supplied by a big Demon
4-barrel, which floats between polished fluid lines and a polished
K&N X-Stream air filter. That carb rides on a polished aluminum
intake, which is mated to a color-keyed block via bowtie-branded
heads. Those heads hang polished and milled valve covers between
polished and etched breathers and coated long-tube headers. At the
back of those tubes, a color-keyed distributor bounces spark
between a color-keyed coil, adjustable MSD ignition and high
quality Taylor plug wires. In front of those wires, a polished
serpentine drive spins a polished Edelbrock water pump between a
polished alternator, a modern AC compressor and modern power
steering. That pump feeds a shrouded aluminum radiator that's
parked in front of polished water tubes and a polished flex fan.
And all that first class hardware is detailed with items like
polished fluid reservoirs, a polished master cylinder and chrome
dipsticks.
DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
We've said it time and time again, and the old adage still proves
true. A pro-tourer simply isn't an authentic pro-tourer unless its
significant power enhancements are augmented by significant chassis
upgrades. That's the only way 100% of the car's performance
potential will ever be realized. Accordingly, this spry Vette's
smooth, Satin Black floors frame a massaged suspension that's been
augmented with a color-keyed composite mono-leaf, custom-fabricated
control arms and modern coil-over-shocks. At the center of that
skeleton, a color-keyed Turbo-Hydramatic 400 3-speed makes good use
of a factory-style differential. Turns come courtesy of
factory-style power steering. Smooth and solid stops are provided
by for polished calipers, which clamp four vented discs. Exhaust
rumbles through ceramic-coated pipes and ceramic-coated Flowmaster
dual-chamber mufflers. Power flows through polished, 17-inch
blades, which spin 245/45 Mickey Thompson Street Comps in front of
295/45 Mickey Thompson ET Street Radials. And everything from this
Corvette's finned transmission pan and polished flywheel cover to
its stainless fluid lines and proven Mallory fuel pump, is expertly
finished, superbly detailed and ready for action.
INTERIOR
Pop the doors and you'll find a tweaked ultraleather interior that
mixes the best aspects of modern convenience with the best
attributes of vintage style. Front and center, plush, 2-tone
buckets support standard lap belts. In front of those seats, a
striking chrome and black dash hangs red-trimmed Auto Meter
Pro-Comp Ultra-Lite telemetry beside a direct-fit Secret Audio
stereo. At the edges of that dash, custom, chrome-trimmed door
panels splash color-keyed accents amid billet accessory handles. At
the bottom of those panels, premium carpet anchors "CORVETTE"
branded floor mats beneath big kick speakers and a custom console
that frames a modern, color-keyed shifter. In front of the driver,
a polished and half-wrapped steering wheel spins a color-keyed rim
around a tilting Flaming River column. And behind the passengers, a
small storage area features enough room for a weekend getaway.
OUR SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION
An original Owner's Guide
A wiring diagram
This professionally restored Vette is the kind of car that runs
hard and wins trophies. Everyone loves topless Sting Rays, but some
are A LOT cooler than others. If you've been searching for an
awesome C2 to enjoy for years to come, you're looking at your next
classic!