Vehicle Description
Just like a Shelby Cobra, this 1958 Chevrolet Corvette Lister
Replica pays tribute to matching a slick and nimble British body
with plenty of American V8 power. The difference between this and a
snake-bite is it's actually a predecessor of the Shelby, more
powerful, agile, and distinctive than the Cobras you can get for
the same price. So, it's time to turn more heads and faster
laps.
This example is Lucra Cars LC 470 built in 2008, and those who are
in the know are already impressed. That's because it means a
tubular frame and an amazing carbon fiber body - an unbeatable
modern combination for strength and feather-light weight. And while
the construction is state-of-the-art, the body has classically
beautiful lines. The low-slung front end with fenders that help you
understand where the wheels are at all times has a touch of a Lotus
feeling to it (not surprising considering the designer Frank Costin
also did work for Lotus.) And the short curved windshield and
rounded rear end remind us instantly of the Jaguar D-Type. But
while this unique design seems inspired by the best of Britain, it
is also undoubtedly American. The slippery blue paint highlighting
every curve, and the large white stripe over the top would let
everyone know you were racing for the USA back in the day. And the
Halibrand-style alloy wheels are another great symbol of American
ingenuity.
From the moment you open the door, you're reminded this is a true
competition machine. Wrap-around bucket seats, four-point racing
harnesses, three spoke wood steering wheel, and a perfectly
positioned short-throw shifter - this is everything you want when
attacking the track, and nothing extra to weight you down. All of
your instruments are laid out in a machined aluminum panel, which
really focuses your attention in the black interior. And it's great
to see an updated Smiths gauge package that pays tribute to this
car's heritage. If you're looking for a radio, you're already
missing the point of a car like this, because your true favorite
soundtrack will be coming from those sidepipes.
You tilt the full front end forward to get great access to the
beast within. That's a GM ZZ4 performance crate motor stroked to
383 cubic inches. It inhales deeply through a Holley four-barrel
carburetor, and the header package adds even more power as it helps
create the sweet rumble at your ears. The motor is rated around 385
horsepower, and in a lightweight machine like this, it's a peerless
power package. But the true beauty of this Lister Corvette replica
is the amount of control it offers. For example, the TKO-600
five-speed manual transmission and McCleod 11-inch clutch allow you
to harness the full potential of the performance V8. The suspension
is a fully independent unit borrowed from the C4 Corvette design,
with upgrades such as adjustable coilovers for optimal control. And
even stopping is confident with a four-wheel disc brake package and
Nitto NT01 competition-inspired rubber.
Complete with full owner's manual and less than 1,500 miles on the
whole build, this Lister Corvette replica is beautiful, blindingly
fast, and a memorable machine. And if you've priced what most of
these carbon fiber cars go for, you already know this is a heck of
a deal. So hurry up and grab it before it's gone! Call now!!
