Vehicle Description
The second-generation Corvette might just be one of the best cars
ever created. With plenty of power and striking good looks, these
Chevys are extremely fun to drive, inspiring a cult-like following
and providing one of the most enjoyable ownership experiences on
the planet. This well-done C2 pro-tourer is an amazing classic
that's ready for years of endless cruising thanks to a custom
chassis, tastefully upgraded aesthetics and 556 horses of
supercharged LSA small block! Want to put some killer American
muscle in your garage? Check out this slick split-window Vette!
BODYWORK/TRIM
A jaw-dropping classic that was long ago separated from its
original drivetrain, this stunning Sting Ray is the product of a
documented, ground-up restoration that was extremely thorough and
exceptionally detailed. That rebuild is capped by a smooth and
solid body, which hides gauged panel gaps under glossy PPG Fisker
Silver tri-stage. That display opens with tucked bumpers, which
reflect a stainless grille and bullet-style parking lamps. Above
that grille, a shaved header panel fronts a '63-exclusive hood,
which leads the eye past matte wipers to stainless-trimmed glass.
At the sides of that hood, a sinuous profile hangs familiar bowtie
mirrors between shaved fenders, rowdy side-pipes and traditional
door handles. And at the back of that profile, a subtle fuel filler
rides a shaved deck, which shades a chrome tag frame, monochromatic
taillights and two more tucked bumpers.
ENGINE
This split-window's top-notch restoration is built around a stout,
6.2 liter LSA V8 that, based on GM's award-winning Generation IV
small block, utilizes an internally polished Lingenfelter
supercharger to twist 556 horsepower into 551 lb./ft. of
earth-moving torque! Dressed in a custom shroud, and seated in a
custom, fully finished bay, the big engine shows surprisingly well.
At the front of that shroud, a quality Concept One accessory drive
spins modern power steering, a polished alternator and a coated AC
compressor beneath custom air induction. In front of those
ancillaries, a C&R Racing radiator sports dual SPAL cooling
fans. Speaking of cooling, there's a requisite water-to-air
intercooler. Fires are sparked by familiar AC Delco plug wires.
Exhaust exits through Jet Hot-coated LSA manifolds. And details are
on point, with a familiar Wilwood master cylinder complementing
trick hydro-dipped texturing that gives the car's valve covers and
supercharger a slick, carbon fiber appearance.
DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
Park this pro-tourer on a lift and you'll find a spotless
undercarriage that's prepped, primed and ready to roar. A
Centerforce dual-disc clutch kicks a Tremec T56 Magnum 6-speed,
which turns a fifth-generation Camaro differential that's finished
with 3.42 gears. That world-class driveline is an integral part of
a custom-fabricated chassis, built from 2x4 boxed tubing, which
hangs QA-1 coli-overs and Speedway Engineering sway bars inside a
sixth-generation Corvette Z06 suspension. Quick stops are a cinch
thanks to sixth-generation Corvette Z06 calipers, which utilize six
pistons up front and four pistons out back to squeeze four drilled
rotors. Naturally, the aforementioned power steering fuels a modern
rack-and-pinion set-up. And the sixth-generation Corvette theme
continues with chromed Z06 wheels throwing torque through two
275/35ZR18 Nitto Invos and two 325/30ZR19 Nitto Invos.
INTERIOR
Pop the lightweight doors and you'll find a tastefully tweaked
interior that continues this Sting Ray's striking visuals. Front
and center, shortened sixth-generation Corvette buckets sport
custom leather hides. In front of those seats, a leather-wrapped
dash hangs custom-seated Auto Meter telemetry and colorful Dual
audio above custom-integrated Vintage Air climate control. At the
center of that trifecta, a hand-built console anchors buttons for
Nu Relics power windows behind a booted shifter. In front of the
driver, a D-shaped Billet Specialties wheel laps a tilting Flaming
River column. And behind the passengers, a big Kicker amp jolts a
big Kicker sub and dual Kenwood speakers.
OUR SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION
Restoration photos
Receipts for the car's engine and transmission
Storming the market over 60 years ago, America's favorite sports
car remains some of the hottest performance on the planet. This
split-window pro-tourer is a world-class custom that features a
potent drivetrain, a modern suspension and many well-executed
details that make it the perfect combination of show and go. There
really isn't a better hobby on earth than owning a classic car, and
driving this striking coupe is the perfect way to celebrate that
hobby!
SUMMARY
The beneficiary of a detailed, ground-up restoration
6.2 liter Chevrolet Performance LSA V8 / 556 horsepower
Tremec T56 Magnum 6-speed manual transmission / Fifth-generation
Camaro differential / 3.42 gears
Vintage Air conditioning
Customized leather interior / Modern audio
Custom chassis / Custom suspension / Sixth-generation Corvette Z06
wheels
Gauged body gaps / PPG Fisker Silver tri-stage
Sixth-generation Corvette Z06 brakes
Power rack-and-pinion steering
Sale includes restoration photos and receipts for the car's engine
and transmission
