1958 Chevrolet Corvette Custom Convertible

This 1958 Corvette Resto-Mod is powered by a new LS-427 cu inch engine, 605hp, 565ft lbs. of torque, connected to a 4L75E automatic transmission. The powder-coated Art Morrison GT chassis includes compact independent rear suspension, featuring Ride Tech coil-overs with adjustable ride height. Stopping power is provided by the Wilwood big-brake package, with electric power brakes. This project started with the paint being stripped off using the plastic media blasting system. The body is finished off with Duratec Vinyl Ester Primer, and topped off with BASF Porsch Azzuro Theyts Metallic Base Coat/Clear Coat paint. This Resto-Mod includes a complete custom leather interior, featuring reclining custom seats, for added head and leg room. The steering column and the lower firewall were moved forward for additional comfort. Vintage Air handles interior heating and cooling. The instrument cluster has been upgraded to Dakota Digital RTX analog instruments, which include an electric actuated hood opener, and a Bluetooth AM/FM custom stereo. This car includes an electric parking brake. LED headlights were installed for safety. Fuel is supplied by a GM ZL1 fuel pump, in a custom stainless steel fuel tank, built by Rick’s Tanks in El Passo, TX. All fuel and transmission lines are Kevlar braided lines. Cooling is provided by a custom DeWitt radiator. Exhaust flows through the custom Ultimate headers, and polished stainless-steel exhaust. Custom wide quarters accommodate the large tires on custom Schott wheels. Over 1800 hours invested in the build, completed in November of 2026, and driven over 400 test miles since completion. This ride is finished for show and built to be driven.