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1954 Chevrolet Corvette C1.R Art Morrison Restomod

Custom Art Morrison Chassis | New Custom Built LT-5 V8 Engine  | ZF 6-Speed Manual

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Corvette
VIN:
E54S004390
Lot Number:
240821030
Odometer:
1
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
368ci V8
Drive Type:
RWD
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Midnight Blue Metallic
Interior Color:
Grey
Vinyl Wrap:
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Vehicle Location:
Seattle
Washington
  • 1954 Chevrolet Corvette C1.R Art Morrison Restomod
  • 368ci V8
  • 6-Speed Manual
  • RWD
  • Midnight Blue Metallic Exterior
  • Grey Inteiror
  • New Custom Built LT-5 Engine By Graham Behan
  • New ZF 6-Speed Manual Transmission
  • Build Completed By Eckerts Rod & Custom In June 2021
  • Custom Art Morrison Chassis
  • Formerly Displayed At The National Corvette Museum's Skydome Exhibit
  • New C4 Corvette Suspension System
  • Front & Rear Fully Adjustable Coilover Shocks
  • New Baer Brakes With 2-Piece Rotors
  • 14” Rotors
  • 6-Piston Front Calipers
  • Custom 17" HRE Wheels
  • Custom Built Drive Train
  • 3.73 Gear Ratio
  • Heat-Treated Gear Set & Stub Shaft
  • Custom Made Half-Shaft
  • New U-Joints & Hub Bearing Wheel Studs
  • Custom Made Aluminum Driveline
  • Custom Built Electronic Control Module For Lingenfelter
  • New Stainless Steel Fuel Tank With Fuel Pump
  • New Ceramic Coated Headers
  • 2.5” Mandrel Bent Polished Stainless Steel Exhaust
  • Supertrapp Mufflers
  • Flaming River Steering Column
  • New Corvette Steering Wheel
  • New Rack & Pinion Steering Unit
  • New Custom Built Radiator
  • New Oil Cooler
  • New Power Steering Cooler
  • Full New Interior
  • New Seats
  • New Door Panels
  • New Carpeting
  • Dakota Digital Gauges
  • New Custom LED Headlights
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Background Story of this 1954 Chevrolet Corvette

Overview of 1954 Chevrolet Corvette For Sale by Owner

Customizing a classic car requires a delicate balance of respect for its heritage and innovation in design. One misstep can compromise the aesthetic of a build, but this 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Restomod is a shining example of customization done right. Crafted to perfection by Eckert's Rod & Custom, this first-generation Corvette is more than a classic—it’s a statement piece. It boasts a custom Art Morrison chassis, and the meticulous attention to detail elevates it into a league of its own. To highlight just how special this Corvette is, it was formerly displayed at the National Corvette Museum in the Skydome Exhibit—a testament to its exceptional craftsmanship. The build was completed on June 2, 2021, before making its journey to Bowling Green, Kentucky, for this prestigious display. Underneath its elegant exterior lies a treasure trove of engineering marvels that blend vintage charm with modern performance.

1954 Chevrolet Corvette - Overview Photo

Exterior and Interior

Finished in a striking Midnight Blue, this Corvette retains much of its original factory styling from afar. However, a closer look reveals bespoke touches that set it apart. The LED headlights and the de-chromed, blacked-out trim give the car a sleek, modern edge while honoring its roots. The stance is further enhanced by custom HRE wheels—17"x9.5" in the front and 17"x11" in the rear—finished in gunmetal grey. These wheels pair perfectly with the C4 Corvette suspension and fully adjustable coil-over shocks, ensuring the car handles as well as it looks. Inside, the black interior retains a vintage feel with modern upgrades that prioritize both style and comfort. The cabin features hand-built, high-quality leather upholstery, complemented by Dakota Digital HDX gauges custom-made for the Corvette. New seats, door panels, and carpeting add to the refined aesthetic, while a new Flaming River steering column and a Corvette steering wheel keep the driving experience intuitive and enjoyable.

1954 Chevrolet Corvette - Interior Photo

Engine

The engine bay of this 1954 Corvette is where the real magic happens. Powering this restomod is a custom-built LT-5 engine by Graham Behan, boasting 368 cubic inches and over 600 horsepower. This is no ordinary LT-5; it features one of two custom-built Electronic Control Modules (EMC) supplied by Lingenfelter Racing and programmed for peak performance. Supporting this impressive powertrain are high-end components like a custom aluminum driveline, ceramic-coated headers, a stainless steel fuel tank with an integrated fuel pump, and polished stainless steel SuperTrapp mufflers. A custom-built radiator and new oil and power steering coolers ensure optimal performance, even under demanding conditions. The Corvette’s drivetrain includes a ZF 6-speed manual transmission, giving the driver complete control over its substantial power. Further enhancing the handling are a 3.73 heat-treated gear set and stub shaft, custom-made half-shafts, and new U-joints. Stopping power comes courtesy of Baer Brakes with two-piece rotors, parking brake functionality, and Alcon calipers, making it as capable on the road as it is on display.

1954 Chevrolet Corvette - Engine Photo

1954 Chevrolet Corvette C1.R Art Morrison Restomod

368ci V8

6-Speed Manual

RWD

Midnight Blue Metallic Exterior

Grey Inteiror

New Custom Built LT-5 Engine By Graham Behan

New ZF 6-Speed Manual Transmission

Build Completed By Eckerts Rod & Custom In June 2021

Custom Art Morrison Chassis

Formerly Displayed At The National Corvette Museum's Skydome Exhibit

New C4 Corvette Suspension System

Front & Rear Fully Adjustable Coilover Shocks

New Baer Brakes With 2-Piece Rotors

14” Rotors

6-Piston Front Calipers

Custom 17" HRE Wheels

Custom Built Drive Train

3.73 Gear Ratio

Heat-Treated Gear Set & Stub Shaft

Custom Made Half-Shaft

New U-Joints & Hub Bearing Wheel Studs

Custom Made Aluminum Driveline

Custom Built Electronic Control Module For Lingenfelter

New Stainless Steel Fuel Tank With Fuel Pump

New Ceramic Coated Headers

2.5” Mandrel Bent Polished Stainless Steel Exhaust

Supertrapp Mufflers

Flaming River Steering Column

New Corvette Steering Wheel

New Rack & Pinion Steering Unit

New Custom Built Radiator

New Oil Cooler

New Power Steering Cooler

Full New Interior

New Seats

New Door Panels

New Carpeting

Dakota Digital Gauges

New Custom LED Headlights

Walk-around Video of this Chevrolet Corvette

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1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$109,999
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By 1965, Chevrolet had fully refined the C2 Corvette formula into one of the most iconic American sports cars ever produced. The second-generation Sting Ray had already established itself as a dramatic departure from the original Corvette, blending European-inspired handling with unmistakably American V8 performance. This 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray Convertible shows just 1,454 miles on the odometer, though as with many vintage vehicles, this figure should be considered mileage shown unless otherwise documented. Finished in highly desirable Glen Green over Saddle vinyl with both a matching Saddle soft top and a body-colored removable hardtop, this example presents as a particularly elegant expression of mid-1960s Corvette design. Features such as side-exit exhaust, knock-off style wheels, and the teakwood steering wheel further elevate its appeal for collectors seeking a properly specified C2.

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2003 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 50th Anniversary Edition

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$37,500
SOLD

The 2003 model year marked a major milestone for Chevrolet as the Corvette celebrated its 50th anniversary, commemorating five decades of America’s iconic sports car. To honor the occasion, Chevrolet introduced a special 50th Anniversary Edition package featuring exclusive styling cues, upgraded technology, and premium luxury appointments. This 2003 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 50th Anniversary Edition shows just approximately 9,428 miles and is finished in exclusive 50th Anniversary Red over a Shale leather interior. Equipped with the highly desirable 6-speed manual transmission and 1SC Preferred Equipment Group, this C5 Corvette combines classic American V8 performance with collectible anniversary significance. With its low mileage, magnetic selective ride control, premium interior appointments, and anniversary-specific details, this Corvette represents one of the most refined and desirable versions of the C5 generation.

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1996 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Collector’s Edition

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$26,500
SOLD

The 1996 Chevrolet Corvette Collector’s Edition Convertible represents the final send-off of the iconic C4 generation, a platform that carried Corvette through a major technological evolution from the 1980s into the modern era. This particular example is equipped with the highly sought-after LT4 engine, available only with a 6-speed manual transmission, making it one of the most engaging and collectible variants of the C4 lineup. Showing just 41,677 miles, it stands as a well-preserved example of a limited-production commemorative model finished in exclusive Sebring Silver Metallic. With its blend of rarity, performance upgrades, and open-top driving experience, this Corvette appeals strongly to both collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate analog performance.

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1967 Chevrolet Impala Convertible

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$44,000

The 1967 Chevrolet Impala represented the final year of one of Chevrolet’s most elegant full-size body styles of the decade, combining sweeping proportions with unmistakable American V8 presence. By this point, the Impala had firmly established itself as one of America’s most popular full-size cars, available in everything from comfortable family cruisers to big-block-powered boulevard bruisers. This 1967 Chevrolet Impala Convertible shows approximately 35,353 miles and presents as a beautifully configured open-top cruiser, finished in striking Bolero Red over a Parchment interior with a matching convertible top. With big-block power, upgraded drivability features, and timeless styling, this Impala offers the kind of classic American motoring experience that remains endlessly appealing.

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2024 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS Collector's Edition

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$73,000

As the sixth-generation Camaro reached the end of its production run, Chevrolet marked the occasion with special farewell models that celebrated one of America’s most enduring performance nameplates. This 2024 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS Coupe Collector’s Edition represents that final chapter, combining the raw appeal of naturally aspirated V8 power with modern performance technology and a limited-production sendoff package. Showing just 1,071 miles, this example remains effectively in near-new condition and presents an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire one of the final factory V8 Camaros ever built. Finished in sinister Panther Black Metallic Tintcoat and equipped with the desirable Collector’s Edition package, this coupe blends future collectibility with genuine everyday usability and old-school American muscle character.

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VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$49,999

Some special editions are simply appearance packages, while others carry genuine provenance that collectors immediately recognize. This 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS Convertible Indy 500 Festival Edition belongs firmly in the latter category. Showing just 8,394 miles, this highly exclusive machine is one of only 101 officially designated Indy 500 Festival parade cars produced for the 2017 Indianapolis 500 festivities, with this specific example individually numbered #85. That makes it exponentially rarer than ordinary Camaro special editions and far more significant than a standard production 2SS Convertible. Finished in Summit White over a striking Adrenaline Red leather cabin with a black soft top, this Camaro combines authentic event heritage with naturally aspirated V8 performance. For collectors seeking something with true motorsport association, documented rarity, and immediate visual presence, this is the kind of modern American special edition that stands apart.

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1967 Chevrolet Impala - Passenger side

1967 Chevrolet Impala Convertible

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$44,000

The 1967 Chevrolet Impala represented the final year of one of Chevrolet’s most elegant full-size body styles of the decade, combining sweeping proportions with unmistakable American V8 presence. By this point, the Impala had firmly established itself as one of America’s most popular full-size cars, available in everything from comfortable family cruisers to big-block-powered boulevard bruisers. This 1967 Chevrolet Impala Convertible shows approximately 35,353 miles and presents as a beautifully configured open-top cruiser, finished in striking Bolero Red over a Parchment interior with a matching convertible top. With big-block power, upgraded drivability features, and timeless styling, this Impala offers the kind of classic American motoring experience that remains endlessly appealing.

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1995 Ford Mustang - Passenger side

1995 Ford Mustang GT Convertible Supercharged

VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$23,999

This 1995 Ford Mustang GT Convertible is what happens when a clean SN95 cruiser is transformed into a genuinely serious street machine. While the chassis shows 99,658 miles, the seller reports that the heavily upgraded drivetrain is substantially fresher, with approximately 2,000 miles on the built 347 stroker V8 and fewer than 750 miles on the professionally built transmission. Finished in factory-correct Laser Red Metallic over Saddle with a matching Saddle soft top, this Mustang retains classic mid-1990s convertible charm while packing performance figures that would embarrass many modern muscle cars. With a dyno-reported output of over 450 horsepower at the wheels and more than 510 lb-ft of torque, this is not a casual bolt-on build—it’s a purposefully assembled forced-induction street car for enthusiasts who appreciate old-school supercharged V8 brutality.

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1965 Ford Mustang - Passenger side

1965 Ford Mustang GT

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PENDING SALE
$61,995

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