- 1959 Chevrolet Corvette Restomod
- 6.2L Naturally Aspirated LT1 V8
- Electronic Fuel Injection
- 4L60E 4-Speed Automatic w/ Overdrive
- RWD
- Black/Silver Exterior w/ Ghost Flames
- Black/Gray Leather Interior
- Black Convertible Soft Top
- Dakota Digital Gauge Cluster
- Air Conditioning
- Radio
- Power Windows
- Tilt Steering Wheel
- Aftermarket Z06-Style Wheels
- 4-Wheel Power Disc Brakes
- Power Steering
- Custom Paint Job
- Reupholstered Interior
- Custom Tube Chassis w/ C4 Suspension
The first generation of Chevy’s popular Corvette sports car and grand tourer was revealed to the public in 1953. Called the C1, it ran until 1962, and sold just over 69,000 units. Today, finding a C1 is a little tough, but not impossible. You’ll find pristinely-kept, bone-stock examples, fixer-uppers, daily runners and restomods, like this Texas-based 1959 Chevrolet Corvette Restomod. This car packs a 6.2-liter naturally aspirated LT1 from a later Corvette, as well as aftermarket Z06-style wheels and a 4L60E 4-speed autobox. These, plus many other refinements make this a classic Corvette that you can daily drive with comfort and confidence.
Exterior and Interior
This beautiful 1959 Chevrolet Corvette Restomod sits on a custom tube chassis with C4 Corvette suspension. Its body is blessed with a black and silver paint job that includes ghost flames, while its wheels are aftermarket Z06-style units. These modern elements tastefully blend with the period-correct design, dual headlamps, bulbous flanks, chrome bumpers and of course, the car’s black canvas soft top since this car is a convertible. It’s a gorgeous thing to drive along, and even more captivating to gaze at when parked. The reupholstered interior of this 1959 Chevrolet Corvette Restomod comes with black and gray leather, and has been upgraded with several features. The sporty aftermarket steering wheel sits on a tilt steering column, with a Dakota Digital gauge cluster directly behind. There’s air conditioning for optimal comfort on hot days, as well as a radio for some music. The radio is a retro-modern styled unit, so there’s multiple media options available. Then, you’ve got plenty of cargo space in the trunk, which also appears to have been reupholstered to match the interior. Clearly, a lot of attention to detail has been spent on this lovely Vette.
Engine
This 1959 Chevrolet Corvette Restomod packs a modern 6.2-liter LT1 V8 that should easily pump out a reported 400 horses or more. The engine uses electronic fuel injection for reliable and dependable performance. It drives the rear wheels through a 4L60E 4-speed automatic gearbox with overdrive. There’s even a mirror in the engine bay for some eye candy! The car comes with power steering and 4-wheel power disc brakes too.
This 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 is an excellent example of one of the most important American performance cars of its era. The first-year ZR-1 paired the C4 Corvette’s unmistakable shape with the sophisticated 5.7-liter LT5 DOHC 32-valve V8, a ZF 6-speed manual transmission, and unique wide-body hardware developed to handle its increased performance. Finished in Black over a Black leather interior, this example retains hallmark ZR-1 equipment including the dual-mode engine power system with its Full-Power key, Selective Ride Control, staggered 17-inch directional aluminum wheels, and removable targa roof panel. This a particularly compelling example for the collector or enthusiast seeking a first-year ZR-1 with limited indicated use.
This 2000 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe shows approximately 48,017 miles and combines classic C5 styling with a useful mix of factory equipment and enthusiast-focused upgrades. Finished in Light Pewter Metallic over a Light Gray interior, it is equipped with the Preferred Equipment Group 1SA, G92 Performance Ratio Axle with a 3.15 rear axle ratio, and a factory Head-Up Display. Performance modifications include a Borla Stinger exhaust system, aftermarket headers, a K&N cold air intake, Bilstein Sport shocks, and upgraded performance brakes. Modern additions such as a Kenwood Excelon double-DIN stereo with Apple CarPlay, front and rear dash cameras, and front and rear parking cameras make this Corvette more convenient to enjoy on a regular basis.
The 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray represents one of the most memorable years of the C3 era, and this convertible brings together several of the ingredients enthusiasts look for in a classic Corvette. Showing approximately 2,999 miles on the odometer, it pairs Daytona Yellow paintwork with a black interior, both a convertible soft top and removable hardtop, and the unmistakable presence of a 427ci big-block V8. A 4-speed manual transmission, triple 2-barrel carburetors, side exhaust, heavy-duty clutch, and power-assisted steering and brakes give this example a particularly appealing specification. The current owner also reports that the engine build has been refreshed.
This 1956 Chevrolet 150 Restomod is a clean Tri-Five build with the kind of mechanical and cosmetic upgrades that make these cars genuinely fun to drive. Showing approximately 3,050 miles, it features a custom Green and White paint job over a reupholstered Brown leather interior and is powered by a 383ci Summit Racing crate V8 paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The engine has been positioned 1.5 inches forward, while Sanderson headers, a 3.90 Posi-Traction rear end, power-assisted disc brakes, electric cooling, and an aluminum radiator give the car a far more capable setup than a stock 150. Add Dakota Digital gauges, air conditioning, a trunk-mounted battery, 17-inch mag wheels, and an upgraded sound system, and this is a well-rounded restomod that blends classic Tri-Five style with much more modern road manners.
This 1966 Chevrolet C10 combines the clean, squared-off look of Chevrolet’s first-generation C/K pickups with a straightforward small-block V8 restomod treatment. Showing approximately 70,291 miles, it is finished in a striking Orange and Gray two-tone exterior over a Black interior. Under the hood sits a 350ci V8 equipped with an Edelbrock 4-barrel carburetor and Edelbrock intake manifold, paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. Aftermarket headers, wheels, steering wheel, gauges, and audio equipment add to the truck’s customized character, while the wood bed floor with metal strips keeps a classic pickup-truck element intact.
This 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 is an excellent example of one of the most important American performance cars of its era. The first-year ZR-1 paired the C4 Corvette’s unmistakable shape with the sophisticated 5.7-liter LT5 DOHC 32-valve V8, a ZF 6-speed manual transmission, and unique wide-body hardware developed to handle its increased performance. Finished in Black over a Black leather interior, this example retains hallmark ZR-1 equipment including the dual-mode engine power system with its Full-Power key, Selective Ride Control, staggered 17-inch directional aluminum wheels, and removable targa roof panel. This a particularly compelling example for the collector or enthusiast seeking a first-year ZR-1 with limited indicated use.
This 1956 Chevrolet 150 Restomod is a clean Tri-Five build with the kind of mechanical and cosmetic upgrades that make these cars genuinely fun to drive. Showing approximately 3,050 miles, it features a custom Green and White paint job over a reupholstered Brown leather interior and is powered by a 383ci Summit Racing crate V8 paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The engine has been positioned 1.5 inches forward, while Sanderson headers, a 3.90 Posi-Traction rear end, power-assisted disc brakes, electric cooling, and an aluminum radiator give the car a far more capable setup than a stock 150. Add Dakota Digital gauges, air conditioning, a trunk-mounted battery, 17-inch mag wheels, and an upgraded sound system, and this is a well-rounded restomod that blends classic Tri-Five style with much more modern road manners.
This 1957 Buick Roadmaster Riviera 2-Door Hardtop is pure late-1950s American excess in the best possible way, combining dramatic Harley Earl-era styling with the torque-rich character of Buick’s Nailhead V8. Showing approximately 14,574 miles, this example was refurbished in the late 2000s and is finished in Dover White and Bittersweet Red over a Rust and Ivory interior. Its 364ci Nailhead V8 was overhauled, the Dynaflow automatic was rebuilt, and the car was later upgraded with an Air Lift Performance air suspension system. Add in power steering, power brakes, power windows, a power front bench seat, Hot Rod Air climate control, and wide whitewalls, and this Roadmaster delivers the extravagant look of a flagship ’50s Buick with a few thoughtful upgrades that make it even more enjoyable today.
This 1971 Dodge Charger Restomod Super Bee Tribute brings together the aggressive third-generation Charger shape, period-inspired Super Bee styling, and a thoroughly updated big-block drivetrain. Showing approximately 62,213 miles, it is finished in Vitamin C Orange with a Black vinyl roof and Black interior, while the current owner reports that the car underwent a rotisserie build. The centerpiece is a 440ci V8 fitted with FiTech electronic fuel injection and a Mancini Racing Six Pack intake, backed by a TorqueFlite 3-speed automatic and an 8¾-inch Sure Grip rear end with 3.55 gears. Add in the N96 Air Grabber system, AMD bulge hood, Rallye instrumentation, Slap Stik shifter, and Super Bee graphics, and this tribute captures the visual attitude of Mopar’s muscle-car era with a more usable modernized fuel system.
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