- MY 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
- Rebuilt 5.7L V8 LS1 Engine
- Automatic Transmission
- Custom built by Vertical Doors Inc
- Custom Hood
- New Suspension
- Lambo Doors
- Widened Back Fenders
- Aftermarket Four-Pipe Exhaust
- New Rims
- New Battery
- New Alternator
- New Carpet
- New Leather Interior
- Current Owner Reports They Used Mold Of Car for C8's (1 of 1 Prototype)
- New Paint
- 19" Tires in front, 20" in back
- Completely Restored
- New Speakers
- Custom Paint job by Chip Foose
If you grew up in the Nineties, chances are you had a poster of a fifth-generation or C5 Chevy Corvette. Introduced in 1997 and made until 2005, the C5 was popularized by its appearance in Gran Turismo, making the PlayStation generation aware of this iconic sports car. The C5 was also the last Corvette to have pop-up headlamps, a reason strong enough for many enthusiasts to choose one over a later model from a newer generation. Either way, you’ll probably have noticed that this 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is a little different from a regular C5. It’s a custom job by Vertical Doors, Inc. Keep reading to discover what’s coming with this car.
Exterior and Interior
This black 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe looks a bit different from the front itself, because it’s got a custom hood. Moving to the side profile, we note new rims, purple side accents, and widened fenders towards the rear. Then, you step towards the rear and the difference is noticeable; this car has got a rear end inspired by the last-generations C7. We’re told that a C7 mold was used in helping make this car’s custom rear end, replete with aftermarket four-pipe exhaust exit. Then, as you enter its cabin, you’ll note that it’s got Lambo-style doors. The black leather interior of this interesting 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe comes with new carpeting and the usual conveniences that the C5 brought at the time. This includes powered seats with heating, dual-zone climate control with air conditioning, and a Delco Theftlock-capable head unit with CD playback capabilities. All this makes for a car that can easily be daily driven even in 2025 without needing to give up on much – in fact, the lack of smartphone connectivity is actually a good thing.
Engine
Packing a 5.7L (350ci) V8 paired with an automatic gearbox, this 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe offers a powerful yet easy-driving experience. That’s great for the PlayStation generation who may not have learned how to drive stick. The car also has a new alternator and new battery to eliminate electrical gremlins. It can still do 0-60 in under 6 seconds, and sounds great while doing it.
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The 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible sits at the heart of the early C3 era, pairing dramatic styling with the kind of mechanical specification that made these cars so memorable. Showing approximately 5,672 miles, this example is finished in Monza Red over a Black interior and is equipped with the desirable L46 350ci V8 rated at 350 horsepower. A 4-speed manual transmission and Positraction rear axle keep the driving experience firmly enthusiast-focused, while power steering and power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes add useful road manners. Chrome Rally wheels, a black convertible soft top, and the unmistakable Stingray bodywork give the exterior its period-correct presence, while the cabin retains the classic twin-cowl dash, center console, and auxiliary gauge layout. An aftermarket steering wheel, manual shifter, air cleaner, and JVC audio head unit add a handful of personalized touches without taking away from the car’s classic Corvette character.
This 1978 Chevrolet C10 Silverado brings together classic square-body styling with a selection of upgrades that give it a more personalized street-truck character. Showing approximately 70,132 miles, this example is powered by a 350ci V8 with a 4-barrel carburetor and 3-speed automatic transmission. Finished in a custom Black and Silver two-tone exterior over a Gray interior, it also features power steering, power brakes, air conditioning, aftermarket wheels, an aftermarket suspension setup, and a center console with cupholders. The result is a distinctly American pickup that keeps the straightforward appeal of the original C10 while adding a cleaner, lower, more customized presentation.
The 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible comes from the heart of the C2 era, when the Corvette had already matured into a genuinely serious American sports car without losing the raw character that made the Sting Ray famous. This example leans heavily into that character. Showing 19,053 miles, it pairs a 327ci V8 with a four-barrel carburetor and a four-speed manual transmission, then adds the kind of period-style attitude enthusiasts gravitate toward: side-mount exhaust, knock-off-style turbine wheels, and a vivid Sunfire Yellow finish over a black interior. The current owner reports more than $83,000 invested into the build, with attention extending beyond cosmetics into the cooling system, ignition components, timing hardware, and other supporting mechanical upgrades. What makes this car appealing is that it still delivers the classic C2 experience in the way enthusiasts want it: small-block V8 up front, manual gearbox in the middle, drive going to the rear, and very little standing between the driver and the car. The side pipes give the Corvette a more aggressive presence and soundtrack, while the custom paint and wheel setup emphasize the long-hood, short-deck proportions that made the midyear Corvette one of Chevrolet’s most iconic designs.
By 2008, the C6 Corvette had matured into one of the strongest all-around American performance cars of its era, and this example combines the right mechanical hardware with an unusually extensive equipment list. Showing 50,966 miles, this 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is equipped with the desirable 3LT Preferred Equipment Group and Z51 Performance Package, pairing the LS3 V8 with a six-speed manual transmission, 3.42:1 limited-slip rear axle, and dual-mode performance exhaust. It was also specified with the GCA Ultimate Package, adding a collection of appearance upgrades that give this Victory Red Corvette a more distinctive presence than a typical C6. An aftermarket front splitter and audio head unit add further personalization while retaining the fundamental character that makes a manual Z51 C6 such an appealing enthusiast car.
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