- Cater Prototype Le Mans Racer - Custom Built 1 of 1
- Blue Exterior
- Black Interior
- Manual Transmission
- Current owner is the builder/Inventor
- Current owner reports the BMW V12 LMR was an inspiration for this build
- 2002 Corvette Z06 Donor Car
- Custom body work with all molds included in sale
- Current owner reports curb weight is 2620 lbs. roughly 500 pounds lighter than the original Z06 donor car
- 5.7L LS6 V8
- Current owner reports power is estimated at 455 HP compared to stock 405HP
- Long tube headers
- Aftermarket catalysts
- Cold air intake
- Tuned
- Current owner reports engine was repositioned towards the rear 8 inches
- Current owner reports stock wheel base but pushed engine back for better weight distribution
- Shortened the long torque tube in between engine and rear transaxle
- 6 Speed manual
- Disc brakes
- No windshield
- Functioning rear wing
- Forged aluminum wheels by Weld Racing
- Nitto tires
- Body is estimated to be roughly 3 inches wider than donor Z06
- LG Motorsports Springs and Shocks, Coil Over Dampers
- Custom nose lift installed using 4" air bags controlled by a remote
- Squared racing steering wheel
- Original Z06 fuel tank
- Fiberglass and Kevlar body panels
- Body panels reported to be reinforced with vinyl ester resin
- Painted in 2013
At Exotic Car Trader, it's rare to come across a custom build as unique as this one. Presenting the 2002 Carter Prototype Le Mans Style Racer, a bespoke creation offered for sale by its builder and inventor. This extraordinary vehicle began its life as a 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, Weighing in at just 2,620 lbs—approximately 500 pounds lighter than the original Z06 donor car—this meticulously engineered prototype represents hundreds of hours of planning and craftsmanship. This custom built 1 of 1 Carter Prototype being built by Legendary inventory George Carter offers a truly unique vehicle that looks perfectly at home on the Circuit de la Sarthe. With the documentation making this Le Mans style race car road legal, you can drive this one of a kind creation on the streets of your town.
Exterior and Interior
It is explained that the inspiration for this unique build came from the Le Mans prototype racer, the BMW V12 LMR, paying homage to the low open air cockpit in a low sweeping body. All body work has been custom-made, with it being approximately three inches wider than the donor Corvette. The panels themselves are made of fiberglass reinforced with vinyl ester resin. The current owner reports that the custom body work with all molds are included in sale and are valued at about $50,000. There is a kevlar firewall and of course the open air cockpit. The car was painted in 2013 and features a functional rear wing. The wheels are forged aluminum rims from Weld Racing wrapped in Nitto tires. Getting over speed bumps is aided thanks to the custom nose lift, which has been installed using 4-inch air bags controlled by a remote.
Engine
Under the hood lies a 5.7L LS6 V8 engine, meticulously enhanced to improve upon the original formula. The engine has been repositioned approximately eight inches rearward for superior weight distribution, and the torque tube between the engine and rear transaxle has been shortened. Performance modifications include long tube headers, aftermarket catalysts, and a cold-air intake, resulting in an estimated 455 hp, up from the stock 405 hp. This power is delivered to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission. The vehicle retains the original Z06 fuel tank and rides on LG Motorsports springs and shocks with coil-over dampers. Braking is managed by disc brakes, and driver inputs are made via a squared racing Sparco steering wheel. In summary, the 2002 Carter Prototype Le Mans Styler Racer is a remarkable fusion of engineering prowess and design ingenuity. Its custom bodywork, advanced engineering, and race-inspired aesthetics make it a standout choice for enthusiasts seeking a unique and powerful vehicle that is significantly lighter than the C5 Z06 it was based upon.
A unique fusion of American muscle and endurance racing inspiration, this 2002 Carter Prototype represents a one-off creation blending Chevrolet Corvette performance with prototype-style bodywork. Built by its current owner and inventor, the car began life as a 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 before undergoing extensive modifications to reimagine it as a Le Mans–inspired race car. Powered by a 5.7-liter LS6 V8 paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive, it benefits from re-engineering that improved weight distribution, reduced curb weight, and added aerodynamics. With custom fiberglass bodywork, Kevlar firewall, and a curb weight roughly 500 pounds lighter than its donor car, this one-off prototype offers both rarity and ingenuity in equal measure.
At Exotic Car Trader, it's rare to come across a custom build as unique as this one. Presenting the 2002 Carter Prototype Le Mans Style Racer, a bespoke creation offered for sale by its builder and inventor. This extraordinary vehicle began its life as a 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, Weighing in at just 2,620 lbs—approximately 500 pounds lighter than the original Z06 donor car—this meticulously engineered prototype represents hundreds of hours of planning and craftsmanship. This custom built 1 of 1 Carter Prototype being built by Legendary inventory George Carter offers a truly unique vehicle that looks perfectly at home on the Circuit de la Sarthe. With the documentation making this Le Mans style race car road legal, you can drive this one of a kind creation on the streets of your town.
A unique fusion of American muscle and endurance racing inspiration, this 2002 Carter Prototype represents a one-off creation blending Chevrolet Corvette performance with prototype-style bodywork. Built by its current owner and inventor, the car began life as a 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 before undergoing extensive modifications to reimagine it as a Le Mans–inspired race car. Powered by a 5.7-liter LS6 V8 paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive, it benefits from re-engineering that improved weight distribution, reduced curb weight, and added aerodynamics. With custom fiberglass bodywork, Kevlar firewall, and a curb weight roughly 500 pounds lighter than its donor car, this one-off prototype offers both rarity and ingenuity in equal measure.
At Exotic Car Trader, it's rare to come across a custom build as unique as this one. Presenting the 2002 Carter Prototype Le Mans Style Racer, a bespoke creation offered for sale by its builder and inventor. This extraordinary vehicle began its life as a 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, Weighing in at just 2,620 lbs—approximately 500 pounds lighter than the original Z06 donor car—this meticulously engineered prototype represents hundreds of hours of planning and craftsmanship. This custom built 1 of 1 Carter Prototype being built by Legendary inventory George Carter offers a truly unique vehicle that looks perfectly at home on the Circuit de la Sarthe. With the documentation making this Le Mans style race car road legal, you can drive this one of a kind creation on the streets of your town.
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