LS3-Powered 1960 Chevrolet Corvette 5-Speed

OVERVIEW

This 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is powered by a 6.2-liter LS3 V8 backed by a TREMEC TKO five-speed manual transmission. Features include a Street Shop Stage 3 chassis with a C4 Corvette suspension, power brakes and steering, Vintage Air climate controls, a power-opening hood, and an AM/FM/CD/iPod/DVD Kenwood stereo with a backup camera. Finished in Roman Red and black over a red leather interior, this Corvette is available now and comes from the selling dealer with a clear title.

EXTERIOR – FEATURES

The exterior is finished in red with black coves. Features include chrome bumpers, chrome headlight rings, a driver-side rearview mirror, a Haartz cloth soft top, and a color-keyed convertible top boot.

EXTERIOR - WHEELS AND TIRES

A set of five-spoke 18-inch Foose wheels is wrapped in Dunlop Direzza radial tires.

INTERIOR – FEATURES

The bucket seats, trim, and dashboard top pad are upholstered in red leather. Features include power steering and brakes, manual windows, a floor-mounted manual shifter, Vintage Air climate controls, an AM/FM/CD/iPod/DVD Kenwood stereo with a backup camera, and a Billet Specialties steering wheel with a red leather grip.

INTERIOR – GAUGES

The instrument panel consists of a 160-mph speedometer, a 7K-rpm tachometer, and gauges for the fuel level, water temperature, voltage, and oil pressure. The odometer reading of 590 miles reflects the miles logged since the build was completed.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Power is provided by an LS3 6.2-liter V8 and backed by a TREMEC TKO five-speed manual transmission. Engine bay features include red Corvette coil covers, a custom air intake plenum, and an aluminum radiator with an electric fan.

UNDERCARRIAGE

The original Corvette chassis has been replaced with a Street Shop Stage 3 chassis with a four-wheel independent C4 Corvette suspension and a rear drive axle. Braking is provided by drilled and slotted Baer power discs. A dual exhaust system exits ahead of the rear wheels.