454-Powered 1973 Chevrolet Mako Shark II Corvette Coupe 4-Speed

OVERVIEW

This 1973 Chevrolet Mako Shark II Corvette coupe is based on a 1973 SCCA (Sports Car Club of America) Corvette race car frame and features a 1965 Corvette Mako Shark II concept car replica body Under current ownership, it received a 1,700-hour frame-off restoration completed in 2020 by a Corvette specialty facility in Indiana. Power comes from a 454cid big-block V8 mated to a Muncie four-speed manual transmission with a McLeod Racing hydraulic clutch. Features include side pipes, Borgeson power steering, Vintage Air climate control, a C4 Corvette rear end, 1980s Corvette seats, and a Wilwood hydroboost disc braking system. Finished in two-tone Lunar Blue Metallic and white over a black vinyl interior, this custom C3 Corvette is now offered with a clear title in the seller’s name.

EXTERIOR – FEATURES

The two-tone Lunar Blue Metallic and white gradient exterior was refinished during the frame-off restoration by Corvette Restoration of Elizabeth, Indiana. Features include LED headlights, a custom hood with functional vents, Mako Shark emblems, side exhaust pipes, dual mirrors, flared fenders, removable rear window louvers, MAKO badging, and slotted LED taillights. The seller has provided images from before and during the restoration process in the gallery to the right.

EXTERIOR – WHEELS AND TIRES

American Racing Torq Thrust aluminum wheels with polished lips are wrapped in tires that were installed in 2020.

INTERIOR – FEATURES

The black vinyl cockpit is fitted with 1980s Corvette bucket seats, matched to the door panels, center console, dash, and carpeting. Amenities include Vintage Air climate control, power windows, Borgeson power steering, and a radio.

INTERIOR – GAUGES

Instrumentation includes a speedometer along with auxiliary gauges in the center stack. The odometer reads 29,000 miles, but the true mileage on the chassis is unknown.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

The 454cid big-block V8 was rated at 390 horsepower per the seller and features electric fans, an electric fuel pump, and a newer carburetor. Power is routed to the rear wheels via a console-shifted Muncie four-speed manual transmission and a McLeod Racing hydraulic clutch.

UNDERCARRIAGE

The chassis uses a tubular front suspension, a fourth-generation Corvette rear end with custom links, and QA1 coilovers. Stopping power comes from a Wilwood hydroboost disc braking system.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

A video from the Barcroft Cars YouTube channel below describes the parts and features of this build. The others show the exterior, the interior, the engine bay, and the car idling.