2024 SCOTTSDALE AUCTION: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Custom Coupe – No Reserve

November 1, 2023
Posted by Barrett-Jackson

This 1966 Chevrolet Corvette custom coupe was acquired by the owner in 2016 and underwent a multi-year modification process at Kevin’s Restoration in Walnut Grove, WA. It is powered by a 6.2-liter LS3 V8 engine paired with a TREMEC 6-speed manual transmission. This Corvette is equipped with tubular exhaust headers and a custom Dewitts aluminum radiator with electric fans, a stainless-steel fuel tank, a replacement fuel pump, an LS7 clutch disc, pressure plate and flywheel.

The car was built using a Street Shop C7-based chassis with Hyperco coilover springs and QA1 adjustable shocks. Braking is handled by C7 calipers, slotted rotors and a Wilwood master cylinder. It rolls on staggered 19- and 20-inch Kompression wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport tires.

Finished in metallic Amber Orange, the body includes include split bumpers, flip-up headlights, a lower front splitter, Allen’s side pipes with chrome covers and aftermarket side mirrors. The brightwork was also rechromed or replaced during the refurbishment. The brown leather interior features C5-sourced bolstered bucket seats and a color-coordinated dashboard and rear trim panels. Equipment includes a Vintage Air system, a custom center console with cupholders, square-weave carpeting, a White Lightning shifter, an engine start button, power windows, an Alpine infotainment unit and Focal cabin speakers. The billet aluminum steering wheel is wrapped in leather and fronts replacement instrumentation that includes a 160-mph speedometer, a tachometer and gauges for fuel level, coolant temperature, battery voltage and oil pressure.