Tag: Corvette roadster
This iconic 1963 Corvette rolled into the V8 Speed and Resto Shop with a the fiberglass body needing some TLC. It’s riding on a custom chassis, and the owner enlisted our team to repair the cracked and damaged original fiberglass body with a new front section, perform other required bodywork, and give it a great looking new paint job. The cool Murray Komant Design rendering shows the plan.
What’s in store for this Corvette Roadster?
- Fender Repair: We’ll meticulously address the fender’s imperfections, ensuring a seamless and like-new appearance.
- Gap Adjustment: We’ll fine-tune the body panel gaps to achieve consistent and aesthetically pleasing spacing.
- Stripping & Repainting:Â The old paint will be removed, revealing a clean canvas for a stunning new finish.
- New Engine & Transmission: We’re adding over 500 HP of LS3 V8 power to make this Corvette Sing!
Stay tuned as we transform this 1963 Corvette into a beautiful roadster that is as pleasing to the eye as it is stirring to the soul. We’ll share progress photos and updates along the way, so you can witness the magic happening right here!
In the meantime, let us know in the comments below:
- What’s color would you paint this cool Corvette?
- What is your favorite generation of Corvette?
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The V8 Speed and Resto Shop was tasked with returning this red and white 1966 Corvette 4-speed roadster back to the road! It’s a factory air conditioned car, powered by a small block 327, and has been in storage for years. We’re looking forward to hearing it come alive!
 We are thrilled to be working on the restoration of a very cool 1969 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Roadster. Our talented team has completed the bodywork, and we’ve just applied the first coats of primer. The next step? A stunning custom metallic blue paint job that will make this beauty truly shine! 🌟 Stay tuned for updates on this extraordinary project as we make this classic Corvette far nicer than it was when new. Follow along with us as we breathe new life into this iconic American sports car!
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The Prep before the Paint. Today Jeff is preparing this slick 1969 Chevrolet Corvette roadster for Spies Hecker HS Primer Surfacer to complete the body tub. This will allow for a nice even surface to be wet sanded to ensure the paint is as smooth as glass. It’s all in the details!  See more of this car: https://v8speedshop.com/1969-chevrolet-corvette-jl/
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This clean 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster is visiting the V8 Speed & Resto Shop for some performance upgrades in the suspension and braking departments, along with a fuel-injected Blueprint 383 V8 and Vintage Air A/C! >>> THIS CAR IS FOR SALE, email or call the shop for info! info@v8tv.net
This clean 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster is visiting the V8 Speed & Resto Shop for some performance upgrades in the suspension and braking departments. Read More to see the photos and videos!
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