Restomods aim to combine classic style with modern performance hardware, but this 1976 Chevrolet Corvette from the C3 generation takes that concept a bit further than most. That’s because underneath its fiberglass skin is actually the hardware of an early 2000s Corvette C6.<\/p>\n
First discovered by Corvette Forum, this generation-switching ‘Vette comes from Hardcore Engine Builders (HEB) in Hungary. It features the complete chassis and underpinnings of a C6 Corvette, with the body of a C3.<\/p>\n
Under the hood is a 6.2-liter LS3 V-8, powering the rear wheels through a 6-speed 6L80 automatic transmission with paddle shifters. The gearbox is mounted in the rear as part of a transaxle, just like in the original C6.<\/p>\n
The car also boasts anti-lock brakes, traction control, C6 steering components, C6 Z06 brakes, and a custom exhaust system with stainless steel long-tube headers.<\/p>\n
In addition to modifying the C3 body to fit the C6 chassis, HEB gave it some upgrades to give it a more modern look. HID lights are hidden behind the grille, and the Corvette rides on wheels and tires larger than the period-correct ones, with custom lettering on the wheels. Given how wrong things like this can go, it’s also worth noting that the C3 body and C6 chassis blend quite well.<\/p>\n
This combination of two Corvette generations is more impressive than the simple engine swaps many other restomods undergo, and it doesn’t retire high-value cars. A basic C6 Corvette remains more of a used car than a collectible, and a 1976 C3 is unlikely to match the value of the most valuable classic Corvettes.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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