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56 BARRETT-JACKSON EXPERIENCE FALL 2024custom 1960 Chevrolet Corvette convertible is a stunning example, benefiting substantially from a total restoration and build completed in 2022. Riding on a powder-coated Art Morrison chassis equipped with adjustable rideheight suspension, this Corvette is powered by a Mast Motorsports 675hp LS7 V8 engine backed by a TREMEC 6-speed manual transmission with a dual-disc clutch assembly. Supporting features include a Be Cool radiator, a stainless Rock Valley C1 fuel tank and polished, ceramic-coated stainless-steel exhaust exiting through the rear bumper. Stopping power is provided by Wilwood 6-piston brakes up front and 4-piston units to the rear, with huge 14-inch rotors all around. Directional control is delivered by power rack-and-pinion steering gear. The Corvette%u2019s iconic fiberglass body was glass beadstripped, prepped and finished in PPG 9000 Tuxedo Black paint, handsomely accented by its bodyside coves, which were vinyl-wrapped in contrasting white. The underside was coated in Satin Black, with Euro texture applied to the underside of the fenders for extra durability. The Corvette%u2019s eye-catching red leather interior is artwork in itself, featuring fully adjustable bucket seats, a leather-wrapped billet steering wheel and stylish custom stitching throughout. In addition to its period-style T3 headlights, the Corvette is equipped with welcome features and amenities, including abundant LED lighting, as well as Dakota Digital gauges, an E-Stopp emergency brake, 2-speed windshield wipers, Wilwood clutch and brake pedals, a Vintage Air system and a retro-looking Wonder Bar Bluetooth stereo with a Rockford Fosgate amplifier driving four speakers. Documenting this stunning custom Corvette are manuals and an SD card loaded with photos chronicling the entire build process. Among this outstanding vehicle%u2019s many features and highlights is the exterior finish, protected by Ceramic Pro ceramic coating and carrying a transferable lifetime warranty. Riding on a set of billet C1 custom wheels wrapped in Nitto tires, this unforgettable custom 1960 Chevrolet Corvette convertible is ready to show and enjoy to fullest, with all the hard work already complete. %u2013 David Neyens For up-to-date information on this vehicle, visit Barrett-Jackson.com