The 1961 Corvette has become a favorite for resto-modding, blending classic styling with modern performance. Its sleek rear styling previewed the '63 Sting Ray, making it historically significant yet versatile. Crafted in 2017, this is a no-expense build that used only the best parts and names in the business. Built on an industry-leading Art Morrison chassis powder-coated in silver by S&S Coating of Oklahoma, the suspension features front independent with Wilwood spindles and triangulated four-bar rear suspension, with Strange Engineering coilovers and Wilwood four-wheel disc brakes with 13-inch rotors. At the heart of the build lies a Chevrolet Performance Z06 V-8 engine rated at 505 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque, backed by a Tremec T56 six-speed manual transmission and a Currie nine-inch rear with 3.70 gears and limited slip. The House of Kolor Citric-Hue Tangelo and custom two-tone finish, paired with 18-inch Foose Legend wheels, creates a transcending appearance. The interior is inlaid with Camel tan leather upholstery throughout by Recovery Room Interiors in Plattsmouth, Nebraska, featuring custom bucket seats and Classic Instruments gauges. Featured in various magazines, this 1961 Corvette Restomod Roadster took home the 2019 Grand National Roadster Show first place award, was the 2018 NSRA Pro's First Place Pick, and the 2017 Classic Instruments Pro's First Place Pick.
