C2 Corvette Restomod Build

I Love a C2 'Vette and this one is going to be extra cool!

We replaced the 4-speed with a new TKX Tremec 5-speed, added air conditioning to the EFI 454, new Dakota digital dash, new seats, billet specs steering wheel and interior storage and a full re-trim is going to bring this 'Vette in to the modern days.

There are a few more plans for this car but we can't reveal everything just yet!

June 3, 2026 — Kayton Coughey

Tagged: 1960s 1966 chevrolet corvette custom in-workshop muscle-car restomod street-machine

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