C2 Corvette restomods are among the hottest builds in the hobby, and this one combines split-window styling with a widebody stance. The eight-year build added C6-style suspension, QA1 coilovers, C6 brakes, rack-and-pinion steering, Vintage Air, power windows, and Dakota Digital gauges. Bidding stands at $55,000 with six days remaining and one bid placed.
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What it’s worth right now
C2 restomod values span a wide range. A genuine 1963 split-window restomod called Redline sold for $418,000 at Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas, according to Corvette Blogger, while RK Motors lists its professionally built C2 restomods from $195,900 to $369,900.
Its origin places this one below those figures. The quality chassis, LS376, five-speed, and documented spending help, but a 1964 converted to a split window is not a genuine 1963, and the widebody flares narrow the audience, so builds like this rarely return their cost. Fair value lands between $120,000 and $170,000, with $145,000 most likely. The current bid of $55,000 has six days to run against a reserve.
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Condition and details
The bodywork is extensive. The fiberglass body received a 1963-style split rear window, custom rear panels with widened wells, hand-laid flares at all four corners, 1963-style front fenders, a front spoiler, flush-mounted smoked glass, Detroit Speed headlight motors, and center exhaust outlets. The front bumper was removed, and the car was refinished in black. The trim tag decodes to original Tuxedo Black with black vinyl.
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The chassis and drivetrain are modern. A Jameson tubular frame carries C6-style suspension, QA1 double-adjustable coilovers, C4 rack-and-pinion steering, and power C6 disc brakes, with 18-inch Budnik wheels on BFGoodrich Rival tires. The LS376/480 uses MSD Atomic EFI and a DeWitt radiator, and it drives a Tremec TKO five-speed and a Dana 44 with custom axles.
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Documentation and paperwork need noting. The seller states the build was completed by The Vette Shop in Pennsylvania, and a spec sheet and 45 pages of receipts accompany the sale. Inside are red leather ProCar seats, Vintage Air, power windows, push-button start, and a RetroSound radio. Total mileage is unknown. The Pennsylvania title carries an Antique brand, so a buyer should confirm registration rules in their state.
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The offer
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Make | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette Split-Window Coupe Conversion |
| Year | 1964 |
| Mileage | 826 miles shown, total unknown |
| Engine | GM LS376/480 6.2-liter V8 crate engine with MSD EFI |
| Power | 495 horsepower, GM rating for the crate engine |
| Transmission | Tremec TKO five-speed manual |
| Drive type | Rear wheel drive with Dana 44 differential |
| Exterior color | Black |
| Interior color | Red leather |
| Current bid | $55,000 with six days remaining |
Interested in this car? View the listing here.
What makes the C2 Corvette restomod unique
The C2 Corvette introduced the Sting Ray name and independent rear suspension, and the 1963 split-window coupe became one of the most iconic American designs. Chevrolet dropped the split window after one year, which is why 1963 coupes command a premium and why builders sometimes add the feature to later cars.
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Restomods have become a major part of the C2 market. Builders combine the classic body with modern chassis, LS power, and comfort features, and professionally built examples command strong prices. Genuine split-window cars and known builders carry the most value, while conversions trade lower.
My take
At $55,000 with one bid and six days to run, my call is $145,000, with $170,000 possible if bidders value the build quality and documentation. What makes it compelling is the execution, since an LS376, five-speed, Jameson chassis, and $317,000 in documented work deliver a serious modern Corvette. What tempers it is origin and styling, because a converted 1964 with widebody flares appeals to a narrower group than a genuine split-window. Review the build receipts, then bid.
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