LS3-Powered 1959 Corvette Restomod by Pogea Racing

LS3-Powered 1959 Corvette Restomod by Pogea Racing

German tuning house Pogea Racing transformed a 1959 Chevrolet Corvette C1 into a modern sports car by integrating C6 Corvette hardware, including a 6.2-liter LS3 engine enhanced with LS7 fuel injectors and aggressive camshafts. The bespoke chassis was designed with help from Chip Foose, featuring a fully independent suspension with height-adjustable coilover shocks and C6-sourced brakes. The exterior retains the classic style with widened rear end and Ferrari red paint, while the interior sports a red and white leather theme.

Built by:
Pogea Racing
Location:
Germany
Engine:
6.2L V8 LS3
Cost:
$329,000
Power:
485 bhp
Torque:
431 lb-ft
Weight:
-
Balance:
-
Wheels:
Custom Pogea 18-inch frontCustom Pogea 19-inch rearBridgestone Potenza tires
Exterior:
Ferrari red and white paintChrome-plated trimsModern lighting tech in headlights and custom taillights
Interior:
Red leather and suede upholsteryIsotta Vallelunga steering wheel
Chassis:
Bespoke tube frameFully independent suspension with coilover shocksC6-sourced brakes with drilled rotorsRack and pinion power steering
Powertrain:
LS7 fuel injectorsAggressive camshaftsHigh-performance intakeEdelbrock 45-mm exhaust manifoldsCustom stainless steel exhaust5-speed manual transmissionCeramic clutchDana 44 Posi differential
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