1965 Chevrolet Corvette "Shadowfax" by Joe Palka and Speedos Paint and Body

1965 Chevrolet Corvette "Shadowfax" by Joe Palka and Speedos Paint and Body

The 'Shadowfax' is a 1965 Chevrolet Corvette transformed into a restomod by Joe Palka and Speedos Paint and Body. Originally a 15,000+ production mid-year roadster housing a non-matching L75 327 engine. It underwent a complete transformation, including the installation of a new frame from Street Shop, Inc. featuring fourth-generation Corvette suspension. The build is powered by a Chevrolet Performance LS376 engine pushing 484 rear-wheel horsepower and is paired with a Tremec TKO-600 five-speed transmission. The car features Hot Rods by Boyd wheels and a sophisticated brake system with Wilwood calipers and Hydratech Braking Systems' brake assist. Extensive body work, including a full birdcage repair and handcrafted paintwork, brought this vision inspired by Tolkien's legendary horse to life. Speedos Paint and Body led the metalwork, ensuring the vehicle's integrity and elegance.

Built by:
Joe Palka and Speedos Paint and Body
Location:
Staatsburg, New York, USA
Engine:
-
Cost:
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Power:
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Torque:
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Weight:
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Balance:
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Wheels:
Hot Rods by Boyd 17x7 frontHot Rods by Boyd 18x9 rear
Exterior:
Street Shop frame with fourth-gen Corvette suspensionHand-painted accent stripesHydratech brake assist unit
Interior:
Street Shop stainless-steel 1.750-inch headersSpectre Performance air filter
Chassis:
QA1 shocksHyperco coil-over springsDetroit Speed & Engineering rack and pinionFlaming River tilt steering columnWilwood six-piston calipers frontWilwood four-pot calipers rear
Powertrain:
Chevrolet Performance LS376Tremec TKO-600 five-speed transmissionScience Friction clutchAllen's Stainless Exhaust side-pipes
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