1960 Chevrolet Corvette

1960 Chevrolet Corvette Restomod For Sale

LS V8 Tremic 6-Speed Manual North Point Restoration SRIII Round-Tube Chassis Independent Rear Suspension A/C 1,843 Miles

This extraordinary 1960 Chevrolet Corvette Restomod combines the timeless appearance of a first-generation Corvette with the performance, comfort, chassis technology, and road manners of a modern sports car.

The project was carefully planned by its owner and his wife with a very clear philosophy: keep the Corvette looking the way Chevrolet intended while completely modernizing everything underneath that affects how the car starts, steers, stops, handles, cruises, and keeps its occupants comfortable.

The restoration and finish work were performed by North Point Restoration & Collision of Westbury, New York, a highly regarded restoration facility that has been working with classic and collector automobiles since 1972. North Points involvement is evident throughout the Corvette, from the body fit and panel alignment to the custom paint, underside detailing, trim, and overall finish.

Underneath that beautifully restored C1 body is an equally impressive foundation: a purpose-built SRIII Motorsports round-tube chassis, Dana independent rear suspension, power rack-and-pinion steering, upgraded power brakes, and modernized suspension geometry.

Power comes from a fuel-injected LS V8 backed by a Tremic 6-speed manual transmission, while air conditioning, power windows, modern wiring, upgraded audio, and numerous thoughtfully integrated improvements make this a Corvette that can genuinely be driven and enjoyed.

Only 1,843 miles have been accumulated since completion, enough mileage to properly sort the car and work through the normal initial details of a fresh build while leaving the restoration exceptionally fresh.

North Point Restoration & Collision

A build of this caliber depends heavily on the quality of the restoration work behind it, and this Corvette benefited from the expertise of North Point Restoration & Collision.

North Point has been working with classic and collector automobiles for decades and has developed a strong reputation for high-quality bodywork, paint, fabrication, and restoration craftsmanship.

Their involvement is apparent throughout this Corvette.

The body presents with excellent panel alignment and fitment, the paint has impressive depth and finish, and the attention to detail continues into the engine compartment, chassis, suspension, interior, and undercarriage.

Rather than creating an overly modified C1, the goal was to preserve the character of the original Corvette while dramatically improving its mechanical foundation.

The result is a car that still looks unmistakably like a beautifully restored 1960 Corvette, but beneath the surface is a completely different automobile.

Fuel-Injected LS V8

Under the hood is a fuel-injected LS V8, providing reliable modern power while fitting naturally within the character of the build.

The LS features a serpentine accessory drive and shorty headers feeding a stainless- steel dual exhaust system with MagnaFlow mufflers.

The exhaust exits neatly through the center rear of the car, preserving a clean appearance while delivering the muscular V8 sound expected from a high-level Corvette restomod.

Cooling is handled by a large aluminum radiator with dual electric fans, helping maintain stable operating temperatures even when the Corvette is being driven regularly.

Powertrain Highlights
Fuel-injected LS V8
Tremic 6-speed manual transmission
Three-pedal configuration
Serpentine accessory drive
Shorty headers
Stainless-steel dual exhaust
MagnaFlow mufflers
Center-exit exhaust
Large aluminum radiator
Dual electric cooling fans
Approximately 1,843 miles since completion
Tremic 6-Speed Manual Transmission

Backing the LS is a 6-speed manual transmission, keeping the Corvette engaging to drive while dramatically improving its highway capability.

The additional overdrive gearing allows the car to settle into relaxed engine speeds while cruising, making longer trips far more enjoyable than they would be in a traditionally geared vintage Corvette.

At the same time, the manual transmission preserves the connection between driver and car that enthusiasts expect from a classic sports car.

SRIII Motorsports Round-Tube Chassis

One of the most important features of the entire build is its SRIII Motorsports round- tube chassis.

Rather than simply reinforcing or modifying an original 1960 frame, SRIII developed a purpose-built three-dimensional round-tube structure specifically for early Corvettes.

The design provides a dramatically more rigid foundation than the original C1 chassis and was engineered to better resist the twisting forces created during acceleration, braking, and cornering.

SRIIIs chassis system was also designed around the original Corvette body and mounting points, allowing the classic exterior proportions and appearance to remain intact while creating room for modern suspension, steering, braking, drivetrain, and exhaust components.

The resulting structure provides the foundation necessary for a vintage Corvette to perform much more like a contemporary performance automobile.

SRIII Chassis Highlights
SRIII Motorsports round-tube space-frame chassis
Purpose-built for early C1 Corvettes
Increased torsional rigidity
Reduced chassis and suspension weight compared with the original C1 design
Precision-fixture construction
Designed around original Corvette body mounting points
Engineered for modern suspension geometry
Improved drivetrain packaging
Improved exhaust routing
Designed for modern steering and braking systems
Dana Independent Rear Suspension

The SRIII chassis is paired with a Dana independent rear suspension, replacing the far more basic rear suspension technology originally found beneath a 1960 Corvette.

The independent rear allows each rear wheel to react more effectively to changes in the road surface, providing improved ride quality, traction, and cornering behavior.

Combined with the SRIII chassis, the independent suspension dramatically changes the character of the car without altering its outward appearance.

Power Rack-and-Pinion Steering & Power Brakes

The steering and braking systems were upgraded to complement the modern chassis.

A power rack-and-pinion steering system replaces the original-style steering arrangement, providing more precise response and easier low-speed maneuverability.

Modernized power brakes provide significantly improved stopping performance while maintaining predictable pedal feel.

Chassis & Driving Upgrades
SRIII round-tube chassis
Dana independent rear suspension
Power rack-and-pinion steering
Power brakes
Modernized suspension geometry
Upgraded braking system
Built for improved road holding
Designed for long-distance drivability

The result is a C1 that is reported to track straight, corner confidently, stop effectively, and ride smoothly without the squeaks, rattles, wandering, and other characteristics often associated with vintage sports cars.

Highly Detailed Undercarriage

The quality of the build does not stop at eye level.

The underside was finished with the same attention to detail as the exterior and interior.

The Horizon Blue color carries into the chassis and underside, while stainless-steel fittings, carefully routed lines, quality hardware, and clean installation work make the chassis something worth displaying rather than hiding.

This is the type of Corvette where the underside is very much part of the presentation.

Custom Horizon Blue Metallic

The Corvettes body was reportedly an exceptionally nice starting point before restoration, allowing North Point to concentrate on achieving outstanding panel alignment, fitment, and finish.

It was refinished in a custom interpretation of Horizon Blue, enhanced with additional metallic to give the paint greater depth and presence under direct sunlight.

The color remains appropriate for a classic Corvette but comes alive as the metallic catches the light.

Classic white coves provide the perfect contrast and preserve the unmistakable C1 appearance.

Chrome and stainless trim were restored to complement the paintwork, while subtle modern lighting improvements have been incorporated without disrupting the vintage appearance.

Exterior Highlights
Custom Horizon Blue Metallic finish
White contrasting coves
North Point restoration and paintwork
Excellent body fitment
Excellent panel alignment
Beautiful chrome
Restored stainless trim
Tastefully integrated LED lighting
Classic C1 Corvette exterior appearance
Detailed engine compartment
Highly finished undercarriage
Color-coordinated chassis detailing
One-Off 18-Inch Wheels

One of the most thoughtful details of the entire build is its set of one-off 18-inch Evod-style wheels.

Rather than simply fitting a generic modern wheel, the owner supplied an original Corvette hubcap as inspiration for the design.

The resulting wheels mimic the visual character of the original Corvette wheel treatment while allowing the use of modern tires, suspension components, and brakes.

It is a small detail that perfectly illustrates the overall philosophy behind the buil