1965 Chevrolet Corvette

1965 Corvette Coupe Resto-Mod

We are proud to present an elegant, refined, and visually striking 1965 Corvette Coupe Resto-Mod; purpose-built Pro Touring machine beneath its flawless classic styling. Professionally built by award-winning builder John Dubois of Mint Restorations in New Port Richey, Florida. This masterpiece combines iconic Corvette design with modern performance, comfort, technology, and drivability.

Completed in October 2026, this one-of-a-kind Corvette was carefully engineered and executed with exceptional attention to detail, retaining the character of the original while delivering 625 horsepower and contemporary road manners.

Engine & Performance
Borla 8-stack fuel-injected 6.2L LS3 with a balanced 416 CNC Motorsports stroker kit
10.75:1 forged aluminum pistons, L92 aluminum square-port heads, and GM LS9 roller camshaft
Competition Cam valve springs and factory GM rockers with trunnion needle bearings
Period-correct custom valve and coil-pack covers
625 horsepower with polished stainless-steel headers and Corvette off-road 2 -inch side exhaust
Griffin heavy-duty aluminum radiator with dual Spal fans
Overflow tank with sight glass and Corvette Batwing increased-capacity oil pan
Holley Terminator X engine-management system and wiring harness
Transmission & Driveline
Heavy-duty GM 6L80 six-speed automatic transmission
Genie shifter concealed beneath the original four-speed shifter handle
Mad Dog Competition 1,800-stall torque converter with dedicated transmission cooler
3-inch driveshaft with 1350 U-joints and Art Morrison half shafts
Art Morrison differential with 3.52 gears and heavy-duty Posi-Traction
Chassis, Suspension & Brakes
Custom Art Morrison GT Corvette chassis with jig-welded, 0.180-inch-wall mandrel-bent frame
Transmission-specific crossmember and QA1 custom-valved Ultra monotube coilovers
Wilwood 2-inch-drop Pro Spindles and Sport IFS control arms with Moog ball joints
Art Morrison power rack-and-pinion steering with 17.5:1 ratio
Ididit tilt steering column with integrated high-beam control
Multilink independent rear suspension with dynamic steering
Strange S60 aluminum differential with TrueTrac limited slip
Heavy-duty CV axles, aluminum knuckles, and adjustable front and rear sway bars
Wilwood drilled and slotted rotors with stainless-steel lines
Superlite six-piston 14-inch front and four-piston 14-inch rear brakes
Polished electric ABS power master cylinder and Electric Brake Limited power emergency brake
Exterior
Original factory GM body with iconic 1965 stinger hood
Professionally mini-tubbed body with massaged fenders and extended rear inner-fender panels
Smooth engine-bay firewall and custom removable inner-fender panels
Stock-style fuel tank with Walbro 450 LPH electric pump and custom underbody cover
Cowl vents removed for cleaner body lines
New smoke-tinted glass
Dual mirrors with integrated turn signals and backup lights
PPG Adventure Green finish by Mint Restorations
Repositioned front and rear bumpers with chrome by Space Coast Plating
Interior, Comfort & Technology
Handcrafted interior by Unlimited Designs in Dade City, Florida
Soft orange leather seats, dashboard, and door cards with custom stitching
Billet Specialties D-shaped steering wheel
Custom center console with armrest, power-window switches, remote power locks, and concealed Genie shifter
Drivers floor extended 4 inches for additional legroom
Vintage Air serpentine front-runner climate-control system
Dakota Digital tachometer, speedometer, fuel, oil-pressure, voltage, and clock gauges
Classic Auto Sound 740 Series head unit with Rockford Fosgate amplifier and six speakers
Hidden power antenna and concealed windshield-wiper motor
Detroit Speed power headlight motors with halogen headlights
Wheels & Tires
American Racing billet wheels
Michelin Pilot Sport 245/45ZR18 front tires
Michelin Pilot Sport 305/35ZR20 rear tires

Summary
With 625 horsepower, an Art Morrison chassis, multilink independent rear suspension, Wilwood brakes, a modern six-speed automatic, a handcrafted leather interior, and timeless 1965 styling, this Corvette is far more than a restored classic-it is a fully engineered Pro Touring machine built to be driven, shown, and enjoyed.

Our exceptional Corvette stands well beyond the most highly sought-after examples, meeting every standard of the Best of the Best -Best of Show, Best Engine, Best Interior, Best Paint, & Best Drive

Appraisals and inspections are welcomed!

Contact:
AdventureClassics@gmail.com
Call Karen Meranda (727) 580-9919
AdventureClassicCars.com
Website: https://www.adventureclassiccars.com/