My new '69 Corvette

[Neil B]

As a kid, I grew up watching a local engineer restore a '69 Corvette. It was silver with an L-88 hood, American Racing wheels, and a road race theme. I knew one day I'd have a similar car. I wanted to car with a similar vibe, only with modern touches. Over the holidays, I found such a car that both spoke to me and fit the mental image I had in my head.

Here are some initial pics. It's an original 427/390 car upgraded with aluminum heads, EFI, and a complete VB&P suspension system. All of the original parts are with the car if I ever feel the urge to put it back to stock.

Let me know what you think!

[waynieZ]

Nice ride! Good luck with it and Enjoy!

[fleetus macmullitz]

I saw that one for sale... looks awesome.

Congrats Neil.

Keep us posted on your driving impressions.

[Streetking]

Very kool Neil, it just sits "right". Enjoy her!

[chichirone]

Sweet car Neil. As a kid I had a neighbor that had a 69 Vette 427 4-speed convertible, red with side pipes that made a similar impression on me as you described. Pretty cool you found that "mental image". Enjoy the heck out of it.

[coolwelder62]

Wow!!!! Awesome Vette. Wouldn't mind having a ride just like that for my self.

[Stuart Adams]

Very cool.

[hifi875]

What's there not to like! Great looking car as it sits. I wouldn't touch it. I'd just drive it!

[KPC67]

Very nice Vette,
I see how she spoke to you, just something about it looks spot on.

[Ron in SoCal]

She's a beauty! Nice score