1959 Corvette Resto Rod rolling Chassis Project - Show quality

Make:	Chevrolet
Model:	Corvette
Type:	Convertible
Trim:	Convertible
Year:	1959
Mileage:	56,000
VIN:	J59S101126
Color:	Red
Fuel:	Gasoline
Transmission:	Manual
Drive type:	RWD
Interior color:	Red
Vehicle Title:	Clear
Item location:	Chula Vista, California, United States

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1959 Corvette Resto Rod Rolling Chassis Project -show quality 1959 Corvette Rolling Chassis. All work thus far is to show quality standards with no expense spared. This Project will cater to the builder of either extreme. a high performance reliable daily driver or a show stopper trailer queen. Purchased corvette non- matching #'s (for the purist out there) drove for years with small block and original suspension. After a while. I simply couldn't handle that antiquated suspension and lack of performance. I was important to maintain the authenticity of the original X frame but needed to be reinforced and modified to accept late model Corvette suspension. The original frame was stripped down and taken to the renowned builder. Paul Newman Car Creations Inc. in Paso Robles. Ca. The cost of frame modifications as listed below exceeded $11. 00. 00 I will detail the work on the frame to this point to the best of my ability accompanied with multiple photos of the journey. The frame conversion includes the following work/modifications; Front: New front Frame section adapts Late Model C4 corvette suspension cross member. New Froward Cross member with Radiator / Fender support New upper shock mounts New LS Corvette engine mount brackets New lower engine mount to front Sub frame brackets Back: New Sway bar brackets New rear steer assembly New upper shock mounts New differential side mounts New Stop bump brackets New four bar forward frame mounts New Cast Aluminum Torque arm and forward frame support New Transmission mount cross member Additional Modifications /components on frame Large exhaust hole cut outs in cross-member for exhaust routing 3" Aluminum Drive line with yoke and u joints BW 6 speed Transmission Bracket Original style mount Battery Bracket Steel hard brake line Two new front Baer PBRF Calipers and C4 un-restored rear PBR calipers Vented Cross drilled. slotted zinc washed 13" Baer Rotors QA1 aluminum Adjustable shocks on 4 corners Once Frame was modified it was sandblasted and powder coated. The C4 suspension was meticulously taken apart and each component was hand sanded of all visible cast seams then blasted and powder coated All suspension components received new Polyurethane bushings Totally rebuilt Dana 36 rear end gears New Composite adjustable front and rear springs Corvette Z06 wheels as pictured on rolling chassis included. Included but not installed on frame: Tremec T-56 6 speed transmission New Rear light assembly New body cushion mounting Kit New front Grille Emergency Brake interface kit Fiberglass Body remains intact as purchased mounted on wooden rolling frame. The body does not show any stress cracks. When purchased the car was recently painted with a daily driver finish. my plans was to repaint the body. the doors. hood. trunk all appear to be in good condition. A couple of nicks on Driver’s door and by gas lid. shotty fiberglass fix on inside right left fender (photo attached) Original parts/ components when vehicle was purchased Included are as follows: Windshield and frame. Frame shows slight signs of corrosion as is typical and glass is in perfect condition. no chips/cracks Left/ Right side windows/ frames no chips or cracks Convertible Top; color. White and in nice condition. convertible top frame is intact with no rust. It has been stored for a while so rear window may need replacement. Seats; the original seats where shot. They were stripped and OEM frame was taken to upholstery finished with top Grain black leather. Seats are new and have never been used since complete reconditioning/ re-upholstery. Bumpers were triple- chromed to show quality new never installed. one rear corner bumper. (not sure which corner) is missing. All original Un-restored gauges are included to the best of my recollection. they all worked fine. Clean California title to vehicle ready to assign in my possession. Any major components or parts not mentioned where sold or discarded as i had no plans for future use. Feel free to inquire though. as I may have missed something. If you're looking for a quality built project this is the way to go. Poweplant of your choice. details and finish of your choice. The headache of getting it to this stage is done at a substantial discount. I have invested substantially more than asking. I'm not desperate to sell nor do I have to sell. I simply have other projects and this one needs new home to make room in my garage for other toys. Please don't send me silly offers as they will be politely ignored. if you Bid. Please have money in bank or under mattress ready pay and if you require wife's permission. please obtain prior to bidding. Feel free to ask any questions I may not have addressed. Winning bidder needs to make PayPal non-refundable deposit of $1. 00 within 24 hrs of Bid ending and balance within 5 days Buyer is responsible for picking up Chassis. body and all components. i will be happy to assist if you send transport company. Happy Ebaying!!