Certainly, some may argue that this is more than sufficient because we are dealing with the iconic sports car of America. The C8 generation has been in existence for nearly five years now, and the Z06 model has joined the initial Stingray with 495 horsepower by offering a powerful 670 horsepower. Additionally, there is the groundbreaking E-Ray, which is the first-ever electrified all-wheel drive with 655 horsepower.
There are still more options on the horizon – rumors suggest that General Motors has already produced the first EX VIN Corvette ZR1 at Bowling Green Assembly. Simultaneously, enthusiasts eagerly await the arrival of the Zora variant, which is expected to possess enough power to rival the supercars of Ferrari and Lamborghini, such as the SF90 Stradale and the Revuelto PHEV. Exciting, isn’t it?
But what about those who have a special affinity for the front-engine rear-wheel drive setup of the Corvette? Well, if there are fans of the C5 generation (1997-2004 model years), they now have an exciting opportunity to preserve the CGI blueprints for a restomod design project. Specifically, the talented virtual artist behind the Carmstyledesign pseudonym on social media has shifted their focus from Shelby and Ford creations to present a stunning CGI representation of the C5 Chevy Corvette, or rather, two versions of it. These dual-tone wonders are showcased in either blue and black or bronze-orange and black color schemes.
However, the eye-catching paint jobs are not the only notable features. The widebody kit, redesigned front and rear fascia, prominent hood gills, all-new headlights and taillights, and the exquisite turbine-style aftermarket wheels with a concave profile and color-matched design truly steal the show. It’s a shame that these are just figments of imagination, right? Another question arises – do you believe that a skilled aftermarket customizer could utilize the CGI blueprints and transform a C5 Corvette into something similar to this? After all, there is a market for breathtaking Corvette makeovers out there.
More recently, we witnessed a real-world example of such a transformation – Rezvani appropriated the name of the presidential limousine and unleashed their new Beast, which boasts a staggering 1,000 horsepower and incorporates the internals of the C8 Corvette. The initial Rezvani was also known as the Beast, but at its core, it was an Ariel Atom. Now, the American company uses an American-built foundation for their custom supercar. The 6.2-liter V8 engine remains, albeit with the addition of twin turbochargers, while the body is now constructed entirely from carbon fiber, providing a distinct appearance from the Corvette and reducing weight, resulting in a blistering 0-60 mph (0-96 kph) acceleration time of just 2.5 seconds. Impressive, don’t you think?
According to the Source autoevolution.com