Smithy Customs

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Smithy 65 Vette

Vehicle Quick Facts

Profile ID: 68685
Year: 1965
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Corvette
Markets: Classic & Antique, Muscle Car, Resto-Mod
Vehicle Type: American
Contact: Smithy Customs

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Vehicle Story

Justin Smith and his team at Smithy Customs created a detailed piece of art with subtle updates to the original. The project was completed in 2023 and is ready to hit the road.

Awards

  • 63rd Annual O'Reilly Auto Parts AutoRama, Houston, TX, Nov 2023 - Millwinders Top 7

  • 63rd Annual O'Reilly Auto Parts AutoRama, Houston, TX, Nov 2023 - Outstanding Full/Radical/Handbuilt Custom

  • 63rd Annual O'Reilly Auto Parts AutoRama, Houston, TX, Nov 2023 - Full Sports 1st Place

  • Goodguys 26th Summit Racing Nationals, Columbus, OH, Jul 2024 - PPG Street Machine of the Year Contender

  • 31st Summit Racing Lone Star Nationals, Forth Worth, TX, Sep 2024 - Meguiar’s Magnificent Masterpiece

  • Texas Elite Auto Showcase 2024, Houston, TX - Elite 8

  • Texas Elite Auto Showcase 2024, Houston, TX - Best Car

Tech Sheet

Chassis

  • Brake booster:
    • Wilwood Brakes - Hydroboost system
  • Brake Calipers:
    • Wilwood Brakes - 6-Piston
  • Frame:

Drivetrain

  • Shifter:
  • Tires:
    • Hankook Tire - Red ine 265/35-18 Front, 325/30-19 Rear
  • Transmission:
    • Chevrolet Performance - GM 4L70-E four speed automatic
  • Wheels:
    • Schott Wheels - 18" front, 19" rear

Engine

Exterior

  • Paint & Primers:
    • House Of Kolor - Silver Nebula with slight metallic modifications

Interior

  • Gauges:
  • Head Unit:
    • Alpine Electronics
  • Speakers:
    • JL Audio, Inc. - 2000 watt stereo system
  • Heat & AC:
    • RESTOMOD AIR - Cyclone S climate control system
  • Steering Wheel:
    • Sparc Industries
  • Wiring Harness:

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