1970 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray LS2 Restomod

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette Stingray LS2 Restomod

Year

1970

Listed price

$59,900

Location

Austin, Texas

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

149 miles

The third-generation Corvette, known as the C3, arrived in 1968, drawing heavily from the Mako Shark II concept car. Its dramatic, flowing lines and "coke bottle" profile set it apart, and it quickly became an icon of American performance. The 1970 model year saw significant updates, including fender flares to reduce stone chips, revised interior trim, and the introduction of the potent LT-1 small-block and 454 big-block engines. While retaining its classic Stingray moniker, the C3 evolved through its long production run, but the early chrome-bumper cars, like this 1970 example, are often considered the purest expression of its original design intent. This particular 1970 Corvette Stingray takes that timeless aesthetic and injects thoroughly modern performance. Under its sculpted hood lies a potent LS2 V8 engine, a celebrated powerplant known for its robust power delivery and reliability, paired with a crisp 6-speed manual transmission for an engaging driving experience. Finished in a deep Dark Blue, this restomod shows only 149 miles since its transformation, indicating a fresh build ready to be enjoyed. This Corvette represents a compelling fusion of classic style and contemporary engineering, offering the best of both worlds.