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.
Body Modifications
All modifications by Smithy Customs
Rendering by Eric Brockmeyer
Side body line modified with integrated fender flares
Big block style hood
House of Kolor Silver Nebula with slight metallic modifications
Speed & Sport chrome plating
LED tail lights and front flashers
Hand fabricated rear tubs
Removable hardtop
Interior
Full custom interior by Aaron Davis at Innovative Rides
Sparc Industries steering wheel
Tilt steering column
Lokar shifter
Restomod Air Cyclone S climate control system
Dakota Digital HDX Series gauges
Alpine Electronics / JL Audio 2000 watt stereo system
Power windows and locks
Automatic headlights
Drivetrain
525 horsepower LS crate motor
GM 4L70-E four speed automatic transmission
Concept One pulley system
Hand fabricated steel engine cover
Stainless ceramic coated Ultimate headers
Chassis
Art Morrison GT Sport chassis with Independent Rear Suspension
Wilwood 6 piston brakes with hydroboost system
Custom fabricated stainless steel exhaust system
Aftermarket and custom made side pipes
Schott Wheels - 18” front 19” rear
Red line Hankook tires - 265/35-18 Front, 325/30-19 Rear
E-Stop electric parking brake
Current mileage - under 1,000
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
Videos and Articles
Smithy Customs YouTube video
Comparing original fenders (posted on Facebook)
Chassis (posted on Facebook)
Goodguys Gazette November 2024
Photo Galleries
Wheel Hub Photo Shoot
Build Pictures
Car Shows