Description
🔑 Key Details
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Year: 1963
Model: Corvette Custom Split‑Window Coupe (Resto‑Mod)
Condition: Used
Mileage: 15,000
No. of Owners: 2
Color: White
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Engine: GM LS3 (540hp)
Transmission: 4L70E Automatic Overdrive
Drive: Rear‑Wheel Drive
Seller Type: Personal
🧰 Description Overview
This 1963 Corvette Custom Split‑Window Coupe is a professionally built Resto‑Mod completed in February 2019 by Jeff Hayes Customs, one of the most respected names in high‑end Corvette restorations. Combining the timeless beauty of the iconic split‑window design with modern engineering, this example delivers the best of both worlds: classic styling with contemporary performance, comfort, and reliability.
Power comes from a GM LS3 V8 producing 540 horsepower, enhanced with a Hot Cam and paired with a 4L70E automatic overdrive transmission. A polished Lokar shifter completes the drivetrain setup, offering smooth, modern operation while retaining a vintage aesthetic.
The car rides on a new Art Morrison sport chassis, engineered for superior handling and ride quality. It features front and rear sway bars, Strange Engineering self‑dampening shocks, and Wilwood brakes—6‑piston polished calipers up front and 4‑piston in the rear—ensuring exceptional stopping power.
Inside and out, this Corvette showcases meticulous craftsmanship and premium components, making it a standout example of a high‑quality Resto‑Mod.
⚪ Exterior
Finished in a striking white, the exterior highlights the unmistakable silhouette of the 1963 split‑window coupe—one of the most collectible Corvette body styles ever produced.
Key exterior features include:
- Iconic split rear window
- Smooth, flawless paintwork with modern clearcoat depth
- Custom Schott wheels (18″ front, 20″ rear)
- Toyo red line tires for a period‑correct yet performance‑oriented look
- Power hood for modern convenience
- Updated lighting and trim while maintaining classic proportions
The stance is aggressive yet refined, thanks to the Art Morrison chassis and wheel/tire combination.
🔴 Interior
The interior is finished in a stunning red leather, offering a luxurious contrast to the white exterior. Every detail has been upgraded while respecting the original design language.
Interior highlights:
- Premium red leather upholstery with custom stitching
- Ididit chrome steering column
- Billet Specialties steering wheel
- Power windows
- Vintage Air & heat system for modern climate control
- Updated gauges and discreetly integrated electronics
The cabin blends classic Corvette charm with modern comfort and usability.
⚙️ Engine & Performance
The heart of this Resto‑Mod is the GM LS3 V8, a modern performance engine known for reliability, power, and smooth delivery.
Performance details:
- 540 horsepower with Hot Cam upgrade
- 4L70E automatic overdrive transmission
- Polished Lokar shifter
- Art Morrison sport chassis for superior handling
- Strange Engineering self‑dampening shocks
- Wilwood 6‑piston front / 4‑piston rear brakes
This setup provides modern‑car performance while maintaining the soul of a 1963 classic.
🛠️ Underbody & Mechanical Condition
The underbody reflects the quality of the build:
- Clean, powder‑coated Art Morrison chassis
- Modern suspension geometry
- Stainless and polished components throughout
- No rust, damage, or wear beyond minimal road use
- Professionally routed wiring and plumbing
Everything underneath the car is as meticulously finished as the exterior.
📘 Historical Significance
The 1963 split‑window Corvette is one of the most iconic American sports cars ever produced. Its one‑year‑only rear window design makes it instantly recognizable and highly collectible.
This Resto‑Mod preserves that legendary styling while elevating performance to modern standards. It offers:
- Classic 1963 design
- Modern LS‑power reliability
- Upgraded chassis and braking
- Luxury interior appointments
- Show‑quality craftsmanship
It is a car that can be driven, shown, and enjoyed without the limitations of a 1960s drivetrain.
🏁 Summary
A beautifully executed 1963 Corvette Custom Split‑Window Coupe Resto‑Mod, completed by Jeff Hayes Customs and powered by a 540hp LS3. With its Art Morrison chassis, Wilwood brakes, modern amenities, and stunning white‑over‑red color combination, this example blends iconic styling with contemporary performance and comfort. With only 15,000 miles since completion and exceptional craftsmanship throughout, it stands as a premium, show‑quality Resto‑Mod ready for its next enthusiast.
