The 1963 Split-Window Corvette, part of the second-generation C2 lineup, is arguably the most iconic American car of the 1960s. Produced from 1963 to 1967, the C2 transformed the Corvette into a performance vehicle with innovations like four-wheel disc brakes, independent rear suspension, and increasingly powerful engines.
Despite its historical significance, the C2’s driving dynamics pale in comparison to modern performance cars, prompting Karl Kustom, a leading Chevrolet dealer with a custom shop, to create a solution: fitting a C2-inspired body onto a modern C6 Corvette chassis like the example you see here offered for sale on ISSIMI.
This 2011 Karl Kustom Corvette is one of only 64 such conversions and one of just 14 featuring the signature split rear window. Finished in Asphalt Green, the car has been driven for only 5,750 miles and comes with a removable Targa top for open-air or coupe-like driving. Custom EVOD wheels replicate C2 turbine-style designs in larger sizes.
Inside, the car retains the C6 dashboard with modern amenities like airbags, advanced HVAC, and an infotainment system, while incorporating C2-style low-back seats with power adjustability and seat heaters. The tan-and-black interior is enhanced with tan leather and carpeting, bridging classic and contemporary design.
Powered by a supercharged 6.2-liter LS3 V8 producing 599 horsepower and 547 lb-ft of torque, the car offers exceptional performance paired with modern handling and comfort, thanks to its independent suspension.
Source: ISSIMI
