Lingenfelter LS7 Powered Widebody C2 Corvette Pro-Touring Build

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Greg's '65 Corvette Pro-touring build with a 630hp all motor LS7 so sit back and enjoy the ride..
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@csr801996 2 года назад

In the words of Dale from stepbothers, That.......was.......AWESOME!!!!

@xnbk-yotiex5247 2 года назад

When I saw the cover photo for this video in my notifications, i think i broke a finger tapping the play button!

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

Wow! I’m blown away with all the positive comments! Thank you to the AutotopiaLA subscriber’s! And thanks to Shawn and his crew for doing such a great job on the video!

@stratolestele7611 2 года назад

Thank YOU Greg!

@scryla2000 2 года назад

You’re living the dream bruh! I’d trade my Hellcat in a second for this car!!!

@1godgodgodgodgod Год назад

love the ride

@marcwalker9610 Год назад

Thank you for taking us along for such an amazing virtual ride 🏁👏🏁 You sir are a fantastic builder/driver and such a gentleman 😊

@minnesotatomcat 2 года назад

There’s nothing better than seeing an older gentleman drive a car like a 16 year old kid!!

@23727bgk 2 года назад

Actually a 16 year old would crash it...

@highoctanehustleofficial 2 года назад

Bert - that’s hysterical!!!

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

And keep it off the curbs!

@charlesroer972 2 года назад

Keeps him young Dosnt it !!

@vette63 2 года назад

@@23727bgk a 16 yo couldn't afford one.😁

@icanmanifest 2 года назад

I still think these are the best looking Corvettes ever designed

@alfredrealistic9119 2 года назад

I agree 1000%

@danmyers9372 2 года назад

Over all without a doubt. I will add however that the front grill on the ‘58-60 C1 Vettes is the most awesome front end ever put on a car.

@fobbitoperator3620 Год назад

The most symmetrically gorgeous car ever built is the '65 Stingray!

@BIGchrisJbitch84 Год назад

Yes Sir!!💯💯

@FlowTieGuy 2 месяца назад

100% and it's not even close!

@Eyes_Open_Limit_Reached 2 года назад

Old cars have so much personality. This is just bad ass!!

@SerPurple51 2 года назад

A race car for the street! Gotta love him finding a beat up body and having a vision for it. He definitely has the car dialed in too.

@andrewipp426 2 года назад

He has built a no nonsense bulletproof race car for the street. The way he’s having a blast kicking it’s ass and making no apologies for hammering the beast, beautifully built piece of machinery! Well done !

@bradalexander6252 Год назад

My mom had a split window, the best looking corvette. All Corvettes have big hips, it's the way the front tucks under and matches the lines on the way to the back. Love that generation.

@melvinburwell8202 2 года назад

Those C2s are what changed the world. Best on this show. Badd ass perfection. Vote for best of show.☝️☝️☝️❤❤❤😎😎😎

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

Thank you!

@belotface 2 года назад

The phrase " Drive it like you stole it" comes to mind

@motocrossriders2002 6 месяцев назад

That is the motto I live by...

@duane9707 2 года назад

This car is perfect for those Sunday drives in the hills. Oh hell, any day of the week that ends in "day" would be great for a drive in this vett!

@SWFabrication. 2 года назад

Shawns reactions are priceless when it comes to the braking capabilities. And the donuts and smiles, just awesome. Such an incredible car. Great episode guys.

@chriscarol4965 2 года назад

Well, now he is in a car with functioning brakes which doesn’t have to rear end others to stop at an intersection…. 😂

@putinkhuylo 2 года назад

Now THAT'S a fun Corvette! Six years of track use and only change the oil...OMFG!

@robsorgdrager8477 2 года назад

As soon as I seen the rear suspension 😍🥰. I love these builds done by the old school guys. Cars that are built to be driven and driven with aggression. See here's the thing, yeah those pro touring builds that have a full leather custom interior and ride on air bags that's fine for the normies . If I'm gonna put this kind of money and my own time into a build it better make mom's scared for their children's safety and every cop in the tri-state area will have a picture of my car on their dash. 😈

@ssoffshore5111 2 года назад

Preach on brother!

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

Thank you, great humor!

@KingCast65 2 года назад

"High." LOL Could be my favorite Corvette resto mod ever. And FWIW finally someone who knows how to introduce music into a vehicle video. You should barely hear it most of the time. So simple.

@AutotopiaLA 2 года назад

Thank you! Our editor Kyle does a great job and this car is pure insanity!

@justloudcustoms 2 года назад

Thats how theyre supposed to be driven...otherwise..what are they for...true testament to how well and why it was built...the guy is a old school badass

@marcwalker9610 Год назад

Probably my favorite episode, Driver/Builder/Vehicle, just everything!! Riding in it, especially with such a confident fabulous driver must be something so very special!! Cheers 🍻 and thanks for the virtual ride 🏁👏🏁

@andyanderson7503 2 года назад

This is my new favorite video/car. Dialed isn't the word! This is the benchmark that every build should try and beat!

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

Glad you like the car! Thanks!

@hollywood3190 Год назад

No electric car ever made could excite all our senses like this beast.....iconic American muscle

@fartzr.schmelli3351 2 года назад

Yeah, this is the kinda Vette I want. Love the C2 styling. But with modern stuff underneath...Perfect! Gorgeous car. Will go anywhere and do everything! Drooling 🤤 🤤 🤤!

@charlesc.parker1164 2 года назад

I can't thank you enough for putting your videos on. I'm 69 and truly miss horsepower but you give us a taste of it and it's truly appreciated. Stay safe my friend.

@jc-qc3yu 2 года назад

The company that makes this guys Engine is no joke they make like 2500 hp LS big money Awesome car

@jeffv103 2 года назад

That rocker arm IRS is a work of art.... first time I've ever seen a configuration like it. Just wow!

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

That rear set up is my own design! Thank you for your appreciation!

@solomonstello Год назад

@@gregthurmond1676 If I had the money I'd pay you to build me a C2.

@khabaaustralia 2 года назад

LOL love the pedal attitude, never to Old. Loved it and as you said Shaun, Blown away

@davosholdos1253 Год назад

I was never a fan of orange... Until now! Such a beautiful car. C2's a childhood favorite.

@donovan962 2 года назад

Greg T is the man! One of the best Vette builders in the country. And an amazing driver who has and probably still is at the top of the USCI race series!

@AutotopiaLA 2 года назад

All true. And top it off…such a cool guy

@paulm6481 2 года назад

This man is the real thing. Knows his car and drives it. Car is such a nice built vehicle. Great job.

@josealvarez9371 2 года назад

That's mean machine Calor choice is beautiful for that model. Those donuts where fun to watch.

@toddgriffith5242 2 года назад

I had to catch the video. What a beast! Your sunglasses stayed on under breaking lol. 😎

@FrisellFan01 2 года назад

There is so much to love about this car.......I don't know where to start......what a gem of a build......

@marcust510 2 года назад

The fact that this man drives the piss out of this masterpiece is so dope! Goal in life = be like this guy! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 much respect!!! PS: C2 Vettes are my favorite generation. Dream Vette ALL DAY!!! 😮‍💨

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

Love your words!

@marcust510 2 года назад

@@gregthurmond1676 🙏🏽

@GoatedOne201 2 года назад

All 8 generations I love , I'm a corvette guy all day but C6 and C3 are my top 2💨

@bengagnon6947 Год назад

Ever since I was a kid Corvettes have been my favorite car. What a beast...I think I'm in love hahaha

@royalordinance 2 года назад

This and the Buick 1000 are off the chart! Autotopia once again outdoing the Competition!

@FrisellFan01 2 года назад

I have to say a Corvette has never drawn me in to want to know more about it ...until this car......I like them a bunch... but this one is special

@georgespalding7640 2 года назад

Fantastic Street Build. He took an old Corvette and made it twice as good as it was when new. Love this car.

@Sergeantgrunt 2 года назад

This is why I don't want a numbers matching car. I just couldn't do this with a complete car. Which is why I'm looking for a roller with as much body as possible. Great video! Love the car!

@Buzzard67 Год назад

I had a 65 back in the day, I got a lot of great memories of that car.

@eeblatter Год назад

Straight up build no trendy frills and BS. All bidness. Nice job.

@bryanluntz1603 2 года назад

Serious little racecar My first thought when I heard him on it too Shawn That's a bunch of RPM's Very Cool Vette

@supersport57 2 года назад

so much fun, driving that beast!!!!!

@billmagorian490 2 года назад

Greg is one hell of a driver. The donut and his shifting were amazing. The guy knows his stuff.

@AutotopiaLA 2 года назад

He’s a serious driver for sure

@giovannydelacruz6862 2 года назад

Actually knowing Greg and seeing what’s in his shop and his wife’s corvette as well. This man loves what he does. I don’t have a bad word to say about him and he’s 100% one of if not the coolest guy I have gotten to know or ride a long with.

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

Thanks Gio for the nice comments!

@cjbecker1683 2 года назад

I'd love to have a guy that like for a neighbor 👍

@stratolestele7611 2 года назад

Wow. That's awesome!

@stratolestele7611 2 года назад

@@gregthurmond1676 wow, being able to drop a note to a legitimate celebrity! Greg, what can I say, you are just plain cool, and just plain fun! Absolutely fantastic build. Really well done! I'm guessing we're about the same age and you're really inspiring me to get my build going. 👍🇺🇸 I'm in Austin. If you ever head back to CODA, it would be my privilege to meet you. Heck, we can bring my wife and we'll all go out for BBQ (or I can bring it to the track). Do you have a website, or do you know if you're coming back to Texas?

@komaboi19 2 года назад

Of all the cars that have been on this channel, this is one of my absolute favorite. Looks great, performs great, and doesn't sound obnoxiously loud.

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

Thank you! But Scar does make some noise!

@bluefin4673 2 года назад

You ought to try growing up with this dude. He's never let up since the day he could drive. Amazing build and amazing driving..

@highoctanehustleofficial 2 года назад

Is this YOU Mike Ives???

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

Mike?

@bluefin4673 2 года назад

@@gregthurmond1676 Yep, that's me. I remember having the same emotions as Shawn in your Chevelle SS...

@77chevy4x4 2 года назад

Dennis Hopper would definitely appreciate it .

@ConemantheBarbarian 2 года назад

That 356 wouldn’t stand a chance 😁

@bzmaro 2 года назад

Man he throws down! That thing is a work of art and love how it gets driven

@AutotopiaLA 2 года назад

He does and this things built to take it

@harryreyes7183 2 года назад

Now that’s probably one of the best corvettes ever!

@hugoagogo2156 2 года назад

I've been watching this show for a while, This is my favorite car yet.

@mikethatguy27 2 года назад

Shawn rocking the matching shirt! Loving it I need one.💯🙌✌

@omnipotentone6545 2 года назад

Thank you Shawn and Gregg !!!! Every aspect of this video was better than any other. .Gregg is the first and only individual to thoroughly demonstrate the stopping capacity of his vehicle on your program. I was tense in my seat only viewing the video. He truly beat on it. Your ending remarks summarized most of what stood out In many ways this could be the best vehicle you have ever recorded and posted. Excellent work on both of your parts

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

Wow! Such nice comments! I was nervous that my car wouldn’t live up to the quality of cars that AutotopiaLA does! Thank you!

@vanceking354 2 года назад

Always a blast. No chiropractor needed!

@orwellknew9112 2 года назад

What a monster car. Who over put that together knew a thing or two.

@lprto9831 2 года назад

Favorite body style corvettes. Such a bad ass car the paint 🔥 love that he showed how good his brakes are and then smokes the tires up couldn't have asked for more. Guy drives the heck outta that thing

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

So glad you enjoyed the car!

@cjbecker1683 2 года назад

If there was no sound & just facial expressions we know this is a beast of a ride 👍 There's nothing better in the car world than a man that drives his machine this is an incredible ride.........Awesome!!!

@jabawockee199 2 года назад

An absolute beauty!

@moresomoze Год назад

I started following your channel because you have the widest selection of resto mod c2s on the internet. I'm absolutely obsessed with everything c2. That sb4 grandsport is literally the greatest car in the planet.

@sanfranciscobay 2 года назад

The Driver enjoys stomping on the throttle and brakes and driving it hard.

@scottiebwaaii2602 2 года назад

I love this build. This is what tha love of cars is all about

@devinosborne7785 2 года назад

Absolutely gorgeous car. 65 - 67 are my favorite years for the Corvette. A 65 - 67 Corvette Stingray and a 68 Mustang Fastback are my two dream cars. I love the addition of the Stinger hood. That LS7 sounds AMAZING. I fucking love that Greg doesn't baby this car. He drives it the way it's meant to be driven. Another amazing video.

@Panthercholo 2 года назад

Why not 63 and 64? 63-67 are the same body style except for the split window in 63.

@devinosborne7785 2 года назад

@@Panthercholo nothing against the 63 or 64. For starters, I'm not a big Split Window guy. Not diminishing the beauty of the car, it's just not for me. I am aware that the body style is the same however what gives the 65-67 the edge is the engine options. I prefer the engine options and specs that came with the 65, 66, and 67 model years over the 63 and 64. I love the 63 and 64, 65 and 67 just gets the edge for me. Plus I've seen a few gorgeous builds just like this one based around the 65-67 model year Vettes. When it comes to generations, I've noticed I tend to lean more towards the middle years or end of generation years because in the case of the Corvette, you get the same beautiful styling but with bigger, more powerful power plant options. I guess in my eys they're just more perfected.

@Panthercholo 2 года назад

@@devinosborne7785 Makes sense. I'm a '64 lover myself. Most of my cars, since my first car at 15, have been '64s. I'm partial to small blocks, especially the 327.

@devinosborne7785 2 года назад

@@Panthercholo I'd honestly take a 396 or a small block. The small blocks are more nimble in the front end. I hope to own a 65-67 'Vette Stingray, 68 Mustang Fastback, a 240Z (not picky year wise) and a 1977 Toyota Celica GT Liftback

@JA-wb5my 2 года назад

Sick!!!! What a Machine….

@Mick_A_Knuckle 2 года назад

Okay, this dude gets it! Talk about getting the most from your car.

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

Thank you!

@victorbetancourt3105 2 года назад

That Gforce pull is 🔥

@AutotopiaLA 2 года назад

It is intense!

@lesheath6216 Год назад

I'm totally a late C3 guy but these mid60s Vettes are by far the most exquisite looking Corvettes ever built

@johnbehneman1546 2 года назад

I LOVE IT!!! THAT IS WHAT I LOVE ABOUT DRIVING A STICK SHIFT!!!! YOU AND THE MACHINE ARE ONE!!!! I DRIVE WITH MY EARS ALSO. THAT IS WHY I AM PASSIONATE ABOUT SAVING THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION!!! THANKS FOR SHARING!!!

@jimk7882 2 года назад

That would be my daily driver. There is nothing sexier than wide bodied c3 coupe.

@johnthonig8832 Год назад

@darryljackson4813 2 года назад

At 10:04, I was smiling with you! That smile at that point in the video was worth the whole video. I'm a big Corvette fan, and this is one of my favorites from your video collection. Thanks for posting this bro!

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

Im happy you liked it Darryl!

@tomoday4450 2 года назад

What a beautiful Vette 👍🏻

@AutotopiaLA 2 года назад

Stunning

@zackattack7103 2 года назад

That was a testament to how well built that engine and transmission is.

@gopherchucksgamingnstuff2263 Год назад

Give Greg all the credit possible for staying solid up to older age. I can only hope to be that lively. That car was built to have fun not stand around talking about it.

@Kareem2369 2 года назад

I guess I’ll be the first to say, this car is amazing!

@dave5833 2 года назад

You are Sir and it is I have 650 ponies to ground in my BelAir

@joeymccullough2716 2 года назад

When you’re old enough & worked hard enough to build the go kart that you always wanted.👍 That had to be a blast.

@dauntae24 2 года назад

If we were in the 1980s this car would have a TV show written around it.

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

That would’ve been cool!

@flexinclouds 2 года назад

This is absolutely the most badass restomod of all time! I always loved c2's, but this takes it to a whole new level🙌. Upgraded chassis/suspension, inboard coilovers, big brakes, the right amount of widebody flares, w/ fat tires, bigger rims, a gnarly ls7 & lots of carbon fiber🤘. I love it. And that rear bumper cut-out would look even more wicked if it had 2 carbon diffuser panels that fit into those spaces & butted-up to the lower control-arms.

@VL1975 2 года назад

Bad ass car. It has it all..the acceleration and the stopping! Love the orange too. That looked fun. And Greg is a good driver!

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

Thanks! I had a blast with Shawn and his crew!

@chriswhite9430 2 года назад

I watch all your videos, great work! This is my first time posting on any video, after seeing this car I'm literally grinning ear to ear like an idiot! Holy Christ that's the shit right there

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

Im stoked to hear that!

@davidwillis3913 2 года назад

I'm a Ford guy but damn that's one badass Vette. Shawn love your channel, you have such a great job. You better pinch yourself every day!

@AutotopiaLA 2 года назад

I love what I do! And this car is so well built and driven

@Haitian_Cat_Dinner 2 года назад

This is the greatest car ever built. I'm speechless 😶

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

Thank you!

@martinmcgimpsey9750 2 года назад

God that looks good! Who wouldn’t like that ride!

@minnesotatomcat 2 года назад

I’m not a corvette guy but I would drive that car. The color is stunning and I bet the handling is superb being widened and that new suspension. Cool build, I bet it’s a hoot to race 👍

@moresomoze 2 года назад

You my friend have the youtube crown for c2 coverage. It just so happens the c2 is my absolute favorite car, always has been, always will be. Do you think you could get your hands on a mongoose motorsports gtp? There's basically no videos on RU-vid covering one. You'd be my hero.

@tatismasculinity 2 года назад

One of top old school corvette builds, we need more of these in the car world

@MRF2188 2 года назад

I agree with the owner about not using a bunch of plastic covers to hide that beautiful LS

@ktriebol 2 года назад

The LS7 is a perfect match for C2.

@motocrossriders2002 6 месяцев назад

Or for any car, for that matter...

@greggo7978 2 года назад

Now that's truly a badass car.Gregs pretty badass himself.

@jethrox827 2 года назад

What a glorious build

@hotrod2321 2 года назад

This car is a beast.

@clarkscottkent 2 года назад

ultimate machine...we love our amazing toys...bravo to the owner

@antwonlewang1390 2 года назад

The looks on your face Shawn when he accelerate and abruptly stop 😂😂

@dylankizer3761 2 года назад

Second most beautiful c2 I've ever seen

@gungfuriceboy 2 года назад

Jesus...that's INSANE Greg! Them Black Widow's Sound AMAZING!..the Braking would Probably give me a Nose Bleed!🤣..from the 'Negative G's!

@DennisMurphey 2 года назад

That car in white would be a dream. I miss my ole 64 Vert. I put 435 HP 427 in it which overheated all the time But did not touch anything else. Here he has the whole package dialed in and widened very tastefully too. WoW What a beast. Can that be built again under $50K. WOW! Dennis

@douglascampbell3465 2 года назад

Cool car and the owner is cool as well (and so is his wife). Some badass people with badass cars!!! Great to get the story straight from Greg!!!

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

Thanks Doug!

@logicn.reasoning9744 2 года назад

This car is bad ass, gorgeous and the driver really knows what to do with it. Makes for a great vid!

@bakfixx Год назад

Nice! Great to see classics being saved and rebuilt.

@Lu-lk5bz 2 года назад

Wow what a car!!!!! I enjoyed this video from start to finish!!! Thank you so very very much. This car is absolutely breath taking. Thank you so much for sharing!!

@primozkrajcar4144 2 года назад

I'm blown away as well! What a car man! That engine is legendary already, LS-7, natural aspirated, high revving...What a build! Congrats to Greg for the build!

@gregthurmond1676 2 года назад

I appreciate your words