“TwelveAir” ’53 Corvair Concept Ridler Winner
The story
It's inspired by the Corvette-based Corvair concept car displayed at the 1953 GM Motorama. Our build borrows elements from the C1 and C7 Corvettes. But it's all completely built from scratch with no original or borrowed parts. A true challenge and reward for our engineering team. Our first-ever build that we have used to compete for the coveted Ridler award.
Engine & Transmission
Custom built by Race Cast Engineering. All aluminum 9.2L V12LS Naturally Aspirated. C7 GM 8L90E 8-speed Automatic
Chassis
Monocoque design where the body panels and frame are integrated into a single structure. Featuring an F1 inspired suspension system with a single lateral coilover push rod and sway bar.
Body Modifications
The body is a hand formed unibody made of 3003T0 and 6061 Aluminum, built completely from scratch loosely based on an early Corvette based concept for the "Corvair."
Paint
Paint is "Infrared" by Modern Classikk by AkzoNobel, accent color called "Sagebrushed". The body is a hand formed unibody made of 3003T0 and 6061 Aluminum, built completely from scratch loosely based on an early Corvette based concept for the "Corvair".
Interior
Sienna leather interior done by JS Custom Interiors, 3D printed Dash, Console, and Inserts. With ambient lighting.
Wheels & Tires
One-off 20x8-inch and 20x12-inch Monolug five-spoke billet wheels that were designed by Dave and machined by EVOD, The brakes, which included custom-machined stainless rotors with the hats integrated into the wheels They are wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires. The tires are 345/30-20 in the front and 345/25-21 in the rear, shaved faces by Diamond Back Classics.
