Tuesday, February 20, 2007

1953 Studebaker Racecar by Bo Zolland

(from Bo Zolland) My latest work is a 1953 Studebaker with Corvette Z-06 chassis and NASCAR engine for a Canadian customer. This is a car for LaCarrerra Panamerica and autocross, track driving and it also will compete in Arizona speed events.

1953 Studebaker Racecar by Bo Zolland 21953 Studebaker Racecar by Bo Zolland 31953 Studebaker Racecar by Bo ZollandEst top speed 185-195 MPH
Est 1/4 mile: 10.5 sec with street tires, 9.8 with slicks

Natural aspirated NASCAR engine with no restrictor 775 HP on 98 octane pump gas and 950 HP / 8500 RPM in full race trim. Chassis, brakes, rear, front axles modified 2006 Z-06 Corvette, fuel cell tank. Flat undercarrige with hidden diffusors for ground effect, reducing lifting force. Body panels in carbon fibre, with original looks on chrome trim.

Interior: Full NASCAR style cage with original looking fabrics on Sparco racing seats, and 6 point belts Wheels, in street version BBS 20ґ Wings will be added for high-speed events, but not for street driving.

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