

EFR “Exterior Trim Carbon Flash” and EFV “Exterior Trim High Gloss Spectra Gray” is what they’re called. Furthermore, we’re told to look forward to a full-length satin black stripe package and a 2016 Z06-only decal package.Īt long last, the final two RPO codes. Meanwhile, the new Stealth High Gloss Carbon Ornament and a new Fusion Gray Hood Stinger Stripe decal for the hood don’t need any further detailing. Whether this will happen or not, only time will tell.

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The 2016 Z06 will come as standard with a Twilight Blue interior.Ī rather curious RPO code comes in the guise of B92 “Carbon Fiber Hood.” It’s believed that B92 is actually the code for an exposed carbon fiber hood. An interior color combination known as Spice Red is going to be added too, together with red seats with suede inserts and black seats with suede inserts. Looking through GM’s internal order system, Rick of Coughlin Chevrolet found out that t wo-tone seats are in the cards, joined by optional yellow or red stitching. Rick believes that at least one of these chromatic additions will fructify as a special edition 2016 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray. In the convertible’s case, we will be getting new colors for the tops, baptized Night Shadow Blue and Bastille Red. The first thing you need to know is that the 2015 Corvette Z06 will get at least a special edition dubbed C7-R Special Edition.Īs for the 2016 Corvette Stingray Coupe, we’re in for the addition of Addiction Red Tint Coat exterior paint and an all-new Yellow hue, labeled RPO G1E and RPO GC6, respectively. Rick mentions that it all boils down to “subtle changes and no reason to regret a 2015 purchase.” No further beating around the bush then. Nevertheless, Rick decrypted a number of RPO codes, and he found exactly what Corvette enthusiasts were expecting: no bump in output for the Stingray and Z06, but other add-ons. And of course, the new LS motor ensures it has the horsepower to back up its aggressive stance.According to a report published by Rick “Corvette” Conti of Coughlin Chevrolet in Ohio, the ordering guide isn’t out yet. Classic Industries gave us every trim piece and component you could even imagine to bring it back to life - to make it look a little bit like stock, but better."Ī matching black and white interior with new carpet, vinyl seats, dash pad, and billet steering wheel matches the sleek exterior. Mike Laker, the owner, called it "the nicest truck I've ever seen." Steve Pazmany of Fully Torqued explained, "There was not an expense spared on this truck. In the hot rod world, cars are often not what they seem, and Chip Foose’s 2015 Ridler-award winning 1965 Chevrolet Impala custom is no exception. AugAndreanna Ditton Classic Cars, Galleries 0. The end result of this build was dramatic, to say the least. Get a Glimpse at Chip Foose’s ’65 Chevy Impala Imposter. The truck's body was also disassembled to prep for a multitude of original-style restoration parts from the Classic Industries GM truck catalog. In 2016, Chip celebrated his 30th year in the design business, highlighted by a showcase at the Petersen Automotive Museum to celebrate the milestone and his induction into the prestigious SEMA Hall of Fame. It would be replaced with a newer, fuel-injected LS engine with the best of both worlds: more horsepower and improved fuel economy. 2015 also netted Chip an unprecedented 4th Detroit Autorama Ridler Award for his work on the stunning Impostor, a Foose designed and built 1965 Chevrolet Impala on a C6 Corvette Z06 platform.


In the Fully Torqued shop, the crew pulled the original 350ci small-block. The Fully Torqued crew coordinated with the owner's son to decide on a plan of action for the build.Ĭhip Foose quickly whipped up the sketch above, featuring a black and white two-tone paint scheme, lowered suspension, billet wheels, side-exit exhaust, and subtle red pinstripe. The '71 C10 started out in the condition seen above, with a 350ci small-block V8, unpainted bed, and many missing or mismatched parts. Recently, we had an opportunity to provide some parts for a 1971 Chevy C10 restomod build that was sketched by Foose on Season 1 of Fully Torqued. We're certain that Foose's designs have sparked an interest in many viewers, leading those viewers to start classic car projects of their own.
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Through his work on Overhaulin' and newer TV series such as History's Fully Torqued, Chip Foose has become one of the most well-known figures in the automotive restoration world.
