by Auto enthusiasts are always interested in customized cars. There’s a special pleasure in creating a unique specimen. But what to do when your dream car doesn’t meet expectations for dynamics or handling? One option is to use a modern chassis specifically designed for such projects. This is exactly the solution Roadster Shop offers, and it’s why someone was willing to pay $95,500 for it.
Yes, this construction costs almost a hundred thousand, without even having a body or interior. Moreover, it only fits a limited range of vehicles—short-bed GM pickups from 1967-1972. If you don’t have such a car in your garage, the scope of application for this chassis narrows significantly.
Why such a price?
The original kit price was $106,653, so the auction buyer got a decent discount. Let’s look at the details: the frame itself without the powertrain cost $29,995. It is equipped with modern brakes, a front suspension with geometry like a Chevrolet C10, and differentials. The kit also includes adjustable FOX shocks in the front, FOX coilovers in the rear, a rack-and-pinion steering system, and stainless steel brake lines.
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This is complemented by the powertrain: a turbocharged LT4 V8 engine, an automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive. A stainless steel exhaust system with Borla mufflers completes the picture, allowing you to enjoy the sound of the 650-horsepower engine.
The main advantage is perfect compatibility. Replacing a chassis is a complex process that requires a lot of time and modifications. A ready-made chassis with the engine already installed significantly speeds up the creation of a dream car. For those willing to invest in a premium project, this option becomes an ideal solution.
“The Roadster Shop chassis is the best of its kind. The wait time for manufacturing is usually long, so the availability of a ready-made option at a below-market price is a great opportunity for a serious start,” experts comment. It is indeed a good start for realizing ambitious automotive projects.
