Name:  John Marett, North Vancouver, B.C.

Member #:   235                 Since:   1999

Car Make:  1960 Chevrolet     Model: Biscayne

Body Style:   2 Door Sedan Delivery             Modified or stock:  Modified

Year Completed:  2002         Still in progress ?  Yes, "is it ever finished"

Description:  

Paint: The PPG Toranado Red is a base / clear that was applied by MT Autobody in North Vancouver.

Engine: The power for this beauty comes from a 1967 Corvette 327 ci engine. With an over bore of .30, this sweet little small block is pumping out 350 horses. John tells me there are lots of little goodies that help the engine to get the sedan moving, some of which include print and balancing, roller lifters and rockers, a mild RV cam and a 650 cfm carburetor. The engine is also dressed up nicely too, lots of chrome and polished stainless.

Drivetrain: Off the engine is a rebuilt TH350 with a stage 2 shift kit. At the rear is a stock 3.08 Chevy. There are power assist discs up front and drums in the rear. The Air Ride suspension in all four corners gives a very mean looking stance while at rest. As John will show, at your request I am sure, the Air Ride is good for crushing those drink cans. The Progressive 15" wheels are wrapped in good old BFG T/A's, with 275-70's in the rear and 235-60's up front.

Interior:  The completely custom interior has a theme taken from the wheels. The combination of grey leather and grey tweed help show the quality theme off. Mark Reid Upholstery of Langley is responsible. All the updated gauges come from Autometer.

Miscellaneous: Love those 1959 Cadillac tail lights!