Is a Chevrolet C2 Corvette Restomod a BETTER sports car than a 2023 C8 Corvette?

[@davidp2888]

1965. Built in the same year I was born. The car has aged better than I have.

[@RaitisRides]

You are awesome David

[@slmdsdn351]

@david you just need an LS3 swap yourself lol jk

[@HansDelbruck53]

Not for nothing, but the Corvette debuted the same year as Playboy Magazine. One of the most significant years in history.

[@remander3873]

Maybe you need some restoration and modification?

[@kimmarshall6047]

Sounds Heavenly.Sometimes old is better.

[@omarcortes5754]

This car is a masterpiece. It's got the classic design combined with modern touches, just perfect.

[@alanklaus7774]

Absolutely beautiful car. My only concern is driving on the road with so many idiot nondrivers out there. Kudos to all of you for the video.

[@mickey2036]

I can feel the freedom. 🇺🇸 🦅

[@RaitisRides]

Let freedom sing!

[@gryphon123456]

I think resto-modding is going to be the hot ticket in the near future. All the electric is going to drive people back to the classic cars but will want some modern amenities.

[@fortheloveofnoise]

only modern amenity I need is a sound system

[@wbwayne8887]

​@fortheloveofnoise9298 You have that in the 8 cylinder symphony though. 🤷

[@MisterMikeTexas]

I'm not normally a fan of resto modding, I like to see things as they were originally, or as they probably were in Day 2 configuration at the time. But, the character in this delicious C2 remains! Joe demonstrates this wickedly fun car very well! What a sound! What a build! And, it has the right number of pedals. I can imagine Doug DeMuro running this through its paces, with a grin on his face! Or maybe Tommy and Andre from TFL. Looking forward to more classics when it can be done.👍

[@RaitisRides]

You got it Mike!

[@tomdrummy4984]

I’m in love….. thanks Joe. One of my dream cars……I’ll park it right next to the Porsche, which I don’t have either. 🤣 You know I would take this over the C8 !

[@RaitisRides]

Dreams are what make life bearable

[@sharonbraselton4302]

wrung

[@blackmetal4546]

Beautiful car and much respect to the classics but no way I'd choose this over a C8 💀 or even a C7 or C6 or C5. Hell really any generation that came after it. Edit: actually I lied I'd probably choose this over a C4

[@MisterMikeTexas]

If I was a mega-successful tech investor, a 396 C2 4 speed (with a Pertronix ignition) would be my #1 Vette. And I'd have two more: a pre-1972 C3 454 4 speed (with Pertronix), and a C6 6 speed.

[@blackmetal4546]

@@MisterMikeTexas It's definitely a nice and valuable car but I would just go with something I prefer looks wise like a C6 or C7.

[@DavidJCarrell]

I’ve got a 2023 C8 HTC, but I’d happily take this instead. This was the golden age of automobiles. Would still prefer a mint original, but this LS3 mod is really sweet

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right David!

[@sharonbraselton4302]

wrung hybrddr

[@matrox]

Like I said...those were the days when cars were made by men.....for men. In your face bad ass. No politically correct BS happening in 65'.

[@johng.4959]

Yup!! A masterpiece!! Now THIS is a Corvette!!! Beautiful, BEAUTIFUL car! This style IS a Corvette! The new vettes only wish they could be this good. Amazing car and build! 👍👍👍

[@coachmaupin201]

Happy Friday. That’s a badass car 🦾🦾

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks brother!

[@ms3ben]

Sick ride! Id totally take this over a C8

[@matrox]

65' was a great year to be a kid growing up.

[@tysonthewolfe93]

3 weeks ago I was in the car show I saw a 1963 Chevy Corvette Stingray split window hardtop

[@sharonbraselton4302]

buy it

[@matrox]

I hates the C8. If I got rid of my SS Camaro I would get a C7 Vette.

[@maureencora1]

My Favorite is 1964 Hardtop Stingray.

[@drdetroitwheels]

Hello trivia there for you job everybody knows there were 300 Corvettes made in 1953 how many actually left the factory

[@arj24z06]

I have a C8, but I did own a 1967 427 Corvette coupe with side exhaust so I’d love to have that 1965 Corvette just like that.

[@ChrisPBacon198]

Corvette Has To Be The Oldest Sports Car in The World

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right!

[@paulelliott682]

C2 1963 - 1967

[@RaitisRides]

You are correct

[@DarkJediChrisG-1425]

Hey Joe speaking pf Corvette, is the rumor that GM will come out with a "Corevette" SUV true? Also I wanted to say thanks for bringing us a lot of new things in the auto industry! Hopefully you and Lori will return home to Florida soon 👍🏻

[@RaitisRides]

I have hear the rumor & it is true. No comment on how I feel about it. I was raised if you don’t have anything to say then don’t say anything at all:

[@CristianHernandez-xh7bz]

Like as an Urus competitor? This reminds me of that camaro CUV rendering with tiny windows.

[@RaitisRides]

@@CristianHernandez-xh7bznot excited for that either.

[@DarkJediChrisG-1425]

@@RaitisRides understood Joe. 👍🏻 Very wise saying, I can see where u r coming from.

[@DarkJediChrisG-1425]

@@CristianHernandez-xh7bz I believe so.

[@paulelliott682]

So when did they move the plant next to the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, KY ?

[@RaitisRides]

1981

[@paulelliott682]

@@RaitisRides That would be about the same time as the C4

[@paulelliott682]

Top notch restore : )

[@joeysand2205]

the color no but it’ll definitely make you smile in a different way than a C8!

[@Striker50_]

DREAM car! Imagine driving down PCH 1 in that... 🌴☀🕶

[@RaitisRides]

Now we are talking!

[@casperghost7182]

You should do more of these videos on resto mods👍

[@fordmuscleluis9710]

Thanks for the video of this 65 corvette LS3 powered awesome bro

[@harrydaniels9436]

a beauty,, joe had a 64 fastback 327-365 hp,,4spd, 4:11 gear posi in 1967 when i came back from the air force,,,,,lol had no money but a had a vette bought from a friend for 2400 dollars,,,,one of the 2 best cars i ever owned,,,,,of course i wish i had it today,,,,,but you know what joe it was my car and it went in the snow to work and went to atco for times and alittle racing,,,,13.90,,,95 mph,,,,,great car and video,,,,,thanks joe and lori,,,,great job on a beauty

[@Irishmanbikes]

I'm not a big fan of Vettes, but this '65 is HOT. The sound is really great!! Thanks Joe.

[@paulelliott682]

Back in the 1960s GM had generators. Then as they wore out they were replaced with an alternator and some minor wiring changes

[@willietoppino7802]

I have been dying to ask you for months every time I watch you going "on throttle" How do you keep your drivers license ?

[@RaitisRides]

Knock on wood, don’t jinx me

[@willietoppino7802]

You are a lot luckier than I was in my younger days

[@matrox]

Probably has a deal with the local cops. Kick backs.😂

[@ITStechy]

67 427 L88, C6 Zo6 427, C7 ZR1…all manuals FTW!

[@barrydraper]

Wow! Nice Review! 😎🤜🤛 I'd much rather have that 65 resto-mod than a typical C8.

[@RaitisRides]

You have good taste!

[@drift3rkid66]

Those LS engines are awesome!!!

[@etxkevin7452]

$!%#@!$#@!$#@$#!@!!!!!! I just messed my pants. I love a good restomod. That interior is absolutely beautiful.

[@craigthescott5074]

I happen to own a C2 resto mod and a C8 HTC Z51 and you can’t compare the cars. It’s like comparing a WW2 fighter to an F35.

[@bryantcurtis2573]

This is awesome!

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it!

[@steviedee71]

Omg that thing must rip! Not convertible fan that be sick in a split back window 🔥

[@20moonpie]

God they don’t make them like that anymore,now days all you get is a bunch of plastic and it’s hard to work on😲😲😲😲

[@PDLM1221]

Love this resto mod Stingray beautiful!😊

[@noway5976]

Yes! The answer is yes! Now going to watch the video. Thanks for bringing the best auto reviews 👍 I smiled the entire time watching you get “On Throttle!” 😎

[@FLEXjs]

"C8 doesn't even look like a Corvette to me" Yep; I've loved Corvettes since I was a kid and I've owned a C3, C4, and now I own a C7 and the C8 is just not even on my radar. Ever. It's a nice car, but it doesn't look like a Vette.

[@islanddon865]

The Sophia Loren of automobiles. Eternally beautiful and eternally beloved. ❤️

[@VirgilAdkins123]

"THANK YOU" Joe to you and your beautiful wife Lori for ALL that both of you do, and for ALL of the sacrifices and travels that you endure to bring ALL of the greatest and latest aito info to the masses! May God continually bless you both!🙏😇

[@Bleseddd1]

😻

[@RaitisRides]

I’m glad you love it!

[@paulelliott682]

The leather interior probably came from a veal cow. No barbed wire fence to scar the future leather

[@jacks.8791]

One word -> Beautiful

[@zuhayerahnafaziz6956]

At this point, you should just buy this freedom of a machine after selling everything, except your house and Camaro. 🇺🇸 classic!

[@Cats_Are_Scary]

My brother had a 1989 Mercury Cougar with triple gold Dayton wheels on it. This wheels had the spinner mechanism. I always thought it was neat when I’d see him remove the tire.

[@scottbrawley407]

1965 Chevrolet Corvette C2 Stingray 6.2L Naturally Aspirated LS3 376ci Fuel-Injected V8 5-Speed Manual Restomod Convertible!

[@RaitisRides]

You nailed it Scott!

[@LuisUrbieta]

Love the Corvett and while this was low on tech by modern standards I like How it looks.

[@jascadet]

I think I just fell in love. I have dreamt of owning the perfect resto mod. Man this thing is beautiful. I'd love to do a custom classic like this myself if I had the time or money. Oh am I going to dream tonight.

[@toddlmac]

Real beauty of a ride..definitely take that one over newer one..great interior too..sounds killer.

[@emmanuelcharles38]

hey Joe, you should make a video on Buick Reatta 80' without forgetting the best part, a short historic description of late 1980s' Buick Reatta

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow that would be awesome!

[@albertwesker2283]

One hell of a giveaway!

[@dominickirkwood]

Joe and Lori and Steve and keep up the good work and I love the video 👍

[@matrox]

I remember when these came out in 65'. They were cool then just as now.

[@paulelliott682]

Baer, Brembo, Wilwood

[@terryrutherford2114]

As much as I like original equipment, I have to say that is awesome. I grew up working on my parent's '66 Impala. I remember changing cap, wires, plugs and rotor, and then having to adjust the points (it was easy on the Chevy, not so easy on the '65 Belvedere) and then set the timing. I'll take a new LS or LT any day. Thanks for the video Joe. That car looks awesome.

[@MisterMikeTexas]

Many classic car owners have replaced points and such with Pertronix units.

[@mikebrown2425]

Amazing ride brought to you by Raiti’s Rides 🎉

[@dickeyseamus]

This car is just beautifully done. Looks completely comfortable to drive too!

[@RaitisRides]

Oh trust me it is!

[@jimmydeneus7109]

Get ready for august 9th Cadillac is coming 💯

[@Striker50_]

Wdym

[@sharonbraselton4302]

buy it

[@jrparker4804]

Great review, Joe! Love that Corvette. So cool with the LS under the hood because you can drive it anywhere.

[@angrypenguin956]

That's one hell of a car! The design and lines of this car are just plain gorgeous.

[@manuelcamomot5152]

Looks kool joe .

[@victorpapillon1487]

I freaking love RestoMods!

[@martinelantraratedn]

Having almost 500hp on a grocery cart is pretty awesome!

[@Cobra_460]

This thing is making my heart pitter patter! 😊

[@markcoopers1930]

What a Beaut

[@loganstoll2947]

saw a 427 1966 all original vette today. I was a kid in a candy shop

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow I bet Logan!

[@DreamGiveaway]

Another awesome review! Coming to an end- can't wait to see who wins this one!

[@susanjspaulding]

🇺🇸 *LOVE this C2 Corvette* !! *Beautiful red convertible* !! *Prefer the C2* !! *FAB content Joe and Steven* !! #RaitisRides 🇺🇸

[@maureencora1]

Like Motorweek at the End. Do a Show on Your Favorite Cars of the Years Coupe, Sedan, SUV, etc?

[@RaitisRides]

I sure do! Stay tuned!

[@maureencora1]

@@RaitisRides Touche' (smile)

[@gramb5611]

What a complete package !

[@flanerpete2040]

Awesome ride!!! I'd take that C2 resto-mod over a C8 any day, any time!!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@mitchellc2723]

Yes, just look at it.

[@RaitisRides]

It is beautiful!

[@kumaquattro-le1vk]

"Vacuum actuated, flip up headlights" ?? Wow, this salesman really knows his C2 Corvettes !!!! This guy could sell sand to the Arabs . Chill bro, don't oversell the car .

[@fordTH7335]

Love it for sure... only thing I'd change is the exhaust tips like they used to stick out.. but clean like it is doesn't bother me

[@HansDelbruck53]

Nice to see a '65 Vette with Cruise Control. But Joe doesn't need a turn signal stalk because he NEVER signals for a turn; or a lane change.

[@wbwayne8887]

I feel a little Geriatric in this video during the "On Throttle," segment. QUIT YELLING AT ME JOE!!!" 😂😂

[@willietoppino7802]

Sorry...I really enjoy your show... in fact I'm jealous at all the fabulous cars you get to test...It was certainly not my intent to jinx you...keep up the great work...I probably won't comment any more....bye

[@corsa180]

Slight correction - C3 Corvettes had vacuum-operated headlights, C2 headlights are electrically-operated.

[@andyb9664]

Amazing car, amazing video, defo keep the oldies coming to the channel! 🥳

[@mystictk4149]

Oh wow!! now that's classic for sure and it looks amazing.

[@RaitisRides]

I am glad that you are digging this one.

[@mystictk4149]

@@RaitisRides You know it Joe :)

[@markspence3750]

They should have called it a "Tiger Shark" because tiger sharks have a very wide, straight mouth, and makos' have a very narrow mouth like a barracuda.

[@AxeMan562]

@17:01 honestly, I never thought I'd hear a Corvette that sounded like Eleanor, but here we are and I'm not complaining one bit 😊

[@johnnyboy1586]

I love everything about the c2 from the body shape the the jet fighter inspired cockpit ,It's great how this build didn't go with big rims as a bit of side wall looks so much better on this period car

[@michaelsheedy]

At the televised, big auto auctions, classic Corvettes are certainly the king of the shows. And they go for big money with lots of bidders.

[@Sergeantgrunt]

I wish this was a coupe. Convertibles are not my thing nor is a red car. Nearly everything else is great.

[@AustinSydney-s4v]

Hit'n an Hold'n! # Rag Top an Mannual That is what a Sport Car is all about... (# C2 Restomod Soon)

[@c2jones]

Retromods are my preference. I'm not a collector. I'd prefer modernization and safety. This is immaculately done.

[@joeanunez]

Bring this look back as a retro EV.

[@RaitisRides]

Noooooo way

[@zuhayerahnafaziz6956]

​@RaitisRides I am with you. Same for the Camaro and future muscle cars (well we have the new Charger EV but mehh). Just simply killing it off and never bringing them back due to banning of ICE, would be the best decision.

[@mattmekhaeil]

You’re crazy to convert this to an electric trash can. I’m good go back to your poorly built Tesla

[@fortheloveofnoise]

​@@RaitisRidesThere was a new law passed that auto manufacturers could build their old cars to spec again if they were kept under a certain production number....I don't think they would have to meet many requirements.

[@sharonbraselton4302]

😢

[@philpernice4722]

Not a convertible guy but id Definitely take it being a corvette lover im surprised they didnt shave the door handles for a cleaner look

[@chrisfrench8323]

Ohhhhhhh that sound!

[@donestrada7263]

Yahoo’s I like the you review very clearly and I like old is cool to hilarious 😆 😂Sir Joe

[@charlesrogers8420]

Have you reviewed a Revology Mustang? I think they are based in FL.

[@millenbop]

Looks and drives great, but sounds terrible compared to the old carbureted motors. It kind of has lost its soul a bit.

[@hondacr5008]

The headlights are moved by electric motors not vacuum powered that was c3

[@donestrada7263]

I like to put in our garage Sir joe because I don’t have car from Canad Fan hehe 😅