2006 Chevrolet Colorado

Standard Cab Pickup

LS376/480 525HP

T56 6spd corvette trans

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Clear

Gasoline

This Colorado was professionally put together. It was not designed for drag racing, but as a reliable sleeper.. Extremely well handling. Runs and drives perfectly, straight as an arrow, needing nothing. This Sleeper, will leave many cars in the 100K-200K range, well behind, wondering what just happened. Thousands of dollars were spent., not counting labor of 1600 hours Approximately a thousand hours to connect the computer and align every electrical component to the Corvette Engine, its management to the Chevy Colorado’s internal wiring. Example, the Air conditioning, the speedometer, the tach, water temperature gauges, (factory & aftermarket) all integrated as professionally as if this was done at the Chevy factory and was offered to the public . Since purchase (Inc purchase price) over $65,000 has been spent . Essentially, a Corvette with a Colorado body on top, frame was stiffened with new cross members, , ultra-tight suspension, all upgraded,, many trophies including best of show, Scottsdale Arizona . All documentation from new, factory window sticker, manuals, order build sheet, to receipts . Truck started life with a corvette engine installed after purchase (2007). Then at 100k, a Brand new LS376/480 525hp engine, LS9 Cam installed (with long tube headers, dyno-ed @ 523HP)-- engine at the flywheel estimate 550hp -- from GM, was installed . automatic converted to T56 6spd- the entire truck was rebuilt into its current state, as close to a frame up as one can get. Drivetrain, all components replaced, converted, . The following is just a partial list of upgrades at the 100,000 mile mark -------New LS376/480 with T56 spd transmission New Long Tube Headers- Flow master exhaust --Engine moved back 3 inches for better handling (new engine mounts installed) Truck weighs less than factory GVW, weight slip before conversion, included. Entire suspension upgraded with new bushings, seals, brakes, shocks (all high performance) Very street able -extremely flat around corners, --Air Conditioning moved back- intake tube- shortened, allowing immediate air cond . Entire interior removed, dash seats carpets and sound insulation installed. Significantly quieter for normal driving. . Installing engine and all listed upgrades,. Including new 4:10 Posi traction rear end. Was 3:73gears prior ---T56 6SPD transmission,. At 50mph 1000 rpm--600 hours in labor to upgrade. 1000 hours to calibrate engine, transmission with all gauges, and new Lingenfelter performance chip. as previously noted : New aluminum radiator (oversized) with electric high performance fan to keep engine temp in operating range---New Optima Red Top battery installed behind rear seat, 8/15/2018 --2 extra new rear tires in bed of truck. Recent new front tires with about 200 miles on them. Rear tires currently on when upgraded show minimal wear. List is too much to add online. Oil changed (August 31, 2018), with Mobil One Synthetic and new oil filter, Also flushed radiator . Escort radar detector, GPS with Large screen, Overhead temp gauge, Truck can be seen on you tube, it was mistakenly listed as a 2007 Colorado with LS6 it was with the first corvette engine that was installed in 2007, it is on you tube with traction bars at-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5NXMEUnQ4qQ before being completely redone to its current like new state. You tube was with the 2007 corvette engine. Just for demo was it opened up. That motor dyno-ed at 425hp Have dyno records. This new drivetrain to the rear wheels dyno-ed at 523hp and 488ft lbs. -At 50mph in 6th engine barely turns 1000rpm ,. The Colorado has a little over 19,000 miles since complete make over was undertaken. Approximately 119,358 on the odometer, with the last 19k, since upgraded, no issues whatsoever. Only selling to help son finish his PhD (expenses) Conclusion, the photo of the drivers seat looks somewhat worn, just shadows from taking the picture. Carpets appear orange, under the dash lights were on once door was opened. To be concours, the front bumper cover needs a repaint from road chips. Nothing major, just tiny speckles. All panels are clean with absolutely no dings, or dents. Sides, top, hood, rear are all perfect. One minor scratch on the rear tailgate that could easily be blended. Headlights, are perfect, no road specks, as new. Underside of vehicle looks showroom clean. Same with all suspension components. No leaks, drips or otherwise. All wiring professionally installed, high grade, no electrical tape or homemade type splices. Absolutely flawless. The owner of the body shop is my best friend and can repaint the front bumper cap for $300. My younger son works for him. Unique Auto Body, Saratoga Springs, UT, Owner Jeremy Weller, did a frame up for Will Smith. the actor. Truck was transported by carrier from Scottsdale Arizona, to my new home here in Utah. Always garage kept, only driven to shows. And on a night or so just to keep it lubricated. All pictures except for the one that was used as the main picture and of the vehicle on the driveway in Scottsdale were all taken, within the last 2 weeks of posting the pictures. All in the month of September 2018, The car show ones were last Saturday Sept 8th 2018 Truck has never been driven in inclement weather and was transported to Utah, approximately 4 weeks ago. No signs anywhere of any type of age. Never has any type of dressing been used on the dash, engine or rubber except the tires. never left out in the sun, always kept clean with a light concentration of simple green. No stains or spots, or cracks or otherwise in the interior. showroom fresh literally. *important to consider, though- engine has upgraded exhaust with oxygen sensors, it does not have catalytic convertors. It should be registered and titled in those counties (that do not require emission inspections) however cats can be installed relatively easily and not that expensive, will work with buyer on price. Has never been in an accident and adult driven one owner. Door jambs, rubber seals, interior, exterior, underside still look and function like new. Can be driven anywhere in the United States, will ship internationally. Will pick you up at SLC international airport if flying in. Have shipped previously a vehicle to England. All shipping costs to be determined at point of sale. Anywhere from $750-1200 in the U.S. and + plus wherever it might be, shipped internationally,.