Feature Car: Fuel Bespoke C1 Corvette

535hp Gen-V Retrotech Beauty

I’m no stranger to John Ward’s prowess with transforming tired old classics into modern day marvels. This is the third incredible creation of his that I’ve been able to photograph.

The first was a similar (but silver) C1 Corvette. It was running an LS powerplant and all the modern electronics you could think of. The second was a classic BMW coupe that copped similar treatment with a later-model M-series engine and some electronic wizardry.

This time it’s along the lines of that silver C1, except John has taken everything he’s learned and funnelled it into this machine. This black C1 boasts a 535hp LT376/535 crate motor, backed by a 6L80E six-speed auto. UNderneath you’ll find a C4 IFS and IRS setup and there’s enough technology running throughout the car to make your head spin.

The shoot was featured in the OCtober 2022 issue of Street Machine.

Feature Car: Paul Thomas' Ford Mustang

403ci Top 60 Elite '67 Mustang

Paul Thomas’ Ford Mustang is a work of art and testament to what perseverance, hard work, vision and talent can create.

This car is so much more than what at first appears to be a slammed ’67 Mustang coupe. Below the mirror-finish black paint is a ton of quality engineering, backed by a Dart 403ci N/A monster with sexy trumpet manifold, Powerglide and 9in with 4.11s.

The shoot was freezing, but Mother Nature treated me to a perfect sunset and the results speak for themselves.

Feature Car: Steve Santos' Holden EJ Wagon

LS-Powered EJ Wagon

Sorry that I’ve been so lax about posting content in here recently. I’ll try and do better in 2023!

This stunning LS-powered retrotech EJ Holden wagon was originally meant to be a birthday present for Steve’s dad. I posted photos from the Valiant that actually ended up becoming his dad’s surprise gift HERE.

This EJ (yes, it’s an EJ – with EH tail lights) ended up staying in Steve’s shed and boasts a host of upgrades that make it the perfect cruiser, including 6-speed auto’, extensive audio system, power windows and all the mod cons.