2013 Chevrolet Corvette 427

Car

Sep 26

Project Overview

A rare, factory-optioned 2013 Corvette 427 refined over multiple rounds—interior comfort, modern audio, and an LS7 head/cam refresh—bringing OE+ fitment, sharper response, and everyday drivability together in one cohesive build.

Specs
      Platform:     2013 Chevrolet Corvette 427 (C6)
      Engine:       LS7 · Reworked heads · Valves/guides/springs · Cam upgrade
      Drivetrain:   MGW short-throw shifter
      Brakes:       Brembo carbon rotors
      Wheel/Tire:   Factory wheels and tires
    

      Audio & Connect:Kenwood CarPlay · JL subs (behind seats + doors) · JL 5-ch amp (OEM location)
      Interior:     Sound deadening & heat insulation · Upgraded seat tracks · New foam & leather
      Baseline:     Est. 435 HP
      Final Output: 512.2 HP / 436.1 dFtLb
      Dyno:  Mainline ProHub Dyno
    

Engine, Drivetrain & Braking

The LS7 was opened and refreshed for stronger breathing and repeatable power: reworked cylinder heads with upgraded valves, guides, and springs paired to a camshaft upgrade. An MGW short-throw shifter sharpens engagement without adding harshness, while massive Brembo carbon rotors bring stopping power in line with the output—confident pedal feel and fade resistance under sustained driving.

Interior, Audio & Connectivity

The cabin was stripped and rebuilt to cut noise/heat and improve ergonomics: comprehensive sound deadening and thermal insulation, upgraded seat tracks, and refreshed seat foam with new leather covers. The factory Bose system was replaced with a clean OEM-fit install—Kenwood CarPlay head unit, behind-seat JL subwoofers, custom-fitted JL door components (subs/mids/tweeters), all powered by a five-channel JL amplifier mounted in the original Bose amp location—for modern connectivity and balanced, high-fidelity sound.