This track-oriented build is based on a 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, which was purchased by the seller two years ago as a salvage title car with roof damage and 95k miles. The body, dashboard, and interior were removed, and a Jeep CJ body, hood, and front grille were transplanted onto the intact chassis. Dubbed the “CJ-Z06,” the car receives power from a 5.7-liter LS6 V8 that has been modified with a mild ECU tune, long-tube headers, an upgraded intake, and performance exhaust system. The rear-mounted 6-speed manual transmission is paired with an LS7 clutch/flywheel, and other highlights include a roll cage, functional ABS, and 18″ wheels with 275-section tires all around. The vehicle has participated in several autocross events, and approximately 500 miles have been added since the build was finished. This C5 Corvette-based special is now offered at no reserve with two sets of tires, a clean Texas title and license plates for the Jeep body, and a salvage title for the Corvette chassis.

The seller has provided several in-process build pictures, including shots of the Corvette Z06 before it was disassembled and various stages of the Jeep body being fitted. This car weighs approximately 2,450 pounds in its current configuration. The suspension system utilizes coilovers with Bilstein monotube shocks, which have been custom-valved to compensate for the lowered ride height and curb weight. A C6 Corvette ZR1 anti-sway bar has been fitted up front.

18×10.5″ C6 ZR1 replica wheels are equipped at all four corners and are currently mounted with 275-series Bridgestone Potenza RE71 tires. An additional set of 315-series BFGoodrich R-compound tires are also included. A C6 Z06 braking system has been installed, featuring 6-piston front calipers and 4-piston rears. Per the seller, the factory ABS system is functional, though the traction control has been disabled.

Inside, a custom-fabricated 1.5″ DOM roll cage is fitted, though the factory dashboard, instrumentation, and trim have all been removed. The driver is provided with an Ultrashield seat and Momo 3-spoke steering wheel. As the car has no instrumentation, the seller has been monitoring its running with a Bluetooth OBD2 system.

Under the steel CJ hood is the Z06’s LS6 5.7-liter V8, which features a mild ECU tune, long-tube headers, an upgraded intake, and performance exhaust system. Power is sent rearward to the 6-speed manual transaxle, and a clutch and flywheel from an LS7-powered C6 have been added. A new slave cylinder was recently fitted, and according to the seller a fluid change was completed about 500 miles ago. The engine occasionally puffs smoke when decelerating under load during autocross.

Interested parties are encouraged to browse through the gallery to see additional in-process pictures of this unique build.