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Michels Auto Design<\/a> built this 1966 Corvette called “Blu My Mind” at their company in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. It is powered by a supercharged LT5 V8 crate motor making 775 hp and 715 lb-ft (969 Nm) of torque. It is paired to a 8L90E eight-speed<\/a> automatic transmission and 2015 Camaro independent rear end with 3.73 gears. The car rides on a Roadster Shop SPEC chassis with C7 ZR1 spindles and control arms in front and a 2015 Camaro independent rear suspension. A set of Forgeline 19-inch wheels (19×10, 19×12) cover C7 ZR1 carbon ceramic 15-inch brakes. The interior features Lamborghini leather, Dakota Digital VHX gauges, Vintage Air system, custom dash and center console, and paddle shifters. <\/p>\n

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Michels Auto Design built this 1966 Corvette called “Blu My Mind” at their company in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. It is powered by a supercharged LT5 V8 crate motor making 775 hp and 715 lb-ft (969 Nm) of torque. 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