This 1963 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Spyder has been modified with a front-mounted 283ci V8, a four-speed manual transmission, a Mustang II front end, a solid rear axle, and adjustable coilovers. The project was reportedly carried out over two years by the previous owner, and also included a repaint in gold as well as interior customization with new tan vinyl upholstery. Approximately 1,200 miles have been driven since completion in spring 2019, and the car was acquired by the selling dealer in June 2020. This modified Corvair is offered in California with a clean Washington State title.
The body wears a two-stage repaint in Saddle Tan (932) according to the selling dealer, who notes areas of orange peel and mottling in the finish. A front grille has been added, while other details include factory deck lid louvers as well as 283 and SS badges. The soft top has been removed and is in poor condition, though a tan vinyl top boot remains fitted.
Painted 15″ rally wheels with chrome accents wear Firestone tires up front and Primewell rubber out back. A Mustang II-style front suspension and steering setup was reportedly sourced from Johnny Law Motors and features tubular A-arms, rack-and-pinion steering, and disc brakes. A solid rear axle with traction bars and drum brakes is located in the rear, and adjustable coilovers can be found at all four corners.
Interior work reportedly included creation of new bucket seat covers, a rear cushion, and custom-fit carpets tailored to fit over the added transmission tunnel. The dash and other exposed sheet metal were repainted in body color.
A stock steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer flanked by four auxiliary gauges. The five-digit odometer shows 1,200 miles since completion of the build, with actual mileage unknown. The selling dealer notes that no radio is installed, though a speaker grille remains present. An SS badge has been mounted to the glovebox door.
The rear engine bay has been converted to a storage trunk with a texture-coated sheet metal floor, a battery mounted against the left inner quarter panel, and a fuel tank is positioned behind the forward bulkhead.
The former trunk is now home to a 283ci Chevrolet V8 that reportedly features 1.94″ stainless steel intake valves with hardened seats as well as tube headers feeding dual exhausts, finned valve covers, and a chrome air cleaner over a Holley four-barrel carburetor. An aluminum radiator rests on a fabricated support behind the grille. An oil change was performed in preparation for the sale.
The four-speed manual transmission and solid rear axle are said to have been sourced from a 1980s Chevrolet S10 pickup. Additional pictures of the suspension, exhaust, and drivetrain components are located in the gallery. Videos below show a walk-around, cold start, and driving footage.
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