Have you heard of the Gorilla Drag Car? I have not but that does not mean anything. More importantly, do you like to go fast? Well, this might be a car of interest to you. It is a 1970 Chevrolet Corvette drag car. Rocco B. found it here on Craigslist. It was listed 4 days ago and the seller is asking $45,000. This custom drag car is located in Whitmore Lake, Michigan. It is powered by a 460 big block engine with substantial power upgrades. Unfortunately, it is not running which will hurt the final sales price.

The black interior has been gutted and is custom fit with a fabricated dash, roll bar and drivers seat. I can’t tell but the door panels may be stock. I did a quick search online but did not find any information on the Gorilla Drag Car. It is painted with in a custom burgundy color and features a giant hood scoop, slicks and drag chute. The seller states that the car has a lot of history that comes with the car along with receipts. The Craigslist ad shows some pictures of the car back in the day (1970s-1980s) at a drag strip.

Under the hood, the Corvette packs a powerful punch with its 460 big block Chevy engine, featuring Dart Pro1 345 heads, Gesel rocker arms, and a reliable belt drive system. But that’s not all, as this beast is equipped with an array of specialized components that truly make it stand out. For enhanced performance, the Gorilla sports an Eagle rotating assembly and Crower pressurized lower lifters, ensuring smooth and efficient operation. The drag car has an electric water pump to maintain optimal engine temperature and, to keep the ignition firing flawlessly, it relies on an MSD crank trigger ignition system.

Traction and stability are paramount for a drag car. For the Gorilla, a Dana 60 rear end with 4.56 gear ratio and spool was installed and it utilizes Strange 35 spline axles paired with 4-wheel disc brakes for stopping power that matches its impressive acceleration. Handling is enhanced with AFCO double adjustable rear shocks, ensuring the car stays planted during acceleration. The Gorilla is also equipped with a 5-gallon fuel cell. To grip the road, this custom car relies on 14 x 32 rear slicks, giving it the traction it needs to unleash its full potential on the strip. Overall, the Gorilla is a blend of power and beauty.