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Say it ain't so, Joe. '68 Iso Rivolta restomod

Discussion in 'Other Italian' started by bitzman, Jan 13, 2021.

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  1. bitzman

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    #1 bitzman, Jan 13, 2021
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    actually I like about 90% of what they did on this ground up restomod on a Rivolta. Before you get inflamed as to a desecration of a classic, it has a newly made frame so presumably the old chassis is around someplace and could be used to repair a Rivolta or even make a Bizzarrini (which used shortened Rivolta chassis). the only part of this redesign that sticks in my craw is the BMW taillights.

    Here's their description "Louie Shefchik and his company J&L Fabricating in Puyallup, Washington built this 1968 Iso Rivolta for Richard Griot, owner of Griot’s Garage. Since the Iso Rivolta originally came with a 327 ci Chevy V8, Richard wanted to stay with Bowtie power. Under the hood sits a LS7 V8 crate engine mated to a T56 Magnum six-speed manual transmission and modern Camaro rear end. The car rides on an Art Morrison chassis with a Woodward steering rack, Wilwood Pro spindles, multi-link IRS, and Penske shocks. A set of EVOD Industries custom Mura 17-inch wheels cover Wilwood 13-inch disc brakes. The project won second place in SEMA’s 2019 Battle of the Builders."
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    #3 Tegethoff, Jan 15, 2021
    Cortina lights would be a better fit.
     
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    #4 MK1044, Jan 17, 2021
    Don't love it but nicely done. Often I think guys overpower older cars, but since this has a new chassis it may be okay here.
     
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    #5 tritone, Jan 17, 2021
    Very nice, for the most part......some unfortunate aesthetic choices made; taillights and mismatching bumpers the least of the issues.....(I know; his money, his choices...:rolleyes:). I was around when the project was started; lots of yelling and screaming, friendships terminated, "I told you so's..." :cool:
     
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    #6 MK1044, Jan 31, 2021
    Another thing: I don't understand the updating of an old car to this extent. If one can't appreciate the thing mostly for what it is; then why not start with a newer car that is closer to the driving experience one is looking for?
     
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    #7 staatsof, Feb 7, 2021
    The original wheels on this car were fantastic looking. I guess you can't find those remade in 17".
    If I were 10-15 years younger I'd think about the 17" wheels for my Espada along with a huge brake upgrade.
     

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