purple ‘58 convertible with 17-inch wheels from a 2001 Corvette. Obviously, this was one of the showcased C1/C4 hybrids, but this one went a generation farther with a dash, steering wheel, seats, and other features out of a new C5. The car wowed the crowds who couldn’t believe what they were seeing. Was this possible, a ‘58 with the handling, comfort, and technology of a 21st century Corvette?

Top: The interior of Heyneman’s purple '58 is C5, also upgraded with a DVD screen. High-tech and C1 go together in this world.

Bottom: The most enticing car of the showcased hybrids was Andy Heyneman’s '58 Corvette, which greeted everyone entering the Chevy/Vette Fest. Notice the new Corvette wheels, which fit only because Heyneman widened the body.