A custom 1969 Corvette restomod—five years in the making and engineered to supercar standards—will be auctioned at Mecum Kissimmee on January 16, 2026, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Curing Kids Cancer, a nonprofit dedicated to funding cutting-edge pediatric cancer research.
The donor originally built the Corvette as a forever car. The project began with a clean, never-hit 1969 Corvette coupe and was transformed into a modern performance machine featuring a GM LT4 crate engine, Magnuson TVS 2650 supercharger, Nick Williams 103mm throttle body, and a Bowler Street Performance 4L80 transmission. The car delivers 589 rear-wheel horsepower and 670 lb-ft of torque, with every system upgraded using best-of-the-best components.
A prostate cancer diagnosis changed the course of the build—and the donor’s intentions. After learning about Curing Kids Cancer’s impact on pediatric treatment options, he decided to donate the entire value of the car to support lifesaving research.
“We are incredibly honored by this generous gift,” said Grainne Owen, Co-Founder of Curing Kids Cancer. “As C.S. Lewis said, ‘You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.’ This donor has done exactly that—turning a personal cancer journey into lifesaving support for children who urgently need better treatment options.
The vehicle may be viewed on Mecum website, here, and registered bidders can participate in person, online, or by phone, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Curing Kids Cancer.
