{"product_id":"overdrive-corvette-c1","title":"Overdrive Corvette C1","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverdrive is part of the Steel Motion Series, a sculptural exploration of speed, engineering, and automotive design. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by the Chevrolet Corvette C1, this piece reinterprets one of the most iconic sports cars ever created through DecoMetal Studio's layered steel language. The process begins with CAD design, where the Corvette's flowing proportions and distinctive silhouette are carefully studied and translated into a sculptural composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach layer is laser-cut from stainless steel and refined through orbital sanding before being assembled along a temporary elongated spine. This structure ensures precision during welding and alignment. Once complete, the spine is sacrificed, leaving discreet support tabs beneath the body that anchor the sculpture seamlessly into a mirror-polished stainless steel base, creating a sense of suspension and lightness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinished in a deep black powder coating, Overdrive emphasises contrast and sophistication, allowing its curves and proportions to stand out against the reflective base. Stainless steel wheels are integrated as sculptural elements, precision machined and mirror-polished to complement the composition while reinforcing its automotive identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3D-printed details are incorporated to enhance finer features and visual depth. Balancing realism and abstraction, Overdrive captures the spirit of performance and freedom that made the Corvette legendary while elevating it into a timeless work of sculptural design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the second piece in the Steel Motion Series, Overdrive expands the collection into classic automotive territory, demonstrating how different eras of vehicle design can be reimagined through a shared sculptural language.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSculptural vehicle form built from layered stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCAD design → laser cutting → orbital sanding → welded spine assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSacrificed spine with discreet support tabs for stability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMirror-polished stainless steel base for reflection and lift\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep black powder-coated finish (custom colours available)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaser etching to include the model details on the base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully customisable in model, size, and finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Finishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMain Body:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stainless steel, laser-cut, orbital-sanded, and welded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Powder coating (standard black, custom options available)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBase:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mirror-polished stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomisation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverdrive can be tailored to reflect individual taste and automotive passion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel variation: Adaptable to different classic or modern vehicles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour: Standard deep black or custom powder-coated finishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale: Adjustable dimensions for display spaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails: Optional 3D-printed elements for enhanced realism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBase engraving: Custom model names or personal inscriptions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eManufacturing takes approximately one week. Each piece is crafted with care and attention, with every detail meticulously checked to bring the concept to life at the highest standard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DecoMetal Studio","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":43698435457083,"sku":null,"price":857.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":43698435489851,"sku":null,"price":857.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"White","offer_id":43698435522619,"sku":null,"price":857.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Purple","offer_id":43698435555387,"sku":null,"price":857.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Orange","offer_id":43698435588155,"sku":null,"price":857.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Green","offer_id":43698435620923,"sku":null,"price":857.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":43698435653691,"sku":null,"price":857.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Red","offer_id":43698435686459,"sku":null,"price":857.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black","offer_id":43698435719227,"sku":null,"price":857.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/0212\/1787\/files\/CorvetteC1_11.jpg?v=1782205721","url":"https:\/\/decometalstudio.nz\/products\/overdrive-corvette-c1","provider":"DecoMetal Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}