The Vega Hatchback “Blueboy”: A 1977 Chevy Vega drag car built by iCanFab, equipped with a 427 SBC engine, ATI Powerglide transmission, NOS system, and other high-performance components. Has a VIN and Title, NHRA 8.50 chassis certification.
“Blueboy” 1977 Vega Hatchback Drag Car Timeline:
- August 12, 2017: New Build: Vega Hatchback project begins.
- September 10, 2017: The 1977 Vega Hatchback is placed on the jig table.
- December 6, 2017: The Hatchback Vega comes off the jig table.
- January 24, 2018: The new 427 SBC engine is installed in the Vega Hatchback drag car.
- March 10, 2018: Vega Chassis Completed
- April 23, 2018: The Powerglide transmission arrives, and the chassis is certified.
- May 8, 2018: The Mark Williams driveshaft arrives, completing all components.
- May 16, 2018: The 427 SBC engine is fired up.
- June 14, 2018: Quick look around video of 1977 Vega Hatchback is made
- July 22, 2018: First NOS pass with the Vega Hatchback Pro Street is performed
- August 28, 2018: Second test at the track. Video recorded of the event
- August 29, 2018: The 427 SBC Vega Makes A Second Visit To Bristol Dragway
- November 1, 2018: Vega Hatchback described as “race ready . . . and brand spanking new”
- February 13, 2019: The Chassis Tag And NHRA Certification Are Included
- February 20, 2020: Vega Hatchback described as “Race Ready Car”
- May 6, 2021: First Test Day of 2021 Season For The Vega Hatchback
- 2023: The car receives a brand-new NHRA 2023 chassis certification.
- October 7, 2024: “Blueboy” is listed for sale on RacingJunk.com.
Erik Skatfeld: Journeyman Machinist at iCanFab, involved in the fabrication of custom parts for street cars and race cars, including the Vega Hatchback. Focused on chassis, suspension, headers, and roll cage fabrication.
