Vehicle Description
This 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS is an awful lot of car for the
money. It packs a strong-running 383 stroker motor, gorgeous paint,
and a beautifully finished interior full of upgrades. There's
always a lot of talk about matching numbers when discussing these
cars, but that completely overlooks the fact that these cars are a
ton of fun to drive, look awesome, and nice ones with great options
are still out there ready to knock peoples' socks off at shows.
Originally code 50 Gobi Beige, they went in a different direction
when it came time for a repaint, giving it a slick coat of sinister
Shadow Gray with black SS stripes, which are always welcome on an
A-body with muscle. Bodywork is excellent throughout, with great
gaps and a smooth finish thanks to hours and hours of block sanding
before a drop of paint was sprayed. Look how nicely those quarters
fit, the smooth, unbroken line that runs from nose to tail, and the
gaps on the doors; this car was put together very carefully. 1970
is arguably the most popular year for Chevelles, both now and when
they were new, and the look never goes out of style. Four
headlights up front frame a correct black SS grille, while out
back, a blacked-out rub strip with correct SS emblems highlights
the bumper. Hood pins, a functional cowl induction hood, and a
nicely fitted black vinyl top all give it a correct look that is
just beautifully executed. I don't care what you're driving, you're
going to think twice when a Chevelle like this rolls up next to
you.
Inside, this one has had a full makeover, although they stuck to
the factory recipe and kept the bench seat. The factory gauges are
in excellent shape and include a tach with a 6500 RPM redline,
suggesting that something awesome lives under the hood. The back
seat also sports new seat covers, and fresh black carpet was
installed throughout the passenger compartment. The dash pad and
door panels are in excellent shape, and the restorer went the extra
mile to get everything right by including fresh black seat belts as
well. This car was originally equipped with A/C, and today it is
fully functional with new controls and R134a refrigerant working
behind the scenes. A digital AM/FM stereo sounds great thanks to
6x9 speakers on the rear deck and yes, it's got a tilt steering
column, and this car even has a set of rather rare power windows.
It also offers a nicely outfitted trunk that includes a full-sized
spare tire with jack assembly.
The engine is a 383 inch stroker motor that makes one heck of a
statement there in the engine bay. It's obvious where the big money
was spent, and it's very nicely detailed with satin black inner
fenders and OEM-grade hardware throughout. Yes, it's wearing 454
decals on a small block, but that's part of the illusion, because
this small block puts out big block power but weighs 150 pounds
less, so it's a real hammer on the street. The A/C system has been
fully serviced and the stout small block has a burly idle that only
comes from a healthy cam inside. That potent V8 is ably supported
by a 700R4 4-speed automatic transmission turning a durable 12-bolt
rear full of 3.55 gears on a Posi limited slip. There's a new
exhaust system with mellow mufflers so it has a nice rumble that
doesn't get annoying. It rides on a set of proper SS wheels with
fat 225/70/14 BFGoodrich T/A radials at all four corners.
If you've been watching the market thinking that 1970 Chevelles
were suddenly being priced out of reach, guess again. With good
bones, a nice restoration, and awesome upgrades, this Chevelle
simply couldn't be duplicated for the asking price. Call today!