Vehicle Description
This 1970 Chevelle SS is an awful lot of car for the money. It
packs a strong-running 502 crate 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 55 Champagne Gold, they went in a different
direction when it came time for a repaint, giving it a slick coat
of metallic blue 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 working cowl induction hood, and a set of
shiny chrome bumpers 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 big block Chevelle like this rolls up
next to you.
Inside, this one has had a full makeover, including a set of black
buckets with a custom console featuring a trick B&M shifter
that ensures you'll never miss a gear. The original gauges are
gone, replaced by a custom-fit set of Dakota Digital dials whose
blue numerals work quite well with the electric blue bodywork.
Without turning the key, it almost looks stock in there, save for
the custom center console and slightly fatter steering wheel, but
it comes alive brilliantly. The back seat also sports new seat
covers, and fresh black carpet was installed throughout the
passenger compartment. The dash pad and door panels also got an
upgrade to match, and the restorer went the extra mile to get
everything right by including fresh black seat belts and sound
proofing insulation as well. This car was originally equipped with
A/C, and today it is has been upgraded to R134a refrigerant with
modern hardware working behind the scenes. There is no radio, but
you probably won't miss it anyway, and the trunk is clean but
stripped down, perhaps in preparation for some street action.
The engine is a ZZ502 inch big block 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. As I mentioned, there's
A/C with modern components on a serpentine drive system, and the
big 502 has a burly idle that only comes from a healthy cam inside.
That potent big block is ably supported by a TCI Streetfighter
3-speed automatic transmission turning a durable 10-bolt rear with
a heavy-duty cover that reinforces the structure. There are Baer
vented disc brakes at all four corners, and the exhaust system
features burly sounding Patriot Performance mufflers with big
chrome tips just under the rear bumper. It rides on a set of cool
staggered Foose Torque Thrust replicas wearing 225/45/17 front and
275/35/18 BFGoodrich radials.
If you've been watching the market thinking that big block
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!