Vehicle Description
With its assemblage of top tier components combined with a great
looking exterior, this 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS is what
resto-modding is all about - it combines the timeless charm of one
of Chevy's most heralded muscle cars with well-selected upgrades
for a car that's arguably even more fun to drive than it is to look
at.
Chevelles of this era were enjoying both commercial and critical
success - they were rightfully branded as "America's Most Popular
Mid-Sized Car" while at the same time attracting an ever-growing
legion of performance enthusiasts drawn to its rugged good looks.
You can see that this specimen was configured with equal amounts of
inspiration and restraint. It'll certainly distinguish itself in a
crowd, but if you take a lap around the car, you'll find nothing
has been added as a ploy simply to draw attention. There's really
no need, anyway - with the sharp looking maroon metallic paint job
sitting on top of the Chevelle's already magnetic exterior, its
curb appeal is already off the meter. The color itself is a great
choice, giving this classic Chevy a very custom look, and it's in
fine shape, although a buff and polish would bring it up a notch.
Those broad stripes that run the length of the scooped hood and
deck lid in back are no mere decals - they're painted on and still
retain their admirably sharp edges. The chrome and brightwork
throughout the exterior is also looking good.
Inside you'll find a black vinyl interior that very effectively
meshes some modern touches with the Chevelle's stock configuration,
starting with a pair of custom high-backed buckets in front that
combine an appealing, smooth surface with a bolstered support while
cornering. They straddle a custom center console that houses an
assortment of control switches, as well as a couple of cupholders
that are sure to come in handy on the road. In back, another pair
of bucket seats sit in place of the original bench - a
well-performed modification that's left no "cut and paste" clues of
customization behind. Just beyond the Budnik Billet steering wheel
(an attraction in its own right) sits a great looking custom dash
that houses a full complement of AutoMeter gauges in the cluster.
You're not likely to run short of audio or viewing options in this
classic, as a JVC AM/FM/CD/DVD system sits just above the console
to handle your entertainment demands. The deep, spacious trunk area
is in good order, lined with an expanse of black carpeting on all
four sides to give it a very finished look and conceal the battery
that's been relocated there.
If you're one of the many who subscribe to the notion that "there's
no replacement for displacement," you're sure to be pleased with
what lurks beneath the hood - a Dart Big M 540 cubic inch V8
outfitted with Pro Topline heads, a high-rise aluminum intake and a
Holley 850 carb for exceptional power. It teams with a built 700R4
4-speed automatic transmission and a 4.11 posi rear end to make for
one seriously dynamic drivetrain. This Chevelle is about more than
just straight ahead dominance, though, as it also features a
coilover suspension with extensive Global West components front and
rear for killer corner-carving ability, as well as Wilwood 4-wheel
power disc brakes to bring it to a stop promptly. This Chevy muscle
car classic sits on a set of 17" Budnik Billet wheels, outfitted
with Michelin tires.
Looking for an outstanding ride that combines exceptional power and
drivability with terrific looks? Be sure and check out this 1970
Chevrolet Chevelle SS restomod. Call today!