Vehicle Description
The 1970 Chevelle is the indisputable king of Chevrolet muscle
cars. In fact, some enthusiasts would even argue that the 1970
Chevelle is the indisputable king of all Chevrolet cars. But
sometimes familiarity breeds contempt, and people start to tire of
seeing essentially the same classic in the front row of every show.
It's nothing personal, we all love 1970 Chevelles, and they're
pretty much guaranteed to maintain their desirability. But what
about folks who want something a little different; something that
makes spectators stop and do a double take? Well, that's why the
market is beginning to elevate Chevy A-Bodies that are familiar,
but different. Over the past decade, '68, '69, '71 and even '72
Chevelles have begun developing their own following of dedicated
enthusiasts. And once you've spent time around a cool cruiser like
this 1971 resto-mod, you'll likely join the cult!
RESTORATION-FRESH
As you can probably tell from our high resolution photos, this
Chevelle is only double-digit miles out of a detailed, frame-off
restoration that involved a full strip of its body and complete
disassembly and blasting of its frame. That rebirth actually began
about a decade back, when a previous owner purchased the car as a
weekend project. However, as these things go, that owner became
overwhelmed, lost interest and eventually decided to sell the car
to its present owner/restorer. That person, an enthusiast who's
restored many classics over the years, commenced a 2-year,
labor-intensive build. And today, this Chevy wraps wet-looking
Tuxedo Black and Antique White 2-stage around fresh trim, a
functional Cowl Induction Hood and era-correct Super Sport
branding. You know, the aesthetic differences between 1970 and 1971
Chevelles are minor, but we can't help but think that the latter
has a bit more street fighter swagger.
CHEVROLET MUSCLE WITH CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE
For many enthusiasts, one of the most enjoyable aspects of owning
1971-1973 muscle is having people consistently underestimate your
car. To be fair, the early '70s were the days when factory
offerings started to bleed horsepower. But therein lies the true
beauty of a first-class resto-mod like this surly Chevelle! You
just MIGHT be able to see the other person's jaw drop as this
Chevy's 525 horsepower LS3 crate engine comes alive under your
right foot. Test-fitted multiple times, then installed so the car's
modern AC componentry is hidden low on the block, that big-torque
mill is a vaunted LS376/525 that was sourced directly from
Chevrolet Performance. At the front of the block, a remote Spectre
filter element feeds a polished air tube, which funnels wind in to
a proven GM throttle body that fronts a composite GM intake. That
air meets spark in rectangular-port L92-style heads, which ride
under familiar Corvette fuel rail covers. A nodular crank, powdered
connecting rods and hypereutectic pistons compress that volatile
union. A racing-inspired ASA cam maximizes intake efficiency
through better breathing. Speaking of breathing, that smooth
valvetrain funnels spent gases through coated long-tube headers.
There's a lightweight aluminum radiator that's paired with a
polished cap, a polished support plate, a polished expansion tank
and dual electric puller fans. And, aesthetically, the car's engine
bay is clean and very well sorted.
BEAUTY BELOW THE SURFACE
Part of the reason that LS3 was test-fitted multiple times was to
ensure this Chevelle could be comfortably equipped with its proven
Tremec T56 6-speed. That tough gearbox is kicked by a hydraulic
McLeod clutch on its way to spinning a 3.5-inch aluminum
driveshaft. On the other end of that driveshaft, a trusty Ford
9-inch uses friendly, 3.50 gears to push an adjustable 4-link
rear-clip. That clip, equipped with Pure Muscle control arms, a
beefy sway bar and QA-1 coil-over-shocks, pushes an upgraded
front-half that's finished with tubular control arms, a second
large sway bar and two more QA-1 coil-overs. Power-assisted stops
are provided by The Right Stuff Detailing, with four red calipers
squeezing a quartet of drilled and slotted rotors. Turns come
courtesy of power-assisted steering. Great sounds emanate from
large-diameter, true-dual pipes, which center throaty Pypes Street
Pro mufflers between an X-shaped crossover and polished stainless
tips. And everything rolls on chrome Ridler 645s, which lap
225/45ZR18 Sumitomo HTR ZIIIs in front of 275/35ZR20 Sumitomo HTR
ZIIIs.
MODERN AMENITIES, TRADITIONAL FEEL
Check the car's Super Sport-spec interior and you'll find a
familiar muscle car aesthetic that's had modern convenience
integrated where it counts. The front seats are heavily bolstered
units that were sourced directly from TMI, and the rear seat has
been covered and stitched to match. Front and center, a
monochromatic dash founds white-face telemetry above
Bluetooth-capable RetroSound audio and components for Vintage Air
conditioning. The driver enjoys the car's power through a short
Hurst shifter and a reproduction Rally Wheel. And the passenger's
stow essentials in a fully carpeted trunk.
When it comes to muscle cars, it's hard to go wrong with ANY
classic that's named Chevelle. But how many chances do you get to
purchase a Chevelle that's freshly-built, wisely modded AND
genuinely unique? This cool coupe is your 525 horsepower chance to
stand out in the crowd of Chevrolet royalty. Call, click or visit
www.RKMotors.com for more information!
HIGHLIGHTS
The beneficiary of a 2-year, body-off restoration
Chevrolet Performance LS376/525 crate engine / 525 horsepower
Tremec T56 6-speed manual transmission / McLeod hydraulic
clutch
Ford 9-inch rear axle / 3.50 gears
Modern air conditioning
Power steering
The Right Stuff Detailing 4-wheel power disc brakes
Substantially upgraded suspension
18 and 20-inch Ridler 645 wheels
Restoration photos
Restoration receipts
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
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