Vehicle Description
1970 CHEVELLE SS 454 CONVERTIBLE for sale. Motorcar Classics is
proud to present this stunning and meticulously built and restored
1970 Chevelle SS454 (Clone) convertible featured in Cranberry Red
with red vinyl interior and black top. This awesome Chevelle SS is
powered by a 454 engine mated to a date-correct Muncie 4-speed M22
Rock Crusher manual transmission. The engine build specifications
are provided in the voluminous documentation included with the car.
A complete nut-and-bolt rotisserie restoration was performed on
this convertible and it has a new power top, power disc brakes and
power steering. The body is finished in cowl-tag correct Cranberry
Red with red interior and features a cowl induction hood and
factory hood pins. This Chevelle is equipped with original-style
clamps, hangers, pipes and exhaust tips, correct original-style
spiral shocks, 1-1/4 (F41) front sway bar and period correct front
and rear suspension. The interior features restored bucket seats,
restored original gauges, new wiring throughout, reverse lock-out
key busser and neutral switch. The trunk is complete with a new
spare tire and complete original jack assembly. This is an original
California-built Chevelle. An NCRS report provides the production
date, the dealer zone number and dealer GM code. The entire car and
all components were professionally restored 10 years ago with the
intention of creating a "Day 2" Chevelle SS LS5. Since the
restoration its been in a climate controlled garage and
approximately 500 miles have been added since 2008. There are over
40 pictures documenting the restoration as well as countless
receipts ranging from radio speaker restoration to the engine
rebuild. The original GM body and frame was taken down to bare
metal and there was/is no rust whatsoever on this car! All
components under the hood are authentic and period correct with the
exception of the intake/exhaust manifolds and carburetor. Recent
work includes a professional rebuild of the Holley Carburetor in
December 2018; a battery replacement in October of 2018; and new
period correct Radial wide Ovals were added in September of 2018
and have less than 20 miles of use. The convertible top is in great
condition and the OEM motor works flawlessly. The convertible top
has a glass rear window. The Chevelle has a power top which
functions perfect and raises and lowers the convertible top evenly.
The interior is spotless and presented in red bucket seats with
matching carpet. The dash is original and shows no stress or
cracks. All gauges and the original am/fm radio are working as
designed. The glass is original all around. 1970 Chevelles are
among the most popular American collectibles in the current market
and this is the nicest example we have seen. It is restored to the
highest standards and is a delight to drive. Red/red is very rare
and this handsome Chevelle will attract admiring looks everywhere.
