Vehicle Description
America has witnessed significant events that have elevated certain
cars to pop-culture iconic status. Often it's a movie or TV show
such as Fast & Furious, Smokey and the Bandit, Starsky and Hutch,
Bullit, Vanishing Point, or The Love Bug. In recent years, the car
culture itself has produced such events with major auctions. At one
such auction, a Chevrolet Chevelle SS454 Convertible sold for more
than 1.1 Million dollars. An SS454 convertible was already a very
desirable muscle car, but after this type of news hits, the
awareness and collectibility of the car gets a shot of adrenaline.
This 1971 Chevelle SS Convertible has that great body shape and of
course the big block 454. It also rocks the SS stripes. But it
stands on its own merit just by virtue of its long list of very
impressive quality features. It's been updated and upgraded to go
toe to toe with any car, SS454 or otherwise. The engine features
aluminum GM Performance heads, and inhales through a cowl induction
hood, to a big 750 Holley and Edelbrock intake. The motor's healthy
appetite is fed with an electric fuel pump, and Hooker Headers
rapidly scavenge the gases from the cylinders to make room for more
fuel. A powerful big block makes heat, so a big aluminum radiator
and twin electric fans do the job up front. The result is instant
response and a beefy get-out-of-my-way sound. The four-speed
automatic transmission is ably controlled by a B&M racing style
shifter. It's a ratchet unit with reverse lockout, but it also
looks killer in the center console. The interior is simply
top-notch. The two-tone taupe and tan leather upholstery would look
right at home in a high-end exotic, but the primary benefit is that
it's supremely comfortable. It's the kind of thing that just feels
right instantly when you get in. It pampers you with air
conditioning, tilt wheel, power windows, power locks, and a sound
system with components from JL Audio, Focal, and Pioneer and almost
as much power as the 454. Dakota Digital analog gauges look
fantastic and are very accurate. But the driving pleasure is more
than luxury. Sure, there's plenty of power, but the chassis is
reinforced to keep things under control. It sports a Hotchkis rear
suspension and Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes - and traction control!
All this and it's a convertible too! The top is a beautifully
crafted cloth piece with a glass rear window. And there's a
matching parade boot as well. Well, another standard phrase in the
car culture is "too much to list." We've tried, but you really have
to see this awesome automobile for yourself to take it all in. Or
give us a call to find out more!
*DISCLAIMER: MAXmotive specializes in collectible classic and
custom vehicles. We have more than 200 vehicles in our collection
and have sold dozens nationwide and even overseas. We recommend
that all buyers who are unable to view a vehicle in person have a
pre-purchase inspection done prior to purchase. Inspections can be
performed by an independent party selected by the buyer. Due to the
age and uniqueness of these special vehicles, it is difficult to
cover all aspects and characteristics of each vehicle's condition
within the limited space available. Thus, pre-purchase inspections
are helpful to all parties involved. The information provided for
this vehicle is presented to the best of our knowledge, and is
deemed reliable. But MAXmotive does not warrant or guarantee this
information as a basis for purchase. It is the responsibility of
the buyer to make a thorough inspection to determine the
suitability of the vehicle prior to purchase.
