Vehicle Description
You already know that RK Motors Charlotte has a thing for
Chevrolet's most famous muscle car. From their long list of options
and stacks of documentation to their hundreds of cubic inches of
big block bliss, we've brought you some of the most mind-blowing,
potent and flat-out brutal Chevelles the market has ever seen! And
from incredible customs to rare classics, we continue to be your
number one source for anything that starts with the letters C, H, E
and V. After all, what's not to love about a classic that defines
the dominant era of Chevrolet ingenuity, showcases an unparalleled
era in American culture and represents the best era of Detroit's
manufacturing might? Absolutely nothing; and that's why this clean
drop-top, with its original 396, correct Muncie 4-speed and classy
red-on-black aesthetics, is the perfect piece for the muscle car
fan who enjoys hitting the road AND the show!
GRADE A APPEAL
The beneficiary of a professional, ground-up restoration that was
completed in mid-2009, this real-deal Super Sport wears clean and
solid metal under correct Regal Red 2-stage. Recognizing the car's
significance as a real-deal SS396, the restorers decided to keep
trim and ornamentation just as the General specified. Out front, a
black Super Sport grille centers a prominent "SS396" emblem between
a mirrored bumper, clear parking lamps and bright T3 headlights. At
the top of the car, a stainless-trimmed Super Sport Hood fronts
like-new glass, which is in caged polished wipers, polished frames
and correct Black vinyl. At the sides of that glass, correct
ornamentation and a bowtie-branded mirror frame traditional door
handles, dent-free wheel lips and correct Super Sport rocker
guards. And out back, a color-keyed, "CHEVELLE" branded valance
hangs 2-tone taillights and a second "SS396" emblem above a second
mirrored bumper.
SS396
Glance under this Chevy's hood and you'll find an original, 396
cubic inch L35 big block that's been fully rebuilt, completely
restored and thoroughly sorted! Branded with a familiar 3855961
casting number, a correct "EDH" suffix stamp and a matching 131966
partial VIN, this legendary engine utilizes hydraulic lifters, a
forged steel crank and closed-chamber, oval-port heads to turn
beefy 10.25 to 1 compression into an easy 325 horsepower. At the
top of the mill, a black and chrome, single-snorkel air cleaner
feeds oxygen to a reliable Holley 4-barrel that's centered behind a
tagged stainless fuel line. That air/fuel mixture travels into a
painted Holley intake, which rides between correct heads and
polished valve covers. At the bottom of those heads, fully restored
exhaust manifolds send spent gases into high performance, true-dual
pipes. At the back of those manifolds, a traditional points
distributor shoots spark through fresh Packard TV R Suppression
cables. And in front of those cables, a factory radiator swills
water through pliable GM hoses and correct tower clamps.
Aesthetically, the spotless big block is covered in a traditional
coat of Chevy Orange paint that contrasts very well to the car's
satin inner fenders and glossy red exterior. And everything, from
the big engine's bright decals and authentic Delco Moraine brake
booster to its correct alternator and new Delco battery topper, has
been professionally installed and completely detailed.
JUST RIGHT
What good would a killer big block be without a tough drivetrain
and solid suspension to back it up? Behind the car's thundering
396, a proven Muncie 4-speed, which wears a Muncie (P) assembled on
December (12) 1st (01) build stamp, sends power to a tough GM
12-bolt and correct 3.55 gears. That fully marked drivetrain is
held off the ground by a restored, tagged and marked chassis, which
features fresh shocks, modern power steering and rebuilt power drum
brakes. At the center of that chassis, aluminized exhaust pipes
gases from the aforementioned manifolds to aggressive Flowmaster
mufflers. At the corners of the car, painted steelies twist 7.75-14
Firestone Deluxe Champion redlines around simulated mag hubcaps.
And overall, the bottom of this awesome A-Body has been restored to
the same high standards as its solid exterior panels and clean
engine compartment.
AS IT WAS
Naturally, this Chevelle's thorough restoration included the
installation of a correct Black interior. Firm bench seats hang old
school Fisher lap belts above fresh floor mats, stainless-trimmed
foot pedals and a contoured shifter. A familiar Super Sport dash,
equipped with deluxe gauges, is augmented by a small tachometer. A
correct AM/FM radio is present and accounted for. And in front of
the driver, a classy Chevelle steering wheel laps a fixed
column.
PROVENANCE
It's pretty easy to confirm this handsome Chevelle's status as an
authentic SS396. Here's a look at the car's Super Sport-specific
VIN and Cowl Tag.
VIN: 138676BXXXXXX
- 1: Chevrolet Motor Division
- 38: SS396
- 67: 2-door convertible
- 6: 1966 model year
- B: Assembled in Baltimore, Maryland
- XXXXXX: Sequential production number
COWL TAG:
- 12C: Assembled during the third � week of December (12) 1965
- 760: Job number
- 66: 1966 model year
- 13867: Chevrolet (1) Chevelle SS396 (38) convertible (67)
- BAL: Manufactured in Baltimore, Maryland
- 953: Factory unit number
- 761: Black imitation leather interior
- R2: Regal Red paint� that's capped with a Black (2) convertible
top
- X: Factory gate code
- 1: Unknown
In summary, this top-notch Chevy represents 'muscle motoring' at
its very finest, combining a drop-top driving experience with
stunning design, a clean restoration and no-excuses performance.
Hit the backroads... Take it to a show... Put it in the
Independence Day parade... Whatever you elect to do with this cool
Chevelle, it's sure to be the centerpiece of traffic, the focal
point of your garage and, most importantly, the car you most look
forward to being seen in!
HIGHLIGHTS
Authentic Chevelle SS396 convertible that's benefitted from a
detailed, ground-up restoration
Listed in the National Chevelle SS396 Registry
Original 396 cubic inch L35 V8 / 325 horsepower
Correct Muncie 4-speed manual transmission
Correct 12-bolt rear axle / 3.55 gears
Power steering
4-wheel power drum brakes
Correct Regal Red paint / Correct Black top
Correct Black interior
Original Warranty Booklet
Restoration photos
Documentation for the car's listing in the National Chevelle SS396
Registry
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