Vehicle Description
Chevrolet's first generation Chevelle is a timeless design that, no
matter how it's built, always remains fresh and alluring. Stock,
modified, race, pro-touring, whatever: the clean lines and balanced
stance on these tough muscle machines mix classic swagger with a
modernist look that serves as the perfect platform for a variety of
modifications. And best of all, the Chevelle line's universal
appeal and high production numbers mean it has one of the largest
aftermarket support networks in the entire collector car hobby.
Born from that awesome combination of appeal and support, this
killer pro-touring convertible is so far over the top it's actually
down the other side, and on fire from a high rate of speed! A true
SS396 body that's been converted into one of the sickest rides
around via a completely custom chassis and a GM Performance Parts
Ram Jet 502, this red-hot Chevrolet drop-top is a killer magazine
centerfold that's just waiting to be discovered. If you're shopping
for a fully-sorted cruiser that puts a 21st century spin on an old
school favorite, you're looking at your next car!
RED HOT
During a professional nut-and-bolt rotisserie restoration, this
solid Chevelle Super Sport was entirely disassembled and completely
striped of its dull original paint. After a bit of hard work, the
car's clean body presented itself as an excellent foundation for a
slick coat of modern urethane. And finally, starting with a freshly
restored convertible, the crew at Virginia's Paradise Road Speed
and Custom was contracted to turn an already desirable classic into
a ground pounding showstopper! The problem was, after a fine tooth
inspection, Paradise decided the car's rebuild wasn't up to snuff
for a vision as grand as theirs. So, they decided to soda-blast its
body, throw away its dated frame, and nix its antiquated drivetrain
in what amounted to a build that started from scratch. When the
dust finally settled, more than $120K was spent on turning a
well-restored bowtie into a first-rate bad boy. And the end result
is a fantastic looking hot rod that oozes cool even when it's
sitting still!
Unlike most pro-touring builds this Chevelle wasn't entirely
stripped of stainless, ornamentation and trim. But the baubles and
bolt-ons were definitely kept to a minimum in order to showcase the
body's awesome 'coke bottle' profile and intimidating street
presence. Up front, a stainless, body-width grille centers a bright
"SS 502" emblem between four clear headlights and a show-worthy
bumper that's complete with small parking lamps. At the top of the
car, a custom, steel hood props traditional chrome louvers in front
of clean windshield that's cleared by bright wipers, framed by
bright trim and capped by a bright white top. At the sides of the
car, correct Super Sport rocker guards parallel traditional door
handles, a chrome bowtie mirror, traditional "Super Sport" quarter
scripts and 502-branded cross-flags. And out back, a familiar black
valence centers a bright "SS" emblem between stylish taillights and
a second show-worthy bumper that's been modified to accommodate
large, rolled exhaust tips.
RAM JET
It might not be immediately apparent why this Chevelle wears a
custom hood until you check its body-matched engine bay. Pop the
latch and fling some steel and you'll find 502 cubic inches of GM
Performance Parts Ram Jet V8 that produces a massive 502 horsepower
and an explosive 565 lb./ft. of torque. What's better: more than
500 lb./ft. of that torque is available as low as 2,500 RPM! Can
you say stump puller? Amazing throttle response mixes with modern
drivability thanks to a computer-controlled ram jet intake that's
eats through a reusable air filter, drinks through an Aeromotive
pressure regulator, and communicates through an Auto Gage pressure
gauge. Beneath that intake, a cross-drilled and externally balanced
steel nitride crank combines with forged pistons and forged,
shot-peened and magnafluxed connecting rods to create stout 9.6 to
1 compression. And between those forged internals, a Bob Cook
billet cam works great with GM's computer controlled speed density
system. The engine's aluminum, oval-port heads hang argent
Chevrolet valve covers over coated Hooker Competition headers. At
the back of those tubes, an aftermarket points distributor sends
spark through proven MSD Super Conductor plug wires. In front of
those wires, attractive March pulleys spin a chrome Engine Works
alternator above a polished Edelbrock water pump and a polished
Saginaw steering pump. And a heavy duty aluminum radiator, fitted
with a polished overflow tank and two SPAL pusher fans, barely
breaks a sweat to keep things cool.
NOT STOCK
While you might think that monstrous engine is this Chevy's biggest
selling point, the best stuff can be found underneath its slick red
body! For starters, there's a high dollar Keisler Engineering
Tremec TKO500 5-speed. That transmission leads a rugged TA
Performance 12-bolt that's been powder-coated for both appearance
and durability. That rear end transfers power to a triangulated
4-link suspension that's complete with adjustable Strange
coil-overs. That clip pushes a double A-arm front-half that makes
great use of tubular control arms, Morrison spindles, Heim joint
end links and two more adjustable Strange coil-overs. Those
components support a powder-coated Art Morrison chassis, which is
guided by Flaming River power rack-and-pinion steering.
Power-assisted stops are provided by Wilwood 4-piston calipers.
Spent gases are ushered away by great sounding Flowmaster dual
chamber mufflers, which are woven into a network of ceramic-coated
pipes. All that top notch hardware rolls on billet Wheel Vintiques
Rallies, which spin 245/45/18 Ventus Sport radials in front of
275/40/20 Hankook Ventus ST radials. And every time you look for
this Chevelle's final finishing touch, you run into more and more
details like urethane mounts, urethane bushings, braided fluid
lines, Earl's fittings, Lokar parking brake hardware and a cool
Heidts power steering adjuster!
NOT SUBTLE
Like its exterior, this Super Sport's interior is a masterful blend
of old and new that features the comfort and convenience of modern
technology wrapped in classic Chevrolet design. White vinyl seats
and white vinyl side panels appear to be factory Chevelle attire.
An old school Chevelle console props a correct clock in front of a
familiar Hurst shifter. Fade-free carpet, is protected by
"Chevelle" branded mats. A custom red and silver dash looks
perfectly natural propping a full array of AutoMeter Pro-Comp
Ultra-Lite telemetry next to a modern Panasonic CD player. And in
front of the driver, a small-diameter Grant steering wheel laps a
tilting Flaming River column.
Sometimes the best cars are the ones that speak softly. No blower
sticking through the hood, no gaudy rims on a slammed chassis and
no wild graphics; just a clean, classy and well-constructed muscle
car that was purpose-built to look great and have the performance
to back it up. With its classic style, modern performance and
outstanding build quality, this topless Chevelle pro-tourer is an
absolute blast to drive and is instantly admired wherever it goes.
Don't miss this chance to own a powerful, well-sorted performance
machine that's as timeless today as it was 53 years ago!
HIGHLIGHTS
Six-figure Chevelle pro-tourer that's the product of a ground-up,
professional build.
Authentic Chevelle Super Sport
502 cubic inch GM Performance Parts Ram Jet V8 / 502 horsepower
Keisler Tremec TKO500 5-speed manual transmissio...for more
information please contact the seller.
