Vehicle Description
This gorgeous 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle 454 4-speed custom
convertible is simply awesome. The 1970 Chevelle SS 454/450hp LS6
was the kingpin back in the day and the definition of an American
muscle car. Although this car wasn't born an LS6, it shares some of
the same characteristics and more. This car has been completely
restored to show-quality standards from top to bottom. As the VIN
number and trim tag indicate, this car was built on the first week
of February in Van Nuys, CA, as a 1970 Chevrolet Malibu V8 2-door
convertible. It left the factory with a Cranberry Red exterior,
black convertible top and a black interior with bucket seats. The
frame-off rotisserie restoration was completed in 2020 and it has
less than 400 miles since completion. During the restoration most
of the sheet metal was replaced new. The body is very straight, and
the panels align nicely. It's equipped with a functioning
cowl-induction hood that has hood pins. The hood, doors and trunk
lid close very nicely. The car was finished in its original color
of Cranberry Red, which is a very desirable and beautiful color.
The red paint is complemented by black racing stripes, which are
buried under the clear coat. The paint was recently treated to
Gtechniq Platinum ceramic coating, and the front glass, wheels and
interior were also treated. It's equipped with new power
convertible frame and top that operates very smoothly. All of the
glass was replaced with new lightly tinted glass, which is crystal
clear. Everything on the exterior has been replaced. The car sits
on new 14-inch SS-style wheels and BFGoodrich Radial T/A 245/60/14
tires. The black standard vinyl interior of this car is also
absolutely gorgeous. The interior was restored in its original
color of black, which looks extremely crisp because it's all new.
Everything in the interior was literally ordered out of a catalog
and added during the restoration. It has an aftermarket oil
pressure gauge on the dash and new black-carpeted floor mats with
the word "Chevelle" embroidered in red. Everything in the interior,
with the exception of the AM radio, is in working order. The trunk
compartment was completely restored. It has a factory-style trunk
mat, full spare with cover and a new set of jack tools. The engine
compartment is highly detailed throughout with all new parts. The
car is powered by a GM 454ci V8 engine with a 3963512 casting
number and aluminum cylinder heads. The GM factory LS6 engine had a
512 casting number. This engine has been rebuilt and has an
estimated 450hp. The engine was dressed in the factory-style
#3963569 intake, chrome valve covers and black air cleaner. A new
Holley Street Brawler 750 cfm carburetor provides reliability. It
also has an upgraded ignition system for quicker starting. This
engine has been tuned and runs excellent. The engine is cooled by
the correct-style radiator, which works great. The engine breathes
through Sanderson headers and a 2.5-inch Flowmaster dual exhaust
system that sounds mean. The engine is coupled to a Muncie M22 Rock
Crusher 4-speed manual transmission with a 3925661 casting number.
The M22 is the beefy 4-speed that GM offered. The transmission was
rebuilt and shifts very nicely through the gears with the Hurst
shifter. It's equipped with a new Ram HDX clutch for better
performance. The power is transferred through the 12-bolt
posi-traction rear end with new Eaton Truetrac center section and
3.42 gears. The undercarriage is also highly detailed throughout
with all new parts. It is nice enough to display with mirrors at a
car show. Everything has been restored or replaced, such as fuel
tank, fuel lines, power steering system, power braking system with
front disc brakes and suspension system with factory-style sway
bars. This vehicle has been recently serviced and detailed,
including Gtechniq Platinum ceramic coating, which is all
documented with an invoice that is included. From the MS CLASSIC
CARS Collection.
