Vehicle Description
1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
The Chevy Chevelle is a vehicle we hold near and dear to our
hearts. It's an iconic muscle car that led the pack during its
time. If you love the Chevelle as much as we do, you'll probably be
interested in these fun Chevelle facts: 1. The Chevelle was built
in 10 different plants in two countries during its 10 year run. 2.
Surprisingly, the Chevelle shared a platform with both the Monte
Carlo and the El Camino. 3. There was a version of the Chevelle
only available in Canada that had a slightly different grille and
trim. It was called the Pontiac Beaumont. 4. The Chevelle was the
intended successor of the Tri-Five but ended up carving out its own
place in Chevy history.
For consignment, a 1969 version of the Chevrolet Chevelle SS with a
documented warranty replacement 396ci V8 done in August of 1972, a
date correct Muncie 4-speed with a Hurst shifter, a correct 12-bolt
rear with 3.55 gears and Positraction, the original interior,
original order invoice, repair paperwork for the warranty engine
replacement, documented 32,580 original miles and a mostly original
paint job have it all looking great here at Classic Auto Mall.
Exterior
Dusk Blue paint in consignor stated mostly original with only 2
spot ins, the exterior panels remain straight with decently minded
gaps. Some scratches throughout, a few dents and dings and overall
patina is present as we scan the exterior. We do note a repair at
the bottom of the passenger's fender with body filler being
evident. A sporty white stripe runs lengthwise down the sides up
the car giving nice contrast to the sea of Dusk Blue. An
aggressively angled front grille has dual headlights that flank a
mostly black egg crate grille with a pristine SS badge in the
middle. A dual bumped hood leads its way back to the original
windshield that has been professionally labeled to show all of the
cars finer points. Bumpers are all clean and shiny, and 14-inch
Magnum 500 style wheels are all around wrapped in raised white
letter radials.
Interior
A gander at the trim tag shows that this car was born with a black
vinyl bucket seat interior. It is very nicely preserved and
original with clean and straight padded door panels in black and
buckets also that retain their good padding and nice shine. A good
looking center console races between the buckets, has a storage
compartment, and houses the factory original chrome Hurst shifter.
Looking at the dash we see all original equipment nice and clean
and in very good condition. The same can be said for the steering
wheel and the radio AM/FM that still works! Black carpet floods the
floors, and a nice tight black headliner hangs above. It's 1969 all
over again in here!
Drivetrain
Lifting open the long hood we are met with what could be best
described as automotive jewelry with a bright orange colored block
and intake manifold, and some chrome valve covers and air cleaner.
This is a warranty replacement with a correct CE stamping code
396ci V8 that was replaced in 1972 when the car had a mere 28,502
miles clocked on the odometer. A 1972 vintage Rochester 4-barrel
Quadrajet carburetor feeds fossils to the mill to burn and turn a
date-correct Muncie M21 4-speed manual transmission, and a 12-bolt
rear stamped KJ sporting 3.55 Positraction gears puts power to the
ground. We do note that the casting date on the rear axle housing
is missing the casting month but the part number and stamping date
are correct for this build.
Undercarriage
Underneath is looking all good with black paint and minor surface
rust on the frame and floor pans. Some suspension components and
the rear axle appear to have a fresh coat of paint giving the
undercarriage some "wow" factor. Power front disc and rear drum
brakes are noted as is power steering. Newer dual exhaust snakes it
way rearward and has stock replacement style mufflers attached
before exiting at the rear of the car.
Drive-Ability
A turn of the key and we are all fired up. We shifted into 1st
gear, and we are off like a prom dress! This car runs great,
handles well, and has awesome acceleration. It is ergonomically
near perfect for my stature which some may call mildly portly, and
under 6 feet tall. A nice ride all in all and a definite throw back
in time due to the originality and low, low miles.
Probably the best year design wise for the Chevelle, they got it
right with the angled front and rear, nicely placed chrome trim,
and snazzy striping. The engine bay is just beautiful on this car
and it's not often to find a low mile documented big block Chevelle
SS. With mostly original paint, a documented replacement engine,
and a sales invoice it's hard to deny the parance (sic) that this
car carries. A classic right here at Classic Auto Mall.
VIN DECODE
136379B370415
1-Chevrolet
36-Malibu V8
37-2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
9-1969
B-Baltimore, MD Assy Plant
370415-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
ST 69 13637-1969 Malibu 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
BDY BAL234742-Baltimore Body #
TR 756-Black Coated Fabric Buckets
PNT 51-Dusk Blue
04A-1st Week April Build
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.
