Vehicle Description
The mighty Chevelle is one of America's all-time automotive success
stories. It's a straight-forward, high performance muscle car
that's always enjoyed a cult following. That means it's pretty easy
to find vintage A-Bodies which have been modified, tweaked and
morphed into anything from killer custom trophy winners to busted
backyard travesties. But when it comes to how your classic Chevy
feels and how you feel driving it, nothing quite compares to the
way these cars rolled off USA-1's legendary assembly lines. After
all, GM's largest division didn't get that nickname, or its storied
reputation, by producing subpar iron. And when it comes to some of
the greatest muscle cars of all time, why fix what ain't broke? A
fully documented L78 big block car, this awesome Chevelle sport
coupe has been completely restored, fitted with a fully rebuilt
drivetrain, and decked in traditional Super Sport war paint.
Looking for some streetable Chevrolet muscle that wraps great
performance in outstanding looks, your Chevelle has arrived!
PUTTING THE "SUPER" IN SUPER SPORT
One can't help but smile when they look at a Chevelle this cool.
Assembled in Kansas City, Missouri, and delivered to R. L. Kilgore
Jr. via Young Motor Company in Lyons, Kansas, it's everything car
guys dream of from the first time they say "muscle car" to the day
they trade their high octane V8 for an electric rascal motor.
Decked in correct Cortez Silver basecoat and displaying a
traditional pair of black Super Sport stripes, this coupe is the
product of a professional, frame-off restoration that likely took
years to complete. Its body is a carefully orchestrated combination
of excellent panel gaps, doors that close better than new, and flat
surfaces that stretch from tip to tail. And presently, its
appearance is much better than any mass produced car from the '60s,
carrying a super clean shine on top of an impressive, high quality
restoration!
By 1969, Chevrolet's Chevelle had earned the tagline "America's
most popular mid-size". And GM, knowing not to mess with a good
thing, rang in the new model year with minimal aesthetic changes.
At the front of this coupe, a stainless-trimmed grille centers a
familiar "SS396" emblem between T3 headlights, clear parking lamps,
and a mirrored bumper. Behind that grille, an SS-exclusive hood
props finned louvers between a flashy Chevelle header script and
pristine greenhouse glass that's traced in straight stainless trim
and correct black vinyl. At the sides of that hood, traditional
door handles perfectly complement correct mirrors, dent-free wheel
trim and tasteful fender badging. And at the back of the car, a
satin valence centers a prominent "SS396" badge between clear
taillights, a second Chevelle script and a second mirrored bumper
that shades polished exhaust tips.
TURBO-JET BIG BLOCK
Lift this Chevy's double-dome hood and you'll find a correct L78
big block that wears a familiar 3955272 casting number and,
according to its "JD" suffix stamp, creates exactly 375 horsepower.
As it sits, this Chevelle was Chevrolet's flippant answer to GM's
400 cubic inch displacement cap on mid-size cars and, even though
its engine was officially marketed as a 396, everyone 'in the know'
was well aware of the mill's 402 cubic inch displacement. Oxygen
and fuel enter the combustion chambers through a polished and
decaled air cleaner, clean stainless fluid lines, and a reliable
Holley carburetor. Below that carb, a sea of brilliant Chevy Orange
covers the block from its correct Winters intake all the way to its
stamped steel oil pan. At the back of that intake, a correct points
distributor shoots spark through eight Packard TV R Suppression
cables. Below those wires, bright valve covers perfectly contrast
correct, professionally restored exhaust manifolds. And in front of
those covers, a heavy duty radiator fills GM branded hoses and
familiar tower clamps. Aesthetically, this road ready Chevelle's
glossy exterior paint is perfectly complemented by a smooth, Satin
Black engine bay. And high quality extraneous bits like a Delco
Moraine brake booster and a proven Powermaster alternator round out
excellent detailing.
BETTER CLASSIC DRIVING
Under this impressive A-Body you'll find a fully sorted chassis and
super solid floorpans that, like the car's clean exterior panels
and lust worthy engine, have been restored to very high standards.
At the center of those floors a rugged Muncie 4-speed sends power
to a rebuilt GM 12-bolt that spins a correct posi-traction
differential around pleasant 3.55 gears. That stellar drivetrain
rides a beefy F41 Sport Suspension, which has been thoughtfully
upgraded with bigger sway bars and modern coil-over-shocks. Turns
come courtesy of factory power steering. Stops are provided by
correct power front disc and rear drum brakes. Exhaust flows
through aluminized pipes to aggressive turbo mufflers. Power flows
to the pavement via authentic Super Sport wheels and retro F70-14
Goodyear Polyglas Custom Wide Tread tires. And, in keeping with the
396 up top, much attention has been paid to making sure everything
under this Chevelle is clean and 100% road ready!
TIRE-SHREDDING ATTIRE
Open this second-generation Chevelle's solid doors and you'll find
a correct Black interior that appears to have been completely
replaced during the car's extensive restoration. Centered in those
new components is a trio of fresh bench and bucket seats that are
fitted with high quality covers and bright stainless trim. Below
those seats, like-new carpet frames a traditional Hurst shifter
inside a factory-correct console. Fade-free side panels give the
cockpit much needed visual pop. In front of the driver, a
wood-rimmed Chevrolet Rally Wheel spins around a warp-free dash
that's complete with Super Sport-specific trim. Behind the
passengers, the car's fully restored trunk sandwiches a full-size
spare between a new mat and correct decklid decal.
At RK Motors Charlotte we retail some of the nicest classics in the
world, and this handsome Super Sport is the latest in a long line
of super cool Chevelles. In the market for a unique muscle car with
an unbeatable combination of style and performance? This Chevy is
your next classic!
HIGHLIGHTS
Authentic Chevelle Super Sport that's benefitted from a detailed,
ground-up restoration
Correct 396 cubic inch Chevrolet V8 with a Winters intake and a
Holley 4-barrel carburetor
Muncie 4-speed manual transmission
12-bolt rear axle with a posi-traction differential and 3.55
gears
Factory power steering
Factory power front disc and rear drum brakes
Upgraded F41 Sport Suspension
Correct Black coated fabric interior with a wood-rimmed steering
wheel
Modern audio
Correct Cortez Silver paint with Black Super Sport Stripes
Correct Black vinyl top
14-inch Super Sport Wheels
Two original Build Sheets
Factory paperwork
Original Protect-O-Plate
Historical registrations
Maintenance receipts
Pictures of the car's completed restoration
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world
