Vehicle Description
A 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 tribute is already a darn
attractive car, especially with its black-on-black appearance. But
when they take the time to enhance all aspects of it, you get a
coupe that's irresistible. So check the super-slick paint,
driver-focused interior, and performance-built big block that you
fully control with four-on-the-floor.
We always love the look of a modern black on a well-prepared muscle
car like this. 1971 is arguably one of the best years for Chevelles
with the single headlight setup and its long, streamlined rear
deck. It looks particularly nice on this example because the wide
form-fitting bumpers have a mirror-like shine that can attract
people from across a show field. Someone spent a lot of time and
money getting the big picture right to create the aggressive
package and this car looks downright menacing. The expensive
details are correct like the power dome cowl hood and expertly
applied dual white SS stripes that are part of the clearcoat finish
- that way the light rolls evenly between the dark black and the
bright stripes. It's a good-looking car but it was still meant to
be a driver. After all, this may look a bit like it's wearing
classic mag wheels and redline tires, but those modern REV 20-inch
alloys and Nitto NT555s are a package made for seriously enhanced
grip.
The exterior's upgraded sporting attitude was built into the
interior, too. You immediately notice it with the upgrade to modern
high-back racing bucket seats. These are finished in a comfortable
cloth, and the rear seat was upgraded to coordinate. There are even
provisions for air conditioning (it will need servicing to blow
cold again.) And while this all has the clean look of a good
classic - even the trunk is nicely done - you really know this is a
pure driver's car. The upgraded sports steering wheel, under-dash
auxiliary readouts, Hurst shifter, and prominently-mounted tach
with shift light get you ready for a muscle car experience.
The engine bay looks both clean and mean. We're told the 454
cubic-inch big block is a full performance build done about 3,000
miles and 4 years ago. It has been enhanced with aluminum heads, a
mild cam, an Edelbrock aluminum intake, and topped with a Holley
four-barrel carburetor. An aluminum radiator with dual electric
fans helps keep the full package running cool. Long tube headers
add power and rumble to the dual exhaust. The four-speed manual
transmission puts you in firm control as it feeds into a stout
Moser 9-inch rear. There are also Belltech shocks, power steering,
power brakes, front discs, and ZR-rated tires for a soft but
confident ride.
Dark, powerful, and fun, this Chevelle is a terrific big block
classic. Call today!!!
