Chevrolet debuted the El Camino for the 1959 model year, bringing a coupe utility vehicle to the marketplace in competition with the Ford Ranchero. After disastrous sales numbers in the 1960 model year, GM executives moved the El Camino to the back burner until it was resurrected for the 1964 model year. Chevy got it right that time, as the El Camino worked through several different configurations before it was discontinued at the end of the 1987 model year.
Choo Choo Customs was founded in 1975 in Chatanooga, TN and made a name for itself as one of the premier conversion van builders in the United States. The company took basic utilitarian vans and churned out luxurious vehicles with dazzling paint schemes and over-the-top interiors featuring plush seats, high-end stereo systems and later gaming consoles. Soon the company had extended their services to include shortbed pickups, crew cab duallies and Chevy’s Suburban.
At Chevrolet’s urging, Choo Choo began offering a customized version of the El Camino SS through Chevy dealers for the 1983 model year. While GM claims that about 5,000 El Caminos went through Choo Choo’s shop the true number was approximately half that number in total.
This 1987 Chevrolet El Camino SS Choo Choo edition is one of just 861 SS models built for the final year of production. The number of 1987 Choo Choo conversions is not documented conclusively. Power is derived from a 305 cubic inch V8 engine backed by a four speed automatic overdrive transmission. The full complement of power accessories—power steering, power brakes, power windows, power door locks, cruise control and air conditioning—are present. The grey cloth bucket seat interior also features consoles both on the floor and overhead. The black paint is presentable, showing signs that this vehicle has been driven and enjoyed by previous owners.
The overall condition of the car leads us to believe the just over 30,000 miles shown on the five digit odometer may be actual but this cannot be substantiated. In accordance with statutes governing licensed Missouri automobile dealers, this El Camino will be sold “mileage exempt” due to age.
Evergreen Digital Showroom offers this rare 1987 Chevrolet El Camino Choo Choo Custom for a price of $24,900 USD. Pre-purchase inspection is both welcomed and advised. We will make transportation arrangements for this vehicle at buyer’s request and expense or will work with the shipper of buyer’s choice. For additional information or to make an offer call sales manager Steve Russell at 417-532-8000.
NOTICE
Because of the number of vehicles we represent we cannot drive every vehicle for long distances. These vehicles have been part of static displays for long periods of time, in some cases for decades, and are subject to the flaws and imperfections consistent with that. While we do our best to disclose all issues we known about a vehicle in our advertising, these are old cars and something that has always worked in the past might not function properly today. Please check the requirements of your state regarding the licensing and registration of classic vehicles and make sure the vehicle you are looking at meets those if applicable. Unless otherwise noted, all vehicles represented by Evergreen Digital Showroom possess a clean (non-branded) title which will be provided the new buyer when purchase funds clear our financial institution. Virtually all our vehicles are sold as mileage exempt due to their age. We do not warranty any vehicle, nor any part of the vehicle including air conditioning systems, brake systems, electrical systems and gauges, fuel systems, accessories or powertrain components.
These are old vehicles and it is very common for them to require certain maintenance and upkeep for them to be operational. In many cases issues with leaks may develop when being driven after a long period of not being used. This is common, as classic cars at some point will leak fluids. For this reason, we do not encourage buyers to attempt driving their purchase home as we cannot guarantee functional reliability of these vehicles. We strongly encourage prospective buyers to be sure they are comfortable with these issues before purchasing a classic car.
Descriptions of vehicles represented by Evergreen Digital Showroom are intended to be informational in nature and do not in any way constitute any sort of warranty, expressed or implied. Again, these vehicles are presented “as-is, where-is” without guarantee or warranty. Vehicles manufactured prior to 1981 will likely not be included in the databases of companies such as CarFax and AutoCheck that provide vehicle history information to consumers. If you have specific questions regarding a vehicle we urge you to contact us at 417-532-8000.
