Vehicle Description
6546 1979 Chevrolet El Camino
Malibu styling was once again tapped for the design of the fifth
generation of the El Camino, a model that was introduced in 1959
following the introduction of the Ford Ranchero two years earlier.
540 more El Caminos than Rancheros were sold in 1959, solidifying
Chevy's place as a contender in the battle of the sedan
pickups.
For consignment a 1979 Chevrolet El Camino with a numbers matching
transmission and some newer parts that, according to our consignor,
include gas tank, suspension components, engine accessories, and
interior bits. It also has a great two tone paint scheme that was
common on the fifth gen El Caminos.
Exterior
Two stage Camel Tan Metallic covers the majority of the panels and
is sandwiched by white rocker panels and the roof which flows back
to top the bed sides. The white is also employed on the face of the
car which presents in a horizontal profile with an eggcrate grille,
square headlights, and a chrome bumper with black rubber trim, and
it all looks to be in fine condition. The rear window is an
especially interesting feature as it curves into flying buttress
roof pillars and both the window and the roof line have polished
trim of their own. This curved glass coupled with a small rear
quarter window creates space in the interior and allows great
visibility of the bed and side walls. The rear bumper houses
horizontal tail lights split to the ends, a distinctive look that
leaves the tailgate and rear panels smooth. Color matched 14-inch
Rally wheels complete the cosmetic package, and a white pinstripe
adds some interest to the shoulder line. The bed has some dings,
but the paint is good, and it's great on the rest of the car where
a vertical band and some running paint are the only flaws.
Interior
Saddle brown embossed vinyl makes up the door panel and mirrors
many in the GM product line in this era and includes a carpeted
lower panel. There's some looseness to the plastic panel on the
passenger side but it's otherwise clean and intact. A saddle split
bench seat borrows the pattern of the door panel and Western flair
to this spirited vehicle and are in great shape. Our steering wheel
is wrapped in an aftermarket perforated cover and missing a trim
piece on the horn spoke, and shares the column with the shifter.
The injection molded dashboard houses a black plastic gauge pod
with essential information and a clock along with black faced idiot
lights appearing as panels when not activated. The center boxed
stack has climate controls and an AM/FM radio with added CD
function attached underneath. Newer gold carpet covers the floor
and the back wall and is in good condition as are the newer
headliner and visors.
Drivetrain
A consignor stated crate 350ci V8 presents cleanly under the hood
and includes an Edelbrock intake manifold and 4-barrel carburetor,
as well as an aluminum radiator and electric fan. Behind it, the
rebuilt numbers matching TH350 3-speed automatic transmission
sending power to the 10 bolt rear. Power disc brakes occupy the
front and power drums occupy the rear. A new steering box is
present.
Undercarriage
Clean and dry underneath with minimal surface rust and no leaking
fluids. The single exhaust flows into a stock style muffler and
then exits on the right side. Coil springs are up front and a 4
link with new coil springs are in the rear. No build up of grease
or road dirt is found and the consignor mentions the car has been
Ziebart coated.
Drive-Ability
A comfortable interior provides a feeling of roominess with the
split bench seat, and we can't stop admiring that unique back
window which has a bold trim piece underneath it. Meanwhile, the
350 cranks up and leads us on a short adventure on the test loop
where it ran well. Acceleration, braking, and handling are all
adequate for this '79. It's good clean fun in a nicely sorted El
Camino. We note the clock is not functioning, but all other
operations do. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these
functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot
guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your
purchase.
If you're a fan of the fifth gen El Camino, take a look at this
attractive ride. If you're not a fan, this one might convert you.
It's common and now retro interiorstake us right back to the late
70's and two tone paint is an absolute eye catcher. Mosey on over
to Classic Auto Mall for a closer look!
1W80J9D522062
1-Chevrolet
W-El Camino
80-2 Door Sedan Pickup
J-267ci V8 2bbl 125hp
9-1979
D-Doraville, GA Assy Plant
522062-Sequential Unit Number
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