Detailed ground up restoration! This Chevelle SS is a sweet ride; I
just did my inspection, and I'm impressed. It is detailed, laser
straight, and put together right in every area!
EXTERIOR: Sitting pretty! The Fathom Green paint was professionally
done under prior ownership. All the metal flake is nicely laid out
and the paint was applied with great detail. It's a rich, deep
color and the SS stripes enhance it really well. Looking down the
side of the body it is 100% laser straight with smooth contours and
crisp lines. The panels have all been painstakingly aligned with
gaps that are consistent and above average. The big heavy doors
close easily with minimal effort. The vinyl top was replaced and in
great shape. All the glass, rubber seals, and even fuzzy strips
were replaced. The bumpers were also replaced and all the chrome
has a lustrous shine. The headlight bezels appear to be original.
The front grill with SS 396 badging, dual bulge hood and blacked
out tail panel are all SS features. It's sitting on 14" rims with
SS center caps that are wrapped in BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires.
INTERIOR: Looks like everything has been replaced or refinished!
The seats have been recovered in front and back. The center console
with staple shifter looks original but in very good condition. The
door panels and dashpad were also replaced. It has additional
factory gauges and even has a working clock. There is a digital
retro stereo that fits in the factory hole. The carpeting was
replaced and the car also has new wiring. Extra speakers were added
to the kick panels and all the interior lights are working.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: Gorgeous with upgrades! It has a correct 396
big block topped off with a Holley double pumper carburetor and
Edelbrock intake manifold; a pair of long tube headers flanks the
sides. It's equipped with air conditioning, power steering, and
power brakes. The horns and squirters are hooked up. The underside
of the hood is painted slick just like the body and is complete
with insulation. The fender wells and firewall are painted their
correct satin black. The original cowl tag is in place.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: The underside of the trunk lid and jamb are
painted slick just like the body. The weatherstrip was replaced and
a reproduction jack sticker was added. Inside the trunk pan metal
is solid with a neatly applied spatter finish paint. It is also
equipped with a full-size spare tire with cover and jack assembly.
The trunk light is also working.
UNDERSIDE: All the steering components were replaced including a
new steering gearbox. F41 suspension with front and rear sway bars
plus boxed control arms etc. Fresh springs/shocks all the way
around. Front disc brakes and the e-brake is also hooked up with
new hardware too. Full dual exhaust system with long tube headers,
fresh pipes, fresh mufflers, and polished tips exiting under the
rear bumper. A new gas tank was installed. Looking up at the 396
engine it is painted chevy orange with a high torque starter. The
Turbo 400 automatic transmission looks recently serviced with a
fresh linkage and lines. It also has a 12 bolt rear end with a
finned aluminum cover. The floors appear to be solid and rust free
with a thin undercoating and fresh black paint. The frame was also
prepped and painted.
SERVICE: Our lead mechanic thoroughly inspected this car, and we
tightened a door handle, lubed the joints, replaced a fuse,
repaired the backup switch, replaced the starter, and tuned the
carburetor.
Pay attention to the details! Great looking car top to bottom.
Ready to cruise with your head held high. Here is proof you don't
need to spend over $100,000 for a cool car with a quality
restoration!
For nearly 30 years, I, Jay Grams, have personally written the
highlights for almost every car in our collection. What I provide
is my professional opinion based on my experience with these
vehicles. However, opinions can vary, and I strongly recommend a
personal inspection to form your own view. Our sales team is always
available to answer any questions you may have. One great option is
to request a personalized walk-around video, where we can showcase
the car and share our team's insights. **Our cars are displayed
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Air conditiong
Power steering
Power disc brakes
Factory gauges
Clock
Bucket seats
Center console
Deluxe wheel
Retro stereo
SS wheels
Dual mirrors
SS stripes
Vinyl top
