Vehicle Description
Few cars in history are as instantly recognizable as the wildly
unique and utilitarian El Camino. GM's original 'hybrid' combined
the best aspects of cars and trucks to create a vehicle unlike
almost anything else on the road. Taking that noticeability to
another level is this 1971 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454 Tribute.
Fully repainted in a deep red accented by twin full-length black
racing stripes, this car's hood pins holding down its cowl
induction hood along with its polished American Racing wheels
signal to onlookers that this is no ordinary cargo hauler.
Inside, we find a clean and stock-looking interior that features an
upgraded steering wheel and a set of aftermarket auxiliary gauges
situated under the dashboard just ahead of the staple-style
shifter. While the stock AM/FM stereo looks correct, there is a
modern AM/FM/CD/Aux head unit tucked away in the glove compartment
to allow more music choice while not interrupting the throw-back
vibe of this interior.
Under the hood is a massive 454 cubic-inch V-8 that Performance
Concepts of Forest Lake, Minnesota, rebuilt in 2009. The stock
heads remain but were outfitted with new valves, retainers,
springs, and guides. We don't have exact cam specs, but the healthy
lope indicates this engine was built with power in mind. A single
four-barrel Holley carburetor feeds the beast, while a set of long
tube headers and FlowMaster exhaust allow this motor to breathe
easily and aggressively. That power is routed through a GM Turbo
Hydra-Matic 700R4 four-speed automatic transmission before being
sent out to a 12-bolt rear. Staggered 245/45ZR-17 front and
255/50ZR-17 rear BFG G-Force T/A tires wrap those beautiful Torq
Thrust wheels to give this car the perfect stance from any
angle.
*Built 454 CID V8
*Rebuilt Heads
*Lopey Cam
*Holley Carb
*Long Tubes
*FlowMaster Exhaust
*6,175 Miles Since Built
*700R4 Four Speed Auto
*AR Torq Thrust Wheels
*Power Disc Brakes
*Power Steering
*Clean Vinyl Interior
*Aftermarket Steering Wheel
*Upgraded Head Unit
*Air Conditioning
This 1971 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454 Tribute isn't just about being
a boulevard bruiser. Power steering, power-assisted front disc
brakes, and fully functional air conditioning all allow cruising in
this car to be as comfortable as it is exhilarating. And with just
6,175 miles logged on this restomod since it was resurrected, there
is plenty of life left for one lucky new owner. Call today!
