Numbers Matching | L79 327V8 | 4 Speed Manual | 1 of 2 listed in
the L79 Registry
This 1965 Chevrolet El Camino is powered by a Number Matching L79
327ci V8 linked with a four-speed manual transmission sending power
through the 12 bolt Posi-Traction rear differential. This Ultra
Rare L79 El Camino is 1 of 2 listed in the L79 registry and has
undergone a complete Nut and bolt frame-off restoration! Finished
in (JJJ) Cypress Green over Fawn upholstery, it has paint matched
15? wheels, power steering, and a retro-sounds stereo. The body off
restoration took place in 2011/2014 and a complete binder and flash
drive highlight the ownership history, finding the vehicle as well
as a complete restoration! Fresh out of Charleston South Carolina,
serviced, and ready to be enjoyed!
Interior:
The dashboard bezel houses a 120-mph speedometer and a combination
gauge as well as a retro-look push-button stereo, and a Knee
Knocker tachometer is installed on the left side. The five-digit
odometer shows 40k miles. The bench seat is trimmed with Fawn
upholstery, and the cabin has a color-coordinated headliner,
steering wheel, dashboard, door panels, and carpets. The seats a
plush and comfy bench with a spare tire mounted behind the
passenger.
Exterior:
The restoration took place from 2011-14, the body was removed from
the frame, stripped, and refinished in Cypress Green (J), at which
time replacement glass, seals, and chrome components were fitted. A
complete overhaul of the drivetrain took place as well! A 3""
binder highlights receipts and photos of the restoration process.
This El Caminos paint job is absolutely stunning, and yes this one
drives just as good as it looks!
Key Details/Stamping Info:
The VIN is consistent with an El Camino built with a V8 in Fremont,
California, in 1965. There were 5,935 total US 13480 El Camino's
built, So statistically speaking, a reasonable ESTIMATE would be
that 128 US 13480 L79 El Caminos were built. If you interested in
seeing more information please reach out to our sales team today at
248-714-2110 or email us at
[email protected]
Decoding the Fisher body tag reveals the following information:
• 4C - Built in the third week of April
• Style 65-13480 - 1965 300 Deluxe Series El Camino
• Body BF 1173 - Fremont body assembly, Fisher Body unit number
• Trim 767-F - Light Fawn pattern imitation leather (bench seat),
Fawn interior trim
• Paint JJJ - Cypress Green upper/lower & wheel paint
Stampings Decoded:
• Rear axle stamp is CF0331BE
o - CF = 3.31:1 ratio with posi
- 0331 = March 31 [1965] assembly date (it's just a funny
coincidence that the gear ratio and the assembly date match!). Good
match with the pumpkin casting date of C185 (March 18. 1965).
- BE = Buffalo axle plant, Eaton posi unit.
• Transmission:
o Wide stamp pad area - 1325 case
o The casting date on the side cover matches up with the car, so it
is possible (although unprovable) that everything but the main case
is original to the car.
• Engine:
o C315 = March 31 1965
o Casting # - 3782870
o STARTER - 5C15 is 1965, March 15
o ALTERNATOR - 5D2 (1965, April 2) 1100693 is correct 37 amp unit
for 1965
o DISTRIBUTOR - 1111071 is correct for L79 and date 5C8 is 1965,
March 8
o CARBURETOR - 3863150DG is correct for L79 and date of 541 is
consistent with 1965, April, 1st week
