Celebrating our 65 year anniversary! This family owned and operated
business was established in 1960, making us the oldest classic car
dealership in America. Special thank you to all our customers for
entrusting us to park the car of your dreams in your driveway while
preserving automotive history for future generations to embrace and
enjoy.
-Grams family & Volo Museum staff
Here is a body off frame restored Chevelle as a COPO tribute. That
stands for Central Office Production Order, some people that knew
enough could special order a 427 even though the 396 was the
biggest motor offered. This is a faithful recreation from the
correct L72 427-425hp to the period correct Stewart Warner gauges
and even reproduction tires!
EXTERIOR: This body is laser straight and it's smooth from the
rockers to the roof. I don't see any damage or issues. Repainted
beautiful Cortez Silver, it's laid out evenly and has a glossy
clear coat finish. The black side stripes are painted on smooth to
the touch. It appears as if every piece of chrome and trim was
replaced. Up front the bumper, grille, lenses all look new. It has
the Chevy bow tie emblem, remember it's not an SS, and it even has
correct T3 headlamps. Down the sides of the car the marker lights,
wheel well and rain gutter moldings, correct antenna, door handles,
have all been replaced. The front and rear glass is new and so is
the stainless trim around them. In back the taillights, moldings
and bumper all look like new. They also replaced all the
weatherstrips. This car is sitting on a set of Polyglass
reproduction Goodyear tires and a pristine set of SS wheels.
INTERIOR: It is restored just like 1969! Down on the floor is fresh
carpet, reproduction mats, a complete set of GM seat belts and the
best part is the Muncie shifter sticking out of the hump. In front
of me is a beautifully restored dash. The dash pad, instrument
panel, lenses, knobs, heater controls, vents, and steering wheel
all look fantastic. It even has its original AM radio in place.
Like many COPOs back in the day, they opted to put in Stewart
Warner gauges under the dash. The seats are reupholstered, the
chrome trim has been replaced around them too. The door panels,
armrests, window cranks and handles have been replaced. Up above
the headliner and visors were replaced. It has a working dome
light, it's complete with shoulder belts and its original rear view
mirror.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: 427-425 motor built to L72 specs. It's a "512"
cast block, rectangular port heads, the matched GM aluminum Winters
intake, a Holley 780 dual feed carb and stock exhaust manifolds.
Inside is a roller cam and 11:1 compression. Correct chrome valve
covers and air cleaner top it off. All the components look stock:
The alternator, brackets, wiper motor, radiator, shroud etc. It
features power steering and brakes with a cadmium plated booster.
It's detailed with reproduction GM hoses and clamps, hood
insulation, dust shields over the suspension and the squirters are
hooked up. The metal surfaces are painted neatly.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: It is very clean and complete under the trunk
lid and the jamb are painted glossy like the car. It's complete
with reproduction decals new latch and weatherstrip. Inside is rock
solid metal neatly spatter painted with a reproduction mat. It also
has a spare and jack assembly to finish it out.
UNDERSIDE: The body was off the frame and it was restored to
factory condition. It has the F-41 sport suspension which includes
front and rear swaybars and boxed control arms in the back. All the
steering and suspension was redone. It has disc brakes in front,
the whole brake system was rebuilt. The lines were replaced and
e-brake assembly is hooked up. It has the optional high-performance
factory chambered exhaust complete with resonators in the tailpipes
and the correct chrome cowbell tips. The fuel system was also
completely replaced including the lines. Looking up at the motor
It's all clean Chevy orange with a factory style starter and fuel
pump. An M-21 close ratio manual 4-speed trans delivers power to
the 12 bolt rear end with 4.10 posi gears! The floors are solid and
it's detailed with assembly line markings.
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and reputation. Therefore, we
built a 2 million dollar, 10,000 square ft service center, and
hired a team of technicians to work it. This is so we can sell you
the best cars within reason.
This Chevelle underwent quality body off frame restoration in 2006
by renowned restore Larry Willett. It was carefully driven and
enjoyed just a few thousand miles before it ended up in a museum in
Branson in 2012 until 2021. It's serviced and detailed, it's your
turn to enjoy it!
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
within a museum setting. If you are interested in a specific
vehicle, please schedule an appointment with a salesperson to view
it. Without an appointment, there is an admission fee to enter the
showroom. If you decide to purchase a car, your admission will be
refunded, and you'll receive a one-year museum membership.
815 385 3644 9-5 central
[email protected] Answered ASAP
L-72 spec motor
12 bolt 4.10 posi rear
Power steering
Power disc brakes
F41 suspension
Chambered exhaust
SW gauges
Bucket seats
Reproduction mats
Side stripes
SS wheels
Reproduction tires
