Vehicle Description
This authentic matching-numbers 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS L34
convertible is a great example of a limited-production American
muscle car. It was certified by Chevelle expert Chris White of
Concours Concepts on April 12, 2024, and the full report is
included. From the information gathered, the total number of 1970
Chevelle SS 396 convertibles with the RPO L34 engine was
approximately 1,100, which make it a very limited model. This
example was produced on the fourth week of April 1970 at the
Baltimore, MD, factory. This example retains its original Build
Sheet, original VIN tag, original Trim Tag, original exterior
color, original interior color, original engine, original
transmission, original rear end, original owner's manual, original
dealership car papers folder and key chain. As documented, it was
originally sold to Thomas R. Darragh, who lived in Baldwin Place,
NY. The selling dealership was Fisher Bros. Chevrolet in Mahopac,
NY. In the 1990s the car received a new paint job in its original
color and a new convertible top. During that timeframe it also
received a new windshield and door glass. The car remained in New
York until it was purchased in 2019 by its last caretaker, who
lives in Chester, NJ. The car was in very original condition. Over
the last five years the last caretaker restored the interior and
engine compartment and replaced miscellaneous parts throughout. The
exterior of this Chevelle is striking with its iconic body style
and gorgeous color combination. From the information gathered, it
retains all its original sheet metal. It was refinished in its
original exterior color of Fathom Blue with white stripes. The
paint was recently detailed by to a show-quality finish. The white
convertible power top fits very nicely. Everything on the exterior
has been restored or replaced. The car sits on 14-inch Super Sport
wheels wrapped in Firestone Wide Oval 70-14 tires. The interior of
this Chevelle is also striking and complements the exterior
perfectly. It was refinished by the previous caretaker in its
original and seldom-seen color of Metallic Medium Blue. The front
and rear bench seats were reupholstered with replacement springs
and padding. Everything in the interior was restored or replaced.
The lightly restored trunk compartment is home to the correct-style
trunk mat, spare and jack tools. The engine compartment is highly
show-quality throughout. The previous caretaker completely restored
the engine compartment; everything was restored or replaced,
including a new wiring harness. The car is powered by its original
matching-numbers L34 396/350hp V8 engine, which runs excellent.
From the information gathered, the engine was never rebuilt. During
the restoration, the engine was refreshed with new paint, external
parts, seals and gaskets. It's equipped with correct original
components, including the carburetor, distributor, alternator,
radiator and all engine braces, bracketry and pulleys. The engine
is coupled to the original matching-numbers Muncie M20 wide-ratio
4-speed manual transmission. The previous caretaker added a new
clutch, pressure plate and throw-out bearing. The power is
transferred to the recently rebuilt original matching posi-traction
rear end with 3.31 gears. The undercarriage is nicely detailed
throughout. The original floors were undercoated when the car was
new. From the information gathered, the body has never been off the
frame. This car is equipped with the F41 suspension package and
power steering. The previous caretaker restored the suspension and
power braking system. Everything underneath has been restored or
replaced. This vehicle has been completely serviced and detailed,
which is documented with an invoice that's included. 47,000 miles
(title reads exempt). From the MS CLASSIC CARS Collection. **
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