Vehicle Description
*1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS396 Sport Coupe Tribute*The Chevrolet
Chevelle optioned with the SS396 package was one of the highest
performing cars built by General Motors in 1966 and remains
extremely sought after and valuable. Finding a great, real SS396
can be costly and difficult, but building a more "ordinary"
Chevelle into a tribute to this iconic package is also an appealing
option. That is what happened with this 1966 Chevelle - starting
its life as a Chevelle Malibu, the SS trim was added around the
vehicle, and the smaller-displacement V8 was swapped out in favor
of a 454 ci unit that puts the original SS396 engine to shame.This
1966 Chevelle Sport Coupe is finished in Regal Red over Black vinyl
interior and benefits from a complete restoration by a previous
owner in the 2010s. Originally Madeira Maroon, this car received a
high quality repaint in this eye-catching shade of bright red, at
which time, the SS-style badging was fitted around the vehicle,
along with the SS-specific hood vents. The only thing that gives
away the modifications on this car is the set of US Mags wheels,
which are 18-inches in diameter at the front and 20-inches at the
rear and sit in front of a set of 4-wheel disc brakes.The interior
is wrapped in black vinyl, with a pair of bucket seats in front,
and a bench at the rear. Slide into the driver's seat and you are
met by a thin-rimmed 2-spoke steering wheel, that frames a
horizontal 120-mph speedometer, and a Sun Super Tach is fitted on
the steering column. Otherwise, the interior appears very stock
with an original-style radio, and a transmission-tunnel mounted
analog clock that sits just in front of the shifter.When you pop
the hood, you are met with an engine that looks pretty original and
even has a 396 badge on the chrome air cleaner lid. But in reality,
this Chevelle has been fitted with an enormous 454ci V8 that is
rated for 375 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque. Fueling is
provided by a Holley 750 double-pumper carburetor that sits on an
aluminum intake, and Pertronix electronic ignition provides good
spark and keeps the car reliable. A set of headers have been
installed that run into a 3-inch stainless steel exhaust, giving
this car the muscle car sound everyone wants on a car like this.
The cooling system has also been improved thanks to a new expansion
tank and a pair of electric fans. This powerplant is connected to a
4-speed Muncie M22 "Rock Crusher" manual gearbox, which sends power
to the rear wheels via a 10-bolt rear axle. Under current
ownership, considerable sorting has been performed on this Chevelle
to make it both reliable and easier to use every day.If you are
looking for a muscle car to drive and enjoy, this Chevelle checks
pretty much all the boxes. Fantastic looks, a recent restoration
with subsequent mechanical sorting, and best of all, a massive V8
that produces big power and a thrilling noise every time you hit
the gas. And best of all, given this is a tribute car, you don't
have to be nearly so concerned about driving a piece of automotive
history, which should add to the enjoyment and give you many more
excuses to get out and drive.*Key Features* * SS396 Tribute Car *
Badges * Trim * Hood Vents * 454ci V8 * Holley 750 CFM Double
Pumper * Aluminum Intake * Pertronix Ignition * Auxiliary Electric
Cooling Fan * Headers * 3-in Stainless Exhaust * Muncie M22 "Rock
Crusher" 4-Speed Manual * Hurst Shifter * 10-Bolt Rear End *
4-Wheel Disc Brakes * US Mags Wheels * 18-in Front/20-in Rear *
Power Steering * Sun Super Tach - Tachometer * Bucket Seat
InteriorFor more information on this 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS396
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