It is amazing how, when it comes to classic cars, two letters and
three numbers can instantly open up a floodgate of memories and a
rush of adrenaline. Fully repainted in this stunning royal blue,
complete with dual white side stripes, this 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle
SS 396 Tribute looks every bit the boulevard bruiser as it would
have half a century ago.
Inside, we find a nicely redone black vinyl interior. A center
console separates dual bucket seats, while a four-spoke
power-assisted wheel sits just ahead of a massive 8,000-rpm
column-mounted tachometer, and a trio of white-faced auxiliary
gauges are situated under the dash, displaying engine volts, water
temperature, and oil pressure. Power windows and air conditioning
add a bit of civility. At the same time, an AM/FM/CD player also
offers Bluetooth connectivity, but truth be told, as good as that
stereo is, that big Hurst T-bar shifter provides more entertainment
than speakers ever could.
Under that expansive cowl hood, we find a clean engine bay with a
big 396-cubic-inch V-8. A chrome air cleaner and matching valve
covers contrast the old-school primer-orange block and intake
manifold. Fed by a FItech TBI electronic fuel injection system,
this big block does away with spent gases through a set of long
tube headers and dual exhaust capped off with a pair of
sweet-sounding FlowMaster mufflers to give this Chevelle its muscle
car rumble. That power is routed through a tried-and-true Richmond
five-speed manual transmission before heading to the 12-bolt rear
end, which transfers those ponies to the pavement via a set of
15-inch SS wheels shod with BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires.
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Full Blue Repaint
• SS Badging
• White Side Stripes
• Cowl Hood
• 396 CID V8
• EFI
• Long Tubes
• FlowMaster Dual Exhaust
• Richmond Five Speed Manual
• Hurst Shifter
• 12 Bolt Rear
• Lowered Suspension
• Front Coilovers
• Power Brakes
• Front Disc Brakes
• Cragar SS Wheels
• Power Steering
• Redone Black Vinyl Interior
• Power Windows
• Bucket Seats
• Aux Gauges
• AC
• AM/FM/CD
• Bluetooth
This 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Tribute rides on a
factory-style suspension, features upgraded coilovers up front, and
has been lowered to not only increase handling prowess but also
give this muscle car an even more intimidating stance. Power brakes
feature front discs that are ready to scrub off speed without
drama, allowing you to simply enjoy cruising to anywhere-or
nowhere-at any time you want. If you are one of the many whose
heart begins beating just a little faster whenever you see the 'SS
396', then maybe it's time you are the one behind the wheel,
bringing alphanumeric joy to onlookers everywhere. But don't wait,
call today!
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