HIGHLIGHTS: -Inline-six engine w/ 3-on-the-tree! -Project! Blank
canvas! -Runs & drives This 1964 Chevrolet El Camino is an
authentic, blank-canvas project car that offers the ultimate
opportunity for a full-scale restoration or a wild custom build.
While it technically runs and drives, this first-year,
second-generation classic utility coupe is firmly in the
""project"" category and is looking for a savior with a trailer and
a vision. It features a three-speed column-shifted manual
transmission and a complete, though weathered, interior. If you
have been searching for a complete, unmodified foundation to build
your dream restomod from the ground up without the guilt of cutting
up a pristine survivor, this 1964 El Camino is ready to be loaded
up and taken apart! BODY OVERVIEW: The sheet metal on this vintage
car-truck tells an honest story of time, weather, and a desperate
need for a grinder and a welder. Rust has claimed residency in a
variety of common areas, including the doors, around the rear
window, the hood, the door jambs, and the floor pans, among a few
other spots. On the bright side, the vehicle is largely complete,
meaning you won't have to spend months hunting down rare, missing
trim or major body panels. It represents a total restoration
project from the frame up, offering a structurally honest starting
point where what you see is exactly what you get. PAINT CONDITION
OVERVIEW: The exterior is currently wearing a less-than-glamorous
two-tone finish consisting of faded white paint and gray primer.
Neither the paint nor the primer is in what anyone would call good
condition, with plenty of scaling, weathering, surface rust, and
raw character on display. It is the definition of a ""blank
canvas"" finish, meaning you don't have to feel bad about sanding
it completely down to the bare metal. It is far from a show-winner
today, but it provides the perfect excuse to finally choose that
custom color scheme you have been dreaming about. INTERIOR
CONDITION OVERVIEW: Inside the cabin, the interior appears mostly
complete but it is heavily showing its age with a significant
amount of wear and tear. The factory bench seat, dashboard, and
door panels are all present and accounted for, though none of them
are in particularly good condition. The windshield is also cracked
and will need to be added to your glass replacement list. However,
having a complete interior layout means you have all the original
templates for a full upholstery overhaul, saving you from searching
the classifieds for missing brackets, handles, etc. MECHANICAL
OVERVIEW: Under the hood, the engine technically fires up and moves
the car under its own power, but it does so with a distinct smoke
screen and a steady tick/knock that signals a much-needed
retirement. Power is routed through a three-speed column-shifted
manual transmission that shifts okay but occasionally gets stuck
between gears (just to keep you on your toes!). The tires are old,
and while the car can move, we strictly advise against driving it
anywhere further than onto the back of a trailer or tow truck.
Consider the mechanical components as excellent cores for a total
rebuild or the perfect excuse for a modern engine swap! WHAT YOU'LL
LOVE ABOUT THIS CAR: You will love the fact that this El Camino is
a complete car, sparing you the nightmare of buying a disassembled
basket case where half the bolts and brackets are missing. The 1964
model year is highly sought after for its classic lines, making it
an incredible candidate for an LS swap, an aggressive pro-touring
suspension setup, or a faithful factory-correct restoration. It is
a guilt-free project that allows you to be the master of its
destiny, turning a neglected relic into a certified head-turner.
WHAT YOU MIGHT HATE ABOUT THIS CAR: If you were hoping to drive
this car home or enjoy a casual weekend cruise right after handing
over the cash, you will absolutely hate the reality of its current
condition. The smoking engine, the sticking shifter, and the
extensive rust in the floor pans and body panels mean your first
few months of ownership will be spent under a welding mask and
covered in grease rather than cruising down Main Street. This is a
labor of love that will demand your time, patience, and garage
space before it gives anything back. DOES IT NEED ANYTHING? To put
it bluntly, this El Camino needs almost everything, making it a
true total restoration project. Before it safely touches a public
road, it requires a complete engine rebuild or replacement, a
transmission overhaul to fix the sticking shifter linkage,
extensive patch panels and rust repair, a brand new windshield, a
fresh set of tires, and a complete interior refresh. It is a
turn-key project in the sense that you can turn the key and watch
it run, but it requires a total bumper-to-bumper overhaul to become
a reliable driver. WHAT BUYER IS LOOKING FOR THIS CAR? This vehicle
is looking for the ambitious builder, the skilled welder, or the
passionate hot-rodder who views a rusty floor pan as a fun Saturday
afternoon challenge. It is perfect for the restomod enthusiast who
wants a complete 1964 donor body to drop onto a modern aftermarket
chassis, or the budget-conscious hobbyist looking for an
inexpensive, authentic entry point into a winter project. If you
have a trailer, a well-stocked toolbox, and the desire to resurrect
a classic American icon, this El Camino is waiting for your rescue!
Contact Rare Rides Company at 980-306-8100 or
[email protected]
for more information Rare Rides Company does not collect tax, tag
or title fees. Title Status: CLEAN DOES IT WORK? Air Conditioning
N/A Heater YES Speedometer YES Odometer YES Oil PSI Gauge/Light NO
Temperature Gauge/Light NO Fuel Gauge YES Tachometer YES Wipers YES
Windows YES Horn YES Radio YES Headlights YES Tail Lights YES Brake
Lights YES Reverse Lights YES Turn Signals YES Emergency Brake YES
4x4/AWD N/A Tire Condition: High tread, OLD Keys - Ignition YES,
Door YES, Trunk N/A Seatbelts Front: YES Rear: N/A Runs & Drives
YES
