INTRODUCTION: Get in, drop the top, and turn some heads! This
Chevelle is wearing its desirable factory colors, plus it's been
lovingly restored and is begging to be driven. The only thing you
have to do is enjoy it!
EXTERIOR: According to the tag, it was born LeMans Blue. It was
neatly repainted and has a slick, shiny finish. Looking down the
sides of the body, you'll see smooth contours and crisp lines. The
SS side stripes add the perfect pop and complement the white vinyl
power convertible top. I really like the SS hood with its dual
bulges. The car is also equipped with dual side-view mirrors. The
bumpers were rechromed, and the remaining trim has a lustrous
shine. The blacked-out front grille with SS 396 badging looks to be
in great shape. In back, it has the blacked-out tail panel, and the
trim was replaced. It also has the correct cowbell-style polished
exhaust tips. The ensemble is rolling on a sweet set of 14-inch SS
wheels wrapped in excellent BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires.
INTERIOR: Striking! The Parchment-colored interior has a pearl
iridescent sheen that is very attractive. The front bucket seats
have been reupholstered, and the rear bench is done in matching
vinyl. It has seatbelts front and back. The door panels and
armrests were also replaced. A new center console features custom
lighted cup holders with a chrome 4-speed shifter sitting front and
center. A practical triple gauge cluster was added to monitor the
vitals. It was also upgraded with a Retrosound Bluetooth stereo,
four Kicker speakers, and an amp. The gauges and instrument panel
appear to be original. It has a tilt column and an aftermarket
woodgrain steering wheel. The original dash pad is still in place
and has a couple of small splits. The carpeting was replaced, and
the interior lights are working.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: The 396 big block runs strong and sounds tough!
It appears stock, but that's an aluminum intake painted orange,
along with a hotter cam and HEI ignition. It is nicely dressed with
a new chrome air cleaner and valve covers. It has a freshly rebuilt
4-barrel carburetor and is also equipped with power steering and
power brakes. The squirters and horns are both hooked up. Upgraded
with a large aluminum radiator, it also has a heavy-duty 7-blade
clutch fan keeping everything cool. All the hoses and belts were
replaced. The original cowl tag is in place. The fender wells and
firewall were neatly painted black.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: The underside of the trunk lid and jamb are
nicely painted body color. It is furnished with reproduction jack
stickers, and the weatherstrip was replaced. There is also a
full-size spare tire, vinyl cover, and trunk mat. Under the mat is
all solid metal finished with spatter paint. The convertible top
motor was replaced.
UNDERSIDE: The body was off the frame during restoration. It has
the F41 suspension, which includes sway bars and boxed rear control
arms. The suspension and steering were rebuilt, in front is
upgraded with coilover adjustable gas shocks. The brakes were
rebuilt and have discs in front. The lines, hoses, and e-brake
cables were replaced. It has neatly installed dual exhaust with
Flowmaster mufflers and the correct chrome tips. The fuel system
was replaced, including the tank. Looking up at the motor, it is
fresh Chevy Orange with a fresh fuel pump and starter. The M21
Muncie 4-speed manual transmission was just rebuilt and the shift
linkage looks fresh. In back is a 12-bolt rear end with new 3.55
posi gears. The floors look like really clean metal painted gloss
black.
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and our reputation. Therefore,
we built a $2 million, 10,000-square-foot service center and hired
a team of technicians to work in it. This is so we can sell you the
best cars within reason.
CONCLUSION: There aren't many things better than a drop-top
Chevelle with a big block! It's truly an iconic image of American
muscle car history!
Vehicles are displayed in a museum setting. Admission applies
without an appointment and is refunded with purchase, including a
one-year museum membership.
815-385-3644 (9-5 Central)
[email protected] - Prompt responses
Power steering
Power disc brakes
3.73 posi
F-41 suspension
12 bolt rear end
Tilt custom wheel
Bucket seats
Seatbelts
Center console
Triple gauges
Retro stereo
Power top
SS stripes
SS wheels
Radial tires
Dual mirrors
