INTRODUCTION: Meticulous body off frame, nut & bolt restoration.
The epitome of a restomod- they did an incredible job preserving
the original charm and character of this highly sought after Bubble
Top while incorporating modern performance, reliability, and
comfort. The gorgeous colors inside and out, the legendary 409, and
the meticulous attention to detail make everything about this car
awesome! A pile of receipts and photos of the restoration document
the work done, although the car speaks for itself.
EXTERIOR: Phenomenal! First of all, it's a highly sought after
Bubble Top, one of Chevrolet's greatest designs. The body was
professionally restored by Street Rods Unlimited, and we have the
receipts and photos documenting the process. This car was stripped
to a bare body shell, mounted on a rotisserie, and meticulously
worked from every angle. It's an exceptionally solid car, and the
results are outstanding! Every square inch of the body is laser
straight. I couldn't find a pimple or dimple anywhere! It's smooth
as glass from the rockers to the roof. The beautiful Silver Poly
paint has perfectly even metallic flake, and the clear coat is
polished like glass. The Ermine White roof is finished to the same
high standard. It's the attention to detail that really sets this
car apart. Every piece of molding, including the grille and window
trim, was sent out to be professionally straightened and polished
like chrome. Anything chrome has a show quality finish, even the
window frames! It has dual Bowtie mirrors, and all the glass was
replaced with smoked glass, not tinted. The weatherstrips and seals
are new, and the windows roll up and down like a hot knife through
butter. It's rolling proud on a set of 18-inch US Mag wheels
wrapped in performance tires.
INTERIOR: Absolutely stunning! This pristine red interior was
completely gutted down to an empty shell and meticulously restored
with some impressive upgrades. A complete Painless wiring harness
and fuse panel were installed. The metal dash is painted a slick
gloss red and fitted with an awesome set of Dakota Digital HDX
gauges that glow bright white during the day and change to red when
the headlights are turned on. The Vintage Air climate controls look
original, but they're actually electric slides, and the A/C vents
are neatly installed under the dash. A retro Bluetooth stereo is
complemented by JL Audio 6x9 speakers, a 10-inch subwoofer, and an
amplifier. The restored steering wheel is mounted on a tilt column.
Down on the floor is fresh carpet with matching mats. The center
console looks like new, and what appears to be an original reverse
lockout shifter is actually a tight shifting Hurst. The seats have
been completely rebuilt with new cushions and upholstery, front and
back. New red Bowtie seat belts were installed throughout. The door
panels, armrests, and window cranks have all been replaced. Looking
up, there's a new original style headliner with embossed stars and
matching visors. I can't emphasize enough how spotless this
interior is! Every piece of chrome, right down to the screws,
sparkles. Everything looks fresh!
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: Completely rebuilt and meticulously detailed!
Although it may appear stock, there are some significant upgrades
hiding in plain sight. That's the legendary 409, making over 409
horsepower! It's dressed in traditional Chevy orange with stock
valve covers and decals, even the original style dual snorkel air
cleaner. Underneath is a factory aluminum intake fitted with modern
Holley Sniper EFI dual quad throttle bodies, giving it the
appearance of the original dual quads with the benefits of
electronic fuel injection. It also features a Holley HyperSpark
distributor and upgraded ignition system. The 409s came with a
distinctive slant top radiator, and this one retains that
appearance with a custom built, extra capacity Griffin radiator. It
even has the factory style fan shroud, giving the illusion of a
stock mechanical fan, while dual electric fans are cleverly
concealed behind it. The generator has been upgraded to an
alternator. Other upgrades include power steering, a dual reservoir
brake master cylinder for added safety, a modern electric wiper
motor, and Vintage Air conditioning. It has premium battery cables,
and the battery is properly secured. Every metal surface has been
meticulously prepped and painted. The attention to detail is
outstanding.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: Under the trunk lid and the jamb are painted
glossy silver. The weatherstrip and trunk mats have been replaced.
Inside is rock solid, clean metal with a nice spatter finish. The
upgraded JL Audio sound system is neatly installed in a custom
enclosure, featuring an amplifier flanked by two speaker
crossovers. The wiring is neatly routed, giving everything a clean,
professional appearance.
UNDERSIDE: The pictures say a thousand words! The body shell was
mounted on a rotisserie, blasted down to bare metal, and it's
obvious this car was has exceptionally clean original metal.
Everything was meticulously prepped and sprayed in red oxide
primer. The frame and chassis components were completely prepped
and painted semi gloss black for a beautiful, detailed appearance.
The steering and suspension were completely rebuilt, including an
upgraded 500-series steering box and in back tubular control arms,
and a Panhard bar. It was upgraded with front disc brakes, and the
entire brake system was replaced, including the lines and emergency
brake assembly. The entire fuel system was also replaced and
upgraded for the electronic fuel injection, including an in-tank
electric fuel pump. It has a great sounding dual exhaust system
that follows the X-frame very nicely. Looking up at the motor, it's
spotless Chevy orange. The rebuilt and detailed 4-speed
transmission with a Hurst shifter sends power back to the restored
rear end with 3.70 posi gears. The level of detail underneath is
just as impressive as the rest of this car!
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and our reputation. Every
vehicle goes through our service department where it is inspected,
test driven, and we address the essentials before offering it for
sale.
CONCLUSION: The more old cars you've looked at, the more you'll
appreciate this one! Seeing it in person, the attention to detail,
fit, finish, and functionality are extremely impressive. Everything
was so well thought out and beautifully executed. This car truly
defines what a well executed restomod should be!
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)
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Air conditioning
Dual quad fuel injection
Power steering
Power disc brakes
3.70 posi
HDX gauges
Bucket seats
Console
Retro stereo
Seatbelts
Tilt wheel
18" US Mags
