1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS for your consideration. This absolutely beautiful Chevelle is the recipient of a meticulous restoration that left virtually no part of the vehicle untouched. The selling owner purchased the vehicle from the second owner in a mostly disassembled state but with the numbers matching motor, transmission, and rear end. This example is powered by its original 396ci V8 motor that has been bored out 30 over. The crank was ground along with the connection rods and new pistons were installed. Additionally, the engine features a Comp cam, PRW roller rockers, and an Edelbrock Torker II aluminum intake. The motor is fed fuel through a Holley Sniper EFI system with a new gas tank and new fuel pump. Other features of the drivetrain set up is an XS high torque starter, MSD billeted electronic distributor, and the twin fan radiator by Engineered Cooling Products. American racing long tube headers with 3-inch stainless header back exhaust with x-pipe and stainless exhaust tips make for a wonderful sounding vehicle. Routing power to the rear wheels is the original M-20 Muncie transmission that received a full rebuild with the addition of a Hurst Competition shifter. The original driveshaft was replaced with a 3-inch aluminum shaft from Automotive Supply Company. The selling owner notes that the original 12-bolt main differential and axles were rebuilt and then powder coated. Needless to say, the motor is ready to rock and roll with everything being done to a very high quality standard.

Externally this Chevelle SS stands out from the rest. The body color was changed to the PPG color of Navy Pearl and the white stripes are finished in the PPG color of White Pearl Crystal White. The suspension system is by BMR and is a full level 2 performance package. Providing stopping power are Baer Track 4 brakes with Baer master and proportion valve. ARP fasteners were used throughout the build with custom machined washers. Moving to body work, the inner fenders were opened to display the new tubular suspension and sway bars. Heater and fan openings were shaved out of the firewall. Wheel openings were opened up in the front and rear by 1.5-inches and flares were constructed from sheet metal and welded into place. All of the side marker lamps were shaved to highlight the natural beauty of these Chevelle’s body lines. Additionally, the doors locks and handles were shaved and reach-in push button door openers were added to the rear of each door. Making for a more aggressive stance, the rockers and quarter panels were extended 2.75-inches lower and mounted using a blind bolts. The rear bumper was sectioned and gapped into the quarter panels. As for the front bumper, it was also sectioned and brought into the fenders as well as the license plate opening removed and infilled. All mounting bolts were replaced with studs for a cleaner appearance. Under the bumper is the front splitter that was slightly modified to fit this specific example. An awesome feature of this Chevelle is the “Shayvelle” badges which is what the selling owner dubbed this beautiful build. One final note about the exterior of this great build is that the vehicle rides on 18-inch Foose wheels wrapped in Nitto NT555 tires.