Runs and drives good 350 sbc 350 trans has a couple blemishes around the body but is a solid driver or a good. Chevrolet chevelle great selection of classic, retro, drag and. This book is a true howto book to restore a 1970 chevelle. Gto, lemans, tempest, grand prix, bonneville, catalina. Numbers matching and fully documented 1970 ss 454 chevelle ls6. Author and historian dale mcintosh pairs with restoration expert rick nelson to provide this bible of authenticity on the legendary 1970, 1971, and 1972 chevelle models. While latemodel chevelles are best left forgotten like most vehicles produced in the midseventies, models like the 1970 chevelle ss 396 are bound to get any redblooded enthusiast weak at the knees. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Aug 25, 2017 please subscribe to our channel 1970 chevrolet chevelle ss restoration project chevelle ss.
High option car with factory 4 seasons air, disc brakes, power steering, power brakes, am radio, head rests and full documentation. After all, you get an ls6 big block power, fouronthefloor, and a great color combo. The 1970 chevelle was available in several trim levels including the base chevelle, chevelle malibu, chevelle concours estate, chevelle ss396, and new ss454. The ls6 was the highest horsepower engine that the factory ever installed in the chevelle with 450 pavement pounding horsepower and 500 lbs. Select a chevrolet year and model below to get started. Authentic numbers matching 1970 chevelle ss 396, 350hp, holley 4 bbl carburetor, cowl induction. Original daytona yellow ss l78 4speed original motor and tranny long gone, tach 6k redline, gages, tilt, manual steering, am radio, 12 bolt 3. This book will allow you to get the right parts and pieces to do the restoration job with chevrolet authenticity. Chevelle ss restoration guide motorbooks workshop herd, paul on. The 19701972 chevelles remain the most collectible of the model to this day. Other for chevrolet chevelle manuals and literature for sale ebay.
A clean restoration should make it easy to spot the. Collector car value report 1971 chevrolet chevelle 307200hp 8cyl2v at. On the date appraised, this 1970 chevrolet chevelle ss 454 2dr sport coupe represented an average to good example of a true american classic automobile. The 1970 chevelle is the most sought after year for chevelle enthusiasts. Team chevelle classifieds original daytona yellow paint. This is project with lots of work all ready done, this a factory air car, factory bucket seat w console, power windows, power steering, has. May also be a deteriorated restoration or a very poor amateur. The book then rolls into 7 chapters of car section by section discussion of key points to restoring a chevelle.
With the 454 cubic inch big block now available, the 1970 chevelle symbolizes the height of the muscle car era. Body styles, meanwhile, included sport coupe, fourdoor sedan and convertible. Chevelle restoration and authenticity guide 19701972 is the result of this effort. Chevelle restoration and authenticity guide 19701972 by rick. In total, 53,599 chevelle ss 396 and ss 454 models were built in 1970 arguably the most soughtafter year for the.
Feb 16, 2018 please subscribe to our channel 1970 chevrolet chevelle ss restoration project project built at. Due to its place in the canon of gm, much of the history of the chevelle is an open book. Page 49 photo of 1970 ss optioned malibu is captioned with, a total of 3,773 ss 454s were built for 1970. A look at the market for the 19701972 chevrolet chevelle ss m a r k e t r e v i e w.
It is well worth the price in the value of the information in it for any type of chevelle restoration. The new body now consisted of a fastback roof line, novent full door glass and this year saw the removal of the rear side quarter windows. Classics on autotrader has listings for new and used chevrolet chevelle classics for sale near you. How can you choose the right chevelle at the right price and not get burned in the process. Standard equipment included a threespeed manual gearbox, an. Understanding date variances on parts applicable to the build date of your chevelle is vital to a factorycorrect restoration, and including them in this book provides a depth of coverage on these cars. Chevelle restoration authenticity guide book chevrolet.
The quality of the meticulous restoration on this cortez silver beauty is outstanding. Chevrolet ss muscle car red book for camaro, chevelle. Restoring a 19701972 chevelle back to concours correct takes a certain amount of expertise. Pro street 1970 chevelle ss a real ss born gobi beige very healthy 496 with steel heads 850 double pumper on a victor more. Most of the 1969 innards camaro was transferred over to the all new, 1970 camaro. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. It will be a bodyoff restored car when completed at shop. Opgi carries thousands of classic gm restoration parts and accessories offered in 14 free catalogs. Obviously a non numbersmatching engine installation is the biggest valuebuster. The 19701972 chevelle ss is one of the most popular muscle cars in the market this book examines every component that is exclusive to an ssoptioned chevelle nearly 550 images. Get the best deals on 1970 chevrolet chevelle cars when you shop the largest online selection.
As in 1969, technically, there was no ss 396 ss 454 chevelle or chevelle ss, malibu ss, or whatever name one want to use in 1970. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 12 1970 chevelle models in sacramento. He obtained the secondhighest scoring ls6 chevelle in the country in 2002, and is regarded as one of the leading authorities on the 1970 chevelle. Call us with any questions 865 988 8088 here we have a 1970 chevrolet chevelle ss convertible for sale. Mar 18, 2017 after appearing on the cover of the november 2016 car craft, this 1970 chevrolet chevelle ss 396 barn find has been listed for sale here on ebay. Used 1970 chevrolet chevelle for sale in mobile, al. Low retail value this vehicle would be in mechanically functional condition, needing only minor reconditioning. Classic chevelle restoration parts chevelle parts catalog. Pay close attention, because this 1970 chevrolet chevelle ss convertible really has everything you want. Each configuration could be ordered with a six cylinder except ss or v8. Shop 1970 chevrolet chevelle vehicles for sale in mobile, al at cars. You could order a 70 malibu with a bigblock, bucket seats, a 12bolt. Find 1970 chevrolet chevelles for sale on oodle classifieds.
Chevelle restoration and authenticity guide 19701972 nelson, rick, mcintosh, dale on. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 1970 chevelle models in mobile. We have the protectoplate, one full build sheet and part of another, a book filled with receipts as thick as the bible, and restoration details that put it above factory new condition. Born at the lakewood plant in atlanta, georgia then delivered to the ande chevroletolds dealership in lawrenceburg, indiana. Author and historian dale mcintosh pairs with restoration expert rick nelson to provide this bible of. Used 1970 chevrolet chevelle for sale in sacramento, ca. Actual figure of rpo z15 454 option is 8,733 units. Books restoration literature restoration restoration books.
From there, and once it was consigned to the russo and steele sale, the car gathered more traction as chevelle enthusiasts all chimed in on the internet with all sorts of l78 stories and comments. The book is an easy to use how to guide for restoring your prized chevelle or basic malibu. Obviously, documentation and proper matching numbers are an important component to this car. Multiple car show winner and featured magazine car.
Chevelle restoration and authenticity guide 1970 1972. Chevelle ss restoration guide motorbooks workshop paperback march 15, 1992. You are viewing a 1970 chevelle 454 ls6 ss 2 door coupe factoryborn drivetrain. The hagerty classic car valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1970 chevrolet chevelle and assess the current state of the classic car market. This was back in the late 70s when they werent worth much as running used cars, so there werent really. A personalized autographed copy of my book, 1970 chevrolet chevelle ss. Trims for the 70 chevelle included the 300 deluxe and malibu. Bought it used so i got a great price on a very good and insightful book. Original color code 19 tuxedo black with white stripes. Chevelle restoration and authenticity guide 19701972. Nov 01, 2001 1970 chevy chevelle restoration good mark chevelle project carpart 1. The restyled 1970 chevelle offered the super sport as an option package for hardtops and convertibles. The head of media relations for american honda had invited a handful of editors from the buff book car magazines to japan for an early peek at the s2000, hondas new sports car.
This car was ordered from the factory by the original owner. It was apparently called the most amazing 1970 chevelle ss396 barn find ever according to the seller, and while im not too sure about that, the car is certainly interesting. Chevelle restoration authenticity guide manual book chevrolet mcintosh nelson fits. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 12. The two ss equipment packages offered in 1970 were still options.
The book is coauthored with rick nelson, owner of musclecar restoration and design, so you may be assured of getting some of the best information available on restoration pointers. Classic car auction group salt lake city classic car auction. Sam keller attends the 30th motor muster, a weekendlong festival celebrating vehicles produced from 19331978. With my third book finished, i was asked to do a fourth book. Real certified 1970 chevelle ss 396 l34 350 horsepower super sport with factory 4 gear. The book traces the history of the chevelle in 1964 and then brings you to the most popular years 19701972.
Mar 15, 2019 chevelle restoration and authenticity guide 1970 1972 nelson, rick, mcintosh, dale on. The book is coauthored with rick nelson, owner of musclecar restoration and design, so you may be assured of getting some of the best. Bought it used so i got a great price on a very good and. We arrived in the very early morning at hondas twin ring motegi motorsports. Have only done 2 car shows, both good size events, winning trophies at both. Details about chevelle restoration authenticity guide book chevrolet 19701972.
This chevelle is all original and is a great foundation for a stock or custom restoration with. Born at the lakewood plant in atlanta, georgia then delivered to the ande chevrolet. Chevrolet chevelle classics for sale classics on autotrader. This chevelle is all original and is a great foundation for a stock or custom restoration with its numbers matching ls5 454 engine. The 1970 model year added a second ss option, rpo z15 for the ss454. Chevelle restoration authenticity guide book chevrolet 1970. This is a fantastic example of the classic american muscle car. Highly desirablemodel with malibu ss package upgrade. My second car was a 1970 ss 396 chevelle that i purchased used when i was 19 for somewhere between 700 800 dollars, as i recall. After appearing on the cover of the november 2016 car craft, this 1970 chevrolet chevelle ss 396 barn find has been listed for sale here on ebay. Browse the free chevelle parts catalog and youll agree that has the largest selection of classic chevelle parts anywhere for year models 64 to 67 and 68 to 77. Your definitive 196872 chevelle ss buyers guide hagerty media. Factoryborn interior, wheels, trunk, glass, engine components, headlights, cowlinduction. Understanding date variances on parts applicable to the build date of your chevelle is vital to a factorycorrect restoration, and including them in this book provides a depth of.
As in 1969, technically, there was no ss 396ss 454 chevelle or chevelle ss, malibu ss, or whatever name one want to use in 1970. This outstanding example is a numbers matching car. Steve widers 1970 bigblockpowered chevelle ss is the right mix of custom and classic, and shows you dont need. Family, friends and restoration shop surprise richard mcbride at muscle car and. More info new 1970 chevrolet chevelle sscall for price. The 19701972 chevelle ss is one of the most popular muscle cars in the market this book examines every component that is exclusive to an ssoptioned chevelle nearly 550 images show. This was back in the late 70s when they werent worth much as running used cars, so there werent really a lot of clones out there fooling people. The base z15 engine was the 360horsepower, 454cid ls5 big block. Page 51 under production notes from page 50 it states, note 6 exactly 3,773 cars had the chevelle ss 454 option installed. This one would be a labor of love and a keeper in my book. There are 176 1970 chevrolet chevelles for sale today on. This is a numbers matching rare gobi beige over saddle interior 1970 chevelle ss 396 convertible wi.
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