1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
Basic information and history
US-imported Chevrolet Chevelle SS from 1970. The car arrived in Sweden in the summer of 2019 and has since had 3 users. According to the statement, the car was owned by an elderly gentleman in the USA who drove it until he no longer had the opportunity and then exported the car to Sweden. There are old registration marks in the windshield from New York. Original build sheet comes with the car, which is a fun little documentation of value. The car is triple green with a nice body and paintwork with patina from the past years. The car originally came with an L34 396 but has had a 454 LS6 XAA stuffed down. The car is of course registered with a different engine and may therefore be used in its current form. A perfect example for those who want a good utility machine that they dare to use, versus other renovated collectibles that are hardly driven. Unlike many Chevelle's, this is a genuine SS and should not be associated with replicas.
- Original triple green Chevelle SS from 1970
- Exchanged 396 for 454 LS6 XAA at approx. 450 hp
- 3 users since the import from the states
Equipped with GM's absolute best Big Block, 454 ui LS6 XAA with approx. 450hp connected to refurbished TH-400 box. The engine could be bought as a crate engine until the 80s, and that is probably when the machine was put into the car.
Condition
The general condition of the bodywork is described as honest and good and that it can be seen that no repairs had to be carried out. According to the statement, the car must have been repainted once, but in its original colour. There is various wear and tear on the car, including various scratches and marks. The paint gives a good overall impression and with its patina the car feels very transparent in its condition. There is plenty of wear on the paint all around, but as I said adds to the picture. The body has received new rubber strips for the doors and windows. Original toning on windows in good condition with some minor scratches here and there. The chrome is in good condition for its age with some pitting in places. There is some rust down the right front fender and behind the right rear wheel. The front tires have approx. 6mm tread depth left and the Dragradialer M/T rear tires are worn. The rims from Weld Racing in good condition. Feel free to look through all the pictures to form an idea of the condition of the car and the wear and tear that is present.
The original interior is described as being in very good used condition considering its age. Chairs in good condition with no torn material. Door sides in good condition but with age wear. Instrument panel in fine condition without typical dry cracks. Inner ceiling in very good condition. A stereo is mounted, however, without making any intervention on the panel. This can be removed if you don't want it. Speakers are hidden under the dashboard. All functions in the cabin work as intended.
Engine is described as running fine and maintaining good oil pressure. The engine is slightly modified with, among other things, Crane aluminum rocker arms, Quickfuel carburettor and new Headers and exhaust system with Flowmaster silencer and H-pipe. The current owner has not gone deeper into the engine and there may be more that has been modified. The gearbox was refurbished just over 1000km ago and the work was carried out by JH Automatlådor. Writing brakes both front and rear. Front is original GM and rear is aftermarket with handbrake built into the yoke. The rear carriage has received 4-link from Chassis Engineering. Mechanically, everything works as it should.
Service history
Oil and more were changed for this season just under 1000km ago. Last and final inspection took place in 2019. As previously mentioned, all modifications are registered in the car's papers.
Summary
An honest Chevelle SS with larger engine under the hood. A perfect example for those who appreciate a car that you dare to use to the fullest!
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