NM L34 396ci V8/Build Sheet/Older Resto/Correct M20 Manual/Correct 12 Bolt 3.31

For consignment, the Chevrolet Chevelle SS396.  This car has been the beneficiary of a full on restoration in 1983 and an engine rebuild around 6 years ago.  With its original build sheet and painted a sultry Cranberry Red sporting wide black racing stripes, shiny chrome, full gauges, and in overall very nice condition, its worth giving this example an extra look. 

Exterior
For 1970, the face lifted Chevelle moved an impressive 634 thousand units.  Not only did that high-profile success earn GM big money, it also solidified the nameplate as part of Chevy's oft romanticized 'golden era'.  At the front of this coupe, a split grille hangs a prominent “SS” emblem between a small “CHEVELLE” script, stainless-trimmed headlights and an original chrome bumper.  Opposite that bumper, a domed cowl induction Super Sport hood leads the eye to fresh glass that's seated in original stainless frames.  At the base of those frames, chrome door handles, a chrome driver's mirror and white-tinged “SS396” badges complement correct wheel trim.  And at the back of the car, a second original, chromed bumper hangs a standard Super Sport inlay.  All bathed in Cranberry Red respray with just a few minor flaws and wide black stripes racing up the middle of the hood and trunk lid.  Topping off the bottom of this car are 14-inch Magnum 500 SS center badged wheels all wrapped in Firestone Firehawk raised white letter radials on all 4 corners.

Interior
Its correct combination of bench and bucket seats that are firm to the touch, encased in black vinyl, original belts, and high backs.  In front of those seats, a straight Super Sport dash frames inserted OEM gauges clean and pristine, providing all the telemetry you'll need for those hot laps.  Below that dash, black carpet floats a correct chromed Hurst shifter  and this is inside a correct console.  At the sides of that carpet, door panels center classy stainless trim and requisite “SS” emblems on bright handles and supple, comfortable armrests.  In front of the driver the steering wheel laps a black column.  And behind the passengers, the car's fully restored trunk is finished with a correct jack and full-size spare tire.  The headliner is nice and tight, is also black, and where the shoulder belts hang.

Drivetrain
Gaze into the gloss black engine bay and you'll find the numbers matching L34 396ci V8, all bedecked in orange paint.  This mill was rebuilt about 6 years ago and has logged a mere 800 miles since.  This block balances a polished and decaled open-air cleaner on a 4 bbl Holley carburetor.  This carb rides on a 4bbl intake manifold which feeds Chevrolet heads that are topped by chromed valve covers.  A correct Muncie M20 4-speed manual transmission is strapped to the rear of the mill, and it pushes power rearward to a correct CCW1219 stamped 12 bolt 3.31 posi rear axle.

Undercarriage
Well cared for would be the buzzword for the undercarriage, with clean suspension, surface rust free floor pans with plenty of black paint, and straight rust-free rockers.  Independent coil springs and a 4 link with coil springs are on for the suspension, and power disc brakes for the front, and power drums for the rear.  Dual exhaust with Flowmaster mufflers is in charge of the exhale and creates a wonderful mechanical symphony from the big V8 mill.

Drive-Ability
Our muscle car aficionado snapped up this test drive, and when he returned, he just had a smile on his face and 2 thumbs up, so it must have been good!  He reported nice acceleration, smooth shifting, good cornering and all the positive essentials were working swimmingly.  Overall, it was very happy motoring.

A very nice example, ready to go and show with a simple turn of a key.  No wrenching, no bodywork, no fuss no muss, just pure SS excitement and enjoyment all while looking just fab!

136370A123246

1-Chevrolet
36-Malibu V8
37-2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
0-1970
A-Atlanta, GA Assy Plant
123246-Sequential Unit Number

TRIM TAG

ST 70 13637-1970 Malibu 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
BDY A18625-Atlanta Body #
TR 756-Black Coated Fabric Buckets
B80-Chrome Drip Rail Moldings
B90-Chrome Window Moldings
PNT 75 75-Cranberry Red
01B-2nd Week January Build