1970 Chevrolet Chevelle

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 — Muncie 4-Speed, Frame-Off Quality Restoration, Near Show-Quality Paint

The 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 is widely considered the high-water mark of the American muscle car era. This was the year Chevrolet pulled out every stop — offering the 454 cubic inch big block V8 in the Chevelle for the first time, creating what many historians regard as the most potent factory muscle car package of the entire era. The base LS5 version of the 454 was rated at 360 horsepower, while the top-shelf LS6 carried an advertised 450 horsepower rating, though both figures were understood to be conservative.

What separates this particular 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 from a tired survivor or a cut-corner project is the depth of the restoration work done within the last five years. This is not a car that has been freshened up with new carpet and a coat of paint to disguise age. The mechanical systems have been rebuilt from the ground up, the electrical system has been replaced with a complete American Auto Wire harness, the glass is new, the interior is new, and the paint and body work is at near show quality level. Underneath, the car is clean and solid, with correctly detailed components that hold up to close inspection. This is a 1970 Chevelle SS 454 that you can drive confidently and show with pride.

Key details
Transmission: Muncie 4-speed Manual
VIN / chassis: 136370B110454

Offered by Skyway Classics, 14805 Venture Dr, Farmers Branch, TX 75234. Taxes, title and fees not included.

Photos courtesy of Skyway Classics.