1969 Chevelle SS 396

[CC Rider]

I’ve owned this Chevelle since 1980! This was my first car! Opportunity is knocking to go in a different direction, so I’m offering this one up. If it does not sell, no big deal, because I still love it.

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Features a non-matching number 396 big block with correct components (this is not an original L78 car), original M20 4 speed transmission (VIN stamped on top), original 355 posi rear, F41 suspension, non-original spiral shocks, five repro Goodyear Polyglas tires on the original SS wheels with four original trim rings and deep center caps. The exhaust sounds awesome and features the stock exhaust manifolds and a Gardner Chambered Pipe exhaust system with original style hangers, resonators, and chrome tips.

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The black bench seat interior was restored using Legendary Interior products and features working factory tach and gauges, AM-FM radio (unmodified), original Muncie Shifter (top to bottom, not just the handle), rear window defogger, aux lighting with map light mirror. Even the clock works and has the correct movement, not quartz movement! It also has a vacuum operated trunk release and the rare CE1 headlight washer system, which I disconnected as it is very messy!

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The power brake master cylinder and booster are original to the car, and also features the '69 only power steering reservoir. The original complete manual transmission lockout is present and functions as it should. The rod from the lock out to the shifter is a repro unit.

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Engine, trans, rear, all mechanicals have been rebuilt/replaced. The Holley 4346 was restored by Eric at Vintage Musclecar Parts, the transmission and the distributor were rebuilt/serviced by Jerry MacNeish.

Original color was Cortez Silver, which I was not a fan of in 1986. So when the frame-on restoration started in 1986, I chose a darker metallic silver. It had the SS stripes on it when I bought the car, but repros were not available in 1986, so they were painted on and cleared over. Since then, I have carefully maintained the Chevelle to the best of my abilities.

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However, it has also been driven and enjoyed, so there are some chips, dents, and blemishes that should be expected on a car that is driven. When I lived in Maryland, it was driven to shows in North Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio, and Indiana. You’ve all seen the car show and cruise photos I’ve posted over the years. This Chevelle runs and drives great and the cooling system works well here in the Arizona heat.

Detailed with an eye on originality, this Chevelle receives lots of compliments and the occasional trophy when I take it to a show. But make no mistake, it will not compete with the high dollar restorations of today, nor was it restored to today’s standards. I’ve sorted this Chevelle out so I can drive and enjoy it. If you are a trophy whore, don’t buy this car. If you want a car with original documents, I don’t have them, and never did. The window sticker pictured is a reproduction. If you enjoy driving muscle cars as they were intended and can accept the wear and tear flaws, this one may be for you.

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Offered at $39500. PM me through yenko.net or email superDOTsportATcoxDOTnet

MANY more photos here;
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Thanks yenko.net!

[CC Rider]

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There are extra parts in this cabinet that I will include in the sale of the car. They include two original two-piece rotors (thin), two orginal (to the car?) calipers, orginal rear axles and the 3:55 ring and pinion, a new idler arm, and whatever else I can find in there. Vacuum attachments and pebble sheets not included.

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I'll include this show board too.

[WILMASBOYL78]

A very nice presentation and description...well done. I doubt you could build it for the asking price.

GLWS <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

wilma

[Postsedan]

Wow Rick, I have owned my Chevelle since 1978, I guess the time comes for everyone. I have always admired your beautiful Chevelle.

GLWS <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[SS427]

Damn!

[earntaz]

This one shouldn't be on the market long -- good looking Chevelle ... TAZ

[Xplantdad]

Good luck with the sale, Rick! Rock's car is amazingly clean for a car that gets DRIVEN...!

[DBelk]

That is really nice.

[TMagda]

Before I scrolled all the way down to the price I was guessing 60. Great looking car.

[markinnaples]

Love that Chevelle. Hard to believe you're selling it. Reminds me of the beginning of one of those &quot;...looking for my original muscle car....&quot; ads you read about after seller's remorse. Best of luck with the sale, looking forward to seeing what you're picking up next.

[CC Rider]

Thanks everyone. We'll see what happens. Don't know if I will miss it or not. But I don't have a problem keeping it if it does not sell.

Here's a hokey video. It sounds great playing through a set of speakers!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yx-W6enjRCM

[Postsedan]

Nice Video Rick....shows it all very nice <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Love it!

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Very well sorted out car!!!!

All the little glitches and issues are sorted!!!

Looks and sounds great

Ryan

[Damien]

Beautiful Chevelle Rick and a refreshingly honest description. GLWS. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[napa68]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Damien</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Beautiful Chevelle Rick and a refreshingly honest description. GLWS. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif </div></div>

Exactly!

[Xplantdad]

Rick keeps this car amazingly clean...!

[CC Rider]

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Thanks Bruce.

Today I cleaned the garage and the garage queens. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

[enio45]

Rick - impressive! very nice

[rcc]

Beautiful car. Love the video--particularly, the Rock and Roll radio stations!

GLWS!!

Rick

[427425]

The pictures don't really do this car justice. the paint quality and color is killer in person! The underhood detail is also super quality and accurate. Great car, Rick, will miss drooling on it at the Pavilions....

Kevin

[CC Rider]

Thanks for the kind words guys. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif

[scuncio]

I see Rick's car is on the Bay...best of luck with the sale! Hope you don't mind me posting it here for some exposure!

Really beautiful car.

http://ebay.to/2aFr7PV

[rcc]

Beautiful car with a very honest description!!

GLWS.

Rick

[CC Rider]

Thanks for the kind words guys.

Got a call from an interested party that lives just south of Greenwood, IN. He was reading my eBay ad and noticed I mentioned it sold new at Kelly Chevrolet in Greenwood. I told him the building is still there, but now is a transmission shop and the glass showroom has been closed off. He said he was going to check it out this weekend.

That would be cool it went back to where it all started.

[Xplantdad]

That would be cool! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[daverd]

GLWS
Beautiful 69 chevelle!!!

[CC Rider]

Thanks!

For SYC Member buyer only, I'll throw all of these items in the trunk;
The original calipers, need overhaul
1 pair of 2 piece rotors, thin
Original 355 ring and pinion
Original axles
Original ( I believe) flywheel
New aftermarket idler arm
2 extra SS wheels
811 water pump dated E279, it's a core
8418 9E8 starter, rebuilt, was told it works fine
Original SS hood lovers, pitted
Original tail light bezels, pitted

[CC Rider]

Price drop, $42000.

[CC Rider]

Today is the 36th anniversary of owning this Chevelle. Today, it received a new dash bezel. This is not a bad reproduction.


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[ScottG]

Very nice car!!

[CC Rider]

Final price drop, otherwise I am keeping it.

Open to serious offers , as I have been all along. However, please be serious and have full intentions of following through. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[enio45]

Rick, nice car!!

[CC Rider]

Pending sale

[Xplantdad]

Good luck Rick! Thanks for the text <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[markinnaples]

Man, that color combo has to be one of the best on a Chevelle. I bet you're gonna miss that one for a long time.

[CC Rider]

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Sold, on it's way to St. Louis, MO. Not to one of those classic car sales places.

I've called the owner of a possible replacement, another old Chevy, with AC.

Next I will be selling my cache of Chevelle parts, but need to take inventory first.

Thanks everyone. I think it was time. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[Xplantdad]

Congrats Rick on the sale of your way clean Chevelle...and looking forward to your next chapter of classic car ownership!

-New owner (and his family) sounded jazzed to get it....which was awesome to hear as well.

Looking forward to seeing your next choice in person...when it arrives. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[Damien]

Congrats Rick. I bet you miss it already!

[CC Rider]

The empty garage space is weird, but I'm OK so far.

[markinnaples]

Ah, AC, not the reason for selling is coming into focus, lol. Best of luck with the car.

[mockingbird812]

Congrats Rick! You were an outstanding steward! Well done! Now the hunt is on! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Bill Pritchard]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: mockingbird812</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Congrats Rick! You were an outstanding steward! </div></div>

x2! Looking forward to seeing its replacement....

[CC Rider]

Thanks guys.

I'm still OK, and am actually looking forward to my next adventure.