I was JUST going to post this... I know the owner, he bought this from the original owner in 1969-'70, I've never been clear on that timeline, when he was still in high school. He has always claimed the original 396 was removed and a crate engine was dealer installed shortly after the original owner bought it and was an L72 427. Terry, another friend of mine, has known Bob since the mid seventies and Bob always claimed he had the paperwork, but Terry never did see it. The discrepancy of it now having a legitimate appearing LS6 is a mystery to me and Terry. Neither of us has inquired if the dealer swapped the engines. Unfortunately, Bob has dementia and isn't dependable for info anymore. His wife has power of attorney and sold the car to the dealer without telling Bob. In his lucid moments, he still talks about the car and thinks he owns it. It's very sad to see what she has done.
Anyway, the car is as nice in person as in the pics. Bob did have it repainted in the 80's and pampered that car from the day he bought it. Terry has ridden in the car with Bob many times over the years and he said the mileage is accurate.
In today's market, I feel the price is very fair and it would be a very nice car to have and drive as part of a collection.
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Mitch
1970 Chevelle SS
1966 Chevelle SS
1967 Camaro ss/rs
1938 Business coupe, street rod
2000 FXSTS, original owner, 13k miles
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