Here's something you don't see everyday....

musclecarjohn · #1 10-13-2008, 11:07 PM

Spotted in Bakersfield this wknd:

Looked very straight and solid...any idea what something like this is worth?

**427.060** · #2 10-14-2008, 01:43 AM

I think it is the one that has been on Ebay recently for $50K. See link below.
James

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chevrolet...d=p4506.c0.m245

**Bill Pritchard** · #3 10-14-2008, 01:46 AM

"327 CID 350 HP Super Econoflame V8"

One would not expect to see "Econo" terminology describing the L79 motor

**427.060** · #4 10-14-2008, 01:52 AM

The big block Beaumonts were Econo Jets.
James

musclecarjohn · #5 10-14-2008, 02:08 AM

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I think it is the one that has been on Ebay recently for $50K. See link below.
James

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chevrolet...d=p4506.c0.m245

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Interesting...I guess my $50K guess wasn't far off the mark then,huh?

JayR · #6 10-14-2008, 04:07 AM

Only 63 Acadian L79's (all models) were built, so this is very rare. Unfortunately, it's missing some trim pieces...hood spear, Acadian hood script, has incorrect front fender louvres, etc. Also, the rally wheels are not correct, but try and find some original 1966 Acadian SD spinner wheel covers! None of these pieces are reproduced, so finding them could be a lifelong pursuit. The current owner says it has the original drivetrain. It does have the original and unique 1966 Acadian SD upholstery, which is a real plus, because it's not reproduced either. This car is worth at least $50,000, but he can't seem to get it. It's been for sale since early this year.
Bob

musclecarjohn · #7 10-14-2008, 06:13 AM

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Only 63 Acadian L79's (all models) were built, so this is very rare. Unfortunately, it's missing some trim pieces...hood spear, Acadian hood script, has incorrect front fender louvres, etc. Also, the rally wheels are not correct, but try and find some original 1966 Acadian SD spinner wheel covers! None of these pieces are reproduced, so finding them could be a lifelong pursuit. The current owner says it has the original drivetrain. It does have the original and unique 1966 Acadian SD upholstery, which is a real plus, because it's not reproduced either. This car is worth at least $50,000, but he can't seem to get it. It's been for sale since early this year.
Bob

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Thanks for the details.I figured something looked odd on the hood.
The fenders louvers look out of place,any pictures of what the right ones are supposed to look like?

StriperSS · #8 10-14-2008, 09:31 AM

Here's one of the local cars.

musclecarjohn · #9 10-14-2008, 06:19 PM

Louvers look alot better in that placement...

JayR · #10 10-15-2008, 01:27 AM

The white Canso in the pic is a 1967. The 66 L79 being discussed here has the louvres in the right place, just not the correct ones. I'll try to come up with a pic of an original 66 Canso SD. Also, just noticed it has the Acadian name plate on the wrong side of the trunk. Should be on the right side.
Bob

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