- #1968 EL CAMINO SS 396 VALUE DRIVER#
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- #1968 EL CAMINO SS 396 VALUE PROFESSIONAL#
This honor allowed her to be presented in the Association's Showpiece calendar each year. The El Camino has been voted by fellow El Camino owners to be one of the 13 Best in our Association for the past 12 years. The car hasn't been shown for the past few years due to health considerations. Awards won by this car in Texas are too numerous to catalog (photo of major awards only attached), but, when it was in competition, it generally won a Best in Class - and many times was Best in Show or Crowd Favorite. It was also shown frequently at various Florida shows, where it won a total of 2 Best of Class at Super Chevy and Bradenton.
#1968 EL CAMINO SS 396 VALUE PROFESSIONAL#
The car was shown frequently at the US Nationals in his earlt ownership, winning a total of 3 Best of Show awards from both peer voting and professional judges. For the past 13+ years, the owner has been a leader of the National El Camino Owners Association (NECOA*), the last 10+ serving as the National Director of the 24 worldwide Regions. Transmission Description : 3 Speed Automaticĭescription : Gateway Classic Cars of Dallas is excited to present for sale a 1968 Chevrolet El Camino SS-396 This El Camino is very well known among the Worlds El Camino Community.
Designed as a stylish American classic that really could be used every day if the next owner so desired, this build boasts fantastic attention to detail, and is sure to capture the imagination of enthusiasts who enjoy a 1960s V8 cruiser with a difference.Chevrolet El Camino SS396 396 CID V8 325HP 1968 General description :Įxterior Color : Cordovan Maroon Metallic This Chevrolet El Camino is an outstanding bespoke muscle car, upgraded with a higher-revving modern LS3 V8, custom coachwork, and a modernised interior with greater comfort and refinement.
#1968 EL CAMINO SS 396 VALUE FULL#
? It was last serviced in August 2020 at 1, 734 miles, when it received a full inspection, plus an engine oil and filter change. ? The most recent MOT test was on, at an indicated 145 miles since the restoration, which resulted in a first-time pass with no advisories. All items are brand-new and working perfectly.
#1968 EL CAMINO SS 396 VALUE DRIVER#
The Pro-Classic bucket seats have Alcantara thigh and back insert panels to keep driver and passenger more secure when cornering at higher speeds. ? The interior is unmarked and shows only the slightest signs of use commensurate with just over 2, 000 miles since the refurbishment. All of the brightwork is also in superb order, as are the wheels. ? Its paintwork remains in truly excellent condition, following the restoration completed just over three years ago. Pioneer head unit with pop-out display screen and reversing camera, DAB digital radio and phone connectivity TMI Products Pro-Classic leather and Alcantara bucket seatsġ000-watt sound system with custom cabinet installation (2x Alpine amps, 4x 8in mid-range, 4x tweeters, 1x subwoofer) Ridetech coilover suspension front and rearĬustom bed cover with bespoke drainage design
Transmission ‘Sport’ mode with accelerator kick-down Gearstar Stage III 4L75E overdrive transmission ? Accompanying the car is some photo documentation of the build process, plus a copy of Classic American from May 2021, which profiles the car in full, as shown in the gallery. For the transmission, a GM 4L75E four-speed automatic was chosen, which enabled ECU control of shift points and speed, and even hooking up a ‘Sport’ button. 2-litre LS3 crate engine, producing up to 525bhp. ? In place of the original straight-six, this El Camino is now fitted with a GM Performance 6.
The colour was also changed to its current dark green hue from the original 1960s Chevrolet palette. ? The bodywork was subtly changed with six inches taken out of the length behind the rear axle, and the exterior lines and interior mouldings around the loading bay all modified and smoothed accordingly. ? More than £120, 000 was invested in the build, and the seller is confident there is simply not a better El Camino available in terms of condition and specification.
#1968 EL CAMINO SS 396 VALUE UPGRADE#
? Around four years ago, it was acquired by the most recent private owner, who commissioned Steve Harvey of Old School Speed in Farnborough to upgrade and restore the car to a remarkable standard. ? Built at the Fremont, California, factory in 1968, this El Camino rolled off the production line in 3. ? The car was treated to a comprehensive rotisserie restoration between 20, with components renewed or upgraded with improved performance and driveability in mind. ? Imported from the US more than seven years ago, it was first registered in the UK in March 2014. 2-litre LS3 V8 crate engine, coupled to a Gear-Star 4L75E four-speed automatic transmission. ? A stunning American custom, with a modern power upgrade, and bespoke bodywork and trim.
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