1970 Chevrolet Chevelle

This 1970 Chevelle SS 396 is a gorgeous, well-optioned Real Deal SS, numbers matching 70 Chevelle documented with a build sheet. Few American muscle cars for sale today command the instant recognition, emotional response, and collector reverence of the 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396. Bold, aggressive, and powered by one of the most celebrated engines in American automotive history, the 1970 Chevelle SS 396 represents the pinnacle of the muscle car era - one of the most searched and sought-after classic muscle cars on the market today. The 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle debuted an all-new third-generation body style - one of the most dramatic redesigns in Chevelle history. Wider, lower, and more aggressively styled than the generation it replaced, the 1970 Chevelle wore its new sheetmetal with a muscular confidence that perfectly matched its performance. The bold front fascia, sculpted hood, and wide-body stance combined to create one of the most visually arresting designs of the entire muscle car era - a silhouette instantly recognizable to enthusiasts and casual observers alike, and one that has lost none of its visual impact in more than five decades. Within the 1970 Chevelle lineup, the SS - Super Sport - package represented the pinnacle of performance and desirability. The SS 396 designation identified a Chevelle equipped with the potent 396 cubic inch big-block V8 - one of the most celebrated performance engines in GM history. Smooth yet thunderous, responsive yet tractable, the 396 big-block delivered effortless, ground-shaking torque that made the Chevelle SS a genuine force on both the street and the drag strip. For the serious muscle car collector, a genuine SS 396 Chevelle carries an authenticity and provenance that no clone or tribute car can replicate. The 1970 model year holds special significance in Chevelle SS history as the first year of the dramatic new third-generation body - making every 1970 SS 396 a first-year example of one of the most celebrated designs in American automotive history, captured at the muscle car eras absolute creative peak. The cultural footprint of the 1970 Chevelle SS is enormous - celebrated in music, film, and popular culture as the definitive expression of American performance. Today that nostalgia, combined with authentic big-block credentials, iconic styling, and genuine historical significance, has driven classic Chevelle SS 396 values to levels that reflect the cars true and enduring importance. Whether you are a dedicated Chevelle collector, a serious muscle car enthusiast, or a first-time classic buyer, a 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 for sale is an opportunity not to be missed. Under the functional cowl induction hood is a Numbers Matching L34 Turbo-Jet 396 cubic inch V8 engine that breathes through a single 4 barrel carburetor, together rated to produce 350 horsepower when new from the factory. The numbers matching 396 V8 does sport several performance updates including an upgraded aluminum Edelbrock intake as well as upgraded aluminum Edelbrock heads. Likewise, exhaust exits the Chevy Big Block L34 engine via a set of headers out through a dual exhaust system producing a terrific throaty rumble from the correct exhaust tips. The 396 V8 is mated to a Numbers Matching TH400 Automatic Transmission that makes this 70 Chevelle SS an easy muscle car for anybody to drive and enjoy. This 1970 Super Sport is absolutely loaded with options! Power steering is a wonderful option on this classic Chevy because it makes squeezing into a tight parking spot at the local car show an easy maneuver and the overall driving experience is much improved too. With power front disc brakes, bringing this 70 Chevelle SS to a complete stop is also much easier and more reliable. Riding on a set of brand new Firestone Wide Oval Radial Tires by Coker mounted on special SS Rally Wheels, this 70 Chevelle has a fantastic look and even better ride. The exterior of this 1970 SS396 Chevelle has been correctly refinished in Classic White and the added Red SS stripe package give off even more flair, together completing the exterior look of this wonderful muscle car. The interior of this 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 is absolutely stunning! The front bucket seats and rear bench seat have been completely reupholstered in Red, a perfect complement to the exterior look of the car. A center console houses the horseshoe shifter and is mounted between the recently reupholstered bucket seats. The remaining interior pieces are equally stunning, complete with matching Red upholstered door panels, matching Red padded dash, a sport 3-spoke steering wheel, red carpeting, and brand new red floor mats with SS 396 embroidery. In front of the driver is a full instrumentation setup including a 120 MPH speedometer, 7,000 RPM tachometer, amp gauge, temperature gauge, and fuel gauge. Youll be able to stay cool on a warm summer day since this Chevelle SS comes equipped with air conditioning, upgraded under previous ownership to a modern system. You can also listen to all of your favorite tunes while cruising in this SS396 since the radio has been upgraded to a retro-style AM/FM system. The dash is finished off with a cigarette lighter and ashtray, lights and wiper controls, and a glovebox. Whether you are a dedicated Chevelle collector, a serious muscle car enthusiast, or a first-time classic car buyer seeking one of the most iconic and rewarding American performance cars ever built, this 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 for sale is an opportunity not to be missed. Call Ellingsons today at 763-428-7337!