1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS

1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS Tribute - Restored California Car
This stunning and beautifully restored 1970 EI Camino SS Tribute is loaded with numerous upgrades including a complete LS3 drivetrain conversion. The car is an original California A/C Car with Power Steering, Brakes, Windows and Locks plus Tilt Steering Column with Rosewood Steering Wheel. Updated with the famous SS Styling and the wonderful performance of a modern LS3
The owner originally purchased this EI Camino back in the early 1980s before selling it to a friend. He repurchased it in the 90s driving and enjoying it again for several years before storing it away until he was ready to restore it. Finally in 2016, this wonderful 70 EI Camino finished going through a comprehensive 2-year frame-off nut and bolt restoration.
Restoration included:
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Bodywork, prep, paint, frame, mechanical, exhaust, steering, suspension, glass chrome, rubber, stainless steel, full interior plus numerous upgrades and more... Virtually, the whole car was totally gone through! Complete multi-coat 2-stage paint job that began with the body going back to bare metal before adding the primer, color and clear finish coats plus the SS hood striping Powder Coated frame, rear end, sway bars, radiator support and hood hinges Brought back to the original exterior/interior color combination
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Upgrades include:
Complete GM CONNECT & CRUISE drivetrain with the LS3 Aluminum Block & Heads Engine mated with the 4L65-E Four-Speed Overdrive Automatic Transmission and Serpentine Belt System. This Fuel Injected lightweight 6.2L (376 cu in) LS3 V8 creates 430 hp at 6,300 rpm. New Dual Exhaust System with Equalizer Rebuilt Original 12 Bolt Posi-Traction Rearend with new axle (2.73 Ratio) C3 Corvette 4-Wheel Disc Brakes with NEW Brake Booster and Brake Lines . All New Steering Components including Quick Ratio Steering Box New Transmission Crossmember to accommodate the Connect & Cruise system . N