$16,500
Parker, Colorado
Category
Coupe
Mileage
999999
Posted Over 1 Month
This 1970 El Camino was restored in 1987 and is in very good condition given the age of the work that was done at that time. The car has been in my possession for just over twelve years and I’ve done a lot of modifications including: New front brakes (booster, master cylinder, drilled-slotted rotors, calipers, and soft lines)New SS style dash with Dakota Digital gauges, new vents, A/C control plateNew carpet and seat coversCustom sound systemEngine dress up including braded lines and covers, GM Performance valve covers, new radiator, aluminum pulleys, chrome alternatorLine-X sprayed in bed linerCraggar Wheels with knock-off center capsNew hood pins and cablesNew sun visor bracketsNew rear view mirror (stainless back)New Demon 650 CFM carburetorNew padded black and chrome steering wheel (Grant wood wheel also included)Traction bars The condition reflects an older restoration, and is not what I’d consider show condition despite having won a couple of trophies at local shows. The paint has some cracks and chips, but is in good overall condition and still shines. The worst of the paint condition is shown in the pictures with a dime-sized chip on the hood and some cracking on the driver’s side sail panel. With several coats of clear in the car, the paint could be repaired where needed and the rest of the car cut/buffed to a nice finish without a complete re-paint. The engine runs well and sounds like a beast thanks to the lumpy cam, but there are a few minor leaks and other issues that I want to point out so that there are no surprises. The oil pan drain plug does not seal do to some deformation of the pan. I have sealed that with RTV and do top-side oil changes, but a new pan would be something that should be planned. The rear main seal is leaking as is the transmission pan gasket. Again, these are minor issues, but I want to be as accurate as possible in my description of the car so there are no surprises. Most Internet cars look great in the pictures, but loose their shine when in person. I want the buyer of this car to be pleasantly surprised when they get this car and it's in better condition than they expected. The front end has a slight shimmy and I have purchased all brand-new parts from OPGI (ball joints, tie-rod ends, idler arm, bushings, shocks, etc.) to do a complete rebuild at some point. These parts, over $500 worth, will be provided with the car. The tires, BF Goodrich Radial T/As, have decent tread remaining, but are now over ten years old. They don’t have any dry rot or cracks, but places like Discount Tire will not work on tires over ten years old. I keep a battery maintainer on the car because of a parasitic draw that I haven’t identified. The battery was replaced a few months ago with a brand new heavy-duty one. The hood needs to be adjusted to correct the fitment issue that I introduced with new weather stripping. I tried to adjust it and made it worse, so I will leave that to someone who is more skilled than me. A good body shop would be able to adjust it in no time. The chrome and stainless trim on the car is all original and in good shape. There is a small 1/8" inch spot on the front bumper where the chrome is missing. The bumpers are original 1970's steel, not thin remanufactured parts. OEM parts are becoming rare and most restorations have cheap replacement trim that doesn’t come close to OEM quality. The windshield has the embedded antenna, tinted top edge, but has a couple of rock chips/stars. Safelite quoted me $230.00 for a brand-new windshield, installed. This car has a clear Colorado title. Drive train: ZZZ 350 High Output Crate Engine (Original ZZ crate) 4-bolt mainsHypereutectic pistonsAluminum headsGM Performance center-bolt valve coversAluminum pulliesMSDHigh-lift and duration CAMDEMON 650 carb with mechanical secondaries and electric chokeK&N air cleanerB-Cool aluminum radiator TH-350 Automatic Transmission with shift kit 12-bolt rear end (3:73) Exterior: Red with Black StripesCowl Induction hood with working flappers (inner and outer)SS fender badges & grilleHood pinsLine-X sprayed bed linerOld-school Craggar Classic two-piece wheels with knock-off centers - 15x7 front - 15x8 rear Interior:Black bucket seats (new covers)SS style dash (round gauge)Black original door panels, carpet, dash pad – all in great conditionConsole with horseshoe shifterDakota Digital gaugesCustom stereo - Kenwood head unit with detachable faceplate - Two 10” Rockford Fosgate Punch subs in custom sealed enclosure - Two 6” Infinity kick panel speakers - Two 3” Infinity dash speakers - 420 Watt amp - Bass control knob - Remote control Brakes: Front disk with drilled-slotted rotorsPainted (red) front calipersRear drums Other: Power steeringPower brakes (new booster)Flowmaster 40 (original, not the milder Delta-Flow) mufflersFactory Air Conditioning (needs repair – coolant leaks – no belt installed)Hidden windshield wipers with park function (new blades)Electric door locks with remote key fob (x2)AlarmRear traction (ladder) barsAir shocks (rear)Lowered about 2 inches from stockFront sway barComplete front-end rebuild kit (included, but not installed) Here is a video of this car that I posted on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hTddPROrSoo If you would like pictures of something specific, please contact me and I'll do my best to get you what you need. If you would like to inspect the car, please contact me to set up an appointment. The car will not be sold outside of e-bay, so please don't ask. This is for my protection as well as yours. Thank you, and happy bidding!
