540-POWERED 1970 CHEVROLET EL CAMINO RESTOMOD 4-SPEED

OVERVIEW 

This 1970 Chevrolet El Camino restomod build is powered by a 540ci Big Block V8 backed by a Muncie M21 four-speed manual transmission. Finished in red over a black vinyl interior, this Chevrolet El Camino comes from the selling dealer with a clear title in the seller’s name.  

Highlights:

• Functional Cowl Induction hood
• Black vinyl tonneau cover
• Classic Auto Air climate control system
• Power steering
• Tilt steering column
• Center console
• Bucket seats
• Vintage-look AM/FM/cassette radio
• Power front disc brakes

Ownership History: 

• Offered by a dealer 
• Current location: Albany, NY 

EXTERIOR 

• Red paint 
• Functional cowl induction hood
• Black accent hood stripes
• Hood pins
• SS 396 emblems
• Dual rear view mirrors
• Wheel opening and lower body trim
• Black vinyl hinged tonneau cover
• Rubber bed floor mat

Updates: 

• Color changed from Gobi Beige (code 50)
• Removed black vinyl top (code B)

WHEELS AND TIRES 

• TSW chrome wheels in staggered sizes
• 245/45/ZR17 in the front and 275/45/ZR18 rear Continental Extreme Contact radial tires

Service History Highlights:  

• Reportedly new tires

INTERIOR 

• Black vinyl upholstery 
• Manual windows
• Bucket seats
• Tilt steering column
• Center console-mounted manual shifter
• Grant steering wheel with a wood rim
• Classic Auto Air climate control system
• Vintage-look AM/FM/cassette radio
• Rear cab-mounted battery

Updates: 

• Upholstery changed from Medium Saddle vinyl with a bench seat (code 770) to Black vinyl 
• Bucket seats
• Center console
• Grant steering wheel
• Air conditioning
• AM/FM/cassette radio
• Relocated battery 

 INSTRUMENTS 

• Odometer shows 8,742 miles
  • True mileage unknown
• Gauges: 
  • 120-mph speedometer 
  • 8,000-rpm tachometer 
  • Fuel level  
  • Oil pressure 
  • Amps
  • Coolant temperature 

Updates: 

• Tachometer gauge
• Oil pressure gauge
• Amp gauge
• Coolant temperature gauge

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION 

Engine: 

• 540ci Big Block V8
  • Reportedly rated at:
    • 652 hp at 5700 rpm
    • Dyno'd at:
      • 675 hp at 4500 rpm
  • Built by D’Amico Racing Engines
  • 850 Quick Fuel carburetor
  • Dart block
  • Aluminum heads
  • Lemons Headers with 2 1/8" primary tubes
  • 160-amp alternator
  • Power Master XS Torque starter
  • MSD electronic ignition system
  • Milodon oil pan
  • Aluminum Be Cool radiator
  • Dual 13” electric fans

Transmission: 

• Muncie M21 4-speed manual 

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST 

• Independent front suspension 
• 12 bolt Solid rear drive axle with a 3.31:1 gear ratio 
• Hotchkiss front and rear sway bars
• Power front discs and rear drums
• Dual 3" exhaust with an X pipe and Magnaflow mufflers

VIDEO 

• The selling dealer has posted a video that shows the exterior and a start-up below