454-Powered 1983 Chevrolet El Camino Conquista

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would regularly pay overly generous fees to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong.

The Generous Collection debuts with Part 1 offering over 200 cars in October, all offered without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. Many additional lots will be offered in the coming months. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy. 

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The 1983 Chevrolet El Camino continued the legacy of Chevrolet’s unique car-truck hybrid, blending passenger car comfort with pickup utility. Built on the rear-wheel-drive G-body platform shared with the Malibu, the 1983 model featured subtle refinements over previous years, maintaining its squared-off styling and practical layout.

Three trim levels were available: base, Conquista, and SS. The SS, developed in partnership with Choo Choo Customs, offered sporty styling cues like a Monte Carlo-style front end and distinctive graphics. Engine choices included a 3.8-liter V6, a 4.4-liter V8, and a 5.0-liter V8, with the latter available in higher-output configurations for the SS. Most El Caminos came equipped with a three-speed automatic transmission, though a four-speed manual was also offered.

Inside, the El Camino offered car-like amenities such as air conditioning as on this example, power accessories, and plush seating, making it a comfortable daily driver with the utility of a small pickup. Though sales were declining by the early 1980s, the El Camino retained a loyal following thanks to its distinctive style and versatility.

This 1983 model in Conquista trim is part of the fifth and final generation of El Caminos, which ran from 1978 to 1987. The original 305 V8 has been replaced with a 454 Big Block.

Highlights

• Offered from The Generous Collection

• Finished in two-tone Dark Briar Brown Metallic (67) paint with Frost Beige (59) top

• Brown vinyl-upholstered bench seat

• Upgraded to a 454 Big Block V8

• Three-speed automatic transmission

• Factory air conditioning (inoperable)

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report

Features

• Comfort of a coupe with the utility of a pickup

• Steel cowl induction hood

• Curved rear window

• Functional cargo bed with protective spray coating

• Car-like cabin with black Chevy leather wrapped steering wheel

• JVC CD stereo with AUX

• Air conditioning

• Bosch center-mounted gauges for temperature, oil pressure, and voltage

• Steel wheels with chrome rings and hubs

• Kelly Edge A/S 215/70R15 front tires, BFGoodrich Radial T/A 265/60R15 rear tires

Known Imperfections

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of cars in this collection it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present in the cars. 

• Driver’s door pull is detached on one end

• Driver’s door power window switch is loose, and some switches have been removed

• Antenna is broken off

• Paint loss on wheels

• Bed shows some wear

• Compressor missing from factory air conditioning

Included

• Keys

• El Camino Conquista badges

Ownership History

This 1983 Chevrolet El Camino Conquista is offered from The Generous Collection of no reserve automobiles. The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places it in Alabama from new.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Ramsey Potts Phone: 912.508.4096 email: rpotts@hagerty.com  

Alabama Sales Tax Notice to Bidders: Because this car is located in Alabama, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama state sales taxes of up to 2% of the purchase amount, even if the buyer plans to register the car outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer is located in AZ, CA, FL, IN, MA, MI, or SC (capped at $500 in SC), and (b) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives the car or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer). Additionally, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama county or city taxes from buyers located outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer), and (b) the buyer fails to provide an executed Drive-Out Certificate for Nonresidents. For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Alabama that are sold to residents of another state.  

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential, however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning to both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Hagerty Marketplace representative is onsite beginning Monday, November 3 through Wednesday, November 19. No cars can be retrieved prior to November 3 and any lots remaining after November 19 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.