Equipment
L78 396/375hp, 3.55 Positraction axle, M21 4-Speed, power brakes, SS wheels with Goodyear Polyglas tires, non-cowl induction, stripe delete, vinyl roof, Protect-O-Plate, bucket seats, console, AM radio, fully documented and certified by Jerry MacNiesh.
Condition
#1 Concours
World-class. Could compete in the world’s best Concours d'Elegance events.
Restored but retained many of the original components. The paint and bodywork are spotless and the brightwork shines like new. The engine and underbody were restored to fanatical standards with much of the original equipment refurbished rather than replaced. The interior follows the rest of the car with fanatical cleanliness and correctness. An absolutely stunning Chevelle.
Market commentary
The trouble is in the details. The consignor emphasizes 'the original Muncie M21 close-ratio 4-speed and 3.55:1 Positraction rear end' but then defaults to 'a L78 block dated December 1970', not 'original'. It is a gorgeous car in unusual colors, but it's hard to fudge an engine's origin with Mecum's knowledgable bidders. This Chevelle didn't make the cut.