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Hardened engine valve seats and hydraulic camshafts made these engines reliable for many miles, and allowed them to accept the increasingly popular unleaded regular gasoline. This 1971 Chevrolet El Camino SS Tribute does a terrific job of delivering a total package. Among the performance engines offered were a 283-cid Turbo-Fire V8 with two- or four-barrel carburetion, several Turbo-Thrust 348-cid V8s with four-barrel or triple two-barrel carburetors producing 335 bhp (250 kW; 340 PS), and 250- and 290-bhp 283-cube Ramjet Fuel Injection V8s. ClassicCars.com's first-class Customer Support team with a Stevie Bronze Award in 2019, celebrating the team's skills as exemplary customer support specialists. These were quad units in stacked arrangement. The 1975 high energy ignition (HEI) provided spark to the spark plugs with minimal maintenance and increased power. Chevrolet's largest and most-powerful engine of the time was also put into a select few El Caminos. Classifieds for 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS. [12], The 1965 El Camino received the same facelift as the 1965 Chevelle, with a more pronounced V-shaped front end, and a higher performance L79 version of the 327 engine rated at 350 hp (261 kW) that was also available in Chevelles. The El Camino Classic was again the top model and the SS option continued.[18]. [17]. It had solid lifters, big-port heads, and an 800 cfm Holley four-barrel on a low-rise aluminum manifold. The 1981 models received a new horizontal tube grill. The 1967 model year also brought the collapsible steering column and options of disc brakes and Turbo Hydramatic 400 3-speed automatic transmission. The first generation didn't last long. The quirky Level Air suspension option, in its second and final year, was listed as available, but was almost never seen on any Chevrolet model, much less an El Camino. Energy-absorbing hydraulic front bumper systems on these vehicles added more weight. El Camino production ended quietly in late 1987. Based on the Holden Commodore Ute, it shared the G8 platform with a 73 in (1,900 mm) cargo bed. This 1967 Cadillac Eldorado is an all-original 72k-mile vehicle with hideaway headlamps, automatic climate control, and power convenience options. Horsepower ratings of those engines for 1971 ranged from 145 for the six to 365 for the RPO LS5 454 – all in gross figures. The original El Camino and Ranchero would compete directly only in the 1959 model year.[6]. This essential product will receive a 7-inches touchscreen technology together with the newest mobile phone, integrations. The SS option was available with a 350 or 454 V8 with the 4-speed or Turbo Hydra-Matic transmissions. The 402-cubic-inch (still known as a 396) produced 240 hp (179 kW); the 454 managed to put out 270 hp (201 kW) under the net rating system. 1972 Elcamino SS!! Find Chevrolet El Camino SSs currently listed for sale today on AutaBuy.com. The sedans and wagons turned to a 116-inch (2,900 mm) span. This 1932 Ford Highboy roadster is a custom build that was assembled by the seller over a 3-year period and finished in 2019. The optional 305 cubic-inch small block V8 was rated at 150 or 165 hp (112 or 123 kW), and from 1982–1984, the Oldsmobile-sourced diesel engine was also optional. Highly stylized, it initially sold 50% more briskly than the more conservative Ranchero, some 22,000 to 14,000. Options included power windows and locks. In 2016 The Journal, brought to you by ClassicCars.com, was celebrated as the SECOND MOST INFLUENTIAL automotive blog in the world by NFC Performance. Engine offerings for 1971 included the 250-6, small-block V8s of 307 and 350 cubic inches; and big block V8s of 402 and 454-cubic-inch displacements. General Motors’ Australian subsidiary Holden also produced a Chevrolet coupé utility in 1935, Studebaker produced the Coupé Express from 1937 to 1939. For 1971, mandated lower-octane unleaded fuel necessitated a reduction in engine compression, and GM's A.I.R. [25][26] A blue respray over a new black leather interior were added at the time of the refurbishment, as was a dual exhaust system, a 8-volt electrical system, and replacement bed planks with new hardware. [citation needed], The Pontiac G8 ST was shown at the New York International Auto Show in March 2008. The base 229-cubic-inch V6 made 110 hp (82 kW) (down from 115 hp (86 kW)), as did the California-only 231-cubic-inch Buick V6. Vehicles like this 1974 Chevrolet El Camino successfully manage to combine the versatility of a small pickup with the comfort and features of a sedan. Cargo volume was meager compared with pickup trucks. This Eldorado has been with the selling dealer for approximately six months and is offered with a clear Minnesota title. The 1965 327 would run low 15s in the 1/4 mile (at some 90 mph), while 1966 to 1969 models were easily into the mid- to upper-14s. The mid-1955 introduction of Chevrolet's Cameo Carrier pickup truck helped pave the way for the El Camino. Although it was a model variant of Chevrolet's Task Force light-duty pickup, the Cameo offered an array of car-like features that included passenger-car styling, fiberglass rear fenders, two-tone paint, a relatively luxurious interior, as well as an optional V8 engine, automatic transmission, and power assists. The El Camino's payload rating ranged from 650–1,150 lb (290–520 kg), with gross vehicle weights ranging from 4,400–4,900 lb (2,000–2,200 kg) depending on powertrain and suspension. Crate 350 4 bbl card, new paint, tires and ri, 1971 Chevrolet ElCamino, "SS" Trim Package, Stunning Hugger Orange with Black Vinyl, Co, 1971 Chevrolet ElCamino "SS" Trim Package, Big-Block 454 V8, New Burgendy Metallic Pain, Right off the Chevy dealer’s showroom floor! Inside, Biscayne/Brookwood appointments also persisted. The El Camino was still available in either Base or Custom trims, but now the SS option was only available on the Custom trim. Added to the El Camino's option list during the course of the 1964 model year were two versions of the 327 cubic-inch small block V8 rated at 250 and 300 hp (186 and 224 kW)—the latter featuring a higher compression ratio of 10.5:1, larger four-barrel carburetor and dual exhausts. A first generation 1959 El Camino. 1966 Chevrolet El Camino (with non-standard wheels). A single chrome bar connected quad headlights, and a slotted bumper held the parking lights. Floor coverings were in medium-tone vinyl. According to Chevrolet stylist Chuck Jordan, GM Harley Earl had suggested a coupé pickup in 1952. Both the coupé utility and the similar open-topped roadster utility continued in production, but the improving economy of the mid- to late-1930s and the desire for improved comfort saw coupé utility sales climb at the expense of the roadster utility until, by 1939, the latter was all but a fading memory. The car has beenstored covered on a lift in aclimate-controlledgarage since the refurbishment. The interior was revamped including cloth and vinyl or all-vinyl bench seats and deep twist carpeting. The El Camino is a staple in hot-rod culture and this early 70’s model falls in … More potent editions of the 396 engine, developing 350 or 375 hp (261 or 280 kW) also made the options list. A new, trimmer El Camino was unveiled in 1978, adopting the new, more sharp-edged Malibu styling, and a one-inch longer wheelbase of 117 in (2,972 mm). [20] Some model year 1987's (420 El Caminos and 325 GMC Caballeros) are listed as new car retail deliveries in calendar year 1988 based on their date of first retail sale. The concept of a two-door vehicle based on a passenger car chassis with a tray at the rear began in the United States in the 1920s with the roadster utility (also called "roadster pickup" or "light delivery") models.[2]. Suspension upgrades offered a quieter ride, and radial-ply tires became standard. While all 1967 Chevelle models rode a 115-inch (2,900 mm) wheelbase, the 1968 coupes and convertibles now rode a 112-inch (2,800 mm) wheelbase. [16], The SS, then a trim option, included a black grill with SS emblem, bodyside striping, bright roof drip moldings, color-keyed dual sport mirrors, special front and rear stabilizer bars, rally wheels, 70-series raised white-lettered tires, special instrumentation and SS interior emblems. Options included a 350 2-barrel V8 with 145 hp (108 kW), a 350 4-barrel V8 with 175 hp (130 kW), and a 454 4-barrel V8 with 245 hp (183 kW). Returning to the official options list for the first time since late 1966 was the 375 bhp (280 kW) L78. A new, high-performance Super Sport SS396 version was launched. Adam Clarke. The body style did not reappear on the American market until the release of the 1957 Ford Ranchero. The 119 in (3,000 mm) wheel-base was 1.5 inches (38 mm) longer, and overall length for all 1959 Chevrolets was up to 210.9 in (5,360 mm). We have 6 Chevrolet El Camino vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 0 1-Owner cars, and 1 personal use cars. The Chevrolet El Camino is a pickup / coupé utility vehicle that was produced by Chevrolet between 1959–60 and 1964–1987. 13 vehicles matched Now showing page 1 of 1. Optional again were a 267-cubic-inch V8 with 125 hp (93 kW) and a 305 V8, now with 155 hp (116 kW) (down five). The seat was now covered in striped-pattern cloth with vinyl facings. And when you see the little extras, like the bucket seat interior, it proves this is the classic car/truck you've … The 1964 model was similar to the Chevelle two-door wagon forward of the B-pillars and carried both "Chevelle" and "El Camino" badges, but Chevrolet marketed the vehicle as a utility model and Chevelle's most powerful engines were not available. Set an alert to be notified of new listings. Every used car for sale comes with a free CARFAX Report. The Sport Truck had the same 361 hp (269 kW), 6.0-liter V8 used in the G8 GT, as well as the 3.6-liter, 300 hp (220 kW) direct-injection V6. 1970 Red Chevrolet SS 396 El Camino What Makes This Car Special Chevrolet El Camino is a coupe utility vehicle that was produced by Chevrolet between 1959 1960 and 1964 1987. A three-speed manual was standard with all engines, and a four-speed or automatic was optional. The 1969 models showed only minor changes, led by more-rounded front-end styling. 15 results per page. Power is provided by a performance-enhanced small block 350ci Chevrolet V8 paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The chassis design was as new as the bodies with 1 in (25 mm) a wider wheel track, front and rear. Engine offerings included the 110 hp (82 kW) 250-6, a 307 V8, a 175 hp (130 kW) 350-cubic-inch V8, and big block V8s of 402 and 454 cubic-inch displacements. The birth of the hot truck. The 1982 (through the final 1987) El Camino sported a new frontal appearance with a crosshatch grille flanked by quad rectangular headlights. Classifieds for Classic Chevrolet El Camino SS. Search locally or nationwide. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. GM flirted with coupe-type trucks such as the Chevrolet Cameo Carrier and the GMC Suburban Carrier in 1955, but they went all-in with the El Camino for the 1959 model year. The concept of a two-door vehicle based on a passenger car chassis with a tray at the rear began in the United States in the 1920s with the roadster utility (also called "roadster pickup" or "light delivery") models. The 1978 through 1987 El Caminos were produced in four trim levels: Classic, Black Knight (1978)/Royal Knight (1979–83), Conquista and Super Sport, and shared chassis components with the Chevrolet Malibu. At first glance, the exterior once again had a Bel Air look, with that series' bright-metal "jet" appliqué and narrow trailing molding used to accent the rear quarters. During the 1995 model year, GM had a concept El Camino based on the full-size The concept received mixed, mostly negative reviews, mostly because of its front wheel drive layout. Also it was not widely known, but a Laguna S-3 front end could be fitted on these cars, and was available through the Central Office Production Option (COPO) system as code 6H1. All 1972 El Caminos with the 454 ci engine have a "W" as the fifth digit in the VIN, and the 454 was only available with Super Sport trim. Inside, the standard version featured a bench seat interior and rubber floor mat from the low-line Chevelle 300 series, while the Custom used a more upscale interior from the Chevelle Malibu with plusher cloth-and-vinyl or all-vinyl bench seats and deep twist carpeting, or optional Strato swivel bucket seats with console. The 350 with 170 hp (127 kW) offered in 1979 was dropped. Set an alert to be notified of new listings. The base model retained the previously used dual round headlights. In 1971, its front fascia was redesigned. The LS6 454 CID engine, rated at 450 hp (336 kW) and 500 lb⋅ft (678 N⋅m) of torque, gave the El Camino 1/4-mile times in the upper 13-second range at around 106 mph (171 km/h). Two upgrades could be ordered: a 305-cubic-inch V8 with 145 hp (108 kW), or a 350-cubic-inch V8 with 170 hp (127 kW) that was only available in El Caminos and Malibu station wagons. Additional new features were an acoustical double-panel roof, tighter-fitting glass, flush-style outside door handles, molded full-foam seat construction, flow-through power ventilation system, inside hood release, refined Delcotron generator and sealed side-terminal battery, a larger 22-US-gallon (83 L; 18 imp gal) fuel tank, and "flush and dry" rocker panels introduced first on the redesigned 1971 full-size Chevrolets. Other pickup truck producers, including Dodge, Ford, Studebaker, and International, began to offer flush-side cargo boxes on some of their 1957 models, such as the Dodge C Series, and the 1960 Studebaker Champ. [3] Ford designer Lew Bandt developed a suitable solution, and the first coupé utility model was released in 1934. Home. Front disc brakes were now standard on all '73 El Caminos. 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS for Sale. It was not available on Malibu passenger cars (with exception to coupe and sedan Malibu 9C1 police vehicles). Continuing on the options list was the 5.7-liter V8 Diesel with 105 hp (78 kW). The 1967 El Camino followed the Chevelle's styling facelift with a new grille, front bumper, and trim. Chevrolet 90° V6 and Buick V6 engines were used for the first time. The standard V8 was a 283 cubic-inch Chevrolet small block with two-barrel carburetor and 195 hp (145 kW) with optional engines including a 220 hp (164 kW) 283 with four-barrel carburetor and dual exhausts. The Chevrolet El Camino SS was the high performance version of the standard El Camino – a car that had been released in the 1959 model year to compete with the successful Ford Ranchero pickup. The 3-speed manual transmission remained the standard transmission with a heavy duty (RPO M13) also available along with the 2-speed Powerglide and either M20 wide ratio or M21 close ratio 4-speed transmissions. In 1959, Chevrolet responded with the El Camino to compete with Ford's full-sized Ranchero. ENGINE: An LS5 454-powered 1970 El Camino SS with cowl induction is a rarity, with 100- 150 built according to estimates. But 1960 would be a different story. Email alerts available. This 1969 Chevrolet El Camino SS is finished in metallic blue over a blue interior and is powered by a replacement 396ci V8 paired with a Medatronics M22Z four-speed manual transmission. Concealed beneath it was the floor pan from the Brookwood two-door wagon, complete with foot wells. Crossflow radiators and coolant reservoirs prevented overheating. For the first time, though, the El Camino had a unique chassis – it was shared with no other Chevrolet. The 1983–87 El Camino SS was offered as a conversion (completed by Choo-Choo Customs Inc., of Chattanooga, Tennessee) to include the aerodynamic front end similar to the Monte Carlo SS, but did not receive the L69 engine package. Though mileage with the diesel was commendable, it was an expensive option and would eventually amass a dismal repair record. It can be argued that the El Camino SS started the hot-truck phenomenon. The full-size spare (on an SS wheel) with cover is behind the passenger seat, as are the jack and lug wrench. The 1979 model got minimal changes following its debut as a redesigned "new-size" model in 1978. Chevrolet manufactured the SS El Camino from 1968 to 1972 as a response to the Ford Ranchero, which debuted in 1957. Power and performance were reduced. Description. And of course, the LS6 was the top of the line. Frame-up rebuild Matching numbers 396/325 HP engine. The 454, the top engine, was available with the Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 automatic or 4-speed manual transmission. It could have been the new flamboyant wings of full-sized Chevys or perhap… Ford Australia was the first company to produce a coupe utility as a result of a 1932 letter from the wife of a farmer in Victoria, Australia asking for “a vehicle to go to church in on a Sunday and which can carry our pigs to market on Mondays”. Finished inPimento Red over black, the car was purchased by the seller from the original owner's nephew in June 2016 with 8,824 miles. Inside, the new top-of-the-line El Camino Classic featured luxurious interiors with notchback bench seats (or optional Strato bucket seats) upholstered in cloth or vinyl, carpeted door panels and woodgrain instrument panel trim. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 32 El Camino models in Biloxi. Find 338 used Chevrolet El Camino as low as $12,900 on Carsforsale.com®. Curiously, back-up lights moved from the rear bumper to the tailgate, where they were ineffective when the gate was down. 15 results per page. For 1972, horsepower measurements were switched to the "net" figures as installed in a vehicle with all accessories and emission controls hooked up. For 1973, the El Camino was redesigned. The new SS396, which actually displaced 402 cu in (6.6 L) (although all emblems read 396) was available. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 31 El Camino models in Lansing. Since the L34 (350 hp (261 kW)) & L78 (375 hp (280 kW)) were available in either El Camino series as well as the two SS396 body styles, there is no way of knowing how many of these optional engines went to which body style. buying and selling classic and collector vehicles. Chevrolet does report 17,176 L34 and 612 L78 engine options were sold in 1967 Chevelles, but there is no breakdown of body styles. Clearances for spring travel were also improved for a smoother ride over all types of surfaces; the coil springs at each wheel were computer-selected to match the individual car's weight. Hot Rod magazine conducted a test of an El Camino equipped with the hottest powertrain combination available in early 1959—a 315 bhp (235 kW; 319 PS), triple-carb, solid-lifter 348 V8 mated to a four-speed. ClassicCars.com has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States, successfully making the Inc. 5000 list in both 2015, Although there was no actual factory El Camino Super Sport until 1968, many owners have "cloned" '67 SS396s using 1967 Chevelle SS396 badges and trim. Upgraded 200R4 transmission with overdrive. The El Camino was built on a modified Brookwood station wagon platform. It came in a single trim level, its exterior using the mid-level Bel-Air's trim, and the interior of the low-end Biscayne. This 1986 Chevrolet El Camino SS is finished in black over a burgundy interior and is powered by a 305ci V8 paired with a 3-speed automatic transmission. system, a "smog pump", was added to control tailpipe emissions. Horsepower increased from 94 to 115 hp (70 to 86 kW). There were two different trim levels of El Caminos during this period. The front end featured a new single rectangular headlight design. The sister Malibu sedan and wagon were discontinued after the 1983 model year. 454/4-Speed: 1974 Chevrolet El Camino SS. Gateway Classic Cars of Scottsdale is excited to offer this fun-loving 1971 Chevrolet El Camino SS marketed on consignment with our Arizona showroom, located in North Phoenix. The 1977 models were little changed, except the 400 V8 was gone. The pioneering American sedan pickups just did not connect with enough car-buying Americans. Production resumed for the 1964–1977 model years based on the Chevelle platform, and continued for the 1978–1987 model years based on the GM G-body platform. [13], In 1966, GM added a 396 cu in (6.5 L) V8 engine to the lineup rated from 325 to 375 hp (280 kW). In 1983, the 4.4-liter V8 was gone, leaving the 5.0-liter version as the only optional gas V8. Description. [15] A benefit of the new body designs was much better visibility to which the unusually thin windshield pillars contributed. Both three- and four-speed manual transmissions had floor shifters. [3] Bandt went on to manage Ford's Advanced Design Department, being responsible for the body engineering of the XP, XT, XW, and XA series Ford Falcon utilities. In 1992, GM unveiled an El Camino concept, basically a pickup variant of the Chevrolet Lumina Z34. For the first time, the Chevrolet 350 V8 was used in an El Camino. New under the hood for 1982 was a 105 hp (78 kW) 5.7-liter (350-cubic-inch) Diesel V8, which was also offered in Chevrolet's full-size cars. Its chassis featured Chevrolet's "Safety-Girder" X-frame design and a full-coil suspension, both introduced in the 1958 model year. It was not available in California, and the optional four-speed stick was no longer offered. Muscle Truck: 1971 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454. It was manufactured between 1968 and 1972. It is finished in Light Blue Metallic with a black vinyl roof over a black vinyl interior and powered by a 429ci V8 paired with a 3-speed Turbo Hydramatic automatic transmission. Matching the Chevelle line and using the wagon chassis, it was the largest El Camino generation. [4] As always, there was a GMC version offered during the same time, called the GMC Suburban with the same features offered on the Chevrolet. 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS. The front end sheet metal and doors were shared with the Malibu, and the rear tailgate and bumper was shared with the Malibu station wagon. It was the second year the 396 (L35, L34, and L78) could be had in the El Camino (both 13480 300 Deluxe base and 13680 Malibu series). Ford designer Lew Bandt developed a suitable solution, and the first co… Initial engine offerings included six-cylinder engines of 194 and 230 cubic inches with horsepower ratings of 120 and 155 hp (89 and 116 kW), respectively. With its sinister-style dark presentation and growling big block V8 power, this 1971 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454 has the attitude you're going to love. 427 engine, turbo 400 trans, originally a four Spd car, I am the original owner, 2600 miles on restoration. The 1972 El Caminos wore single-unit parking and side marker lights on their front fenders, outside of a revised twin-bar grille, but little changed. New glass with weather stripe and gaskets. The undercarriage of this Chevrolet El Camino is as spotless as the top. 1969 Chevrolet El Camino SS presented as Lot F62 at Indianapolis, IN The Super Sport group included a 265 or 325 hp (198 or 242 kW) 396-cubic-inch V8 beneath a double-domed hood, along with a black-out grille displaying an SS emblem. This prestigious accolade represents the continued growth of the company, and ClassicCars.com's dominance as the world's largest online marketplace for The three-speed automatic added a lock-up torque converter to aid highway mileage. The 1970 models received sheet metal revisions that gave the bodies a more squared-up stance, and interiors were also redesigned. The Turbo-Jet 396 was offered in 325 bhp (242 kW) or 350 bhp (260 kW) versions. Gasoline-engine choices were unchanged, except Chevrolet's 229-cubic-inch (3.8-liter) V6 was now standard in California-bound cars, replacing Buick's 231-cubic-inch V6. The 1975 models featured a new grill, providing a fresh appearance. This one boasts air conditioning, making it even more unusual and desirable. The 1971 El Camino got fresh front-end styling (again shared with the Chevelle) that included large Power-Beam single-unit headlights, a reworked grille and bumper, and integral park/signal/marker lights. The 1970 El Camino SS strongly resembles the Chevrolet Chevelle SS. [21] Speculation in online forums[22] indicates 3GCCW80H2HS915586 "may" be the final vehicle. The base model and SS option shared interior and exterior appointments with the Chevelle Malibu, while the El Camino Classic (introduced for 1974) shared its trim with the more upscale Chevelle Malibu Classic. In 1970 the car received sheet metal revisions that gave the bodies a more squared-up stance. We recently acquired this 1972 Chevrolet Elcamino Super Sport from the last ow, Classic Car Marketing, Inc. Southern California’s premier marketing company is pleased to i, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino Resto Mod Has a LT1 engine with a 4160E trans many upgrades, excellent c, 1978 El Camino ss 305 4b new ac engine good and run great power seats power window  pow, Car has been sitting for years. Most of the other engines were carried over from 1964, including the 194 and 230 cubic-inch Turbo Thrift sixes, the 195 hp (145 kW) 283 cubic-inch Turbo-Fire V8 and 327 cubic-inch Turbo-Fire V8s of 250 and 300 hp (186 and 224 kW). The 1968 Chevelle received an all-new distinctly sculpted body with tapered front fenders and a rounded beltline. A total of 22,246 El Caminos were produced for 1959. This 1976 Triumph TR6 is a final-year example showing 9,028miles from new. They can also be unerringly boring…unless they are equipped as this one is. The car adopted a long-hood/short-deck profile with a high rear-quarter "kick-up". This was a styling exercise for a possible Pontiac version of the El Camino; the concept never reached production. Super Sport equipment could now be ordered with any V8 engine, including the base 307-cubic-inch version. Shop Chevrolet El Camino vehicles for sale in Lansing, MI at Cars.com. The left wheel was adjusted to have slightly more positive camber than the right, which resulted in a more uniform and stable steering feel on high-crown road surfaces while maintaining excellent freeway cruise stability. Obviously, we could expect to have many toned ranges and also specific designs, for instance, El Camino SS. El Camino actually outlasted the rear-drive Malibu, reaching the end of production for 1987. Mid-1959 powertrain availability was carried over with minimal changes for 1960: The base 283-cid V8 was detuned a bit for fuel economy and was now rated at 170 bhp (127 kW; 172 PS), and the fuel-injected engines were officially gone. Find the best Chevrolet El Camino for sale near you. Since the L35 396/325 hp engine was the base for the SS396 series, the number of L35 engines reported sold by Chevrolet in 1967 (2,565) were sold in one of the two El Camino series, which were the only other series the engine could be ordered in. A tachometer was optional.[14]. Tread width grew an inch front and rear. Unlike a standard pickup truck, the El Camino was adapted from the standard two-door Chevrolet station wagon platform and integrated the cab and cargo bed into the body. The 1974 El Caminos sported an elongated, Mercedes-type grille. Classic Chevrolet El Camino SS for Sale. A refurbishment was carried out in the spring of 2018, which included paint work, a suspension rebuild, tune-up of the 2.5-liter straight-six, a brake overhaul, interior and undercarriage cleaning, and installation of a new soft top. The 454-cubic-inch V8, downrated yet again to 215 hp (160 kW), made it into 1975 as an El Camino option, but this would be its last go-around. The Stevie Awards, the world's premier business awards recognized Unlike the Brookwoods wagon and a sedan delivery variant, the El Camino was available with any full-sized Chevrolet drivetrain. [29] In 2011, GM again considered bringing back the El Camino under the Chevrolet brand as early as 2015. The El Camino was a direct challenge Ford's Ranchero, a utility coupe dominating a previously untapped market. Find 31 used 1970 Chevrolet El Camino in Lansing, MI as low as $27,995 on Carsforsale.com®. Hardtop coupes featured a semi-fastback, flowing roofline (with a lon… It shared the same engine and transmission offerings as its Chevrolet counterpart. The Chevrolet El Camino SS is the high-performance model in the El Camino coupe utility lineup. Caprice station wagon using the grille of a 1994–96 Impala SS; this concept was destined for production, but was shelved when GM decided to discontinue the B-platform car line at the end of 1996. Classifieds for Classic Chevrolet El Camino SS. Orders plummeted by a third, to just 14,163, at which point Chevrolet discontinued the model; meanwhile, Ford moved 21,027 Rancheros, which were now based on the brand-new Falcon compact. [citation needed]. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Optional engines were the 267-cubic-inch V8 with 115 hp (86 kW) and The 305-cubic-inch V8, now with 150 hp (112 kW). [28] The G8 ST was slated for release as a 2010 model, but in January 2009, GM announced to dealers the G8 ST was cancelled due to budget cuts and restructuring. A new instrument panel with horizontal sweep speedometer was featured. For 1970, the El Camino was also available in two Super Sport models — the SS 396 and SS 454, each in two flavors of tune. That bested the count of 21,706 first-year Rancheros made in 1957 and the 14,169 Ford sedan pickups built in direct competition for the 1959 model year. New sheetmetal highlighted the 1966 El Camino, identical to the Chevelle. The 1959 El Camino was promoted as the first Chevrolet pickup built with a steel bed floor instead of wood. Dual remote mirrors, new twin sport mirrors, intermittent wipers, and cruise control were among new convenience features this year. Set an alert to be notified of new listings. The 307 2-barrel V8 with 115 hp (86 kW) was the base engine. Ford Australia was the first company to produce a coupé utility as a result of a 1932 letter from the wife of a farmer in Victoria, Australia, asking for "a vehicle to go to church in on a Sunday and which can carry our pigs to market on Mondays".