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AutoHunter Spotlight: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle

A 496ci big-block stroker V8 under the cowl induction hood

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Featured on AutoHunter, the online auction platform driven by ClassicCars.com, is a 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle.

The Chevelle’s Vapor Silver exterior is accented by black stripes and SS emblems. The exterior features a cowl-induction hood, a rear bumper pad with an SS emblem, and wheel well trim.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle

It rides on 18-inch Rocket Racing Attack wheels with Nitto low-profile radial tires.

“The cabin has been lined with insulation and sound-damping material,” the listing states. “It comes furnished with black vinyl Rally bucket front seats and a matching rear seat, trim, and door panels. Features include a black center console with a locking storage compartment and a horseshoe shifter, manual windows, power steering and brakes, Vintage Air climate controls, a Fusion AM/FM/Bluetooth stereo, an Illusion Audio amplifier and speakers, a tilt steering column, and a three-spoke billet steering wheel. The seller states that all electrical systems have been upgraded. The trunk is lined with carpeted panels.”

Under the cowl-induction hood is a 454-based 496ci big-block stroker V8 engine featuring FiTech Go EFI fuel-injection, an Edelbrock intake manifold, and Edelbrock Performer RPM O-Port high-compression cylinder heads. It also features a March Performance serpentine belt engine accessory system, Griffin aluminum radiator with dual electric fans, long-tube Hooker headers, and a full-length Flowmaster dual exhaust system.

496ci big-block stroker V8 engine
496ci big-block stroker V8 engine

The engine is paired with a 700R4 four-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the rear wheels through a 12-bolt rear end with a Detroit Locker and 3.73:1 gears.

This 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle has an upgraded suspension with RideTech components, power UniSteer Performance rack-and-pinion steering, and Right Stuff power disc brakes.

Dyno report
Dyno report

The sale includes a clear title, dynamometer test results, and documentation of the build. The odometer shows 74 miles, but the true mileage on this Chevy is unknown.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle

This 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle’s auction ends on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at 4:20 p.m. (MST)

Visit the AutoHunter listing for more information and photo gallery

David P. Castro
David P. Castro
The Santa Rosa, California native is an experienced automotive and motorsports writer with a passion for American muscle cars. He is a credentialed automotive, NASCAR, and IndyCar reporter that graduated from the University of Nevada. A devoted F1 and NASCAR fan, he currently resides in Phoenix, Arizona with his wife, son, Siberian Husky, Mini Cooper, and 1977 Chevrolet C10.

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