Another 1967 Chevelle SS 396 Saved!

15055079030_c33ba05d57_k“They are all used up!” is something  you might hear a car enthusiasts say. It’s no joke, they aren’t making new Chevelles, or Bel-Airs anymore. Well, minus the reproduction bodies. But most of our beloved classics, you have to buy one that’s restored or you’re out of luck. Especially when you’re trying to find something more rare, such as a real Super Sport.

15055171837_7b24c31b21_kWhile they might not be as plentiful as they were 20 years ago, there are still real deal Super Sport cars out there, just waiting to be restored. However, you might just have to wait until the owner that swears he’s going to fix it up gives up, or passes away.

This lucky guy had just that luck. This SS Chevelle was raced, then put into a pole barn for storage. There it sat for years, waiting for some love. Then the car got pushed outside for a short bit, where it was all but forgotten. The old man that owned the car passed away, and his wife put it up for sale. All his friends that promised to buy it didn’t have the cash. After a lot of tire kickers, this gentleman picked it up and hauled it away.

Even though the car had spent some time outdoors, it seems pretty solid. The original big-block is gone, with a small-block in its place that is blown up. A time card from the drag strip shows at one point this car went down the strip at 13.17 seconds at 106.88 miles per hour. No indication what motor was powering the car at that time. For more info and few other pictures, click here.

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About the author

Tim King

Tim grew up in the garage with his Father. From those early years grew a passion for anything with a motor. Helping his Dad and brother restore a '67 Nova is what fueled Tim’s passion for cars. At the age of 15 he bought his first car, a 1966 Chevelle which he still owns to this day. That car started his journey into the automotive world where he’s done just about everything, from being an auto mechanic to an aftermarket Sales Manager. Not only is he a gear head, but he also holds two Bachelors degrees from Cal State San Bernardino.
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