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. 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. 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. The El Camino was a direct challenge Ford's Ranchero, a utility coupe dominating a previously untapped market. 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. El Camino actually outlasted the rear-drive Malibu, reaching the end of production for 1987. The mid-1955 introduction of Chevrolet's Cameo Carrier pickup truck helped pave the way for the El Camino. Crossflow radiators and coolant reservoirs prevented overheating. [1] GMC's badge engineered El Camino variant, the Sprint, was introduced for the 1971 model year. Muscle Truck: 1971 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454. 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! This 1950 Ford F1 is a matching-numbers pickup with a fully refurbished interior and exterior, and powered by its original 239ci flathead V8 and 3-speed manual transmission. The car has beenstored covered on a lift in aclimate-controlledgarage since the refurbishment. 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 350 V8 became the base engine and a 400 V8 engine was new this year. 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. 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). Classic Chevrolet El Camino SS for Sale. 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. In 1968, the SS was a separate model (the "SS-396"). The 1979 model got minimal changes following its debut as a redesigned "new-size" model in 1978. Though mileage with the diesel was commendable, it was an expensive option and would eventually amass a dismal repair record. All-vinyl Strato bucket seats and center console were an $111 option. Find 338 used Chevrolet El Camino as low as $12,900 on Carsforsale.com®. 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. There were two different trim levels of El Caminos during this period. The car adopted a long-hood/short-deck profile with a high rear-quarter "kick-up". A single chrome bar connected quad headlights, and a slotted bumper held the parking lights. Both three- and four-speed manual transmissions had floor shifters. The 3rd Generation of the Chevrolet El Camino SS was built between 1968-1972 and is a high-performance variant in the El Camino coupé utility line-up. It shared the same engine and transmission offerings as its Chevrolet counterpart. The first generation didn't last long. This 1976 Triumph TR6 is a final-year example showing 9,028miles from new. Power is provided by a performance-enhanced small block 350ci Chevrolet V8 paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. 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. The interior was revamped including cloth and vinyl or all-vinyl bench seats and deep twist carpeting. The 1975 high energy ignition (HEI) provided spark to the spark plugs with minimal maintenance and increased power. Description. It was not widely ordered by many however, more than likely due to limited information both on the part of customers and many dealers at the time. The 1959 El Camino was promoted as the first Chevrolet pickup built with a steel bed floor instead of wood. 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. 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. A facelifted El Camino AJ was released in 1976 with production ceasing in 1978.[27]. A tachometer was optional.[14]. This model was the sportiest of the El Camino line, with modifications to produce 502 horsepower! 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. [24] A version of the later Holden HQ utility was marketed in South Africa as the Chevrolet El Camino AQ. [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. The El Camino was introduced for the 1959 model year two years after the Ford Ranchero. [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. The 250 I6 came with a 3-speed manual or an optional Turbo Hydra-matic. However, a "small-block" 267-cubic-inch (4.4-liter) V8 joined the options list and slotted between the standard 3.3-liter V6 and the optional 5.0-liter four-barrel V8. The shocks were continued over all generations, the frames only thru 1967. Available interior trim shades were once again gray, blue, and green. [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). This 1932 Ford Highboy roadster is a custom build that was assembled by the seller over a 3-year period and finished in 2019. 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. Floor coverings were in medium-tone vinyl. 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. The original El Camino and Ranchero would compete directly only in the 1959 model year.[6]. Options included power windows and locks. Super Sport equipment could now be ordered with any V8 engine, including the base 307-cubic-inch version. 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. The low-level trim and marketing efforts focused almost exclusively on commercial customers may have inhibited sales, as well. The Chevrolet El Camino SS is the high-performance model in the El Camino coupe utility lineup. 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. This Highboy shows just over 1k miles since the build was completed and is offered with documentation of the work and a clear West Virginia title in the seller's name. In 1970 the car received sheet metal revisions that gave the bodies a more squared-up stance. The 454, the top engine, was available with the Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 automatic or 4-speed manual transmission. Based on the Holden Commodore Ute, it shared the G8 platform with a 73 in (1,900 mm) cargo bed. Box capacity was almost 33 cubic feet (0.93 m3). 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. The 1977 models were little changed, except the 400 V8 was gone. The El Camino was built on a modified Brookwood station wagon platform. The 1981 engines mostly continued from 1980, but now used GM's Computer Command Control (CCC) emission system. The 1967 El Camino followed the Chevelle's styling facelift with a new grille, front bumper, and trim. 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. The new SS396, which actually displaced 402 cu in (6.6 L) (although all emblems read 396) was available. Shop Chevrolet El Camino vehicles for sale in Biloxi, MS at Cars.com. Curiously, back-up lights moved from the rear bumper to the tailgate, where they were ineffective when the gate was down. Set an alert to be notified of new listings. Rebuilt in Fremont, California and delivered new at Ted Green Chevrolet in Torrance, California. Buyers could now choose an Econominder instrument package that included a vacuum gauge to point out when optimum fuel economy was being attained. Home. New sheetmetal highlighted the 1966 El Camino, identical to the Chevelle. 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. 1966 Chevrolet El Camino (with non-standard wheels). Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. 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. The similar but less flamboyant 1960 model started at $2366 for the six-cylinder model; another $107 for a V8 with the two-barrel 283. Power front disc brakes and Positraction were optional. Classifieds for Classic Chevrolet El Camino SS. Arguably the El Camino would go on to the the more famous of the two, and the most famous of the American coupe utility vehicles. 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. [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 three-speed manual was standard with all engines, and a four-speed or automatic was optional. 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). Obviously, we could expect to have many toned ranges and also specific designs, for instance, El Camino SS. [citation needed], The Pontiac G8 ST was shown at the New York International Auto Show in March 2008. The three-speed manual transmission was standard; 4-speed manual and Turbo Hydra-Matic 3-speed automatic transmissions were optional. [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. 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS. 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). For 1971, mandated lower-octane unleaded fuel necessitated a reduction in engine compression, and GM's A.I.R. 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. Shop Chevrolet El Camino vehicles for sale in Lansing, MI at Cars.com. 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. A first generation 1959 El Camino. Upgraded 200R4 transmission with overdrive. 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. Find Chevrolet El Camino SSs currently listed for sale today on AutaBuy.com. A total of 22,246 El Caminos were produced for 1959. It has sleek paint on the outside, a comfy interior with A/C, and a crate small block V8 has been built to deliver a nice upgrade in power and rumble. 427 engine, turbo 400 trans, originally a four Spd car, I am the original owner, 2600 miles on restoration. Matching the Chevelle line and using the wagon chassis, it was the largest El Camino generation. system, a "smog pump", was added to control tailpipe emissions. Alterations to the 1979 El Camino amounting to little more than a new divided grille. [citation needed]. The sister Malibu sedan and wagon were discontinued after the 1983 model year. For the first time, though, the El Camino had a unique chassis – it was shared with no other Chevrolet. For 1972, horsepower measurements were switched to the "net" figures as installed in a vehicle with all accessories and emission controls hooked up. Frame-up rebuild Matching numbers 396/325 HP engine. The 1970 models received sheet metal revisions that gave the bodies a more squared-up stance, and interiors were also redesigned. This F1 has a rebuilt carburetor and a new fuel sending unit and is offered with clean Florida title in the seller's name. Chevrolet manufactured the SS El Camino from 1968 to 1972 as a response to the Ford Ranchero, which debuted in 1957. These were quad units in stacked arrangement. A three speed floor shifted manual transmission was standard, but most got the optional three-speed automatic. 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. For 1976, El Camino Classic models now featured the new rectangular headlights that other high-end GM cars were sporting. According to Chevrolet stylist Chuck Jordan, GM Harley Earl had suggested a coupé pickup in 1952.
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