1966 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE

SS 396 TRIBUTE

EXCEPTIONALLY CLEAN AND STRAIGHT CAR THAT TREATED TO A BODY-ON-FRAME RESTORATION JUST A FEW YEARS AGO.

DEEP AND LUSTROUS MARINA BLUE PAINT WITH EXCEPTIONAL BRIGHT WORK AND CHROME TRIM.

396ci ROLLER ROCKER MOTOR MATED TO A 4-SPEED TRANSMISSION WITH 10-BOLT REAR.

EXTRA-CLEAN INTERIOR IN WHITE AND BLACK WITH STRATO BUCKETS, CONSOLE W/ TACH, AND MORE.

EXCEPTIONAL LOOKING AND DRIVING MACHINE THAT WILL FOOL YOUR FRIENDS AND CONFOUND YOUR ENEMIES!

CALL ME AT

941-286-0889

WITH QUESTIONS.

THIS VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DETAILED!!!

IT HAS BEEN WASHED, VACUUMED, AND WIPED DOWN WITH TURTLE WAX QUICK SHINE PRIOR TO BEING PHOTOGRAPHED.

IMAGINE HOW AMAZING IT WILL LOOK WHEN YOU TAKE THE TIME TO DETAIL AT HOME!

OVERVIEW

I am all for the true, correct, numbers matching restored cars that are available to collectors each and every day. Lord knows, I have sold a bunch of them over the years!

The sad part is, these cars are so expensive, and so much time and money has been spent to make them so pristine, that they NEVER get out of the garage and onto the streets!

That’s why I am such a fan of well-done tribute/clone cars, because you save tens of thousands of dollars, get the same looks from passerby, and not have to worry yourself sick each time you take it out for a cruise. In short, you actually get to DRIVE and ENJOY your car!

This amazing Chevelle is a well-done 396 SS tribute that has been carefully restored and upgraded to make it look fantastic, drive wonderfully, and fool all but the most astute collector when you drive it past.

Please take a moment to read the detailed listing, look over the 75 extra-large detailed photos, and then call me to make it yours before someone else does it first!

THIS VEHICLE HAS A CLEAN AND CLEAR FLORIDA TITLE IN OUR POSSESSION, AND IS NOT A CONSIGNMENT VEHICLE.

DESCRIPTION

Marina Blue. To me, it is the PERFECT color for a Chevelle. This particular car wears its color beautifully, with a finish that is less than 2 years old, and still shows very well today.

It has some very miniscule marks and blemishes from normal use, as you would expect, but nothing that detracts from the overall appearance of the car.

This is NOT a “10 Footer”, but maybe a “3 Footer”, and it is NOT a $10,000 paint job, but a cleanly done local bodyshop finish that still turns heads whenever you drive it.

It has an ample amount of clear on it, and you could wet sand and buff the car again and make it show even nicer. It has some tiny stone chips, a touched-up mark or two, little tiny hairline scratches, and other signs of normal wear from driving it fairly often the last few years, but it is still a VERY good-looking machine.

The body is good, solid steel, and I can take my 4”X4” felt covered magnet over the entire car and it sticks like glue. No beer can repairs, bondo panels, or chicken wire in this machine!

The trunk is solid and original, and the trunk pan shows two areas where little pinhole spots exist. I have detailed them both in large photos below, beside the keys to the car to show just how small they are. The area around them is solid to the touch, and I elected to leave them alone, as they are not really an issue.

Trunk seam, rear valence panel, and rubber trim are in great condition.

The trim on the car is in GOOD to EXCELLENT condition all the way around the exterior. A lot of the trim parts and bright work are brand new items installed just a few years ago when the restoration was done, and everything but the windshield wiper arms still shows wonderfully, as you can see in the 100 EXTRA-LARGE photos below. The wiper arms are original to the car, and have a fair bit of aging and patina on them, but they function as they should, and are very inexpensive to replace if you elect to.

Correct Super Sport and SS396 badging looks fantastic on the car.

The side rocker trim looks good, but the black paint in the grooves has a few tiny areas where it has chipped due to protecting the rockers from debris.

The glass on the car is mostly original, and shows very well with the exception of the windshield. The windshield has a fair amount of wear showing on it, but no chips or cracks. It is quite serviceable, but just isn’t up to the standard of the rest of the car. Side glass front and rear is in good condition, and the windows go up and down with ease on new regulators and fuzzies. Vent windows operate as they should, and rubber trim on them has taken on a haze for some reason. It is not dry or brittle, just a little bit hazy.

The hood is a real SS unit that was fit to the car, and looks wonderful.

The car rides on OEM 15X7 Ralley wheels with correct caps and trim rings, and they are all in exceptional condition. Tires are REDLINE units, and they are only about 3,000 miles old with no signs of damage or unusual wear.

Overall, the exterior of the car is a solid 7.5 out of 10.0, with just a few minor marks from normal use. When you take the time to clean, buff, and detail the car when you get it home, you can bump it up to a 8.5 without much effort.

Inside the car, almost everything was replaced or refurbished to make it look as good as the exterior.

Door panels, kick panels, side panels, and pillar fillers all look very good and show no sign of damage.

Front STRATO bucket seats look fantastic, as does the rear bench.

All of the seats have the factory seat belts with them, for safety.

The dash pad looks new, and the dash itself shows wonderfully with just a little bit of normal patina and wear showing.

Factory fuel gauge, speedometer, and odometer all work as they should, but the clock does not.

A set of SUNPRO gauges mounted under the dash monitors vitals like WATER TEMP, OIL PRESSURE, and VOLTAGE.

A PYLE AM/FM/USB/MP3 w/ CARD READER head unit fits in the factory surround neatly, and provides a fantastic sound playing through the multiple speakers in the cabin.

The original climate control panel is intact in the car, but it is no longer equipped with A/C.

The glove box locks, but does not have the cardboard insert in it. Easy to find at NPD.  

A correct center console with functional tachometer sets between the buckets, and it shows well and provides a spot for the HURST shifter with white ball to reside.

The carpet in the car is in very good condition, with no tears, damage, or discoloration.

The headliner is in good condition, and shows light signs of age in spots.

Visors look like new, and function as they should.

All of the seals, weather strip, and interior trim shows very good, as do the door handles and window rollers inside the car.

The vent window metal trim at the front leading edge of the doors shows light patina and wear from normal use.

Overall, the interior of the car is a solid 7.5 out of 10.0. As with the exterior, a proper cleaning and detailing of the car will make the inside jump to an 8.0 or better without investing anything more than time and elbow grease.

The chassis on the car is the original frame, which was cleaned and painted before being reassembled with all new suspension components, bushings, control arms, sway bars, shocks, springs, and hardware. Even though it was done a few years ago, the undercarriage still looks fantastic, thanks to indoor climate controlled storage, and dry Florida winter cruising seasons. Pressure wash it and wipe it down when you get it home, and that’s about all she needs to be ready for a show mirror.

Power brakes were all-new from the pads to the lines when the restoration was completed, and they still look and stop great. The car does not pull under braking, it does not have excessive fade, and it does not have undue pedal modulation.

At the time of the build, it was also treated to a new power brake booster, and new hardware, all of which looks and functions wonderfully today.

The fuel tank was removed, media blasted, cleaned, and painted before being reinstalled with new hardware, fuel pump, filter, and lines.

A 10-Bolt GM rear was rebuilt with new seals and mounted in place with new hardware and a custom balanced driveshaft connecting it to the 4-Speed manual transmission. Gearing is 3.73 according to the prior owner, and it has plenty of snap off the line to impress your friends with tire-smoking shenanigans if you’d like.

Transmission shifts smooth and sure, and clutch travel feels good, with a fast take-up at start, and smooth transitions between the gears.

The motor on the car is a GM 396ci motor of unknown origin. It was treated to a new valvetrain, mild cam, Edelbrock Performer aluminum intake, Edelbrock 4bbl carb, HEI ignition, and dressed with polished aluminum Chevy Logo valve covers, chrome breather, chrome air cleaner with correct decal, chrome alternator with matching bracket and cover, high volume water pump, new radiator with shroud and large diameter fan, and more.

It breathes through a true-dual 2.5” aluminized exhaust system with 40 Series Flowmaster mufflers that sound AMAZING!

It starts easy, idles cleanly, and is ready to go at any time. Power comes on strong, and pulls cleanly through each gear, with ample power available to spin tires, pass a line of cars, or just scream down the back roads like a Duke Boy would.

Engine bay is clean, neat, and presentable, and you can open the hood with pride at a local or regional car show. As with the rest of the car, a little bit of polish and elbow grease could make the engine show even nicer than it does, and will give you something to do on a Saturday morning.

All of the wiring is cleanly done and out of the way.

It does not run hot, and I have had it down to the beach in gridlocked traffic TWICE in the last few weeks, where it sits and idles for 40 minutes creeping ahead one car length at a time. It stays at about 186 most of the time, and got up to 205 on the beach in the middle of a 100 degree Saturday. Other than that, it has been COOL RUNNINGS the whole time.

I have personally put about 75 miles on the car, locally and on the highway. It is a BLAST to drive, has a solid and taut ride with good handling, and tons of power at your disposal.

It tracks straight, and does not wander or pull even under hard braking.

I would imagine you could fly in and drive this car home anywhere in the lower 48 if you wanted to, and it could be an exciting trip!

In the area? Come see it. If not, fly down here for a personal showing! I am willing to bet that the first person who comes here to see the car in person will buy it.

MILEAGE IS EXEMPT ON THE TITLE, AND THE MILEAGE STATED IS THE CURRENT MILEAGE SHOWING ON THE FUNCTIONING ODOMETER.

The title is in the dealerships name, and this is NOT a consignment car.

It is ready for transfer to the next owner, and is eligible for export sale as well.

If you are seriously interested in the car, and require more information, feel free to call me at (941)286-0889 for a complete phone walk-around description of the vehicle, and to answer any questions or concerns you may have about it.

I strongly encourage a personal showing of the vehicle, or an inspection by a 3rd party, as that will only serve to help me sell the car quickly. If you see the car in person, you will buy it. That simple.

This car was safety checked by our technician, and as of the date of this listing:

-HEADLIGHTS WORK

-TAIL LIGHTS WORK

-RUNNING LIGHTS WORK

-BRAKE LIGHTS WORK

I have NOTHING to hide, and welcome personal inspections

PRIOR TO YOU BIDDING/WINNING THE AUCTION!!!

I strongly encourage a personal showing of the vehicle at our Fort Myers, FL location, and also welcome independent inspection services to review it on your behalf.

I can also take the vehicle to a local dealer, or other nearby service center, for an inspection at your expense prior to you bidding on it. Please call me to arrange.

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THIS VEHICLE IS AVAILABLE FOR RETAIL SALE AT OUR FORT MYERS, FL LOCATION, AND I RESERVE THE RIGHT TO END THE AUCTION AT ANY TIME SHOULD THE VEHICLE BE SOLD. 

THE VEHICLE IS SOLD IN AS-IS / WHERE-IS CONDITION WITH FULL RIGHT TO INSPECT PRIOR TO BIDDING ON THE AUCTION.

THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DESCRIBED TO THE BEST OF MY ABILITY, HONESTLY, AND OBJECTIVELY.

INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THE LISTING IS CULLED FROM A VARIETY OF SOURCES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO: VISUAL INSPECTION, PRIVATE PARTY INSPECTION, RECEIPTS OR RECORDS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE, INORMATION SUPPLIED BY THE PRIOR OWNER, AND PERSONAL DRIVE TIME WITH THE VEHICLE. IF GEAR RATIOS, ENGINE INTERNAL SPECIFICS, TRANSMISSION INTERNAL SPECIFICS, AND ANY OTHER DETAILS THAT ARE NOT APPARENT IN THE PHOTOS SHOWN ARE LISTED, THAT IS BASED ON THE INFORMATION SUPPLIED BY PRIOR OWNER, AS WE DO NOT BREAK OPEN ENGINES, TRANSMISSIONS, REAR ENDS, ETC., SO WE ARE SIMPLY OFFERING IT TO YOU IN THE SAME GOOD FAITH THAT IT WAS OFFERED TO US. WHEN IN DOUBT, COME HERE AND SEE IT FOR YOURSELF, OR HIRE AN INSPECTION SERVICE.

MILEAGE STATED IN LISTING IS CORRECT AT THE TIME OF THE LISTING, BUT CAN INCREASE DUE TO TEST DRIVES, TAKING THE VEHICLES TO CAR SHOWS, AND MOVING THEM BETWEEN OUR WAREHOUSES. MILEAGE WILL NO EXCEED THE AMOUNT STATED BY MORE THAN 150 MILES.

PURCHASER AGREE'S THAT ANY AN ALL ARBITRATION, LEGAL PROCEEDINGS, OR UNRESOLVED COMPLAINTS SURROUNDING THE VEHICLE, THIS AUCTION, OR OUR DEALERSHIP, WILL BE PURSUED THROUGH LEE COUNTY, FL SMALL CLAIMS COURT AND NO OTHER STATE, COUNTY, MUNICIPALITY, OR FEDERAL COURT SYSTEM.

PURCHASER FURTHER AGREES THAT BY BIDDING ON THIS AUCTION, HE AGREES TO COMPLETE THE TRANSACTION AS STATED IN THE LISTING, OR WILL REMIT $500.00 usd TO COVER DAMAGES ACCRUED BY THE SELLER. IN THE EVENT THAT THE $500.00 usd IS NOT PAID WITHIN 10 DAYS OF AUCTION END, WINNING BIDDER AGREES TO ALSO REIMBURSE THE SELLER FOR ANY AND ALL REASONABLE FEE'S IN COLLECTING THE DEBT INCURRED, INCLUDING COURT COSTS, COLLECTION FEE, AND LOST WAGES SENT IN SEEKING FULFILLMENT OF THE SAID OBLIGATION.

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PLEASE CALL ME IN ADVANCE TO ARRANGE.

ALL SALES

RETAIL OR WHOLESALE

ARE SUBJECT TO A

$299 DEALER DOCUMENTARY FEE AND THIS IS BEING DISCLOSED PER STATE AND FEDERAL DISCLOSURE LAWS.

PLEASE BID ACCORDINGLY, AS THIS $299 WILL BE CHARGED

OVER AND ABOVE

YOUR WINNING BID AMOUNT.

WINNING BIDDER NEEDS TO PAY A $250.00 NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT WITHIN 24 HOURS

(PAYPAL PREFERRED)

AND BE PREPARED TO SETTLE UP IN FULL WITHIN 7 DAYS.

 PLEASE DO YOUR DUE DILIGENCE AND RESEARCH BEFORE BIDDING. 

WINNING BIDDER WILL GET A BILL OF SALE AND CLEAN AND CLEAR TITLE, AND ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYING SALES TAX, TITLE, REGISTRATION, ETC. IN THEIR HOME STATE.

WE ARE REQUIRED TO COLLECT TAX, TAG, TITLE, FEES ON VEHICLES BEING TITLED AND REGISTERED IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA!

IF WE ARE AWAITING TITLE FROM A VEHICLE WE ARE OFFERING FOR SALE DUE TO IT BEING IN TRANSIT FROM A DEALER,  YOU WILL RECIEVE ALL DOCUMENTATION SHOWING OWNERSHIP, AND WE WILL SUPPLY THE TITLE VIA OVERNITE SERVICE NO LATER THAN 31 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF SALE.

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