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1970 Bonneville Convertible 455 49k Original Miles on 2040-cars

Year:1970 Mileage:49651
Location:

Tacoma, Washington, United States

Tacoma, Washington, United States
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1970 BONNEVILLE CONVERTIBLE 455 49K ORIGINAL MILES

Beautiful all original 1970 Bonneville Convertible 455 with only 49,000 original miles, PS, PB, Power windows, tilt steering, Stock AM/FM radio, and 2 sets of extra hub caps.  It is a true survivor, lived its whole life in the Pacific Northwest (no road salt) it is in near perfect original condition.  The only modifications include recent top end work (Mild cam with new valve springs and lifters, High rise manifold, Holley Carburetor, Professionally done $5,000) New Coker white wall tires $1,200, New brakes including new front disk brake, rear drum overhaul $1,000, New shocks, New molding seals. All electrical systems function (the dash clock only works intermittently)

 As you can see from the photos that there is no sign of rust, the paint still looks nice but is 15 years old, the original interior is in near perfect condition,  It has been garaged its whole life.

It is a gas to take to Car shows, the Gallery photo was right before Rod Run in Long Beach, WA back in September.  it is very unique and in exceptional condition (to many Camaros, Firebirds and Hot rods) and gets compliments every time I drive it.

When I purchased my Bonneville, I searched for almost a year trying to find one that was original and in decent condition.  Finding one was not an easy endeavor, I found it in Bend, OR, the original owner had passed away at 87 and was having a third party sell the car.  His Daughter said from the day he bought it off the showroom floor it was always just a Sunday driver, which explains the low mileage.  She also said he kept it in his shop for as long as he owned it and never drove in the rain, the top was always down when he took it for a drive.  When I saw the advertisement, I immediately jumped in my car with my wife at 8:00 in the evening and drove 300 miles to look at it.  I saw the Bonneville from about 2 blocks away and knew immediately that it was the one I had been looking for.  

I believe in full disclosure, so here are the items that I am aware of that need attention (all minor issues);

  • Paint, it still shines and looks nice but will eventually need new paint (small quarter size paint bubbling on hood near the windshield)

  • Power windows, still work but the passenger window is slow and they could use a overhaul (Overhaul kit $399 from OPGI.COM)

  • Convertible top, it is the original top which is 44 years old (demonstrates the tremendous shape and care of the car) has a small tear (see photo) and the adhesive on the rear glass has a section approximately 6 inches that needs repair (New top, $300 from OPGI.COM)

  • Carpet is in decent condition (no rips or tears) but is original

  • Wood panel on passenger side dash, has some wear (see photo)

  • The A-Pillar seal needs to be installed (New seal comes with car, all other seals have been replaced)

  • Body, small dime size ding on the driver’s side fender (see photo)

The car runs and drives like new, the original gas and brake pedal show little wear.  I really hate to part ways with it, but my wife and I have been Research Scientist’s at Weyerhaeuser for over 30 years and recently got laid off.

I have sold 3 Classic cars on EBAY without any complaints.

I have the car listed locally and on several other sites, so I reserve the right to stop the auction at anytime.

I will be happy to answer any questions you may have.  I’m just hoping it goes to a good home.

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