$80k build to Pro-Tour specs - Super Sport hood & trim - Gorgeous restoration

I'm apologizing in advance for the very lengthy written description. However, if you have genuine interest in purchasing the car, please take the time to read every word. It's definitely worth the 15 minutes it will take.

1967 Chevelle 136 Vin

One family owned since new

Super Sport hood, emblems and trim added

Done to Pro-touring standards

Built 383 "Stroker" small block

700R4 overdrive transmission

4-wheel disc brakes & power steering

Top of the line suspension components

Custom fit 18 & 20 inch wheels and tires

The list goes on

Now that I'm almost 50 and have thinned my collection considerably over the last couple of years, most of what's in my garage is here to stay and maybe my wife will choose which one to bury me in. They are either cars I've had most of my life or vehicles I've always wanted to own so I sought them out like a hunter searching for prey. Occasionally, a vintage car or truck finds me and in a weak moment I add them to the herd. This is the case with my Chevelle. A close friend called and told me about the car and the sad story that came with it. The wife of the owner that had the car built needed to sell it. Unfortunately, a family crisis forced the sale. I met with her the next day and began building a bridge that ultimately led to the purchase of this car. I never enjoy purchasing a vehicle that's being sold out of desperation, especially when the car has been in the family since day-one. Yes, the aunt of the previous owner bought the car new. Stories like that take all the fun out of it. Nevertheless, a mutually beneficial deal was made and I took the car home. Once the car was in my garage I started the process of freshening and tightening up the restoration that had been done about 8 years before. The previous owner had several lucrative businesses and spent thousands of dollars on this car. I don't agree will all of his choices but the money was flowing and it was his dream to transform the Chevelle into a show-stopper that turned everyone's head. From what I can gather, he had all work done by local shops and professionals rather than doing any of the work himself. Very little sweat-equity. That luxury cost him dearly. The family swears more than 6 figures were invested in the restoration but without full documentation I'm uncomfortable standing by that claim. When you tell people that money is no object and that you have a "blank check" even the most honorable body men, painters, engine builders and interior guys will capitalize on the situation. And, boy did they! He received quality work and skilled craftsmanship but he over-paid for it all. What the heck, he had lots of cash to throw around. Sometimes good things come to an end. When the recession hit in 2008-2009 his circumstances changed drastically. Businesses folded and the fountain of money dried up. Even though the Chevelle was 90% completed by that time it primarily just sat in the garage needing final touches and bugs worked out. Again, although the car is a stunning rolling piece of art, I disagree with some of his choices but this is the canvas I had to work with. Don't get me wrong, it's a gorgeous car with substantial investment that's easy to see, I'm just more of a purest at heart. That being said, even a collector like me that prefers originality and correctness has to admit that this is a neat car deserving appreciation. My bragging rights are limited. With the help of a close friend that possesses more skill than myself we made some moderate changes and improvements. The 18 & 20 inch wheels are brand new and a comprehensive engine compartment detailing/correcting was performed. Some excess wiring was cleaned up and we got just about everything to work properly. Previous owner was more concerned with a $4000 sound system than having functioning windshield wipers. The tunes are wonderful but I would have prioritized differently. With very few exceptions, I've been able to get the car dialed in extremely well. I've gone as far as I want to. It is a beautiful and nicely done car. Even though I appreciate the beauty and quality of this Chevelle, it does not have a piece of me. My motivation to cross off the last items on the grocery list of minor complaints is all but gone. The next owner can enjoy taking credit for final touches. The first few photos you'll see are of the exterior, interior, engine bay, etc... All of those areas are exceptional. I will provide details pertaining to condition and specifics under those pictures.

All of my eBay experiences have been enjoyable over the years as I've sold members of my collection. I'm grateful for the kind words and compliments I've received. My opinions have guided me well and I stand behind them but please keep in mind that these are my personal opinions and observations pertaining to a 49 year old vehicle and they may differ from your own. I welcome showing my Chevelle in person to anyone with genuine interest. I live very near the Portland Oregon Airport and would gladly pick you up. Each photo shows the car clearly and accurately from as many angles and lighting conditions as I could capture. It is my intention to make this as close to you seeing and touching the car for yourself as possible. Feel free to click on the "ask a question" link here in the auction and I will respond to all polite questions. Phone calls are great too. My telephone number is503-575-0404and calls between 8AM and 9PM Pacific time are just fine. My auction runs for 5 days and is scheduled to end on Tuesday evening, the 25th of October at 7:30PM Pacific.

I reserve the right to end my auction early in the event I accept a genuine offer and my Chevelle becomes no longer available.

I set a conservative reserve price on my Chevelle. All that I ask in return is for your bids to be real and your intent to purchase be sincere. I personally took every picture you're about to see. No photo has been altered, photo-shopped or enhanced in any way. This is my car and these pictures are true to her in-person appearance. Thanks for your time, DAVE

I have describedmy car honestly and to the best of my ability based on over 30 years ofowning and driving vintage vehicles. I have faith in the drivability of my Chevelle and everything is in working order per my written description provided above with exceptions noted. I enjoy driving her without concern and but she is almost 50 years old so routine service and repairs should be expected based on her age. If you are not comfortable with a sight-unseen purchase, please come see the car for yourself or have an independent inspection performed PRIORto bidding, NOT after. I will not be responsible for the decisions of others. Free and clear Certificate Of Oregon Title will be provided.I would appreciate thewinning bidder contacting me immediately upon end of auction just so the lines of communication are opened.My telephone number is503-575-0404

I am happy to be an active and hands-on part of this entire process from start to finish but the buyer is ultimately responsible for pickup or shipping of this vehicle and anypre-purchaseinspections need to be doneBEFOREauction ending. If you wish to have it shipped using a service, I will gladly assist in loading and be present for the transport condition formand other reasonable help. Locating a transporter is the buyers responsibility but I can make recommendations and share the relationships I've built. Vehicle transport has become very reasonable.I personally use a privately dispatched trucking company. They have handled my transport needs perfectly for the last several years with careful handling, excellent rates and fast service even all the way to the East Coast. I will provide contact info at your request. Dependable Auto Shippers (D.A.S.) is a transporter that eBay recommends and my experiences with them before I started using only private carriers were just fine. My location zip code is 97214. Coast-to-Coast transport isaround $1400.00 andeven less the closer you are to Oregon. Shipping to Australia, Europe and other Countries has also become affordable and easy to arrange.

*If you are outside of the United States or Canada, you MUSTcontact me to confirm your bidding activity as authentic.*If you are an eBay memberwith negative history or have a (0) or even a low transaction score,I need to hear from youjust to verify your sincerity and accept your bids as genuine. We all started from (0) and I'm happy to give a leg up. I reserve the right to cancel bids at any point for these reasons. Email or phone contact is fine. Communication is all I ask.