67 Chevelle SS, 396 Big Block 4 speed auto black on black

First off, the black paint on this car is every bit as nice as it looks in photos, maybe even nicer. Someone spent an ungodly amount of time getting this sinister hardtop laser straight, and it's well beyond anything the factory ever produced. This is one of those cars where the builder was following a dream, not a budget, and as a result the car has thousands of hours lovingly poured into it. Gaps are excellent, the panels don't show a single wave or ripple, and that black paint is as deep and rich as a black hole. A proper wet sanding and professional buff eliminated the orange peel that's a natural by-product of DuPont's best two-stage urethane, and the reflections in the surface are as crystal clear as the ones in the mirror you use to comb your hair each morning. Am I gushing? Maybe, but this car is seriously nice in ways that are usually reserved for vehicles with at least one more digit in their price tag.

The fellow who built this car wisely chose to leave the factory trim alone—no shaved emblems, no missing door handles, and even those cool hood inserts remain. Of course, that doesn't mean it wasn't all restored to match the body, with brilliant chrome on the bumpers and highly polished stainless everywhere else. New emblems were used where appropriate, from the 'Super Sport' badges on the rear quarters to the '396 Turbo-Jet' crossed flag emblems on the front fenders. There's a correct SS grille up front and a blacked-out SS tail panel, because there's just no point in trying to sneak around with this machine.

New 4 speed automatic lockup transmission (tci 700r4 rated for 600hp 2800tci with stall converter),that'll survive behind a big block like this, and it drives a 12-bolt rear full of 3.55 gears on a Posi. The entire frame and all the suspension components have been powder coated black for lasting durability, and the floors are completely rust-free. new Fuel injection with small lcd display shows your engine data. New updated Air bag/ride suspension gives you a feel of driving a new car. new antique air condition. You just can't help but notice that massive 3-inch exhaust system, which uses an X-pipe and Flowmasters to create a unique sound that's just this side of a full-race piece.2.5 inch Be-cool Radiator The stock brakes have been augmented with slotted and cross-drilled rotors up front that make a noticeable difference in braking performance. Custom 18-inch wheels with charcoal centers absolutely stuff the wheel wells and look entirely appropriate on the vintage Chevelle, and they wear modern 225/45/18 Nitto rubber.

The black bucket seat interior is largely stock, and that's a good thing when it comes to early Chevelles. New materials were used throughout, including seat covers, door panels, and a new headliner. Fresh carpets on the floor are protected by custom Chevrolet logo floor mats. A powerful Kenwood bluetooth AM/FM/CD stereo system has been installed with subwoofer in the back dashboard but after you hear the big block run. The super-clean trunk has been refinished with correct spatter-finish paint and an original-style mat, as well as a full-sized spare tire.

This one is exceptionally clean and well-executed, with smart modifications that will make it a pleasure to drive, yet not so radical that it's a pain to service and maintain. The look is timeless, and black never goes out of fashion, especially when it is as gorgeous as this car is.

I have priced this to sell fast and it will.