Some projects develop a life of their own, consuming years of an owner’s time in their quest for perfection. This 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Super Sport takes that concept to an extreme, with the owner pouring their money and sweat into this classic for twenty-one years. Have they achieved perfection? The photos suggest they have come mighty close. However, all good things must come to an end, and this Chevelle is set to find a new home. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Mitchell G. for spotting the SS listed here on eBay in Sarasota, Florida. Bidding sits below the reserve at $3,050 with time remaining for interested parties to stake their claim.

There’s a lot to unpack with this Chevelle, but it undoubtedly deserves close inspection. The seller confirms that the owner commenced the build in 2001 and completed it in 2022. That’s a mere twenty-one years, which is a lifetime for some of our regular readers. The seller describes it as a restoration, but the changes made by the owner motivate me to consider it a refurbishment. The Chevelle presents superbly in Palomar Red, the car’s correct shade, as confirmed by the Cowl Tag. The panels are laser-straight, and since the SS has only clocked 201 miles since the build ended, the lack of paint imperfections is unsurprising. I found another recent listing for this classic featuring underside shots, and that aspect of the Chevelle is as impressive as the exterior. Every bright trim piece has been restored or replaced, the glass is clear, and the SS rolls on a spotless set of Rally wheels.

Lifting the hood reveals the main reason I consider this Chevelle refurbished, not restored. The seller indicates that the build included sending the car’s 327ci V8 to a quiet corner of the workshop. As a purist, I think that is a shame, because Chevrolet only introduced the 327 to the Chevelle range in June of that year. The space now houses a 350ci V8, with the factory Powerglide also leaving the building in favor of a three-speed unit. The seller indicates that this small-block features an Edelbrock intake, a four-barrel carburetor, and an aluminum radiator. They don’t specify any further upgrades, although the air cleaner decal quoting 350hp could be accurate. The engine bay presents superbly, proving that you don’t need acres of chrome to draw attention. It doesn’t flatter to deceive: this YouTube video confirms that the engine is as sweet as a nut and that this Chevelle runs and drives perfectly.

Decoding this Chevelle’s Cowl Tag confirms that the current Black vinyl interior trim isn’t original. It left the factory wearing Light Fawn vinyl, further reinforcing my belief that this build was a refurbishment. It also reveals what appears to be the only aspect of this classic that falls short of perfection. A close examination of the listing images reveals scratches on the gauge fascia. They aren’t severe, but when we assess the attention to detail elsewhere, their presence is surprising. Otherwise, there is nothing about this interior deserving criticism. It isn’t loaded with factory options beyond bucket seats, a console, and an AM radio. However, I believe the glovebox may house a modern stereo.

“Stunning” seems the best word to describe this 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Super Sport. The engine upgrade means it should be considered more of a refurbishment than a restoration. If not for the dash fascia scratches, the owner may well have achieved perfection with this build. It isn’t the seller’s first attempt to sell this gem; a previous auction stalled at $15,900, while another saw the Chevelle passed-in at $26,000. If those figures are indicative of the seller’s expectation, there may be a fair way to go before this Chevelle heads to a new home. What do you feel would be a fair price?