With so many clones and tributes flooding the classic market, the seller emphasizes that this 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is a genuine SS 396. It isn’t perfect, but it appears to be a solid driver-grade vehicle offering scope for its next owner to undertake a light cosmetic refresh to improve its appearance. However, leaving the car untouched is a viable option, depending on the buyer’s level of perfectionism. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Curvette for spotting the SS listed here on eBay in Bremen, Georgia. The BIN for this beauty is $55,000 with the option to make an offer.

This 1967 SS 396 emerged during the final year of First Generation Chevelle production. The company had treated the entire range to a significant cosmetic refresh the previous year that carried it through until its replacement hit showroom floors for the 1968 model year. This car will tick the boxes for some readers, courtesy of its Triple-Black paint and trim combination. The exterior looks quite nice from a distance, although closer inspection reveals paint swirls and other minor imperfections. The buyer could elect to leave the car as-is, although addressing the cosmetic shortcomings may prove irresistible. Only an in-person inspection would reveal whether sanding and buffing would achieve a satisfactory result, or if a repaint is the best approach. The panels appear free from major imperfections, and there is no penetrating rust, making the “sand and buff” option worth considering. The trim is in good order, and the Black vinyl top and bumpers are new.

Muscle cars had hit their stride by 1967, as demonstrated by this Chevelle. Its engine bay houses a 396ci V8, delivering a factory-quoted 350hp. The ponies feed to the 12-bolt rear end via a four-speed manual transmission, with this SS also featuring power steering and power brakes. It appears that this Chevelle isn’t numbers-matching. The engine block casting is consistent with a 1968-vintage big-block and is in excellent condition. The seller recently replaced the intake, carburetor, and the entire front end. I spotted what appears to be a new exhaust in the underside shots, and the fuel tank looks fresh. There are no identified mechanical maladies, suggesting that this SS is a turnkey proposition.

One aspect of this Chevelle needing little attention is its interior. The seller states that it is new, and there is certainly no evidence of wear or other issues with the Black vinyl trim. The carpet and pad are perfect, and although the buyer won’t receive creature comforts like a radio, this interior features a console-mounted clock.

The most significant decision facing the new owner is what to do once they have this 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 safely tucked away in their garage. Its presentation is acceptable for a driver-grade classic, and leaving the car untouched is a viable option. However, elevating its presentation would be mighty tempting and is a concept many may embrace warmly. It could be as simple as treating the exterior to a wet sand and a buff to breathe new life into the paint. Alternatively, the lack of penetrating rust and panel imperfections would make a repaint fairly straightforward. Which path would you choose?