There is no experience quite like opening your garage door to find a pristine and desirable classic lurking in the shadows. This 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 offers its new owner that opportunity, presenting superbly following its recent restoration. It is a car destined to provide immediate classic motoring joy, and I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Curvette for spotting this SS listed here on Craigslist in Lynnwood, Washington. Handing the seller $67,700 would allow you to head into the sunset behind the wheel of this stunning classic.
Chevrolet’s First Generation Chevelle received a major restyle in 1966, giving it a crisp, modern look. Further cosmetic upgrades occurred in 1967 before an entirely new model hit showroom floors in 1968. This ’67 Chevelle is the ultra-desirable SS 396 version that presents superbly following a recent restoration. Its Marina Blue paint appears flawless, with a beautiful depth of shine and no visible marks or defects. The same is true of the contrasting White vinyl top, while the Rally wheels add a subtle sense of purpose. My only criticism is the lack of information or underside images. However, I see nothing suggesting that this SS is anything but rust-free. The trim is immaculate, and the glass is clear.
The muscle car war was in full swing in 1967, and this Chevelle delivers. Its engine bay houses the car’s numbers-matching 396ci V8. Interestingly, the seller indicates that the big-block is the L35 variant, producing a factory-quoted 325hp and 410 ft/lbs of torque. However, if this motor is original, the Block Code of “EV” suggests it is the more potent L34 variant delivering 350hp and 415 ft/lbs. Those figures are consistent with the air cleaner decal, meaning that this SS is a potent piece of machinery. This car also features a three-speed Turbo Hydramatic and a 12-bolt Posi rear end, meaning that applying the power to the pavement should be child’s play. The Chevelle’s engine bay presents as impressively as the rest of the vehicle, and doesn’t flatter to deceive. The seller indicates that this classic runs and drives well, making it a turnkey proposition for its new owner.
I have been scrutinizing the seller’s photos, trying to identify a genuine weakness. However, this Chevelle’s interior is as impressive as the rest of the vehicle. Trimmed in Blue vinyl and featuring bucket seats and a console, there is no evidence of wear or abuse. The dash and pad haven’t succumbed to age or UV exposure, and the wheel is crack-free. The builder added a retro-style stereo and underdash gauges, but these items would be easily removed if the buyer prefers a more “stock” appearance. Otherwise, this interior needs nothing.
I initially stated that there is no experience better than opening your garage door to find a pristine classic, but that is incorrect. Wheeling the car into the sunshine and hitting the road so others can admire it while you indulge in classic motoring joy is undoubtedly more attractive. That is the opportunity promised by this stunning 1967 Chevelle SS 396. It left the line during the halcyon days of the muscle car era, and if the new car market continues following current trends, its type is unlikely to often grace showroom floors in the future. Therefore, if you crave the experience of slipping behind the wheel of a car with an old-school big-block under the hood, this Chevelle is an attractive option.
A 4 speed manual transmission would be nicer but still a Sweet ride!
‘67 is my favorite year for a Chevelle. Agreed, this is a real honey of a car, but if it’s a Bucket List Vehicle, I’d hold out for a stick, and no vinyl roof.
There is some seriously shoddy work in the engine compartment and trunk that raises red flags as to the quality of the work done as well as the judgement of those that performed the work.
There is a rubber fuel line from the fuel pump to the carburetor with a glass fuel filter is a spot where it will be susceptible to breaking, there is an auxiliary electric fuel pump mounted in the trunk with rubber fuel lines to and from. There is no excuse for either of those since this is either stock and nearly stock, reproduction steel fuel lines that go from the tank to the pump and the pump to the carb are readily available. Then there is the corrugated plastic defroster hose running from both sides of the back of the air cleaner to the firewall, why weren’t those holes in the firewall addressed and repaired during the restoration? You shouldn’t find problems like that on a car with an asking price of nearly $70,000. It calls into question what else was done with the car. It may be pretty, but it might only be skin deep.
Steve R
My favorite SS style. My roommate bought a new 1968 Chevelle 396 with a four speed. Wonderful ride, but I prefer the 1967 styling. I am a Buick guy, the California Grand sport and the 67 is favorite year, but this ride is very nice but a lot of MONEY!
I have never seen a 1967 SS396 Chevelle with chrome body side moldings…They were always on the straight Chevelle, but I don’t remember them on a SS car.
Graduated High School in 1966 so for you younger folks out there, that was the time when Malibu SS 396s, GTOs, 442s, 409 Impalas, Road Runners and GTXs were crawling the streets. What a time it was! :-) Terry J
good color combos. look the part in pics. i agree with Steve R comments on the fuel line situation in today market there is no need for that is the steering wheel all beat up and that’s why its covered. imo those tailpipes need to be less obvious. it’s not a 68-69 they should tucked up. lot to be concerned with and would need an onsite look over. at almost 68k that’s a lot of coin to drop and this should not have these issues. i don’t think it will sell on C/L
That’s not necessarily true. My dad put a cover on every car he owned because he didn’t like the feel of the hard plastic. I lived a couple of miles from a large Pick N Pull yard, we’d go there a couple of times a week to scavenge parts and resell at swapmeets and elsewhere. When we found cars that had steering wheel covers we’d cut them off and found a lot of pristine wheels underneath, my friend once found a perfect Pontiac wood wheel that way which sold for $300+ in 1990’s dollars.
Steve R
Well at least it’s not a powerglide.
Turbo 400 trans. This is a very nice clean Chevelle!
I don’t remember 67 SS cars having that chrome bodyside molding and pictures 23 and 24 it doesn’t have it. The dash pad looks like someone tried to cover it and sewed it crooked.
It does look like it has a factory AM/FM radio.