This 1965 El Camino is a project car that is just awaiting somebody to come along and add their own personal touches to it. Being a blank canvas will open a world of possibilities to the new owner. Listed for sale here on eBay, it comes with a clean title. Located in Sebring, Florida, spirited bidding has seen the price rise to $510 in this “as is where is” no reserve auction.

The second generation El Camino was introduced in 1964 based on the Chevelle after Chevrolet had discontinued the first generation El Camino in 1960. When the second generation was introduced it was available with a choice of two 6-cylinder engines (194 and 230ci), two different versions of the 283ci V8, and later in 1964 two separate versions of the 327ci V8 were also offered. The 1965 model was a mildly face-lifted version of the ’64 model, but Chevrolet also offered the L79 version of the 327 as an option. This particular El Camino will come with a ten-bolt rear axle, but no motor or transmission. It appears that the majority of the components for both the front and rear suspension are also present. This allows scope for either a sympathetic restoration or the construction of a car to the new owner’s personal tastes. As you can see the car has been mounted on a rotisserie, and that is how the new owner will take delivery. It will also come with a supply of new or restored parts including new floor pans as shown.

The seller is also including these rear quarters and rockers so that the new owner can maximize their chances of building their project safe in the knowledge that it will start its new life as rust-free as is humanly possible. The frame has also been blasted and powder-coated for good measure.

This new passenger side door is also included in the sale along with seats, instrument panel and the steering column and wheel. The dash is in-situ and appears to be in good condition as do the door trims. There is no word on whether there is carpet or a headliner, so once again this allows scope for the new owner to stamp their mark on this El Camino with regards to trim style.

Some people will be hesitant to take on a restoration of this caliber due to both the complexity and the time involved. This El Camino represents a project car that has now stalled twice with two different owners. It can be daunting simply because it will only be during re-assembly that the new owner will discover what screws, nuts, clips, etc. are missing from the equation, and time will be consumed locating these parts. However, many people will relish the chance to take on a project like this as it allows them a rare opportunity to take a car and create something that is truly individual. Is this a project that you would take on, or is it just too hard with too many unknowns?