Let’s not beat about the bush. The V8 engine powering the 1984 Chevrolet El Camino SS did not provide the performance that most enthusiasts expected from any vehicle wearing the iconic “SS” badge. Power figures were pitiful compared to… more»
El Camino SS
Jun 2, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
454-Equipped: 1973 Chevrolet El Camino SS
One of the obvious attractions of big-block V8s is that they can be tuned to produce impressive power levels and corresponding performance. However, their ability to churn out earth-turning torque low in the rev range makes such engines perfect… more»
Jan 1, 2022 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Converted SS: 1987 Chevrolet El Camino
In response to Ford’s Ranchero, a “gentleman’s” pickup, Chevrolet rolled out the El Camino from 1959-60 and again from 1964-87. It was a full-size model at first, then became an intermediate for the rest of its run. The last… more»
Sep 20, 2021 • For Sale • 8 Comments
454/4-Speed! 1973 Chevrolet El Camino SS
Is it possible that the fourth-generation Chevrolet El Camino (’73-’77) is the Rodney Dangerfield of Caminos? You know the one that gets no respect? Well, if that’s the case, this specific 1973 example is due a tip of the… more»
Sep 7, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Choo Choo Conversion: 1983 Chevrolet El Camino SS
The El Camino was Chevy’s “gentlemen’s” pickup from 1959-60 and again from 1964-87. At first a full-size model, it became a mid-size for the rest of its run. For a time, you could get the El Camino as a… more»
