Subtlety is an admirable trait, but it is not one that this 1971 Chevrolet El Camino possesses. From its custom graphics to the buttoned interior trim and matching bed cover, it makes a bold visual statement that is impossible… more»
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Fun Car Project: 1959 Chevrolet El Camino
What to make of Chevrolet’s 1959 El Camino? What to make of the 1959 Chevrolet, in general, I suppose I could ask, considering its late fifties, over-the-top styling. And from my perch, that exaggerated styling is even more obvious… more»
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Rat Rod Pickup? 1971 Chevrolet El Camino
The Chevy El Camino was one of two pickups offered during the 1950s-1970s, based on a car platform rather than a truck. The other was the Ford Ranchero (which stopped production in 1979, whereas the El Camino soldiered on… more»
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Big-Block Project: 1969 Chevrolet El Camino SS 396
One of the attractions of classics like this 1969 Chevrolet El Camino SS 396 is that they are typically lighter than the Sedans upon which they are based. Therefore, they offer greater performance potential, although with less weight over… more»
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Stunning Custom: 1960 Chevrolet El Camino
I always respect custom builds, especially when the creator shows an eye for fine details. That is what initially attracted me to this stunning 1960 Chevrolet El Camino. The seller successfully combined modern technology with old-school touches, guaranteeing that… more»
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396-Powered 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS
I remember being home sick one day back in high school, and I spent a couple hours watching a VHS copy of Two Lane Blacktop to pass the time; while I watched it for the cars, I was somehow affected… more»
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Same Family 50 Years: 1967 Chevrolet El Camino
After a three-year absence, Chevrolet’s “gentlemen’s pickup,” the El Camino, returned in 1964. From there until the end of the run in 1987, it would be based on a mid-size platform. The styling was refreshed in 1966/67 and followed… more»
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El Camino Casino: Which One Would You Take?
Just when I was thinking, gee, it’s been a long time since I reviewed an El Camino, in fact, maybe I never have…. two popped up! On the right is a 1977 with a new engine, and on the… more»
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Diesel Pickup: 1983 Chevrolet El Camino
The El Camino was Chevrolet’s version of a “gentleman’s pickup” because it was based on a car platform rather than that of a truck. It was on the market for the longest of the two primary competitors (the other… more»
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Project Truck: 1967 Chevrolet El Camino
Anyone who collects cars began by collecting toy cars, and even if said collector has a 300-car collection in a heated garage, there’s probably a room in their house devoted to toys. While my real car collection numbers in… more»
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68K Miles and an AM Radio: 1978 Chevrolet El Camino
You know you are getting old when the cars of your youth are becoming the stars of Barn Finds. This 1978 Chevrolet El Camino in Conquista trim for sale on Facebook Marketplace in Richmond, Indiana, reminds me of a… more»
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Dry Oklahoma Classic: 1966 Chevrolet El Camino
Hiding in this garage is a classic that has led a fortunate life. This 1966 Chevrolet El Camino found its way to its current location from Oklahoma, with the dry climate protecting it from the type of rust that… more»
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One of a Kind? 1959 Buick El Victamino Project
To the best of my knowledge, Buick has never produced a pickup truck. At least not in the 1959 model year when the new mid-range Invicta model was introduced. The seller has a ’59 “El Victamino” for sale which… more»
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Factory Big Block: 1971 GMC Sprint
As a college kid, I spent a summer working at the local automotive paint store as a delivery driver. One day, I showed up to find a derelict car parked in the corner of our gravel parking lot, a… more»
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Engine Swap? 1959 Chevrolet El Camino
This 1959 Chevrolet El Camino makes a generally positive first impression. However, a close look confirms that it requires work to present at its best. It features strong bones and a drivetrain change that many would consider reversing. The… more»
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Two-Owner Survivor: 1964 Chevrolet El Camino
Chevrolet had two “new” products to offer buyers in 1964. The first was the all-new mid-size Chevelle, designed to compete with the Ford Fairlane (which had been resized in 1962). The second was the return of the El Camino… more»
