The Chevrolet El Camino lasted through five generations, with manufacturing wrapping up at the end of the 1987 model, but not before over a million of them found homes for buyers wanting a pickup truck with a car-like feel,… more»
El Camino
Apr 13, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Factory 454! 1973 Chevrolet El Camino SS
In its very early days, the Chevrolet El Camino was originally based on the Impala and was introduced as a 1959 model as Chevy’s answer to the Ford Ranchero, which had arrived on the market two years prior. But… more»
Mar 15, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Still in the Barn: 1959 Chevrolet El Camino
The Chevy El Camino was launched in 1959 in response to Ford’s Ranchero, a wagon-based pickup that was more car than it was truck. Its initial run only lasted two years, but the “gentlemen’s pickup” returned in 1964 as… more»
Feb 1, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Unfinished Project: 1970 Chevrolet El Camino
The seller describes this 1970 Chevrolet El Camino as an unfinished project, and it has sure generated some interest in the classic community. It presents well as a driver-quality vehicle, and its healthy drivetrain means the new owner could… more»
Jan 22, 2023 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Camaro Pickup! 1991 Chevrolet “El Camaro”
The El Camino, Chevrolet’s “gentleman’s pickup”, was discontinued in 1987. Apparently, someone wished that had not happened and decided to convert a 1991 Camaro into one, resulting in what you might call an “El Camaro.” We don’t know how… more»
Dec 25, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Batmobile Pickup! 1959 Chevrolet El Camino
Over the years, Ford and Chevrolet have always tried to outdo one another, or at least keep up. One example is the “coupe utility” or “gentleman’s pickup.” Based on their 2-door station wagon, Ford rolled out the Ranchero pickup… more»
Nov 22, 2022 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Coupe Utility Project: 1974 Chevrolet El Camino
There were two players in the so-called “gentlemen’s pickup” category, the Ford Ranchero (1957-79) and the Chevrolet El Camino (1959-60, 1964-87). From the mid-1960s forward, both were based on the platforms of their mid-size automobile counterparts. From 1973 to… more»
Sep 22, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Parked in The ’80s: 1965 Chevrolet El Camino
Some enthusiasts hesitate if confronted with another person’s project build when it comes to market. There’s always a worry that its shiny paint hides second-rate repairs that will come back and bite the new owner. I don’t believe that… more»
Sep 9, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
A Trio of Chevrolet El Camino’s!
Chevy introduced the El Camino in 1959 to compete against the Ford Ranchero. Both vehicles were station wagon-based “gentlemen’s pickups.” The El Camino was retired briefly after just two years only to return in 1964 as a variant of… more»
Aug 7, 2022 • For Sale • 41 Comments
El Camino-Inspired? 1958 Imperial Pickup
The Imperial was introduced in 1926 as Chrysler’s top-of-the-line automobile. After 1954, its Chrysler branding was dropped so the company could better apposition the car to compete against the Cadillac, Continental, Lincoln, Packard, and other premium brands. The second… more»
Aug 1, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Same Family 52 Years: 1970 Chevrolet El Camino
Chevy introduced the El Camino in 1959 as a “gentleman’s” pickup, based on a 2-door station wagon platform. It was in response to a similar vehicle brought to market by Ford in 1957. When Chevrolet redesigned their full-size cars… more»
Jul 31, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Solid Californian: 1969 Chevrolet El Camino SS 396
While it has undergone many changes over the years, this 1969 Chevrolet El Camino SS 396 is a solid classic that could make a rewarding restoration project. Reversing the changes should be straightforward, with the result being a practical… more»
Jul 19, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Nicest One Left? 1978 GMC Caballero 350 V8
The term “fancy truck” has always seemed like an oxymoron to me. I mean, aren’t trucks supposed to be for hauling construction materials or sacks of grain and things like that? GMC had their own version of the Chevy… more»
Jul 17, 2022 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Restore or Parts Car? 1959 Chevrolet El Camino
In 1957, Ford created a new product category, “the gentleman’s pickup”. The new Ranchero was based on a full-size Fairlane 2-door station wagon. Chevrolet would emulate the Ranchero in 1959 when they introduced their designed line of automobiles, and… more»
Jun 28, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Original 327/4-Speed: 1965 Chevrolet El Camino
Careful ownership shows on a classic car, which is undoubtedly true with this 1965 Chevrolet El Camino. From its rust-free body to its tidy interior, it is a stunning vehicle guaranteed to turn heads. Its original drivetrain combination means… more»
Jun 27, 2022 • For Sale • 42 Comments
1 of 1 LS6 454 V8: 1970 Chevrolet El Camino
Only about 4,500 Chevelles and El Caminos were built in 1970 with the LS6 454 V8 that produced nearly one horsepower per cubic inch. Maybe 10-12% of those were El Camino’s and the seller says this pickup has been… more»
