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»
El Camino
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»
May 21, 2022 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Patina or Paint? 1970 Chevrolet El Camino
El Caminos and Rancheros are a bit of a love it or hate it proposition. The cars have truck beds which aren’t everyone’s taste. One of the most iconic muscle cars is the 1970 Chevelle. This one-year-only body style… more»
May 15, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
350 V8 Six-Pack: 1957 Chevrolet “El Camino”
If you wanted a so-called “gentleman’s pickup” (car-based) in 1957, you’d have to shop at your Ford dealer as the new Ranchero was the only game in town. Chevrolet didn’t follow suit until 1959 when they redesigned their cars… more»
May 9, 2022 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Corvette 327 Powered 1964 Chevrolet El Camino!
Realizing the success that Ford was experiencing from their Ranchero coupe utility offering, Chevrolet introduced the new El Camino in 1959 as a competitor, although the Ranchero got a 2-year head start. The El Camino was embraced by the… more»
Apr 29, 2022 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Parts or Project: 1974 Chevrolet El Camino
Chevy’s El Camino was a coupe utility vehicle like the Ford Ranchero. It’s sometimes referred to as a “gentleman’s pickup” as it was based on an automobile platform, not a truck. The El Camino saw five generations of production… more»
Apr 21, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Real Deal Roller? 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS 396
Chevrolet’s new mid-size car, the Chevelle, debuted in 1964. With it came the utility coupe El Camino which was based on the Chevelle’s 2-door station wagon platform. So, it was natural that when the Chevelle would add a performance… more»
Apr 16, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Carport Find: 1965 Chevrolet El Camino
The Chevy El Camino, like Ford’s Ranchero, was a coupe utility vehicle, sometimes referred to as a “gentleman’s pickup.” It was given a two-year trial run as a full-size truck in 1959-60, then took a hiatus before returning as… more»
Mar 15, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
396 V8 Power! 1982 Chevrolet El Camino
UPDATE 3/15-2022 – Bidding on this one reached $5,500 and didn’t meet the reserve. The seller has relisted it, now with a BIN of $8,000, here on eBay. What do you think, will it find a buyer willing to… more»
Mar 8, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
454-Powered 1966 Chevrolet El Camino
The El Camino began in 1959 as Chevrolet’s response to Ford’s Ranchero, a car-based “gentleman’s pickup.” When the full-size Chevies were redesigned for 1961, the El Camino was dropped, only to return in 1964 as part of the new… more»
Feb 5, 2022 • For Sale • 61 Comments
1 Of A Kind Custom Project! Chevrolet “Bel Camino”
My favorite jokes and riddles have always been the ones that have to be explained, so here’s one for you- what would you get if you crossed a Bel Air with an El Camino? A Bel Camino, of course! … more»
Jan 30, 2022 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Pro Street Racer Project: 1966 Chevrolet El Camino
The El Camino started in 1959 as Chevy’s response to the Ford Ranchero. Both were based on full-size versions of the companies’ 2-door station wagons. When the Ranchero switched directions and became a compact in 1960, Chevrolet pulled the… more»
