The Chevy Chevelle SS 396 gained a bigger brother in 1970 in the form of a 454 cubic inch V8. And two versions of that engine were offered including the LS5 which produced 360 hp. We’re told this Chevelle… more»
SS 454
Oct 6, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
SS 454 Pickup! 1971 Chevrolet El Camino
From 1964 to 1987, the El Camino was a “gentleman’s pickup” version of the mid-size Chevrolet Chevelle. Mechanically, it could be equipped any way you could order a Malibu, including the Super Sport option and the hot 454 cubic… more»
Sep 26, 2023 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Rare SS Wagon! 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle 454 V8
Online sources seem to be divided on whether Chevrolet actually ever built a Chevelle Super Sport station wagon in 1973. But the ones that agree indicate the number with a 454 cubic inch V8 to be very small, perhaps… more»
Sep 22, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Real or Clone? 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Listed with No Reserve
There is no shame in admitting you are unsure whether a classic car is a clone or the real deal. Being honest can save a lot of embarrassment and aggravation if the vehicle you believe is the genuine article… more»
Aug 31, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Muscle Truck: 1990 Chevrolet 454 SS
Some manufacturers hide the performance credentials of their offerings behind a veil of subtlety, creating vehicles that are genuine sleepers. Chevrolet felt no such need for our feature Pickup because the “SS 454” decals gracing its flanks leave no… more»
Jul 4, 2023 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Luxury Meets Muscle: 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454
Chevrolet got into the personal luxury car market in 1970 with the new Monte Carlo. It was based on the same platform as the Pontiac Grand Prix with some visual nods to the mid-size Chevelle. 97% of the new… more»
Jun 29, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Big-Block Project: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
This car may be another example of the debate we see fairly often – is this 1970 Chevelle Super Sport a real deal car or a clone? Because SS 396/454 was an option after 1968, it usually takes documentation… more»
Jun 15, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
27k Mile Muscle Truck: 1990 Chevrolet 454 SS
Chevrolet almost managed to achieve a subtle approach with our feature Pickup. Its black exterior color scheme and restrained badges don’t scream that it is anything beyond a rather attractive 1990 C1500. The company then slapped bold “454 SS”… more»
May 23, 2023 • For Sale • 35 Comments
47k Original Miles: 1972 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454
Vehicles like this 1972 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454 perfectly demonstrate the original concept of the “coupe utility.” Ford designed the original Australian-developed “coupe utility” following consultation with a farmer’s wife who sought a vehicle to take their pigs… more»
Oct 1, 2022 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Special Order: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454
The upcoming auction in Schaumburg, Illinois, has unearthed some of the most desirable classics ever to grace American roads. They range from sports cars to foreign exotics, with a healthy helping of fantastic muscle cars. I must thank Barn… more»
Sep 15, 2022 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Fresh Big Block: 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454
Just because a buyer seeks a car offering excellent performance and acceleration, it doesn’t mean they should miss out on a few of life’s luxuries. That will be the case for the person buying this 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo… more»
Jun 12, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
454 V8 / 4-speed! 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
The Chevelle SS was one of the most revered muscle cars of the 1960s. The peak came with the introduction of the SS 454 in 1970, which would run out of steam by 1972. The SS was an option… more»
May 10, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Barn Find 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 Project
For many, 1971 was the last year for the true muscle car. Rising insurance costs and increasing emphasis on lower emissions were starting to take their toll. The Super Sport was no longer a series of its own, but… more»
Mar 11, 2022 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Rare Drop-Top! 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454
New to Chevrolet in 1970 was the 454 cubic inch V8, which gave the performance-minded buyers of Chevelle Super Sports more choices. The LS5 version of the motor was a bit tame compared to the LS56 (390 vs. 450… more»
Feb 23, 2022 • For Sale • 15 Comments
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 Tribute
The 1970 Chevelle Super Sport is one of the more often cloned of the era’s muscle cars and the seller freely admits this is one of them. It began life as a V8 Malibu Sport Coupe, whose original inventory… more»
Feb 23, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Nitrous Powered: 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454
US automakers went all out in 1970 to offer big engines and lots of power. Even cars that would be considered cruisers or personal luxury cars could be optioned with powerful engines. This 1970 Monte Carlo SS 454 is… more»
