It is amazing how, when it comes to classic cars, two letters and three numbers can instantly open up a floodgate of memories and a rush of adrenaline. Fully repainted in this stunning royal blue, complete with dual white side stripes, this 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Tribute looks every bit the boulevard bruiser as it would have half a century ago.
Inside, we find a nicely redone black vinyl interior. A center console separates dual bucket seats, while a four-spoke power-assisted wheel sits just ahead of a massive 8,000-rpm column-mounted tachometer, and a trio of white-faced auxiliary gauges are situated under the dash, displaying engine volts, water temperature, and oil pressure. Power windows and air conditioning add a bit of civility. At the same time, an AM/FM/CD player also offers Bluetooth connectivity, but truth be told, as good as that stereo is, that big Hurst T-bar shifter provides more entertainment than speakers ever could.
Under that expansive cowl hood, we find a clean engine bay with a big 396-cubic-inch V-8. A chrome air cleaner and matching valve covers contrast the old-school primer-orange block and intake manifold. Fed by a FItech TBI electronic fuel injection system, this big block does away with spent gases through a set of long tube headers and dual exhaust capped off with a pair of sweet-sounding FlowMaster mufflers to give this Chevelle its muscle car rumble. That power is routed through a tried-and-true Richmond five-speed manual transmission before heading to the 12-bolt rear end, which transfers those ponies to the pavement via a set of 15-inch SS wheels shod with BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Full Blue Repaint
SS Badging
White Side Stripes
Cowl Hood
396 CID V8
EFI
Long Tubes
FlowMaster Dual Exhaust
Richmond Five Speed Manual
Hurst Shifter
12 Bolt Rear
Lowered Suspension
Front Coilovers
Power Brakes
Front Disc Brakes
Cragar SS Wheels
Power Steering
Redone Black Vinyl Interior
Power Windows
Bucket Seats
Aux Gauges
AC
AM/FM/CD
Bluetooth
This 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Tribute rides on a factory-style suspension, features upgraded coilovers up front, and has been lowered to not only increase handling prowess but also give this muscle car an even more intimidating stance. Power brakes feature front discs that are ready to scrub off speed without drama, allowing you to simply enjoy cruising to anywhere-or nowhere-at any time you want. If you are one of the many whose heart begins beating just a little faster whenever you see the 'SS 396', then maybe it's time you are the one behind the wheel, bringing alphanumeric joy to onlookers everywhere. But don't wait, call today!
