This Chevrolet Chevelle got away, but there are more like it here.

This 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS was first sold through Sausman Chevrolet in Lemoyne, Pennsylvania, and it was purchased by the seller in July 2004. The car reportedly underwent a subsequent body-off refurbishment, which included rebuilding the numbers-matching 454ci LS5 V8 and Muncie M22 four-speed manual transmission, repainting the exterior in its factory shade of Cranberry Red, and refreshing the black interior. Additional equipment includes a cowl induction hood, a Positraction rear axle, 14” SS wheels, the F41 Special Performance suspension package, power-assisted front disc brakes, front Strato bucket seats, and a center console housing a polished Muncie shifter. This Chevelle SS 454 is now offered in Florida with build sheet copies and a clean Wisconsin title in the seller’s name.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS LS5 454 4-Speed

The body was refinished in its factory color of Cranberry Red (75) with dual black stripes during the refurbishment according to the seller, who notes the frame was refinished separately in the process. Equipment includes a cowl induction hood with hold-down pins, chrome wheel arch trim, and dual exhaust tips. Per the seller, stock replacements were sourced for the weatherstripping.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS LS5 454 4-Speed

Painted 14″ Super Sport wheels wear chrome trim rings and vintage-style Goodyear Polyglas white-letter tires. Equipment includes power-assisted steering and front disc brakes, and the F41 performance suspension package specified a thicker front sway bar, a rear sway bar, and boxed front control arms.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS LS5 454 4-Speed

Black vinyl covers the Strato front bucket seats and rear bench. Equipment includes front shoulder belts and a Muncie shifter housed within the optional center console. The radio does not work.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS LS5 454 4-Speed

The two-spoke steering wheel sits ahead of a 120-mph speedometer and auxiliary gauges. The five-digit odometer was reset at the time of the refurbishment and shows approximately 100 miles; actual mileage is not known.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS LS5 454 4-Speed

The 454ci LS5 V8 features a cowl induction intake for its four-barrel carburetor. Output was rated at 360 horsepower when new, and this example was rebuilt during the refurbishment according to the seller.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS LS5 454 4-Speed

Engine block stamping 139994 matches the last six digits on the chassis identification plate shown in the gallery below. The “CRT” suffix to the left indicates a 454ci/360-horsepower engine equipped with an M22 manual transmission.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS LS5 454 4-Speed

Power is sent to the wheels through a four-speed manual transmission and a 3.31:1 Positraction rear end. The seller notes the body-to-frame rubber bushings we replaced during the refurbishment, and additional underside photos are provided in the gallery below.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS LS5 454 4-Speed

Photos taken during various stages of the refurbishment process are included in the gallery.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS LS5 454 4-Speed

The build sheet shows delivery to Sausman Chevrolet along with factory colors and optional equipment. An additional build sheet is also included in the sale.

Auction Result

High Bid USD $101,000 (Reserve Not Met)
Auction Ended March 8, 2022 at 2:42PM PT
Bids 47
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Seller: ACTC
Location: Naples, Florida 34105
Listing Details
  • Chassis: 136370B139994
  • 100 Indicated Miles, TMU
  • Numbers-Matching 454ci LS5 V8
  • M22 Four-Speed Manual Transmission
  • 3.31:1 Positraction Rear End
  • Repainted in Cranberry Red
  • Black Vinyl Upholstery
  • Cowl Induction Hood
  • Powered Front Disc Brakes
  • F41 Performance Suspension
  • Strato Bucket Seats
  • Center Console
  • Power Steering
  • 14" Super Sport Wheels
  • Build Sheet Copies
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #67485