Re: [Chevelle-list] More about CARS Inc
Melanie CARS have been making upholstery for 55-57 Chevs for years.They then branched out to some sheet metal for thre tri-5's.I understand they have made body panels to change a 2-door hardtop over to a convert.I believe Troy Trepanier has used some of their stuff.I did not know they were making things for Chevelles now though. Grant - Original Message - From: Melanie Lopez To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, June 24, 2004 7:21 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] More about CARS Inc Yikes, I did not mean to cause an argument. Just wanted to assure this place has quality products and I can save myself the shipping by going there directly. John had valid points, but I have the catalog in my possession and it does state that they make the interior parts there . Now I don't know if they make the sheet metal there, but it does state they use USA metal and it IS IN Detroit, the car making capital of the USA. We have decided to go ahead and order from them and will probably pick up the stuff next week, so I'll keep you all posted as to how it goes. . . . and yes I am a WOMAN who loves Chevelles. Can't wait to get ours on the road. My husband is revving up the motor, that's his department, while I'm hoping to get to work on the interior myself. Might not do that until winter though because I want to DRIVE her while it's nice out. Thanks for all the responses. I think we are gonna have lots more questions once the actual restoration processes begin.
[Chevelle-list] Z-16 Larry
Larry When you get a chance,could you check the radio #7282590-B,code for me?Is it a 64 Chev by chance? Thanks, Grant
Re: [Chevelle-list] What's wrong? Are my wheels too small??
Pelle Add 1970/72 chrome wheel lip moldings to your car,that will break up the red paint and the black of the tires.Just check out any pictures of 70 SS,s to see the effect. Grant - Original Message - From: Chevelle Gearheads [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle Mailing List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, March 23, 2004 1:05 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] What's wrong? Are my wheels too small?? Something's wrong with the looks of my car! Is it the wheels? Or is the pictures proportions just wrong? Can someone tell me? http://hem.bredband.net/gearheads/members/pelle/untitled_2.jpg Best regards Pelle Andersson -- http://hem.bredband.net/gearheads/
Re: [Chevelle-list] 65 Front Bumper Panel (Valance?)
Charles I have a complete rust free front valance for a 65 Chevelle.That is the good news,the bad news is that I am far away from you ,I live on the west coast of Canada,5 miles fom Blaine Washington.If you are at all interested,E-mail me off line at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Grant From: 65ss.com [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, February 22, 2004 6:23 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] 65 Front Bumper Panel (Valance?) Ok. I know this is a shot in the dark but here goes... Today, while doing some pre-assembly on the grille for my Malibu, I started to think something was missing. So after a while, I realized that I have nothing behind my front bumper. So I go in the trunk, and there's what's left of the front 'valance'?? It's missing the Passenger side, and is fairly beat up. Here's a picture of the area that has missing parts: http://www.thebugbox.com/malibu/pictures/updates/2004-02-22/missingpieces.htm Here's a picture of what I think might go there in the pile of parts that I have. http://www.thebugbox.com/malibu/pictures/updates/2004-02-22/whatIthinkIhave.htm So, first, what all is supposed to go in this gap across the front. Is it one piece, three pieces or ??? Also, does anyone know where to get either a repop, or decent used? If I have everything, but that passenger side that is missing, does anyone have that part that I can buy, and try and straighten the one that I have, and get it useable? It will be a real PITA to have to fabricate this whole side from scratch. IF that's what it even looks like. Is the passenger side identical to the drivers side (well, a direct mirror I mean)? I appreciate any help with this. Thanks Charles www.65ss.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Remove Me/unrequited e-mails,
When I was young and driving my first Chevelle I was hoping to unrestart more than unrequite. Grant - Original Message - From: Bill Lessenberry [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2004 5:44 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Remove Me/unrequited e-mails, Back when my Chevelle was new, I was the victim (many times) of unrequited love. :-(( unrequited e-mails, well Jethero, that there is a mighty big word for us Chevelle loven gearheads. Rocky --- James Lofquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Please remove me from your mailing list. I'm getting lot's of unrequited e-mails.
Re: [Chevelle-list] conv. pump bleeding
Mike It basically bleeds itself.Put hydraulic fluid into the pump,raise the top,up and down ,see if the pump needs topping up again and repeat until the top goes up and down like a hot dam.I have had to do it to two Chevelles so far and it worked great. Grant - Original Message - From: Mike Holleman To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, February 01, 2004 3:48 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] conv. pump bleeding Someone on the list know how to go about bleeding the conv. top pump?
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle special effects paint*
Diane The model 400 Malibu,was a non SS car,wagon,4 door,2 dr Ht ect ,that was ordered with the 402 big block in it.We still have a one owner 72 convert in town here that has been dragged since day one,and it was a factory order 402/turbo and still wears the Malibu 400 on the front fenders. Grant - Original Message - From: Diane Peppin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, October 20, 2003 8:52 AM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle special effects paint* Oh I wish! ANYONE WHO KNOWS ANYTHING ABOUT a 72 MALIBU 400, Let me know. :-Diane
Re: [Chevelle-list] to paint original color or not?
- Original Message - From: Diane Peppin To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Tuesday, October 14, 2003 8:49 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] to paint original color or not? Okay folks; I'm looking for opinions. My Chevelle is a 72 Malibu 307 from the factory. I have already changed the drums to rotors but other than that its like it was built. I have the numbers matching 307, but right now it has a 400sb built to go fast. That can be replaced with the original. THE QUESTION IS, should I paint it the original Gulf Green Metallic?(which I do not like) or paint it a color I can stomach. I know I answered my own question just now, but I want opinions. I'd like to show it some day, do you lose a lot of points for changing the color? Should I care what others think?,build it the way I want it?, or try to keep it perfectly kosher with the build sheet?. I'd like allot of opinions, THANKS!:-Diane Diane Why don't we ask Guilherme what he thinks about the colour change question as I am sure he is still lurking under some rock out there. Grant
Re: [Chevelle-list] Gas in Arizona
Gas this morningin Vancouver B.C.,is 91.5 cents a litre.There are 4.5 litres to the Imperial gallon so guys do the Math.I wish it was $2 a gallon.We are spending tons a week to just drive to work ,let a lone drive our Chevelles on the weekends. Grant From: Mike Holleman To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Tuesday, August 26, 2003 5:05 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Gas in Arizona Where have you guys been for the last two years? The oil Barons have control in Washington. If you are bothered by two dollars a gallon, you will love three dollars a gallon cause that's where it's headed. Mike - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, August 25, 2003 9:17 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Gas in Arizona Hey Blazerman, If it was $2.00 bucks a gallon in TN you'd see hillbilly's running around everwhere with guns and you'd think it was the Boston Tea Party revisited. lol J. David Hardin Memphis, TN 67 Chevelle 67 El Camino ___Chevelle-list mailing list[EMAIL PROTECTED]http://chevelles.net/mailman/listinfo/chevelle-list_chevelles.net ___Chevelle-list mailing list[EMAIL PROTECTED]http://chevelles.net/mailman/listinfo/chevelle-list_chevelles.net ___ Chevelle-list mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://chevelles.net/mailman/listinfo/chevelle-list_chevelles.net
Re: [Chevelle-List] Strange Dilemma= which to keep vs. which to sell
Keep the 57,you already have a kick ass 67.This way you have a "new style" car that is still almost 40 years old and an "old style" car ,when you are in the mood for 50,s cruising thatwill be a half century old in less than 4 years.Nice problem to have. Grant - Original Message - From: Ken's Email To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, July 04, 2003 5:09 AM Subject: [Chevelle-List] Strange Dilemma= which to keep vs. which to sell This may sound like a lame question, but rambling thoughts on too many classic cars causes me to ask opinions about selling one (or even two): - I have a 67 Chevelle SS, 67 Chevelle Malibu, and 57 Chevy Bel Air Sport Coupe a. I have to sell at least one of these vehicles. b. The 67 Chevelle SS is matching numbers and completely restored so it stays. Appraised at 32K. But, you would not want to use as a daily driver. c. The 67 Chevelle Malibu has a 383 stroker, headers, and in great condition. New gas tank, new radiator. Engine good condition. Little rust. A good driver. Not a show car.Brakes have to be upgraded. Interior original and new headliner and carpeting. Great condition. Has powerglide trans. Can be upgraded to 350 turbo. Underneath of car has the classic rust coating they used in 60's and 70's. Sounds loud and proud. Carter Carb, nice stereo system. Alarm. d. The 57 Chevy has original 283 engine and powerglide trans. Re-done interior, power steering and front disc. brakes, new gas tank, new radiator. Needs new trunk pan, and 2 new inner fender wells. Needs frame to be sandblasted. Needs to have engine bay and hood to also be sandblasted. Not a show car, but a good cruiser. So between the 67 Chevelle Malibu and 57 Chevy which one would you keep. The 57 Chevy probably has more value than the 67 Malibu. I love the way the 67 Malibu handles but guidebooks indicate value is much less than a 67 SS--or even a 57 Chevy. Well, again, lame question. But, one has got to go. Thoughts ? Happy 4th July. K McDee Do you Yahoo!?SBC Yahoo! DSL - Now only $29.95 per month!
Re: [Chevelle-List] Muncie
Thanks to everyone that sent a reply to help me figure out what year the muncie is.Dale you are right it is P and then0614. Thanks again, Grant - Original Message - From: Dale McIntosh [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, June 12, 2003 6:15 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Muncie P is Muncie 0614 is June 14 (assuming a zero '0' and there's no space between it and the '6'). This is a 64 to 66 transmission. 1967 saw the introduction of the model year in the number - such as P8T13. P is Muncie, 8 is for 1968, T is for December, and 13 is the 13th. M20, M21 and M22 didn't get a letter designator until 1969 with 'A', 'B', and 'C' respectively. Congrats on the find though! Dale Decoding the P O 614 is (I think): Muncie (P) June (06) 14th (14) Brad Waller On Wednesday, June 11, 2003, at 10:14 AM, Grant Didmon wrote: Gentlemen I still can not wipe the smile off my face after 8 hours since I found and purchased a Muncie 4 speed in a small scrap yard 150 miles from home,for $190.It is complete with linkage and reverse lock out shifter that still works.The bad news is that I do not know what year it is,if it is a M20 or M21,or if it came on a Chevelle,Chevy II or Corvette.It has P O 614,and 3851325 stamped on it.Is it a 64 or 65 Maybe? Grant - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[Chevelle-List] Muncie
Gentlemen I still can not wipe the smile off my face after 8 hours since I found and purchased a Muncie 4 speed in a small scrap yard 150 miles from home,for $190.It is complete with linkage and reverse lock out shifter that still works.The bad news is that I do not know what year it is,if it is aM20 or M21,or if it came on a Chevelle,ChevyII or Corvette.It has P O 614,and 3851325 stamped on it.Is it a 64 or 65 Maybe? Grant
Re: [Chevelle-List] installing floor pans
John I had to replace three out of four floor pans in my 64 convert.I took it to a fellow who owned a sheet metal shop.I purchased the floors from that Atlanta Georgia company.I watched the fellow cut them out and then drop them in with an overlap.He then drilled little holes and put sheet metal screws through the holes, so that they would not move when he started to weld them.After,he just backed the screws out and spot welded the tiny screw holes shut.It was interesting to watch and learn.They look and fit like a hot damn.He then made me buy black marine paint to totally seal them against moisture ever hitting the bare metal. Grant - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, June 04, 2003 9:59 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] installing floor pans John, It's not all that difficult. Just use the old saying measure twice, cut once :-). You don't need to use the whole floor pan either, just use what you need. As long as you have an air nibbler, whizzer wheel, or other cutting tool and the welder you will be just fine. Tom - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [Chevelle-List] O.T. 409 question
JD At the Portland swap meet in April I saw two that were $150 each.It is the carbs that are expensive if you want originals. Grant - Original Message - From: Colt Seavers [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2003 9:09 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-List] O.T. 409 question Date: Thu, 29 May 2003 22:48:22 -0400 From: JDHall [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Chevelle-List] O.T. 409 question To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] What would a 409 double 4 barle aluminum intake be worth these days? Recently on eBay I saw a factory 2x4 intake with an opening bid of $200, and it was below reserve. Brad - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [Chevelle-List] Chevelle Listers,who are you and where are youfrom?
Hi Larry I just got the 64 finished today after 4 long years of working on it.I have not driven it any farther than 35 miles in that time so I am a bit nervous thinking about driving it six hundred miles return in one day.I am considering it though.It is Sunday the 29th of June isn't it? Can you send me the info on it? Thanks, Grant Hey Grant: you going to make it down for our show end of June? Larry (Z)
Re: [Chevelle-List] Four Door Coupe?
They made actual 4 door hardtops in 1966,67,68,and69.They also had skylark and Cutlas 4 door hardtops.I remember seeing a factory order 1966,4 door hardtop with a 275 hp 327 4spd in 1967 that was traded in at a local Chevy Dealership back then. Grant - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, April 11, 2003 5:23 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Four Door Coupe? Dale,Thanks for the information...I always thought coupe was no post, and sedan was postlet me rephrase this thenThis 67, it was a 4 door, and it had no post. It was a non post 4 door chevelle. Besides this one, every single 4 door 66-67 Chevelle I have seen was a post. This one though, had no post. I double checked it. Did they make 4 door non post 66-67 chevelles, or was this just a trick one? -Tim-1966 Chevelle
Re: [Chevelle-List] Radio
Title: Message 1963 was the first year for Chevy AM/FM.Corvettes had the wonderbar radio at the beginning of the year and then they brought out a AM/FM later in the year.1963 saw a lot of people order AM/FM's inthe big Chevs. Grant - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, March 14, 2003 5:34 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Radio I owned a 64 Corvette coupe back in 1970 and it was equipped with an AM/FM radio. Clint HooperLT5 Registry Director'91 ZR-1 Callaway Aerobodyhttp://www.LT5Registry.net/'69 El Camino ProTourer ACES #1650http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint_hooper.htm'99 Honda F6 Valkyrie custom for sale - Original Message - From: Dale McIntosh The 65 Malibu also had AM/FM stereo available on the V8 SS. AM/FM radio was RPO U69 (all models) and "Radio stereo equipment" was RPO U79 (13837 only). Dale McIntosh TC Gold #92/ACES #1709 67SS/67 Elky Dales Place My 67 SS and 67 El Camino ChevelleStuff Decoding info on 64-72 Chevelles Team 67 1967 Chevelle/El Camino Specific Midwest Chevelles Midwest Chevelle Show Information
Re: [Chevelle-List] Engine code
Larry It was also available in 1968 chevelles. Grant - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, March 09, 2003 12:46 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Engine code L 79 was available in 65-67 CHEVELLES Larry (z)
Re: [Chevelle-List] Vanity Plate Ideas
Replies to this message are sent to The Chevelle Mailing List Ken I saw a cute one in Portland Oregon a couple of years back when visiting on holidays IYQ TOO Grant . - Original Message - From: Ken's Email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, December 09, 2001 7:22 AM Subject: [Chevelle-List] Vanity Plate Ideas Replies to this message are sent to The Chevelle Mailing List Well, I don't want to beat this horse to death, but reading the great ideas on names for my 67 SS (real) had me think of these two: - See ya - Pulover Big Ken P.S. Remember the limit is 7 letters. __ Do You Yahoo!? Send your FREE holiday greetings online! http://greetings.yahoo.com - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [Chevelle-List] Another VIN Question
Bill Call General Motors Communication center in Oshawa Ontario,@1-800 263-3777 and ask for the Historical data department.The fellow who does all the research on Canadian built cars,and Americanbuilt cars that sold in Canada brand new is George Zapora.you give him the Vin number and your Visa number and if your car was built here ,in about four weeks after you talk to him you are one happy guy when the post man delivers a big envelope to you.It is amazing the stuff they have kept on old micro feesh on our cars.The last time I had one done it cost about $45 Canadian,so about $30 US.If the 1-800 number does not work in the States then ask the long Distant Operator to give you General motors of Canada Limited on 1908 Colonel Sam Drive,Oshawa Ontario's phone Number. Good luck Grant - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, November 20, 2001 5:00 AM Subject: [Chevelle-List] Another VIN Question Thanks to all who helped with the last question. Ended up the guy had really lost the cowl tag... easy replacement. I just received another email from another Chevelle owner..(please see below). Thanks in advance for your help. Donnie Gates --- HI, My name is Bill, and I recently bought a '70 SS clone from a guy I have known for 25 years (he had the car that long too). When I bought the car, it never occured to me to check the VIN tag in the dash. I have now discovered that the tag is gone. He said the tag was lost when the car was in the body shop, and they replaced the windshield. I have since learned that many people have problems with the tag when they replace the windshield. Nevertheless, I am now trying to verify the car to the title. It is a Canadian car (according to the title VIN, which does not have an alpha charachter in it). Anyway, I have looked in the places suggested by local law enforcement veterans, but I have not had any luck. I figured that perhaps someone in your club who has done a frame-off has laid eyes on such "hidden" numbers, and could direct me. It would be helpful to have an exact location and number size. Any help is greatly appreciated.
[Chevelle-List] What is it from
Gentlemen I have an old G.M. aluminum intake manifold on the original 283 in my 64 Chevelle,and I was wondering if someone can check the numbers for me so I can find out what it was from. It reads 458520 G.M.,and then under that is 61AH30D.Is it early 70's Camaro? Thanks, Grant
Re: [Chevelle-List] What is it from
Replies to this message are sent to The Chevelle Mailing List - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, September 26, 2001 6:39 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] What is it from Replies to this message are sent to The Chevelle Mailing List I just looked up the number in my 55-93 chevy engine casting number book and it comes up as this: 305/350 Late Model All applications 4 BC, Aluminum, Q-Jet w/EGR Tom - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tom Thanks for the information. Grant - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [Chevelle-List] 66 Malibu SS info
- Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, August 27, 2001 11:12 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] 66 Malibu SS info Grant: one of my books show right drive dash and steering parts for my 65. Boy that would be cool. hey it was nice seeing ya last week. Will you be going to Monroe? Larry Hi Larry Yes I will be going to Monroe in October,not sure if I can make it on the Saturday though,as I can only get one Saturday off a month.That meet in Graham Wash.last week was the best turn out yet.Maybe next year we will both have our cars there eh? Grant
Re: [Chevelle-List] 66 Malibu SS info
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Jerry: that is what I
believe. If the car was built to ship overseas it would have had a metric
odometer. Andre you may be able to help us on this one. Can't remember but
the trim code will have some numbers designating it as an
export.
Larry
Larry
You are right about
exports to Europe,almost everyeuropean countryhave Kilometer
speedos.England is still mph I believe.When theAmerican and Canadian car
companies exported cars they could have different headlights ordered and
different tires as alot of the Highways arevery different to drive
on,unless you are in Germany and have cars cruise by you at 180 k per hour
{110 mph] or faster.The Chevelles built in Belgium could even have a Factory
metal sunroof ordered for them.I saw a brand new 1967 black over yellow
small block Chevelle in London in July 67 that had the Factory roof
installed.I chased the guy all around Piccadilly until I could speak to him
about his car,and I remember he paid $10,000 U.S. for it,because of the high
duties on non British built cars.It came from Belgium and it was a left hand
drive not a right hand drive model.They also built Camaro's in Belgium and the
roof was an option also.Rare cars!
Grant
Re: [Chevelle-List] reclining bench seats?
- Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2001 4:47 PM Subject: [Chevelle-List] reclining bench seats? Question: Anyone know if there are stock bench seats that recline and fit a 72 chevelle, or aftermarket or newer model seats that will fit? How about a bench seat that has the fold-down armrest? I love buckets, but benches are where its at for me! I have also heard that alot of monte carlo parts fit chevelles also, how about seats? thanks! chris 72 malibu NJ Chris Buick Skylarks,etc have full down arm rest bench seats as options from 65 on up and many 68 to 72 had power driver's sides and they bolt right in your Chevelle. Grant
Re: [Chevelle-List] Production questions/build date
- Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, August 15, 2001 6:35 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Production questions/build date grant: you going to graham this weekend? if so maybe I'll cya there. larry Hi larry Yes I am going to go on Sunday,I should be rolling in about 10:30 am.Hope to see you there. Grant
Re: [Chevelle-List] Production questions/build date
- Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, August 15, 2001 5:02 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Production questions/build date Thanks tom, my cousin worked late 60's to mid 70's for chevy in Calif. he always vacation due to changeover time in July. OK guys if you want send me your build dates how about year -build date -and production plant Larry Larry I have a very late build date on my 64 chevelle convert that I mentioned to you before.It was built June 29th/1964 and not shipped until july 7th/1964.It was built at the Oshawa,Ontario plant.I used to go down to the Storage holding yards for new cars,near my home in the early 60's and peer through the fence so I could see the new models of Chevs and Fords.I would always see them come in in early August,but they weren,t in the showrooms for a few more weeks.On Sunday of this week,the 12th of August,I jogged down early to A Pontiac dealership one mile from my home and in the back they already have 2002 Grandams,and Buick Regals. Grant
Re: [Chevelle-List] subject: rarest option for your year of chevelle ?
- Original Message - From: Joe Donna To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, July 29, 2001 4:08 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-List] subject: rarest option for your year of chevelle ? Get this the 3 speed shift linkage is bolted to the cross member!!! When you really get on it, it's a bear to shift. You drive almost everyplace in 2nd gear, it sort of like having a man-matic if that's a word. I can take off in 2nd and drive around town, just push in the clutch when stopping and takeoff again in second. I think the big block helps out allot with this but is kind of nice for cruising. Unless I tell them or they ask everyone thinks it's a 4 speed bench car. If you go to this link you can see the bench seat shifter. They have more of a loop in them. http://www.chevelles.net/s/feature/january_2000/january_2000.htm BTW my car is still not very far along. When these pictures where taken I lived in Southern Cal. I moved and now live in southern Arkansas. Talk about a job moving a non running car was hard enough..packing up all the parts and moving those was a job. I tore down the engine and brought it in pieces. The car was transported in enclosed trailer and cost $1700 to move it out here. The company I work for picked up that bill thank goodness!! Joe -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Sunday, July 29, 2001 5:02 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] subject: rarest option for your year of chevelle ? Joe: that is a rare one. Wonder how many knew that the 3 speed was standard and the auto or 4 speed were the options? also the bench seat? I believe only 64 and 65 were bucket seat auto or 4 speed on the floor only SS cars. Larry Joe My best friend has the same car as you,three speed ,bench seat,396-325 hp,no power steering etc.The colours are a wierd dark brown,with green interior.It was built in Canada, and when calling G.M. archive services,to get all the original paper work on the car,the fellow at G.Msaid this was the only one he had ever heard of built in Canada.I showed my friend the picture of your stock three speed shifter and that is the only way he found out it is still the original shifter,as he had thought that it was an after market one since nobody that looked at it could verify it for him,that it was the correct one.Maybe you should start a 396-3speed registery,to see how few are out there. Grant
