Summary

Complete nut-and-bolt, frame-off restoration built on a full Schwartz chassis. Updated with a new Chevrolet Performance Connect & Cruise kit powered by a 6.2-liter GM LT1 engine mated to a manual 6-speed TREMEC transmission.

Details

A true Pro-Touring custom, this 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle convertible underwent a complete nut-and-bolt, frame-off restoration and was built on a new full Schwartz chassis. It was professionally restored and updated with a new Chevrolet Performance Connect & Cruise kit and is powered by a 6.2-liter GM LT1 engine mated to a manual 6-speed TREMEC transmission. A new McLeod hydraulic clutch with a McLeod short shifter sends torque via a custom aluminum driveshaft to the 3.73 gear rear end. RideTech coilover shocks assist the custom chassis' handling. Steering is navigated through a power rack & pinion setup and stopping is provided by the 4-wheel big brake and Wilwood master cylinder kit with new brake lines and a power booster. The engine cooling is handled by a new Be Cool aluminum radiator with dual electric fans. An all-new custom stainless-steel fuel tank, fuel lines, fuel pump and pressure regulator help feed the LT1 V8 engine. Inside, you'll find a custom black-and-red interior that includes custom SS power seats, a 3-spoke billet steering wheel and a tilt steering column. Additional modern upgrades include power windows, power locks, LED lighted door panels, Billet Specialties door handles, USB charging ports and a custom dash with Dakota Digital VHX gauges. A new Vintage Air system keeps the cockpit temperature in check with the top up or down. The retro stereo features an AM/FM/Bluetooth head unit with four Memphis Audio cabin speakers and a Viper alarm. An American Autowire wiring harness was used to support the new-powered technology with an Optima battery and safety kill switch located in the trunk. The exterior high-quality restoration spared no expense, with subtle modifications such as tightened bumpers painted to match the body, billet hood hinges, custom SS badging, a new windshield, weatherstripping, custom headlights and smoked taillights. This car is finished with high-gloss black PPG paint accented by SS-style red stripes along the hood and decklid. Ringbrothers billet door handles and side mirrors were added, along with a set of custom black-and-chrome 20-inch U.S. Mags Rambler wheels wrapped in Nitto Invo tires. The entire top was replaced with a new power top setup, including shocks, hydraulic lines and a motor, along with a black Stayfast convertible top.