Summary

Matching numbers, date-code-correct, rare Mint Green 454 SS Chevelle equipped with the LS5 engine and M22 Rock Crusher 4-speed manual transmission. 72,000 original miles (title reads mileage exempt). From the John Staluppi Jr. Collection.

Details

Matching numbers and date-code-correct, this stripe-delete LS5 Chevelle is a rare Mint Green SS equipped with the LS5 engine, M22 Rock Crusher 4-speed manual transmission and Power Bulge hood. This 72,000-original-mile car (title reads mileage exempt) has a Protect-O-Plate, three Build Sheets - as well as a fourth Build Sheet found under the seat. Other documentation includes pre-delivery inspection sheet, Window Sticker and original first registration. It also has letters from previous owners, maintenance logs, copies of registrations, books, pictures and an appraisal report. It's equipped with the original rims with SS caps and original spare tire with rim. It has a restored matching-numbers carburetor. The exterior has had one repaint using the factory-correct 45 paint code. All the sheet metal is factory-original with no rust and no Bondo. The interior is mostly original except for NOS seat bottoms, new headliner and package tray. This car has won first-place honors at every show entered, including Goodguys, Hemmings Muscle Car of the Year finalist for 2009, First Place at the 35th Ecklers International, Arlington Heights, IL, for 2009, Best Stock Award at Sacramento Autorama in 2009, and numerous local shows and events. From the John Staluppi Jr. Collection.