This 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 coupe was initially delivered to Tuttle Chevrolet of Madison, North Carolina, and it underwent a refurbishment in the 1990s that included repainting the body, re-trimming the interior, and rebuilding the engine. Power is provided by a 402ci L34 V8 linked to a three-speed automatic transmission, and the car is finished in gold over a reupholstered black vinyl interior. Equipment includes a black vinyl roof covering, 14″ wheels, power-assisted steering, front disc brakes, a dual exhaust system, front bucket seats, rear lap belts, air conditioning, a center console, and a push-button radio. This Chevelle SS was acquired by the seller in 2022 and is now offered with build sheets, a refurbishment photo album, and an Illinois title in the seller’s name.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS 396

The car left the factory in Champagne Gold (55) and was refinished in 1990. Exterior details include a black vinyl roof covering, a domed hood, SS and 396 badging, a single bright-finished mirror, chrome bumpers, and dual polished exhaust outlets.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS 396

The 14″ Super Sport wheels wear bright trim rings and are mounted with Firestone Wide Oval raised-white-letter tires, and a matching spare is stored in the trunk. Braking is handled by power-assisted front disc and rear drum brakes. The car is equipped with power-assisted steering and was ordered with the F41 performance suspension package featuring a thicker front sway bar, a rear sway bar, and boxed front control arms.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS 396

The cabin houses front bucket seats and a rear bench that were reupholstered in black vinyl joined by a color-coordinated dashboard and replacement carpeting and door panels. Equipment includes a locking center console, air conditioning, a push-button radio, front shoulder belts, front and rear lap belts, and manual crank windows. There is a crack in the upholstery of the rear passenger-side armrest.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS 396

The two-spoke steering wheel frames a central 120-mph speedometer, a fuel-level gauge, and an analog clock. The five-digit odometer shows 44k miles, approximately 100 of which were added under current ownership. Total mileage is unknown.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS 396

The 402ci L34 V8 is equipped with a four-barrel carburetor as well as a chrome air cleaner lid and valve covers. Factory-rated output when new was 350 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque. An oil change was performed in preparation for the sale.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS 396

The engine block stamping includes a CTW suffix, which aligns with the code for a 402ci L34 V8 with a four-barrel carburetor producing 350 horsepower for use with a three-speed automatic transmission.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS 396

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a three-speed TH400 automatic transmission and a 12-bolt rear axle with 3.31:1 gearing. The underside of the car was repainted gray, and the chassis components were refinished in black. The aftermarket dual exhaust system terminates with dual oval-shaped finishers beneath the rear bumper.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS 396

Decoding the Fisher body tag reveals the following information:

  • 70–13637 – 1970 Malibu Sport Coupe
  • A22111 – Atlanta, Georgia assembly number
  • Trim 756 – Black vinyl bucket seats
  • Paint 55 B– Champagne Gold, black vinyl roof
  • 01D – Fourth week of January production

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS 396

Two included build sheets show delivery to Tuttle Chevrolet in Madison, North Carolina, along with factory equipment.

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS 396

A photo album documenting the refurbishment process is included in the sale, and a selection of photos are presented in the gallery.

The Illinois title is marked as a duplicate.

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