1984 Chevrolet El Camino

Pickup Truck

v8 ZZ@ 345 HP GM Crate

Automatic

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Ongoing project. Reliable enough to drive everyday. Trying to retire and I want to pay some bills. I've had this El Camino for almost 7 years Purchased from an amateur customizer who did side work and he used this El Camino as his "demo" to show potential clients his work. The paint and body work are at least 10 years old and the pictures will highlight the flaws, however, this is more of a 3 footer rather than a 10 footer. The paint is glass smooth and shines beautifully. If you don't want to attract attention this is not the car for you. The ZZ2 has less than 3,000 miles on it (I don't know how many miles on the car itself). The ZZ2 is a Crate engine very similar to the ubiquitous ZZ4. It has the same aluminum heads, 9.8:1 compression, full roller cam, 4 bolt mains a bulletproof crank and a square bore intake high rise manifold patterned after the LT1 Z28 design from 1970. Replacement cost around $3700. Hi torque Mini-Starter Grand Prix Frame stiffeners G Body specific 9' Ford rear with Posi Center Section and 3.5 ratio with Edelbrock adjustable upper arms and boxed lowers, Hellwig Anti Sway Bar, Air Shocks and Moog Cargo Coil springs, 11" drum brakes app cost $2400. Doug's Shorty Ceramic coated headers $550 into a 2.5" 'X' pipe. G Force double hump crossmember $245 Monte Carlo SS 200 4R Transmission, rebuilt 2500 RPM Converter, Hardened Input shaft and TCI constant pressure valve body ( current trans is a TH350 the 200 4R is included in the sale ) $2300. Custom built and precision balanced driveshaft that works with both the 200 and the 350 transmissions. 3 core Radiator, new A/C Condenser, Evaporator, Compressor, Hoses for ice cold air at least $500 B&M Ratchet Shifter $125 Wheels and tires $1600. Craftec Bed Cover $250 ( still new in box ) I could keep going but you get the drift. There are things that need to be done but nothing major. The interior is presentable but not perfect. There are seals that need to be installed in the rear and there's a whine in the rear that could just be bearings or a backlash adjustment. Remember this is a 9" so you pull the pumpkin and put it on the bench or bring it to your local Ford dealer and let them do it. Probably the easiest rear in existence to set up. My point is that if you have an El Camino or a G Body that you've been dreaming of building you could buy this car swap parts and re-sell it if you don't like the look or sell the one that you will never get around to building because you don't have the $10,000 for paint and another $10,000 for drivetrain upgrades and buy this car and proudly display it at your next local cruise. I'm doing a "Buy It Now" because the last few times I listed cars the "winning" bidders all disappeared after casting the winning bid. I will answer any question honestly ( see my feedback ) just ask and I will post valid questions and answers on the listing. This vehicle has a current NC inspection but it does not have any original emission equipment installed so be mindful of your state regulations before considering a purchase. The car is insured through Hagerty as a special interest car. So if your plans are to keep it as a cruiser/show vehicle it is eligible for inexpensive collector car insurance as long as you as an individual are eligible. My Price is firm so don't waste an email asking for a better price. I may consider a trade but need $3500 cash out of the deal. I would consider a stock El Camino, any year or a decent old Pick Up truck. Don't need a daily driver or a project. Can't seem to get a picture link to work however if you would email me at r2r5388 at yahoo dot com ( no email addresses allowed read between the lines please ) I will send a working link.