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| 1964 Chevrolet El Camino |
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Price: $11,995 |
Last Updated 14 hours ago
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| Year: |
1964 |
| Make: |
Chevrolet |
| Model: |
El Camino |
| Trim: |
N\A |
| Engine: |
230ci 6-cylinder |
| Fuel: |
Gasoline |
| Color: |
Gray |
| Miles: |
95842 |
| Stock #: |
3027 |
| Body Style: |
Pickup Truck |
| Condition: |
Used |
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Vehicle Description
HIGHLIGHTS:Â
-Inline-six engine w/ 3-on-the-tree!
-Project! Blank canvas!
-Runs & drives
This 1964 Chevrolet El Camino is an authentic, blank-canvas project car that offers the ultimate opportunity for a full-scale restoration or a wild custom build. While it technically runs and drives, this first-year, second-generation classic utility coupe is firmly in the "project" category and is looking for a savior with a trailer and a vision. It features a three-speed column-shifted manual transmission and a complete, though weathered, interior. If you have been searching for a complete, unmodified foundation to build your dream restomod from the ground up without the guilt of cutting up a pristine survivor, this 1964 El Camino is ready to be loaded up and taken apart!
BODY OVERVIEW:Â
The sheet metal on this vintage car-truck tells an honest story of time, weather, and a desperate need for a grinder and a welder. Rust has claimed residency in a variety of common areas, including the doors, around the rear window, the hood, the door jambs, and the floor pans, among a few other spots. On the bright side, the vehicle is largely complete, meaning you won't have to spend months hunting down rare, missing trim or major body panels. It represents a total restoration project from the frame up, offering a structurally honest starting point where what you see is exactly what you get.
PAINT CONDITION OVERVIEW:Â
The exterior is currently wearing a less-than-glamorous two-tone finish consisting of faded white paint and gray primer. Neither the paint nor the primer is in what anyone would call good condition, with plenty of scaling, weathering, surface rust, and raw character on display. It is the definition of a "blank canvas" finish, meaning you don't have to feel bad about sanding it completely down to the bare metal. It is far from a show-winner today, but it provides the perfect excuse to finally choose that custom color scheme you have been dreaming about.
INTERIOR CONDITION OVERVIEW:Â
Inside the cabin, the interior appears mostly complete but it is heavily showing its age with a significant amount of wear and tear. The factory bench seat, dashboard, and door panels are all present and accounted for, though none of them are in particularly good condition. The windshield is also cracked and will need to be added to your glass replacement list. However, having a complete interior layout means you have all the original templates for a full upholstery overhaul, saving you from searching the classifieds for missing brackets, handles, etc.
MECHANICAL OVERVIEW:Â
Under the hood, the engine technically fires up and moves the car under its own power, but it does so with a distinct smoke screen and a steady tick/knock that signals a much-needed retirement. Power is routed through a three-speed column-shifted manual transmission that shifts okay but occasionally gets stuck between gears (just to keep you on your toes!). The tires are old, and while the car can move, we strictly advise against driving it anywhere further than onto the back of a trailer or tow truck. Consider the mechanical components as excellent cores for a total rebuild or the perfect excuse for a modern engine swap!
WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT THIS CAR:Â
You will love the fact that this El Camino is a complete car, sparing you the nightmare of buying a disassembled basket case where half the bolts and brackets are missing. The 1964 model year is highly sought after for its classic lines, making it an incredible candidate for an LS swap, an aggressive pro-touring suspension setup, or a faithful factory-correct restoration. It is a guilt-free project that allows you to be the master of its destiny, turning a neglected relic into a certified head-turner.
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Vehicle Options
Drum Brakes, Single Exhaust, Bench Seat, AM/FM/CD/AUX Stereo, Pinstripes, Simulated Sidepipes, Chrome Wheels |
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