1970 El Camino L48

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1970 El Camino-L48 for sale. This is an Arizona truck that I've owned for over 20 years. It is a rust free vehicle with new paint and driveline. VIN 136800L204576. Please check at Hagerty/valuation tools.com to use their calculator. This vehicle has original book and protect-o-plate. This vehicle is an L-48 which means that from the factory it was 350 cubic inch, 300 horsepower, Muncie M-20 four (4) speed, and twelve (12) bolt Positraction rear end.

Paint and Body: this is a very clean truck with custom Z-28 style hood and new base coat-clear-coat paint using high quality materials including DC-92 clear. The prep and paint was done by Manuel Lara an accomplished painter with over a dozen years of experience. Truck was painted and three (3) coats of clear were used. Vehicle was color sanded and buffed to a very high gloss.

Engine and Transmission: This is a 350 cubic inch that has been bored to +.030 with high quality work and parts. This engine is a correct casting number for the time period. Engine has been built by NAPA Yuma, AZ where experienced Automotive Technicians have bored, honed and balanced to our satisfaction. Engine uses correct harmonic balancer (8 in.) and correct flywheel (11 in.) It has many upgrades including Racing Head Service Aluminum Heads, Sanderson Headers, Edelbrock Air-Gap intake, 650 C.F.M. carb with electric choke, Comp Cams camshaft, lifters, pushrods, and full roller rockers. This engine has a High Energy Ignition, and MSD 8mm wires, and gear reduction style starter. This engine is new and is properly broken in using recommended Comp Cam break-in lubricants. The transmission is a Muncie four speed, M-20. This transmission has been completely rebuilt by an ASE certified auto technician. A complete rebuild kit was used including front and mid-plate bearings, and internal parts such as small bearings in countershaft and steel speedometer gear. Transmission is original to vehicle as is noted by production stamp. Shifter is original Hurst that has been rebuilt by their company. The 11" flywheel has been resurfaced, new clutch, pressure plate, and throw out bearing used. The transmission functions as new.

Rear-end: this is a factory original to this vehicle, twelve (12) bolt positraction 3.31/ 1 rear differential. New rear pinion seal and housing gaskets were installed as well and Chevrolet Positraction conditioner fluid.

Exhaust: Sanderson coated short headers, Flowmaster mufflers, crossover mid pipe, Camero style front/rear connectors, full length system with 2.25" exhaust pipes.

Wheels and tires: Mickey Thompson tires, with very few miles and steel Rally style wheels.

Steering: Factory power steering, new rag joint, custom wood steering wheel. New column turn signal internals and turn signal cancel. The horn works!

Lighting: All lights work as they should, high beam, low beam, turn signals, four way flashers and back up lites.

Trim: the trim is in generally good condition with some scratches or small dents.

Air conditioning/heating: The A.C. is Vintage Air. It works very well and is on the cold side on low fan according to thermometers designed to check automotive A.C. efficiency. Around 40 degrees. The heater is not currently operative since there are no longer heater hoses on this truck. The heater has worked previously and could be refitted with hoses.

Radio: This truck has a Sony BT31PW, with Bluetooth. Two speakers are mounted in front kick panels

Drivability: This truck has been serviced to include front disc brakes, rear drum brakes, shocks, springs, bushings for anti-sway-bar. It drives and handles very nice.

I'm not interested in trades; I don't want any contacts concerning marketers having potential buyers. If you're a potential buyer please contact me direct I'll be happy to answer questions. There are no warranties on this vehicle either expressed or implied. Any bidders who have 10 or less transactions must contact the seller prior to their bid being accepted. If you have 10 or less transactions, and you don't contact me your bid will be cancelled. Thanks of considering my truck. I would encourage any potential buyer to inspect vehicle prior to purchase, or have a qualified technician inspect it for you. I will make my vehicle available anywhere in Yuma, Arizona with 24 hour notice. Please consider wishes of your financial partner prior to bidding.

Payment: A non-refundable payment of $500 must be sent to the seller within twenty-four (24) hours of close of auction via Bank transfer or cash payment. Remainder of payment will be received by seller within seven (7) days. The remainder payment will be in the form of bank to bank transfer or cash. If buyer fails to pay initial $500 payment within agreed upon time frame vehicle will be re-listed. If the buyer has any questions about the condition of vehicle or terms of sale, seller will quickly answer those questions.

Transportation: This is the responsibility of the buyer. This vehicle can be driven to its new location or transported; either of these methods is responsibility of buyer. Seller will cooperate in making vehicle available for transportation if given twenty four (24) hours notice.

Actual mileage is unknown.