The owner says (and the cowl tag confirms) that Chevrolet painted this Chevelle in Tuxedo Black. It left the factory with a white vinyl top, so it was dressed in a rare black-and-white combo that was certainly a head-turning machine.
It’s impossible to tell how many 1970 Chevelles used a similar color combination, but we can assume that not many. Tuxedo Black made its way to 7,327 Chevelles, but the number includes all body styles and all convertible top colors. There are no specifics on this particular combination, so claiming the car was a rare sight wouldn’t be a mistake.
As you can see in the photos shared by seller lumars_9185, the Chevelle no longer has this desirable paint, likely because the car spent years in storage.
It’s not a rough project despite exhibiting metal damage and rust problems. The owner did a fantastic job in highlighting the metal issues of this Chevelle, so you should inspect all images in the gallery if you’re committed to a purchase.
Unfortunately, you won’t find good news if you open the hood to look inside. The Chevelle no longer has the original V8, as a previous owner replaced it with a 350 small-block unit from a 1971 car. Not even this engine comes in working shape, as the 350 doesn’t turn. It turns over freely, meaning there’s still some life in it, but only a good mechanic can tell if saving the engine is worth the time, money, and effort.
Overall, this Chevelle looks like a solid restoration candidate, but you’re strongly recommended to inspect everything in person. The owner says the interior is complete, though you can’t tell how much of it can still be used for a restoration without seeing everything in person.
While the rare paint combination makes this Chevelle a highly desirable car, the changes it has received lately, including the new engine under the hood, have made many potential buyers walk away. The bidding starts at $5,000, but nobody entered the race at the time of press. The owner also configured a reserve, and anyone who wants to buy the car without a fight can trigger the Buy It Now price, which is available at $10,000.
As I said, buyers should order a third-party inspection or see the car live by traveling to Delmar, New York.
