Frank shows us with true pride of passionate a
"must", a 1968 Chevelle L79, a lot of work and a lot of effort to
bring back to life what he considers one of the best Chevelle. The car was
found during one of his research looking for an SS, the particularity but he
took over and here the decision to restore this L79.
The engine was in good condition and only a good starting point was
enough to make its 350 hp still roar. Frank has overhauled the gearbox that
boasts the 4-speed option! And to complete it all, he has a Hurst lever that
stands out in the middle of the bench-seat. Complete the work the original
exhaust that appears curved from under the bumper.
Externally the Chevy was not set very well (‘cause cloned SS), Frank
wanted to prepare it by having to dismantle it all. First thing was to mount
its original hood without the air scoop crowning, eliminated the chrome
moldings of the SS proceeded to prepare the bodywork and give it the original
color that was a very special two tone: Teal Blue (lower) and Island blue (upper)
a fantastic color that gives a sense of peace (like a duck in a pond) get at
that car that give few sense of peace.
Changed the grid with an original chrome not black (ss).
Set orange turn lights instead of the white ones (SS option),
removed from the rear of the black band leaving the body color on the plate
where the long badge was added. Frank has put the original rims as simple and
colorful as the bodywork, tires with red line make it so sporty. A simple car
without too many frills with a latent charm of those who only love the Chevelle
can appreciate.
The car internally was well set up, bench-seat, deluxe
interiors that are recognized by the panels with chrome and satin finish line,
black and gray for the upholstery fabrics. Dashboard complete with standard
central rev counter, seat belts, radio and air conditioning.
Hurst lever that
stands out in the middle of the bench-seat. Complete the work the original
exhaust that appears curved from under the bumper.
For Frank the best Chevelle ever made.
Chevelle (ss 396) L79 Diecast 1/24 by Welly
