1966 Chevrolet Chevelle Convertible

This stunning 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle Convertible Restomod seamlessly blends timeless muscle car styling with modern performance and drivability. Under the hood is a professionally built 500-horsepower LS3 6.2-liter V8 featuring Hedman headers, a Precision Metal Craft intake manifold and fuel rails, Clayton Machine Works valve covers, an Edelbrock water pump, a Drive Junky accessory drive kit, Prothane engine mounts, and a DeWitts aluminum radiator with dual SPAL electric fans. Power is routed through a GM 4L80E automatic overdrive transmission to a Currie 9-inch rear end with disc brakes, delivering exhilarating power with effortless cruising. Finished in sleek gray over a striking red leather interior with a black power convertible top, this Chevelle is equipped with Baer four-wheel disc brakes featuring six-piston calipers and 13-inch rotors at all four corners, power rack-and-pinion steering with a Borgeson steering box, RideTech RidePro X adjustable air ride suspension with RideTech front and rear control arms and sway bars, Forgeline CV3C three-piece wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport tires, bucket seats, Vintage Air conditioning, a RetroSound stereo, Dakota Digital-style gauge cluster, billet controls, Ringbrothers billet hood hinges, a cowl hood, and a beautifully detailed smooth firewall engine bay. The undercarriage is exceptionally clean with solid floors and frame, while the body, paint, trim, and interior have all been professionally restored to an impressive standard. The combination of modern suspension, braking, cooling, and drivetrain components makes this Chevelle as enjoyable to drive as it is to admire. An independent appraisal completed in February 2025 praised the vehicle’s overall condition and assigned it a Condition #1 rating with an estimated value of $175,000, highlighting its exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail. Whether displayed at shows or driven on the open road, this Chevelle represents a no-expense-spared build that successfully combines iconic first-generation Chevelle styling with the reliability, comfort, and performance of a modern muscle car.