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In 1970, GM lifted their edict against engines with displacement capacities larger than 400 CID in intermediate cars. Chevrolet quickly responded by installing a 454 CID into the Chevelle. Although never officially advertised, the Regular Production Option (RPO) LS6 package was available to the public if they knew who and what to ask for. With a wheelbase measuring out to 112-inches, it was the perfect home for the big block engine. Equipped with big-valve cylinder heads, a 780 CFM Holley carburetor, solid-lifter camshaft and a 4-bolt main block, it conjured up a stratospheric 11.25:1 compression ratio, 450 HP and 500 lb-ft of torque. Many believed those horsepower and torque numbers were conservative to appease the emissions and safety professionals. Buyers were also given the option of an automatic or 4-speed manual transmission. The rarest of the breed is the LS6 Chevelle Convertible, with an estimated 18 examples remaining in modern times.
This particular Chevelle SS Convertible is powered by the 454/450 HP big block V8 with an automatic transmission. It has power steering, power brakes, power windows and a power convertible top. The exterior is Cranberry red with black stripes and interior. It has been given a comprehensive restoration. It is believed that the car has been driven just 51,000 miles since new.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2016
This particular Chevelle SS Convertible is powered by the 454/450 HP big block V8 with an automatic transmission. It has power steering, power brakes, power windows and a power convertible top. The exterior is Cranberry red with black stripes and interior. It has been given a comprehensive restoration. It is believed that the car has been driven just 51,000 miles since new.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2016
2020 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, AZ
Sale Price :
USD $82,500
2018 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall
Sale Price :
USD $82,500
2018 RM Sothebys : Fort Lauderdale
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $100,000-USD $125,000
Lot was not sold
2016 Mecum : Monterey
High Bid (Lot was not sold)
USD $180,000
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Chevrolet Chevelle
(Data based on Model Year 1970 sales)
1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE SS CUSTOM COUPE Chassis#: 136370R240100 Sold for USD$74,800 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE LS5 SS Chassis#: 136370A173979 Sold for USD$88,000 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE CUSTOM COUPE Chassis#: 136370R221050 Sold for USD$70,400 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE SS Chassis#: 1363701524514 Sold for USD$71,500 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS5 Convertible Chassis#: 136670b216608 Sold for USD$110,000 2024 Mecum : Houston | |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Chassis#: 136370f119756 Sold for USD$99,000 2024 Mecum : Houston | |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS Chassis#: 136370a140438 Sold for USD$60,500 2024 Mecum : Houston | |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS Chassis#: 136370a181265 Sold for USD$77,000 2024 Mecum : Houston | |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS6 Chassis#: 136370a172712 Sold for USD$100,100 2024 Mecum : Houston | |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Chassis#: 136370k165070 Sold for USD$41,800 2024 Mecum : Glendale | |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Custom Chassis#: 136370l201739 Sold for USD$106,700 2024 Mecum : Glendale | |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS6 Chassis#: 136370b139640 Sold for USD$126,500 2024 Mecum : Glendale | |
1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE SS 396 Chassis#: 1363701535486 Sold for USD$66,000 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ | |
1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE SS 454 CUSTOM COUPE Chassis#: 1363701562986 Sold for USD$55,000 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ | |
1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE MALIBU CUSTOM COUPE Chassis#: 136370A107821 Sold for USD$79,200 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ | |
1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE CUSTOM COUPE Chassis#: 136370A139072 Sold for USD$99,000 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ | |
1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE CUSTOM COUPE Chassis#: AZ387730 Sold for USD$74,800 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ | |
1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE CUSTOM COUPE Chassis#: 136370L186462 Sold for USD$62,700 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ | |
1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE SS 454 RE-CREATION Chassis#: 136370B158837 Sold for USD$66,000 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ | |
1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE CUSTOM COUPE Chassis#: 136370R210201 Sold for USD$63,800 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ |
Chevrolet Chevelles That Failed To Sell At Auction
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1970 Chevrolet Chevelle | 136370k149317 | 2024 Mecum : Glendale | $80,000 | $150,000 | $160,000 |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle | 136370r240100 | 2024 Mecum : Glendale | $55,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS5 | 136370k155396 | 2024 Mecum : Glendale | $70,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Custom | 136370l191723 | 2024 Mecum : Glendale | $70,000 | $125,000 | $150,000 |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS5 SS Convertible | 136670B178652 | 2024 Worldwide Auctioneers : Scottsdale | |||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle | 136370k172940 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $65,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS | 136370a110546 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $60,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle | 136370b207008 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $24,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle | 136370l131177 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $90,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS6 | 136370k145329 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $140,000 | $200,000 | $225,000 |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS Convertible | 136670b200585 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $160,000 | $250,000 | $350,000 |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS | 136370r242187 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $75,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS | 1363701522094 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $52,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle | 136370a135879 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $57,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle | 136370a126902 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $70,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle | 136370r263278 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $52,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS Custom | 136370r221366 | 2023 Mecum : Kansas City | $32,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Custom | 135370k184066 | 2023 Mecum : Kansas City | $85,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS | 136370r206310 | 2023 Mecum : Chattanooga | $50,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS | 136370b185227 | 2023 Mecum : Chattanooga | $65,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS | 136370r206310 | 2023 Mecum : Dallas | $55,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS | 1363701535486 | 2023 Mecum : Dallas | $60,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS6 | 136370a146682 | 2023 Mecum : Monterey | $175,000 | $235,000 | $275,000 |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS | 136370l188259 | 2023 Mecum : Monterey | $90,000 | $125,000 | $150,000 |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Convertible | 136670b165774 | 2023 Mecum : Monterey | $80,000 | $125,000 | $175,000 |
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS | 136370b185227 | 2023 Mecum : Harrisburg | $75,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Pro Touring | 136370b114355 | 2023 Mecum : Harrisburg | $110,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS | 136370b149767 | 2023 Mecum : Harrisburg | $65,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS6 Convertible | 136670b198105 | 2023 Mecum : Harrisburg | $130,000 | ||
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Convertible | 136670k110823 | 2023 Mecum : Harrisburg | $52,000 |
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1947 DELAHAYE TYPE 135MS COUPE Chassis#:800494 Sold for $70,000 2024 Gooding & Co: Selections From The Mullin Collection Auction | |
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1961 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE Chassis#:10867S109493 Sold for $69,300 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
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1977 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM Chassis#:2W87Z7N176503 Sold for $69,300 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
1970 AMERICAN MOTORS REBEL MACHINE Chassis#:A0M190Y171202 Sold for $69,300 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
1968 Chevrolet C10 Pickup Chassis#:ce148s188570 Sold for $69,300 2024 Mecum : Houston | |
1983 Toyota FJ-45 Land Cruiser Pickup Chassis#:fj45349841 Sold for $69,300 2024 Mecum : Houston | |
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1971 Chevrolet Malibu Chassis#:136371l117494 Sold for $70,400 2024 Mecum : Glendale | |
1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS Chassis#:124377l150436 Sold for $70,400 2024 Mecum : Glendale | |
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