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The coupe-utility concept traces back to 1934, when Ford of Australia answered a farmer&#8217;s wife who asked for &#8220;a vehicle to go to church in on Sunday and which can carry our pigs to market on Monday.&#8221; Chevrolet introduced the El Camino in 1959 to challenge Ford&#8217;s Ranchero, and together the two proved there was a genuine American appetite for a sedan-based hauler that could do a light truck&#8217;s work in style. With a far longer options list at its disposal, a lucky buyer could equip an El Camino exactly like this SS396 \u2014 and this is the first Fathom Blue Chevelle or El Camino I&#8217;ve encountered, which makes it all the more special. Settle into the blue buckets, fire that big-block, and imagine adding this beloved, do-it-all icon to your own collection.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Highlights<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rare, numbers-matching 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS396 \u2014 a beautifully equipped example of the beloved coupe-utility<\/li>\n<li>Numbers-matching 396\/402 big-block V8 (casting EC T1110CTW, VD 10B124588) \u2014 a stout version of Chevy&#8217;s legendary big-block<\/li>\n<li>Functional cowl induction hood feeding that authentic SS big-block character<\/li>\n<li>Exquisite Fathom Blue (Code 28) paint \u2014 the first Fathom Blue Chevelle or El Camino I&#8217;ve had the pleasure of seeing<\/li>\n<li>Correct blue bucket seats (Code 765) with console and full instrumentation for a genuine, well-appointed SS cabin<\/li>\n<li>Factory 4-link rear suspension with 12-bolt carrier and American Racing alloys resembling the original Magnum 500s<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Engine &amp; Performance<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Numbers-matching 396\/402 cubic-inch big-block V8 (casting EC T1110CTW, VD 10B124588) \u2014 the muscular heart of this SS<\/li>\n<li>Functional cowl induction hood drawing cool, dense air for stronger, more spirited big-block performance<\/li>\n<li>TH400 automatic transmission delivering smooth, confident, effortless shifts around town and on the open road<\/li>\n<li>Factory 4-link rear suspension with 12-bolt carrier putting the power down cleanly for balanced, sure-footed acceleration<\/li>\n<li>Power front disc brakes offering confident, sure-footed stopping power to match the big-block muscle<\/li>\n<li>Power steering delivering easy, refined control whether cruising or hauling<\/li>\n<li>A properly sorted SS drivetrain that rewards every mile behind the wheel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Exterior<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Exquisite Fathom Blue (Code 28) finish flowing across the timeless, unmistakable 1970 El Camino bodywork \u2014 a genuinely rare and eye-catching color<\/li>\n<li>Functional cowl induction hood announcing the big-block muscle beneath<\/li>\n<li>American Racing alloy wheels that faithfully echo the original Magnum 500 look for an authentic, purposeful stance<\/li>\n<li>Generous rubber front and rear \u2014 215\/65R15 up front and 245\/60R15 out back \u2014 filling the wheel wells beautifully<\/li>\n<li>Clean, sculpted lines that command attention at every concours lawn, cruise night, and collector gathering<\/li>\n<li>A genuine head-turner that blends muscle car presence with honest, do-anything utility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Interior<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Correct blue bucket seats (Code 765) delivering a driver-focused, sporting SS cockpit<\/li>\n<li>Center console adding an authentic, well-appointed finish to the cabin<\/li>\n<li>Full instrumentation keeping clear tabs on the big-block&#8217;s vital signs<\/li>\n<li>Newer AM\/FM\/iPod audio system blending modern convenience with the cabin&#8217;s classic character<\/li>\n<li>Handsome, color-coordinated presentation that captures the spirited essence of the SS era<\/li>\n<li>A comfortable, purposeful environment built for weekend shows and open-road cruising alike<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Additional Info<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS396<\/li>\n<li>Numbers-matching 396\/402 big-block V8<\/li>\n<li>Engine casting EC T1110CTW<\/li>\n<li>VD 10B124588<\/li>\n<li>Functional cowl induction hood<\/li>\n<li>TH400 automatic transmission<\/li>\n<li>Fathom Blue exterior (Code 28)<\/li>\n<li>Correct blue bucket seats (Code 765)<\/li>\n<li>Center console<\/li>\n<li>Full instrumentation<\/li>\n<li>Power steering<\/li>\n<li>Power front disc brakes<\/li>\n<li>Factory 4-link rear suspension<\/li>\n<li>12-bolt carrier<\/li>\n<li>American Racing alloy wheels resembling original Magnum 500s<\/li>\n<li>215\/65R15 front tires<\/li>\n<li>245\/60R15 rear tires<\/li>\n<li>Newer AM\/FM\/iPod audio system<\/li>\n<li>Additional photos and video available upon request<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Ready to add a rare, numbers-matching Fathom Blue El Camino SS396 \u2014 one of the most charismatic and versatile machines of its era \u2014 to your collection? Beautifully equipped examples with this kind of color, correct SS appointments, and genuine big-block heritage seldom come to market. This beauty is a fine example of these beloved machines and it&#8217;s ready to work \u2014 haul ass or hay, it&#8217;s up to you!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS396 \u2014 Numbers-Matching 396\/402 V8, TH400 Automatic, Rare Fathom Blue with Functional Cowl Induction Here is one of the most clever and endearing machines Detroit ever built, presented exactly the way discerning collectors dream of finding one \u2014 a genuinely gorgeous 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS396 wearing rare Fathom Blue over [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":610,"featured_media":1975788,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"content-type":""},"product_cat":[18],"product_tag":[701,97,56],"class_list":["post-1975787","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","product_cat-auctions","product_tag-chevrolet","product_tag-el-camino","product_tag-truck-auctions"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - 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