General Information
Year
1983
Make
Chevrolet
Model
El Camino
Color
Metallic Maroon
Packages
AC, Stereo Radio with tape player
History
Was purchased in Central Washington state 1990.
Our grandson purchased it for a project. The engine is an original V-6,229 Cid, with and automatic transmission. He and his father had to install new windows and after it was used as a farm "wheel barrow" for all that time.
Our grandson purchased it for a project. The engine is an original V-6,229 Cid, with and automatic transmission. He and his father had to install new windows and after it was used as a farm "wheel barrow" for all that time.
1983 Chevrolet El Camino (Metallic Maroon)
Modifications
Drivetrain
We purchased it in 2016, and we have have rebuilt the engine, had the transmission overhauled, installed a new Vintage Air AC kit.
Interior
My wife and I re-upholstered the complete interior including new seat pads and sun visors made by us. New dash cap , painted to match exterior.
Exterior
After several hours of removing all the dents and repairing the bed, filling holes, sealing and twice primed.
I had the bed lined with Bed Liner and then removed all the chrome, and had the car completely repainted.
I had the bed lined with Bed Liner and then removed all the chrome, and had the car completely repainted.
Audio
The automatic transmission is a 200 rebuilt to a stronger 250C type.
Suspension
Standard suspension complete with original factory air shocks in the rear.
Wheel and Tire
Rally wheels, silver,black. 205/70/15 tires
