There is also a cowl hood with white SS stripes, along with 15-inch SS-style wheels shod in raised, white-letter Cooper Cobra tires, just to attest to the vintage atmosphere. On the outside, the classic car dealership promises a “ solid body with (a) nice Maroon paintjob,” which is said to be the original color – though it has been repainted since and now shines pristine. Tucked proudly inside the massive inventory of Sherman, Texas-based PC Classic Cars, we are dealing here with a Chevy that is neither too flashy to stand out in the wrong crowd nor humble enough to allow anyone to forget its iconic status. So you know you need to be the one cruising this one all weekend long.Rocking an original Maroon paintjob and SS white stripes, this 1972 example of the third generation El Camino has a 350ci V8 engine under the hood and a handful of subtle, tasty upgrades going for itself. This is the custom truck that is powerful, comfortable, and all-around awesome. Add in four-wheel power disc brakes, power steering, and grippy ZR-Rated tires, and you have a great all-around driving package. The suspension has also been given a big investment with QA1 tubular front A-arms, QA1 sway bars, adjustable coilovers, and stronger boxed rear arms. The 700R4 four-speed automatic transmission is a versatile pairing for this powerful motor to give you good ratios for power driving and easy-going overdrive for highway cruising. This is a modern 6.0-liter V8 that has awesome upgrades like FiTech electronic fuel injection, an aluminum radiator, dual electric fans, a CVF serpentine belt system, and headers feeding into the dual exhaust. The engine bay carries the same color theme as the exterior with clean color-matched inner walls and a cool-looking black powerhouse at the center. There are also the right driver-oriented additions, like the well-bolstered bucket seats, a sports steering wheel, a tilt steering column, and glowing digital gauges set in a carbon fiber-style panel. This includes modern conveniences like a keyless push-button start and cold-blowing air conditioning. And just like the exterior, there are plenty of upgrades. Detailed door panels, a center console with a horseshoe shifter, and working dome lights are nice classic details. The black interior has a clean style that's quite inviting. And those distinct 20-inch Riddler wheels look absolutely awesome in black, and they also give you a terrific stance. The darkness even extends to modern pieces like the background for the extra-bright modern headlights. Part of the custom appearance also comes from a terrifically coordinated dark side which includes the blackout grille, light bezels, and tonneau bed cover. They expertly eliminated the brightwork trim, integrated flush door handles, and color-matched the bumpers for a more modern and smoother appearance. The cowl hood and wide dual exhaust tips are part of that classic performance look you want on a classic muscle car. Plus, you'll notice plenty of upgrades that add style and substance. And fundamentals like the fresh weather-stripping, well-fitting doors, and clear glass are all part of a quality presentation. There's less than 100 miles on the whole build, and the deep gloss loves to highlight the lines that make this an icon. The earthy tone is always perfect for a '70s car, and the way this pops in the sunshine lets you know it's a modern application for a more modern machine. Green Apple metallic looks right on this truck. Part of the custom appearance also comes from a terrifically coordinated dark side which includes the blackout grille, light bezels, and tonneau bed. That means awesomely sleek paint, a custom A/C interior, an overdrive transmission, an upgraded suspension, and a powerful fuel-injected V8. This 1972 Chevrolet EL Camino Restomod is a custom car/truck that feels like they thought of everything when building this one. FUEL INJECTED 6.0L V8, OVERDRIVE, COLD A/C, UPGRADED SUSPENSION, POWER 4 WHEEL DISC, WOW!
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