The El Camino was introduced by Chevrolet in 1959 and was produced over five generations until 1987. The El Camino was based on the Brookwood two-door station wagon and featured an integrated cab and load bed. The 1959 model was the only highly stylised model and sold more than 22 000 units in that year. The later models were less flamboyant.

This specific car is a 1959 model and could not be less flamboyant! It was imported to SA in 2007 as a standard runner. The decision was made in 2010 to restore and modify the car, to create the best El Camino in the country. After four years of precision, skill and passion, hard work and a hefty financial injection that goal was achieved! This car is most definitely the best in South Africa and probably one of the very best in the world!

The Rotisserie Restomod and total upgrade started with a 10,3 L, 632 cubic inch crate motor, prepared by Scott Shafiroff at Shafiroff Racing Engines. This type of engine is rarely fitted in a streetcar and is usually reserved for drag racing cars only. Naturally, to accommodate this beastly powerplant everything else on this car was modified. A 1150 cfm Dominator carburettor with a racing fuel pump and high-pressure fuel lines insures a reliable fuel supply. A 4L80 E 4 speed transmission transfers 672 kW to the rear wheels via a Moser 35-spline diff. The standard El Camino suspension was replaced by a custom-built rack and pinion set-up in front and a 5-link suspension at the rear. The 17-inch Rally wheels are shod with 245/45/17 tyres in the front and 335/40/17s at the rear. The rear rims bolt on to custom made hubs with no less than 10 wheel bolts, too ensure the wheels stay on the car! No expense was spared on this car, and the list of enhancements is too long to mention. It is finished “sea mist” turquoise pearl with a matching interior in the original haircell-grain vinal. The massive custom scoop on the bonnet is a clear indication that this car is anything but stock, as is the thunderous growl from the custom-made stainless-steel exhaust system!

Please take note that all cars can be viewed at showroom by appointment only.

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