Vehicle Description
1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Sport Coupe – Frame-Off Restored
This stunning 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 has traveled only 5,000 miles since a comprehensive frame-off restoration. Presented in its correct Code 72 Hugger Orange paint with contrasting black stripes over an excellent black interior, this Chevelle is a head-turner. Powered by a non-matching numbers 396ci V8 producing 350 horsepower and paired with a 4-speed manual transmission, it delivers authentic muscle car performance. The car is equipped with power front disc brakes, bucket seats, console, factory tachometer and gauges, AM/FM radio, aluminized dual exhaust, American Racing wheels, and BF Goodrich T/A radial tires. Fully sorted and ready to drive anywhere, this Chevelle runs and drives great.
Engine & Drivetrain
- 396 cubic inch V8 engine
- Rated at 350 horsepower
- Non-matching numbers (enhanced for performance/reliability)
- 4-speed manual transmission
- Aluminized dual exhaust system
- Strong, torque-rich big-block performance
Restoration & Exterior
- Complete frame-off restoration
- Only 5,000 miles since restoration
- Correct Code 72 Hugger Orange paint
- Contrasting black SS stripes
- American Racing wheels
- BF Goodrich Radial T/A tires
- Iconic 1969 Chevelle SS styling
Interior & Features
- Excellent black interior
- Bucket seats for sporty seating
- Center console
- Factory tachometer and gauge cluster
- AM/FM radio
- SS-specific interior trim and badging
Brakes & Handling
- Power front disc brakes
- Enhanced stopping power over original drums
- Modern radial tires for improved grip and ride
- Confident handling for a classic muscle car
Driving Experience
- Runs and drives great
- Ready to drive anywhere – fully sorted and reliable
- Engaging 4-speed manual transmission
- Powerful acceleration from the 396 V8
- Turn-key condition with no needs
Historical Significance
- 1969 Chevelle SS is one of the most iconic muscle cars
- SS 396 was the definitive mid-size performance package
- Hugger Orange is a legendary Chevy high-performance color
- Sport Coupe body style with sleek fastback roofline
- Epitomizes peak American muscle car era
This 1969 Chevelle SS 396 represents the pinnacle of frame-off restored muscle cars, combining show-stopping looks with turn-key drivability. The Hugger Orange and black stripe combination is instantly recognizable and perfectly captures the era’s bold aesthetic. With only 5,000 miles since its restoration, the car remains in essentially as-restored condition, both cosmetically and mechanically. The 396 big-block and 4-speed manual provide an authentic and thrilling driving experience, while upgrades like power disc brakes and modern radial tires enhance safety and usability. The interior is both correct and excellent, featuring all the desirable SS components. Whether you’re looking for a show car that can drive to events or a powerful cruiser for weekend enjoyment, this Chevelle delivers on all fronts. It’s a fully sorted, head-turning classic ready for immediate enjoyment.
396ci/350HP | 4-Speed | Frame-Off Restored Hugger Orange SS