Florida man discovers his 70 Chevelle is hiding a real 454 LS6 engine from another car

After being hired to inspect and possibly authenticate this beautiful 1970 Chevelle SS, we discover this Chevelle has been hiding an authentic RPO SS454 LS6 with a clear VIN sequence stamp from another 1970 Chevelle. A stunning iconic Cranberry red with black bucket seat 4 speed car that is ready to enjoy. You may reach me at [e-mail] if you need assistance authenticating, purchasing, or selling your 1970 Chevelle or if you have a rare find muscle car to share. Thanks for watching.

[@brspeedysgarage]

I’ve never been interested in how original or correct any car is, I’d just build it to my liking and drive it.

[@ThePponu]

I fully agree with you. But, when you get up in the rarefied level of an all original 50 year old car, things change and what i did to one is far different than what a purist is after.

[@mjvtransam]

Hell yeah make it what you want it just don’t destroy it

[@jeremystrickland7767]

Right on

[@Steve340]

But when they say it is, the price doubles, you willing to pay twiced what its worth?

[@julzam9660]

Yeah baby

[@lindsaymix3842]

I drive a 1997 Ford Explorer that we bought brand new. It is 24 years old and has 260,000 miles on it. It’s 100% original. This morning I discovered that it still runs.

[@nola504creole5]

SWAG!!

[@penguin12902]

Been paid off for probably 20 years now, good for you! Smart!

[@w41duvernay]

as apprentice mechanic for ford dealer, I used to call these a Ford Exploder. Hope you don't have Firestone tires on them, I wished my enemies to own these with a set of those tires.

[@ggentile146]

Lmao

[@georgemattar1182]

Another great job Patrick. Truth be told, most of these cars were beat to death and off the road by the mid to late 70s. I worked in a Chevrolet service dept when the 70 Chevelle was 6 years old. I recall only one coming in for service. A Cortez Silver hardtop. The owner wanted only GM parts used so he came to us. Yes there are survivors and I enjoy seeing them. However, this owner built this car to his taste as you mention. It is a beauty. Please follow up. Maybe the LS6 car missing that engine is still alive.

[@hooptycaprice]

I love how passionate he is about these cars. I've learnt so much interesting info about my all time favorites. Thanks

[@jamesincharlotte]

Thank you Matthew McConaughey for pointing all this out. Hahha you sound just like him !!

[@steviedee71]

Ok it’s not just me 🤣😂😂

[@HOMEWORK4.0]

Me either!!!! He's hating on this so much because its not a Lincoln!!!

[@brianburnett5049]

Nobody would watch these videos if you didn't sound like Matthew

[@CorvetteStingRayLane]

Patrick is very knowledgeable about his inspections on the videos that he shares with us about the Automobiles from his inspections. It is a pleasure to learn from his videos. I appreciate everything that he shares on the vehicle. Why might you say? Well I am a judge with the NCRS., National Corvette Restorers Society. This is what we do at our NCRS Flight Judging events for Corvette Vehicles!

[@rogerrabbit189]

Ls6 4 speed driver with air , perfect weekend ride!

[@staylifted1876]

I would start it but go nowhere

[@spankthemonkey3437]

@@staylifted1876 I'd put a 250 HP shot of nitrous on it

[@gordonstroup1741]

I'm the kind of guy that would make it my daily driver. That's just me. Cars are built to be driven. Even this beautiful car. My 1st Chevelle was a '70 and I was the second owner. I bought it from a little ol' man who ordered it with a 350, a 3 speed manual transmission on the floor, bench seat and the SS dash, with all the gauges, a 12 bolt rear, non posi. Beautiful maroon paint, black vinyl roof, tan interior, but the dash pad was black. He was from Texas and ordered it there and told me he sure did have the go arounds to get them to put the black stripes on it, because it didn't have an SS hood or a cowel induction hood. He said, "I got them put on otherwise he wouldn't take the car." Ha! The car was 7 years old when I bought it for a whopping $800 dollars. 27,000 miles on her too. I loved that car, but being broke and a 2nd baby on the way, I had to let her go. Sad, sad day. That's my story and I'm sticking to it ! Thanks everyone, bye for now.

[@underworld7148]

@@gordonstroup1741 had a 71 350 3 speed in the floor

[@jeffrey4547]

to bad it is not a L.S. in it

[@danielives379]

I LOVE all the info this guy delivers. I am going to own a Chevelle someday and knowledge is power when some guy is asking 50K for a 50yr old car that he says is original.

[@1972davidt]

That sure is a nice Chevelle! Original or not, it is definitely a very great looking car. I bet the owner was a bit disappointed when Dr. Chevelle got finished with his evaluation! Great video PGN! I always enjoy watching!

[@jaya.0069]

That's one beautiful Chevelle and your knowledge of these cars is amazing! Thanks for the video!

[@davidlandeck9566]

I respect the love that was put into the restoration... very nice

[@matty3151]

It's interesting having so much to call out. It shows just how you know all this stuff so well. you're the best. thanks Patrick

[@22kpar1xcyberdyne9]

Such a great unbiased video. I appreciate it. I watch your videos in the morning before work, on my lunch break, and after work. Sometimes I dream 1970 Chevelles but I don't own one.

[@C.S.Sensei]

The paint looks amazing, it's not an original #'s matching LS6, but it is built to perfection by someone that thought it was how it should be. We're always talking about cars sitting and wasting away that may never get restored, at least someone saved one and built a very nice car.

[@boataxe4605]

Florida man discoverers that Chevelle is hiding a meth lab, loads it up with guns and drives it naked to the alligator hunt.

[@benruether8294]

Do you mean to tell me that people hunt gators with their clothes on?

[@jiffyjeff58]

Funny

[@johnsheetz6639]

Typical tuesday down there.

[@MrJeffcoley1]

The funny part of these beautiful restorations is the car, when new, wasn't anywhere near that nice. Check out a real survivor, or one of the very rare, "taken off the transport and never driven" examples. Slapdash assembly line work, misaligned panels, overspray paint, you name it.

[@kenh3757]

There are actual companies that will restore it like that too

[@MikeBMW]

Thanks, Patrick! I just came across an SS El Camino (I think, 1970 or so - it had cowl induction hood) driving down the road in Marion County, Florida, yesterday. I gave a huge thumbs up from my old 1990 BMW 535i. The guy was appreciative but it was well deserved! Awesome to see it on the road! Thanks for all your vids and the in-depth knowledge you provide! :)

[@socal_c10]

This car reminds me of a story my dad has told me that is true. Back in the late 80’s early 90’s when he was building his 57 Chevy for street racing he stumbled upon a 396 Big Block from a 1970 Chevelle SS396 Cranberry Red with black stripes car and the owner was selling the engine because he was cloning the car to be an LS6. The owner of the car had acquired a real LS6 for his car. This was back in I believe around 1992 in Southern California. Would be crazy if this was that car. (Edit: My dad does still have the 396 and it now sits in my uncles 65 Chevelle pro street car as my dad upgraded to a 468 Big Block for his car)

[@Eric-qd1ot]

What is the engine vin number…?

[@davidnolte3193]

what makes a 1970 any better than a 1971-72 ? they are all awesome cars. even with this one not being original it's still a beautiful car. love your videos and knowledge

[@Steve340]

The last year before emissions reductions and smog crap. A factory 71/72 with a 402 wouldn't even do a burnout on a dry street.

[@kevinkendall3122]

Here here brother!I've got a 72 SS454 I've owned since 84,love em all though👍🏼

[@pgh1all1]

Steven Ward is right! Once they piled the pollution crap on and detuned them,dropping HP, it was game over! True muscle ended in 70. Gas crisis and skyrocketing insurance killed the muscle car era. Damn shame!

[@paulthesoundguy1]

The 1970 cars could be had as LS6….after that no

[@ls6-ss413]

Man...... What a beautiful piece of machinery. Compared to the majority of the cars you show this is one of the lucky ones ✌️🤙👊

[@angrymike2423]

Back in the 90's I bought a 70 Camaro with what I was told was a 454 block with a 396-427 crank, ended up being a 1969 Corvette L-68 427, it was a cool find !

[@MrHustler30]

Man, Mr. Patrick. I wish I could have you authenticate my 70 chevelle ss, just to have it done.... you taught me alot, so far an helped with questions I had, thank you & keep them authentication's videos coming, really enjoy them an learning from them,..

[@normsimpson2342]

Once upon a time..long long ago...I had a friend who had a brother who had an old Chevelle sitting in their garage with 4 flat tires. When I saw that old '69 Chevy sitting there, I asked if he would sell it to me. He did. for $600... I towed it home, cleaned it up, and started to Enjoy my '69 SS396 with the Rockcrusher 4spd.. After a while of owning and restoring it, I called a friend who managed the local Chevy dealer to look up some parts for me...come to find out, I was the owner of a 425 horsepower factory race Chevelle that came from a Dealer, not supposed to be sold... I raced that car up and down California for about a year...just kid street racing stuff...and finally got around to getting it prepped for getting the Original Blue paint...that weekend it was supposed to go to a body shop? A Drunk Driver in a Mazda hit me Head On and Totaled it....but at least it didn't die...it wasn't streetable after that, but guy bought it and Track Raced it for years...oh well...my little story...I loved that car...that car would pull the front wheels in second and third....damn it was FAST...

[@tylerbonser7686]

Your story makes as much sense as a empty piggy bank. So the car was totaled and wasn't steerable but was able to be raced? I'm assuming it was drag raced and drag cars have to be far safer than Street cars so don't get how it couldn't have been made to drive on the road again. Also you say the car could pull the front tires in second and third gear, do you mean it could actually lift the front tires off the ground on the street?

[@normsimpson2342]

@@tylerbonser7686 Your parents are right, you really are an idiot.

[@tylerbonser7686]

@@normsimpson2342 so do you sleep better at night thinking a few people believe your bs story? I simply asked about a couple of your comments cause they didn't make sense to me. All you can do is make another stupid comment.

[@normsimpson2342]

@@tylerbonser7686 Whatever cupcake.

[@tylerbonser7686]

@@normsimpson2342 I'm betting you were the guy in the mazda lol

[@arthurr.borquez7275]

I would drive it so much it would need to be restored when I leave it to my boys.

[@richardtisdale3245]

I would be interested in this car! Hell an ls6 with air, that would an awesome weekend cruiser!

[@timothybusing25]

Mr. Nichols, You are a scholar. A thousand years from now people will be referring to your knowledge. And they will be driving the 70 LS6, and wishing they could go back a thousand years to order their own.

[@ceelowcreed7538]

Smh who cares about everything being period correct it's just cool to see a nice piece of classic muscle that someone took their time to restore to its glory with some cool additions.

[@ethand.7801]

The way I look at it is if its built to your liking (the driver) then who cares

[@paullogan5240]

@@ethand.7801 there are a lot of purist collecters out there that DO CARE ! The OEM number matching all factoryoriginal parts fetch the highest prices when sold because of it. It's always been that way. It separates the wannabes and the posers from the serious collector.

[@cali2468]

@@paullogan5240 True but I wouldn't care as long as it's got a factory LS6 engine.

[@halweilbrenner9926]

Damn right.

[@NOLAZACK]

@@paullogan5240 I have to say that the whole separating the wannabees and posers from the real collectors is asinine and obtuse as hell. Those of us with cats who wanna drive them actually dont wanna be that guy paying 100k for a garage lift queen. While it's TRUE, it's only original once, a lotta giluys wanna drive their cars and/or mod them to their liking. The only posers are the guys that overspend to brag about a #s matching car in my opinion.

[@ThomasJones-sz3sx]

Thanks Patrick for all your expertise. I enjoy the detailed analysis! The Devil is in the details!!

[@cuzz63]

I want an LS6 with AC...I have no problems with it not being authentic

[@ggoblue]

your level of expertise is priceless. thank you.

[@hansgruber650]

For a reasonable price it's a no brainer to buy, drive and enjoy. Car is gorgeous.

[@maxium4x4]

I have had 5 70 SS cars and still could not muster up the knowledge you have Patrick. We just enjoyed Chevelles and wish I had one of my previous cars but..... those were the times. Who knew they would be as popular as they are today but one thing... I lived it.

[@Seasonstobecheerful]

Hey Patrick , I was thoroughly entertained again with this video walk through of that beautiful Cranberry Chevelle. Well done for unearthing these gems for our viewing pleasure!!

[@stevens9762]

Two different mirrors??

[@majorwilkesjr.5827]

PGN , you're the Chevelle Guru . I aim to get a Chevelle . I sure hope I can learn at least a fraction of your knowledge . Excellent video , as always.

[@jeffjankiewicz5100]

Original or not....It`s GORGEOUS...LS6 4SPEED!!!!!

[@jeffrey4547]

that is not a L.S. engine

[@saulgoodman9744]

@@jeffrey4547 everyone makes mistakes. But I'd bet the farm that if Patrick says that's a LS6 motor that is in this car now. Then it's a LS6

[@jeffrey4547]

@@saulgoodman9744 and if u want to bet the farm on it i am all in for this i will even sweeten the deal i will put up the money and a rare car for this bet . i have a few to pick from 67 rs ss 427 yenko camaro a 73 ss nova built , 66 gto , 68 mustang cobra 428 cj , built 68 chevy pu , 79 chevy short box 4x4 cheyenne with only 38,000 miles on in mint condition factory paint , 79 z28 rs t top 55 chevy 2 door post 57 chevy pu with a 55 grill take ur pick plus have a few more and lots of project rigs not one of my rigs have ever had rust all good body cars built them myself over the years plus i have a few drag cars . i retired when i was 42 and now all i do is work on cars and build them because i just love building them and i don't need the money so i don't sell them just drive the shit out of them

[@jeffrey4547]

sorry to be a pest but one way u can tell a L.S. engine it will have 4 bolt on the valve covers in the center not on the sides and they all have 6 bolt mains witch u can see the bolts running down the side of the block just above the oil pan all have this trade mark to them but the newer l's' 7 with over head cam u can't see the valve covers and they still use the same block type today just they quit making the cast iron block in 84

[@dylanjacinto8131]

@@jeffrey4547 back in 1970 when the 454 was offered in the Chevelle SS there was two options a LS5 which had 360hp and a LS6 which had 450hp. It’s not the new fuel injected LS like your thinking.

[@royblankenship5185]

I was 20 years old when this car was made and was a total motorhead. I had two friends with 375-396 Chevies, we were into street racing, I had a '66 Caprice 396-TH400 that ran high 14's. I do not remember EVER seeing a Chevy product with Polyglas tires until the 70 1/2 Camaros with F60 Polyglas GT's. Polyglas tires were the hot setup for Pure Stock classes back then, they were much better than the Goodyear Wide Treads that came on Corvettes, the Uniroyals that came on my friend's '68 Camaro RS-SS, the Firestone Sport Car 200's and Wide Tread GT's that came on '68-69 Z-28's. I am a little disappointed he did not mention this reality, that this car would not have had Polyglas tires on it from the factory, but Patrick Glenn Nichols has an INCREDIBLE amount of knowledge in the minutia of these cars, I always love these videos.

[@thommysides4616]

Hey Roy.....they made tires out of glass? LOL....

[@randyjones7818]

A very pretty car there..love the restoration..red color is perfect and great wheels and a 454..great car.

[@kirby8538]

This is my dream car. I have had seven 69-72 Chevelle's but nothing for 25 years. Back in the day you could buy them all day long from $1,000-$3,000. Maybe some day again when I can afford it. Thanks Patrick, I really enjoy your videos.

[@repairman2540]

I worked 30 years Restoring mostly Chevy's and the "Fit&Finish" on this car, like you said, is second to none. My Shop 20 years ago, had a Green on Green, 1970 W-30 bench seat, One Owner with Dealer Sales Slip. It still runs. Only thing missing is the Shifter Ball and Battery. It needs a Water-pump but we will not take this car apart. In 1976 I could have bought a 1966 Chevelle for $200.00 but my Neighbor thought I would kill myself in it. I never forgave him for that.

[@curtislowe4577]

Very interesting pointing out the changes that have occurred through the years. Accurate used car history is rarely all known.

[@greenjeens]

I swear this is Matthew Mcconaughey talking.

[@Summit900]

And now I can't unhear it lol.

[@johnavery522]

I've met him, and its not. Dosen't even look like him. That's just a southern accent and they all him. My guess, he lives in the south.

[@SoaringEagle1]

Alright, Alright, Alright......Let me tell you what Melba Toast is packin' right here....all right. We got 4:11 Positrac outback, 750 double pumper, Edelbrock intake, bored over 30, 11 to 1 pop-up pistons, turbo-jet 390 horsepower. We're talkin' some f#*kin' muscle......

[@peterstudley1804]

Patrick you are a walking encyclopaedia on the 70 chevelles, but this one is absolutely gorgeous, I would love this car as we didn't get anything like this in the UK. With the none original mods this car is better suited to this era and would be a more comfortable drive. Great work.

[@shawndufresne862]

I would still die to have that car !! SWEET

[@plymouthduster2252]

Love how passionate you are about barn find vehicles.

[@cuzz63]

I agree but this isnt really a "barn find".

[@patrickglennnicholsmusclec1674]

PlymouthDuster 225 thank you sir for your support. I really enjoy owning, hunting, and learning about these muscle machines.

[@jeffreytaska]

Your favorite color and stripe combo . I tend to agree .... Now all , I , have to do is keep watching " Mr Patrick " & someday an authentic LS6 SS will maybe just whined up in My garage too . 😊 Thank You " Mr Patrick " ! Take care ....

[@ls6-ss413]

I have a pair of them. And a 69. Been my passion since I was a kid ✌️

[@patrickglennnicholsmusclec1674]

jeffrey taska yes sir it surely is with black white stripe and Hugger Orange running a super close second. Thanks for watching.

[@jeffreytaska]

@@patrickglennnicholsmusclec1674 Thank You , " Mr Patrick Glenn Nichols " for Your response . You made My day ! As , maybe You may see the comment , I , received from " LS6-SS " prior to Yours that , makes me feel like , I , am just , a very fortunate " Muscle Car Guy " who's , on his way to a virtual " real deal " , awesome experience , of maybe someday being an owner of one of the most famous production line " Muscle Car Beasts " offered for sale to anyone able to lay down the hard earned cash to purchase one . Take care everyone and be safe . Be Blessed . Have a great day Brother Nichols .

[@jeffreytaska]

@@ls6-ss413 Thank You for Your reply , LS6-SS ! You really need to know how exciting it is , to see Your comments . You have a nice collection indeed . Thanks again for Your exciting comment . I really appreciate it . Have a great day ! Take care and be safe . It must be a hec of a lot of fun just choosing which car key to put in which " Muscle Car Beast " to fire up ! 😊 " Awesome "

[@ls6-ss413]

@@jeffreytaska haha... Only one runs at this moment and is only 75% finished. But these cars are never truly finished brother! ✌️

[@billymercury3897]

Now this is the best "Florida Man" story I've seen

[@boataxe4605]

It’s better than “Florida man discovers Chevelle is hiding a meth lab”.

[@rosstempletonogskater]

All the items he pointed out still wont stop this car for selling for 55,000 or more & wont bring down the price to make a hill of beans.....

[@drewdukes3897]

What a fine jewel 💎 I’d be proud to own it

[@Giovanni-zc1lv]

That's a fact there is nothing that will turn heads like a Red Chevelle period. Black White or No Stripes. What a beauty to enjoy!

[@coxgaspoweredtether]

Agree totally. Ive had two 70SS Chevelles in my day...one all original White Black stripes, one Red white stripes restored Mint and appearing original but modified. Had most fun driving my non original car by far...I found older camcorder video of my red one. Check it out on KZbin...comment please kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHvUpKOOmpWfetE

[@rodneyhickman598]

Patrick Glenn Nichols,You my friend are a beast.If i knew 1% of what you know i would consider myself a smart man.Thank you for your wealth of knowledge.

[@Biglug8888]

Wouldn’t it be awesome for the owner of the LS6 Chevelle that this engine came out of could put it back where it belongs. Maybe they’ll see this video.

[@Steve340]

No VIN ID Only on Corvette

[@jrmanion7225]

Probably wrecked

[@gertraba4484]

@@jrmanion7225 or STOLEN

[@mwhitelaw8569]

If you remember those days People found alot poles to wrap these cars around. Or just flat wore them out and parked them

[@Steve340]

My ass wrong. No vin is on a 70. Except corvette

[@mick_1949]

Its still beautiful patrick. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@robbygee2539]

I would rather have a car I can drive... This is one I would want.

[@jeffrey4547]

drive it or y have it and it is not a L.S. engine they only came in small block if u don't believe me go to L.S. web sight and read up on them

[@lutherchad]

@@jeffrey4547 its a big block you dumbass NO SHIT LS engines werent around till the 90s just cause it has LS6 in the name doesnt mean shit

[@weissix]

Thanx Patrick, I always love to watch your videos. You are simply amazing!

[@patrickglennnicholsmusclec1674]

weissix thank you for your support. I’m learning everyday just like everyone else.

[@sammyb.9344]

@@patrickglennnicholsmusclec1674 Im in the process of redoing my 70 ss Your videos are right down authentic As some of these ls6 cars you find Mine is orig 4 spd with tach and guages Was orig white with black stripes but im going black with white stripes

[@sammyb.9344]

We did my sons 87 monte ss with a ls3 and 6 spd trans Its a blast to drive, i showed him your videos and he knows one day he will get the 70 chevelle but he is in high school He really gets into your videos He likes his monte ss but he knows Its not the chevelle he is helping me do it back to orig.

[@jonlennon3348]

There are so few really correct cars left anymore. Most are parts cars but they still look awesome.

[@1972jwalk]

Never knew they were that many 1970 chevelles out there till I started to watch your channel ! Keep up the good work !

[@vjakejan]

I'm thinking there was around 53000 built as SS?

[@dominicpetruzzelli3134]

BEAUTIFUL CAR and a great narration of it ! Thanks !

[@kennyellis7961]

That would be a good car to cruise and enjoy for sure.That A/C would be great for cruising on those hot summer nights

[@davidconley3610]

Beautiful car though Mr Nichols. Thanks for the work you do!

[@patrickglennnicholsmusclec1674]

David Conley thanks for watching.

[@jerrycraig6522]

It's reflective, smooth, nice paint job and buff out, sweet Chevelle, then with Patrick documenting everything, a guy would know what it's worth!!! Born with or added/changed, whatever it's beautiful!!!

[@DUNEATV]

Your knowledge is just incredible!

[@bruceplumisto]

I really enjoy these videos! I would never have PGN look at my Chevelle, he's like the soul crusher when it's not correct! Lol... Patrick needs to build a list of trusted restoration places. Keep up the great videos

[@patrickglennnicholsmusclec1674]

bplumisto plumisto haha well it’s my job to explain things in detail. There are situations where components are purposely installed knowing they are incorrect. A lot of guys aren’t interested in correct components so it’s perfectly ok.

[@bruceplumisto]

Mega Dittos to you sir! If you are ever near my place go ahead and swing by, I will put you to work on it! Lol.. my dad is the second owner, he purchased it in 1977. It was the family car, the only car, till 1992. I can recall getting into drag races coming home from the grocery store, mom yelling at my dad..lol It took us to family in Denver to Beatrice Nebraska, then it was my highschool car. It's like my sister I never had! Thanks PGN

[@johnalbittar6049]

@@patrickglennnicholsmusclec1674 Hello, I would like to buy this car. Does he still have it?

[@acts2211]

So we have a car that's been restored with an upgraded LS6 Engine and Air Conditioning and some aftermarket reproduction parts so overall a very nice car and very affordable for the average Joe definitely a nice weekend Cruiser

[@Steve340]

What's the price?

[@cali2468]

I don't know about "very affordable" and "average Joe". Lol

[@mwhitelaw8569]

Beautiful car man That was good of you to do that work for them Patrick.

[@elijahmcgee2842]

It is super nice be proud a bunch of us wish we had it any way love it

[@tommymcdonnelljr1582]

I love them red Chevelles especially the ones with white interior and white stripes I know it's hard to keep white interior clean

[@mrnobody8540]

I know what you mean - If only I could have not been so foolish as a young man....

[@Impactjunky]

@Patrick Glenn Nichols Musclecar Barn Finds I know of a 70 Chevelle SS in my area that was ordered with no stripes from the factory and belongs to the original owners son. The car has been well kept since new and the original tires are supposedly stored somewhere near the car. The owner is old friends with my father and I may possibly be able to get you in contact with him.

[@davidstepeck2644]

So Glenn keeps saying it's a 396. So where's the ah-ha moment when he discovers it's a 454?

[@billwiley7216]

@@onoffroad Actually if it is a '70 it came with a 402 as by that time the actual 396cid had been retired and replaced with the 402cid. Yes the badging still referred to it as a 396 but that was not correct and in reality false advertising by Chevrolet if referring to engine size rather than something like a 396 trim package.

[@ripvanrevs]

@@onoffroad My 1980 Trans Am came with a 301 Turbo, not the 454 that is in it now!!

[@cappystrano1]

That paint job!!!! ! Love your channel, learned a lot from you. Thanks for not bashing and really teaching. Such interesting videos! 👌

[@waynehenson1094]

This car is absolutely Beautiful!

[@1967davethewave]

I bought a '70 Corvette back in the '90's. It had a 454/4 speed. The engine had the stamp pad crudely ground off and restamped as a '71 LS6. The engine designation on the console was also changed with '71 LS6 specs. I assumed the engine was just a run of the mill 454. It had a GM aluminum intake though. After driving the car all summer, including a couple of runs at the drag strip, it ran 13.20's at 105 with a lot wheel spin, I decided to do some work to the engine. I removed the intake to discover it had rectangular port heads. After checking dates and casting numbers it turned out to be a complete '70 LS6. I sold it to a guy restoring a '70 LS6 Chevelle. He even stated that the intake was an original LS6 intake although he said that Chevelles used a spacer and it was not on the Corvette for hood clearance. I assume he knew what he was talking about. Anyway, I took the money and built an oval port headed 454 that put my Corvette down in the low 12's and it wasn't nearly as high strung.

[@jameshoberg1609]

I would have loved to heard that Monster idle.

[@truckerdaddy-akajohninqueb4793]

I learned that resto parts are a wasp's nest of disappointment.

[@MrTheHillfolk]

Aftermarket sucks

[@JasonH6741]

After market parts are horrible 7/10 times bolt holes won't line up and getting the gaps lined up on doors/fenders can be a nitemare

[@MrTheHillfolk]

@@JasonH6741 I'm about to get into a project that might need a few panels. It's not that old(20) whatever I need I'll source off the internet from out west /down south for used rust free oem that I know will fit right.

[@cali2468]

Well this one looks fantastic.

[@adriantomlin2902]

@@JasonH6741 Agreed!! Cheap and flimsy and very expensive??!! Not impressed with aftermarket so called "correct" parts?!

[@ANOCKS]

It's beautiful just the way it sits, just drive it!

[@ChronoTango]

So are original tires really desirable? My understanding is that tires need to be replaced every 5-7 years just off age alone based off that I’m inclined to think those tires are unsafe. What information am I not privy to?

[@entrepreneurwebsecrets9060]

the code on the block is actually Feb.20: 0220CRV - 10A138803 and not ending in 608 as said in vid.

[@patrickglennnicholsmusclec1674]

Entrepreneur Web Secrets yes sir after focusing on the engine in a clear pic that’s what the stamp reads.

[@22099dscott]

@@patrickglennnicholsmusclec1674 The last 6 digits (138803) should match the last 6 digits of the VIN. The CRV means LS6 4-speed. The real problem here is who knows if that pad was restamped after having the block decked? If the VIN on this car does have 138803 as the last 6 digits then this may very well be a real LS6 car with a whole lot of owner additions, or, the first step in someone "building" a fake LS6. If the numbers do not match, the issue is moot.

[@gerritstell6248]

Love it. Dont care if it's not original.

[@jowens1126]

I would love to have one of these. But, alas, im poor. But its good to know people with alot of money are maintaining them for future generations to enjoy.

[@arttafil6792]

So basically what you’re saying is that this SS 396/350 hp has its drivetrain replaced with an LS6, 454/450 hp engine with 4-speed. I understand that you’re being paid to authenticate it’s pedigree but I’d accept it as is.

[@edschunke9044]

At 2:50 he says the numbers are 138608... It looks like 138803 to me. Am I reading those wrong?

[@sowbellymotorsports9783]

No sir I believe that you are correct! I tried to search for myself and could not find any information. I can't believe that we are the only ones that caught that.

[@gerardomontoya433]

My dream car I used to like the cranberry red, but resently I'm liking the forest green white black stripes, hopefully one day I will have one

[@noahdunaway]

I HAVE A 1978 BIG TEN CHEVY SILVERADO SHORT WB TRUCK I ORDERED NEW WITH THE 454 ENGINE. THE SHORT BLOCK WAS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY AT 500 MILES. THE CHEVY REP ALLOWED ME TO PAY THE DIFFERENCE, $75.00, AND GET THE LS6 SHORT BLOCK FOR REPLACEMENT WHICH I LATER FOUND OUT WAS ILLEGAL. THE REP AT THAT TIME WAS A FEMALE AND LOOKING BACK YEARS LATER IN MY OPINION WAS VERY INEXPERIENCED, BECAUSE A REP THAT WAS SAVY WOULD NOT HAVE ALLOWED THAT DEAL TO FLY. I TOOK THE SOLID LIFTER LS6 CAMSHAFT OUT AND SOLD IT AND PURCHASED A HYDRAULIC AFTERMARKET CAM. THE TRUCK HAS 80,000 MILES ON IT AND I JUST BUILT A DART BLOCK 577 CI, 4.500 BORE X 4.375 STROKE, WITH EDELBROCK ALUMINUM HEADS, EDELBROCK PERFORMER AIR GAP MANIFOLD, WITH A COMP CAMS .622” SOLID LIFTER PRO STREET ROLLER CAM. THE ORIGINAL HEADS ARE 781 OPEN CHAMBER THAT I PORTED AND INSTALLED 2.19 INT. VALVES AND 1.88 EX. VALVES. THE 11.0 TO 1 LS6 PISTONS COMBINED WITH THE 781 HEADS GAVE RIGHT AT 10.0 TO 1 COMPRESSION. I WENT THROUGH THE MOTOR IN 90’S AND INSTALLED A CRANE .525” LIFT ROLLER CAM AND THE MOTOR MADE 520 HP @5000 RPM AND 530 LB. FT. OF TORQUE. IT RAN 12.90 @ 106 MPH IN THE QUARTER ON STREET TIRES AND PULLED MY 26’ ENCLOSED CAR TRAILER WITH MY 68 CAMARO TO THE TRACK. OH, I INSTALLED A SET OF HOOKER HEADERS ON DAY 2 AS THEY SAY. I ORDERED IT WITH A 3.73 POSI REAR AND BUILT THE T400 TRANS WITH A B&M TRANS KIT AND 13” B&M TRAVELER TORQUE CONVERTER.

[@williemoon7522]

somewhere in washington state there is a 59 ford truck with a 428 SCJ engine in it .. i put it in 40 years ago ..

[@flournoygardnerjr396]

Nice car. Man, you know your stuff Patrick on these cars. Authentic and original is the way to go. The SS that the engine came from is probably junked somewhere, sad.

[@keithperry8098]

That's really nice car. Good eye. Good call. Good to see you out there.

[@PantyDroppers_GateKeeper]

In the last few video's I've watched of your's I've noticed in reflection's that you are recording these with a cell phone, I'm not sure if that's how you record every one of them or not but sir you deserve an award for how well you make a video with a cell phone!! On a different note I have to say I'm not the biggest Chevy fan but as any real car guy/gal would agree I appreciate a rare car of any brand especially when there's a good story that goes along with it lol Also I appreciate how much time you put into making each video informative and educational even though you've said it in each other video and I've watched most of them a couple time's over. Thank you for the great camera work and sharing your knowledge with the rest of the car enthusiasts of the world.

[@patrickglennnicholsmusclec1674]

Thank you sir. I bought a bigger nicer camera but I need the cell phone to go in tight areas so I come full circle and like the phone best. I approach every car just like it’s the only one like it’ I’ve ever recorded.

[@scotmandel6699]

@@patrickglennnicholsmusclec1674 LOL. It shows.

[@davidsimmons8062]

I thought that I knew a bit about muscle cars. After listening to him I realize that I don't know anything. This guy is a walking Chilton's manual.

[@adriantomlin2902]

Good Patrick Glenn! I m kinda glad it wasn't a car with the original drivetrain! Then have the owner stick all the incorrect parts on it??!!

[@allergictoglobalists]

You sound like Matthew McConaughey. Kept waiting to hear "Alright, Alright, Alright. "

[@donaldhollums3278]

That car causes more confusion than a mouse at a burlesque show, it's nothing but a hot mess; it would be a great drivers car though. Great job, Nichols!

[@jetsteeltherealdeal7827]

Donald Hollums ^^^^ see this BS right here is what I can't stand with these purest douche bags

[@bryduhbikeguy]

I had a 65 Buick Skylark convertible.Black w/white top and interior.I didn't give a flea's phart that someone had stuck a stage-1 455 in it.I just drove and and scared the heck out of friends for fun.It was close enough to stock for me.That's why we buy.

[@gc1172]

We did this on a 71 Chevelle in the late 90"s as we had the powertrain out of a total wreck Chevelle with no powertrain issues. We restored another Chevelle and put in the new powertrain and all the proper badging. We sold it with full facts for a small fortune to a "driver" collector. Value is based on the buyer and we knew all the factory details on the powertrain and was able to just replace the body and knew its history. No where near the value of a perfect numbers matching that has never had a body panel replaced.

[@halweilbrenner9926]

Who cares except the most ocds

[@daverandall2974]

Patrick Glenn nichols you are such an asset to the collector car world !!!!!!

[@360escapades]

I,'m a mopar enthusiast and.Iwould drive that car proudly specially in 100 degree weather.

[@jenseninterceptors]

Oh man that is a gorgeous car, the upgrades are nice but i'd take that thing bone stock but looking the way it does in a perfect timeless world you betcha!!

[@dennispobanz8165]

Too many washers on the water pump and many of the engines brackets. Plus I never ever found them to be that shiny.

[@chrisdaniel5004]

It seems there are more (SS) models out there then ever before.

[@MrJeffcoley1]

There are more SS cars and Z28 Camaros than GM ever built out there.

[@catzdollz9810]

Hello Patrick, I'm new to your channel. I' am professional artist here in NYC. My very trained artists eye says: 138803 on that motor.

[@oveidasinclair982]

He sank some serious coin into that beauty, he has AC in it. This may not be authentic, but it looks good, bet the owner is bummed because it wasn't authenticated.

[@MikeBrown-ex9nh]

Nice car, but my favorite Chevelle is still the 67 SS.

[@mwhitelaw8569]

Right there with ya man