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Model Chevrolet El Camino
Chevrolet El Camino
Chevrolet El Camino when translated from the Spanish came out as “The Road”. The car was a kind of a coupe, light duty utility/muscle car.
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We saw the first one in 1959 and 1960 and then production continued in 1964 and ran straight through to 1987. The car gets classified as a truck when titled.
Starting in 1978 and running all the way through to 1987 the El Camino was marketed in four different models; The Conquista, El Camino, Royal Knight and the Famous Super Sport.
Under GMC the models were GMC Caballero and GMC Sprint. The version marketed in Mexico was sold as the Chevrolet Conquistador.
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In 1968 the El Camino got the station wagon and 4-door sedan wheelbase giving us a longer wheelbase for the El Camino. Another fantastic upgrade was the addition of the Super Sport with the SS396 that came out with the Chevelle.
The 1970 models SS396 were actually 402 cu in (6.6 L) all the logo emblems all read 396. You could even find a few with Chevrolet’s most powerful option of the time the LS6 454 engine.
El Caminos kind of matched the trim packages that the Chevelle Malibu had same cloth and vinyl of the day. The Strato bucket seats with center console were an option for the El Camino.
A lot of different model manufactures produced all the versions over the years making the El Camino a great collectable model.
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 Model Power 19493 1968 Chevrolet El Camino HO MIB  US $4.94
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 MODEL POWER HO 187 1968 CHEVROLET EL CAMINO yellow 19493 US $4.95
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 MODEL POWER HO 187 1968 CHEVROLET EL CAMINO blue 19492 US $4.95
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Model Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Chevrolet Monte Carlo
The Monte Carlo was created by Scott Butler as Chevrolet's counterpart to the 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. It proved to be a great success for Pontiac in 1969 and Chevrolet wanted to capitalize on the success.
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1970 saw the first Monte Carlo the brainchild of Elliot M Estes (Pete) the General Manager of Chevrolet at the time. Working with Chevrolet’s stylist Dave Holls borrowing from the Cadillac Eldorado and Chevrolet Chevelle, they produced the muscular looking Monte Carlo.
The 1971 model year very little styling changes inside, the SS model got new "European symbol knobs", and the four-spoke steering wheel became optional. Mechanically, it was unchanged, although the small-block Turbo-Fire 400 two-barrel engine was dropped.
The Cadillac egg-crate grille similar to the 1971 Chevrolet Caprice and a metal rear trim molding were the changes to the 1972 Monte Carlo, the final year for the first generation design.
To make use of GM’s new A-platform known as the G-body coming in at 118” on the Grand Prix instead of adding more passenger space for the Chevrolet model. A splice between the firewall and the front wheels was added to make the unique design of the Monte Carlo. This gave it the exceptionally long hood and the look proved to be very popular for Chevrolet.
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Monte Carlo’s base power option included the 350 Turbo-Fire small block V8 rated at 250 hp with a 2 barrel carburetor. In this configuration it produced 345 foot pounds of torque at 2800 rpm. Options that were standard front disk brakes and higher grade nylon upholstery and a deep twist carpet. Everyone loved the fake wood trip that was a reproduction of the elm trim used on the Rolls Royce.
With all the options available at the time a fully equipped Monte Carlo could demand more than $5,000. The options consisted of the Powerglide automatic transmission (two-speed), turbo-hydramatic (three speed) or the four seed manual transmissions. Power seats 4 season air conditioning, Strato bucket seats, Rallye wheels and console.
There were a number of engine options available to power the Monte Carlo. The 350 upgrade included a four-barrel carburetor boosting it to 300 hp. There were two different 400 cubic inch engine options offered. A version of the Chevy small block with two barrel carburetor the referred to as the (turbo-fire) at 265 hp. The second referred to as the (turbo-jet) 400 was actually 402 cubic inch rated at 330 hp was a version of the big block 396 with a larger displacement.
The Monte Carlo SS 454 was the most powerful engine option and was only an extra $420 came in at 360 hp with 500 foot pounds of torque. The (turbo-jet 454) coming in at 7.4 L with a 4 barrel carburetor was quite a fast car. Other options included in the package was the “SS 454” badge, heavy duty suspension, wider tires and turbo hydramatic transmission with 3.31 rear gear plus automatic load leveling suspension in the rear.
The first generation design running only 3 years makes this a great model to collect.
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Model Chevrolet Caprice
Model Chevrolet Caprice
The Chevrolet Caprice started back in mid-1965. It was introduced as a luxury trim package for the Impala four-door hardtop sedan.
1993 Chevy Caprice Fire Chief Car!
This was Chevrolet’s response to the Ford LTD series luxury cars and not wanting to be over sold.
The Caprice came out with a stiffer suspension, higher-grade cloth and vinyl seats plus door trim (it also included thicker, higher-grade carpeting), walnut trim on the dashboard and door panels, pull straps on the doors, extra convenience lights, special full wheel covers and an optional vinyl top.
The Chevrolet Caprice got its name by Bob Lund (Chevrolet's General Sales Manager) after a classy restaurant he frequented in New York City.
Not agreed on, some say the Caprice was named after Caprice Chapman, daughter of auto executive and influential Indy-car official James P. Chapman.
The Caprice was introduced mid 1965 and was very well received during its first year in 1965. For 1966, the Caprice was expanded into a full top-line series.
This included a two-door hardtop, and a station wagon with simulated wood exterior trim - the first Chevy "woody" wagon since 1954.
All of the Chevrolet Caprice got a V8 engine was installed.
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 Micro Machines Chevrolet Caprice Fire Chief Car Model Car US $4.50
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 Micro Machines Chevrolet Caprice Police Model Car VERY VERY RARE US $4.50
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 1991 Chevrolet Caprice Dicast Model Taxi Car 138 US $4.95
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 186 Cheverolet Chevy Caprice Die cast Model Police Car US $6.99
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 1 25 scale Chevrolet Caprice PRO SHERIFF dragster model car US $9.99
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 REVELL 1 25 CHEVY CAPRICE POLICE CAR PLASTIC MODEL USED US $14.97
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Model Chevy Fleetline
Chevy Fleetline an Styleline
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The Fleetline Deluxe models were considered six passenger cars. They were produced in 2 door and 4 door models. In their day they were considered to be mid-priced Chevrolet. Also a Styleline Deluxe version was available. In 1950 saw the Bel-Air and Bel-Air Convertible considered higher priced cars.
The scale model manufactures have provided many versions to collect over the years. You can still find both the Styleline Deluxe and the Fleetline Deluxe models with and without the trim and “Deluxe” script on the front fender. Also you can find versions of the models with and without the gravel guards on the rear fenders.
Deluxe models were equipped with fender skirts that also improved their looks. White wall tires were available at an addition cost. My Dad called them Gangster walls.
In the 50s the sales pitch was “The ride that is new” and “smooth is everyone’s word for the companionable Chevrolet also comfortable also convenient!”
One of the later ads stated. “New Chevrolets feature smarter styling, improved performance and a really sensational new driving development”
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 NEW AMT Ertl 1 25 scale 1951 51 Chevy Chevrolet Fleetline Plastic Model Kit US $33.99
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 AMT 1 25 1951 Chevy Fleetline AMT702 US $35.30
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 NEW AMT 1 25 51 Chevy Fleetline AMT702 06 NIB US $36.99
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 AMT 1951 CHEVY FLEETLINE LIMITED EDITION TIN 1 25 MODEL KIT US $37.90
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 AMT 1951 CHEVY FLEETLINE LIMITED EDITION TIN 1 25 MODEL KIT 702 US $37.95
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 AMT 1 25 51 Chevy Fleetline AMT70206 US $40.69
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Model Pontiac GTO
Pontiac GTO
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The Pontiac GTO is the brainchild of a team of engineers; Russell Gee, an engine specialist, Bill Collins, a chassis engineer, and Pontiac chief engineer John De Lorean.
In 1963, General Motors issued an order banning divisions from involvement in auto racing. Back then, Pontiac's advertising and marketing was heavily based on performance, and racing was an important part of that strategy.
Jim Wangers came up with a way to retain the performance image that the division had bread with a new focus on street performance.
The Super Tempest
The plan involved transforming the upcoming redesigned Tempest that was set to convert back to a conventional drive-train front-engine, front transmission with rear wheel drive.
It was to become the (Super Tempest) taking the engine from Catalina and Bonneville a 389 CI (6.5 L) Behemoth. This would replace the standard 326 CI (5.3 L) V8 to be used in the Tempest.
The plan was to capture the young speed minded market. It even got the attention of Ford Motor Company.
The Pontiac GTO got its name from John De Lorean his inspiration from the Ferrari 250 GTO the top race car of the day. GTO is the acronym for (Gran Turismo Omologato) the Italian for (homologated) for racing in the (Grand Tourer) class.
Many modeling companies have produced many different scale models of the Pontiac GTO produced by General Motors from 1964 to 1974.
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 2008 NEW MODELS 70 pontiac gto US $1.00
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 HOT WHEELS 70 PONTIAC GTO JUDGE 2011 NEW MODELS US $1.10
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 2011 Hot wheels 1970 Pontiac GTO Judge GREEN 11 50 New Models US $1.49
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 2011 Hot Wheels New Models 70 PONTIAC GTO JUDGE 11 US $1.75
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 2011 New Models 70 Pontiac GTO Judge Green 11 US $1.95
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 2011 New Models 70 Pontiac GTO Judge Yellow 11 US $1.95
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Model 1957 Chevy
The Vintage 57 Chevrolet was classic the day it rolled off the assembly line and it is still adored by millions. It’s made in America by most all of the model car kit manufacturers and is still one of the most sought after model cars today.
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The icon of the 50’s the 57 Chevy lives on today by model collectors building them. Also finding the old cars and restoring them to their original and custom conditions. Classic model car collectors scoop them up day in and day out.
In 1957 General Motors and the classic fins made history. They have become sought after by model car collectors young and old alike. An icon of the 50’s the 57 Chevy lives on today by model collectors acquiring some of the original models. These vintage model car kits are bought sold and traded today and enjoyed by all.
Model Makers produced the 1957 Chevy in the Three Trim Packages.
The base 150 and the next step up, a mid-range model, the 210 trim package. The best most upscale of the three was the Bel-Air package. In the 2-door sedans a special package called Del-Ray was produced. For a short time the more sought after limited edition two-door wagon called the Nomad came out as a Bel-Air is the most classic of all the models. There was a one other forth edition; very limited model called the El Morocco it was hand-built custom to represent the Cadillac era.
See some of the top listing for 1957 model car kits.
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 CORGI 57 CHEVY DIECAST MODEL CAR US $4.72
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 AMT ERTL 125 57 Chevrolet Bel Air Model Kit 8315 US $4.95
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 Testors CheZoom By Boyd Coddington 57 Chevrolet 1 25 Plastic Model Full Detail US $4.99
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 57 Chevy Hot Wheels Model Diecast Car 1998 Chevrolet US $5.00
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 Matchbox Moko Lesney Car Chevrolet Impala Model No57b US $5.06
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 MATCHBOX SHOWROOM MODELS BABY BLUE 57 CHEVY BEL AIR x2 US $5.99
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- HMS Victory 1765Back in 1758 the Royal Navy ordered a new first-rate new ship from the commissioner of the Chatham Dockyard. This seemed strange at the time because the Royal Navy went for smaller faster ships that were very maneuverable. The ships plans were based on the HMS Royal George and were presented in June 1759. The […]
- USS YorktownUSS Yorktown (CV/CVA/CVS-10) One of the distinguished Essex-class aircraft carries the USS Yorktown was built during the II World War for the U.S. Navy. The USS Yorktown is the forth ship to carry the name for the United States Navy. While under construction her planned name was to be Bon Homme Richard. But it was […]
- The History of the 7 Ships Named USS EnterpriseThe famous and historic name Enterprise dates back to the Revolutionary War. The 7 Naval predecessors have carried the famous name to date. To date the most decorated of the 7 is the aircraft carrier nick named “The Big E”. During all the battles and damage she received in World War II she never became […]