Tuned 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Demands $59,900, Features Unexpected Yet Beastly V8 Surprise

The body profile remained the same as Chevy transitioned the Chevelle from the 1970 to the 1971 model year. However, these newer models came with restyled front and rear fascias (rocking those large Power-Beam single unit headlights), a new and wider grille, plus new bumpers and fresh dual round taillights.

Now, if you’re a fan of the 1971 Chevelle, we’ve found a really interesting car for you to take a look at. It’s got a black exterior to go with a tan interior, black 17/18” US Mag wheels, a cutout hood, dual chrome sport mirrors, and 4-wheel power disc brakes. I think the grille might belong to a Chevelle sedan, but I’m not 100%.

Inside, you’ll find Pro-Car bucket seats with custom upholstery, a center console with a floor shifter, auxiliary gauges, and an upgraded Sony AM/FM/CD radio.

What’s really neat about this Chevelle is the powertrain configuration. The car’s been fitted with a supercharged Dart 400 ci V8 engine with Brodix aluminum heads, two 4-barrel Holley carburetors, headers, dual exhaust, and an aluminum radiator with dual electric fans. Power is being sent to the rear wheels via a three-speed TH350 automatic gearbox.

How much power? That is the key question. Unfortunately, the ad doesn’t specify any performance figures, but a 400 ci Dart V8 with a supercharger? This thing could be Hellcat-strong, if you catch my meaning.

Is this worth $60k?

Well, that all depends. Take this 502-powered 1970 Chevelle SS we showed you a couple of weeks back. It didn’t meet its reserve and the car was pulled from the auction with a high bid of $57,000, meaning the seller clearly thought their Chevelle was worth more.

Personally, I can agree to some extent, which in turn means $60k seems somewhat fair for this Dart 400-powered example, especially since it likely has more power (although the spec might not be to everyone’s liking).

That’s not to say this is a bad looking car, but most people like their Chevelles looking both sporty and stock, whereas this one is more of a sinister-looking Blower car.

Still, I don’t mind a black Chevelle. I still recall this 427-powered 1968 Malibu Sport Coupe from last year. It was painted black from its factory Sequoia Green, and it ended up selling for $47,000. It was also no slouch in a straight line, with the seller claiming 475 horsepower. But again, different car, different model year.

Let us know if you’d be tempted to put this thing in your driveway for a sweet $60k, or if you’d rather spend that money on a brand-new muscle car, like a 2024 Mustang Dark Horse.