Rare 1970 Chevelle Convertible is found in a New Jersey barn after 4 decades, but there's one huge catch
- This 1970 Chevelle Convertible barn find is in great condition
- Parked in New Jersey, US, it does have one pretty huge catch
- However, it’s a great base for a complete restoration
Published on Jul 16, 2024 at 12:13 PM (UTC+4)
by Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
Last updated on Jul 16, 2024 at 7:05 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Tom Wood
This 1970 Chevelle Convertible barn find might seem too good to be true – but there is one caveat that you definitely shouldn’t miss.
The ‘Fathom Blue’ Chevrolet had been parked for four decades in New Egypt, New Jersey, USA.
It’s a great base for a complete restoration.
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The barn find
The car was found in a barn and later listed on eBay by seller isoldmyz69.
If you’re hoping to strike barn find gold too – you’re out of luck.
They didn’t share information on where they’d discovered it.
While the lack of rust means its storage conditions must have been pretty good – there is something key missing from the Chevelle Convertible.
Some abandoned cars like this 1979 Maserati Merak are found plagued by rust and are still profitable, however.
And with this rust-inspired Tesla Cybertruck wrap on the market – it seems some are actively seeking out the look.
The Chevelle Convertible
Multiple body styles were available for the Chevrolet Chevelle in 1970.
From the sport coupe, to the four-door sedan – and the convertible like this one that was found.
As proof that this really was a lucky barn find, the Chevelle convertible was the rarest and most expensive model.
When we say rare, we mean that there are only a few still around today in collectible condition.
The eBay listing
Per the listing, while it ‘needs total restoration’ it’s a ‘great start for a SS [Super Sport] clone or restomod’.
You just need to put in the TLC.
The catch? You’re going to need to find a period-correct engine.
The V8 engine it rolled off the assembly line with is notably missing.
The entire 1970 Chevelle lineup had a straight-six unit as the base configuration.
While it only offered 155 horsepower, it was a more accessible and affordable way to drive a Chevelle.
If the buyer wants an engine upgrade, the 307ci V8 unit is a good choice, packing 200 horsepower.
Chevrolet’s SS 396, on the other hand, was available with a 402 producing 350 or 375 horsepower.
Meanwhile, the SS 454 was available with the LS5 with 360 horsepower or LS6 with 450 horsepower.
Parked since 1985, the Fathom Blue paintwork may be somewhat tainted with rust – but this isn’t visible on the extensive shots posted.
The owner is asking for $28,500 for the Chevelle Convertible barn find – and they won’t be accepting offers.
But you’ll have to be quick – 81 people already have their eye on the eBay listing with 23 days left to go.
However, if you do decide to hit ‘Buy It Now’ remember that you’ll need transportation – this car isn’t going anywhere under its own steam without an engine.
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All Supercar Blondie contributors undergo editorial review and fact-checking to ensure accuracy and authority in automotive journalism. After gaining her BA Hons in French and English at the University of Nottingham, Amelia embarked on a vocational diploma from the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ). This led to numerous opportunities, from interning at Vogue to being on the small team that launched Women’s Health magazine in the UK, which was named the PPA Consumer magazine of the year for three years running. As Health, Beauty and Fitness editor, Amelia personally received a Johnson & Johnson Award and was shortlisted for both PPA and BSME titles. Since then, Amelia has created content for numerous titles and brands, including the Telegraph, 111 Skin, Waitrose, Red magazine, Stylist, and Elle, as well as being Head of Content at Vitality and Editor in Chief at INLondon magazine. “My superpower is translating technical jargon about the mechanical workings of a supercar into a relatable story you’ll want to share with your friends after you’ve read it.” After joining the SB Media family as a senior journalist in September of 2023, Amelia’s role has evolved to see her heading up the SEO output of the editorial team. From researching the most ‘Google-able’ key terms to producing evergreen content - it’s been a time of hard work, growth, and success for the editorial team and the Supercar Blondie website. “I like to think of myself as a ‘method journalist’. In other words: I live and breathe whatever I am writing about. When writing about fitness, I trained as a personal trainer, and as a beauty editor, I completed an ‘expert’ in scent diploma with the Fragrance Foundation. “During my tenure at Supercar Blondie, however, I did something I never thought possible: I passed my driving test at the age of 36. One day I’d love to train as a mechanic to better understand what happens under the hood, too. “My sweet spot is providing readers with a ‘takeaway’ (read: something new they didn’t know before) after reading every one of my stories. While I don’t claim to be an expert in the automotive world, I know the experts and bodies in the field to rely on to provide our readers with an informative and thought-provoking story every time they visit the site.”
