[Dale Eikmeier]

Unrestored L-78 66 SS

This is a Fremont CA built car currently owned by the daughter of the orginal owner. It is a running survivor with orginal paint, interior, numbers matching non-moded components, 4 sp, bucket seat car with all documentation present. Little to no rust. It shows the typical wear and tear (vinyl splits/cracks, paint faded and chipped etc, chrome pits etc.) Mag style wheels, CA smog, no AC. Only mod is a 70s era 8 track.
Any ideas on value?

 

[SebJr]

What's DD

 

[Dale Eikmeier]

What's DD

"D" is the keyboard key next to "S" in other words it was a typo, or a clever way to get people to read the post.

 

[66 MYSTERY CHEVELLE]

Funny, I thought he meant it was MIST BLUE ( DD )

 

[1966_L78]

Re: Unrestored L-78 66 SS

This is a Fremont CA built car currently owned by the daughter of the orginal owner. It is a running survivor with orginal paint, interior, numbers matching non-moded components, 4 sp, bucket seat car with all documentation present. Little to no rust. It shows the typical wear and tear (vinyl splits/cracks, paint faded and chipped etc, chrome pits etc.) Mag style wheels, CA smog, no AC. Only mod is a 70s era 8 track.
Any ideas on value?

L-78? Or not???

The 1966 L78 (even in California) did NOT have ANY Smog Equipment (it was technically "exempt", the only Chevelle engine that didn't require smog equipment in California in 1966)... Well, they did have the PCV valve...

 

[SebJr]

or a clever way to get people to read the post.

Well , I think the urestored 66 L78 will take care of that:yes:

Funny, I thought he meant it was MIST BLUE ( DD )

Damn, I wasn't even thinking paint code :clonk: even if it wasn't why it was there.

 

[Ark68SS]

Damn, I wasn't even thinking paint code :clonk: even if it wasn't why it was there.

Seb's thinkin' it was the daughter's bra size. :yes:
BillL

 

[oldtimebaseballfan]

Sounds like someone should check out the documentation, engine codes, VIN and Trim Tag first to make sure it is a real L78.

 

[blue70chevelle]

DD <-- Daily Driver, apparently someones daughter might be doing just that...

 

[CT Mark]

Re: Unrestored L-78 66 SS

L-78? Or not???

The 1966 L78 (even in California) did NOT have ANY Smog Equipment (it was technically "exempt", the only Chevelle engine that didn't require smog equipment in California in 1966)... Well, they did have the PCV valve...

I was thinking the same thing. :thumbsup: Dale, Any docs?

 

[Dale Eikmeier]

Actually it is a L-34 (my mistake) Although the window sticker says L34 375 HP so is it a L 34 or a 375 HP? Attached is a photo of the car and the window sticker.

 

[Cam]

Actually it is a L-34 (my mistake) Although the window sticker says L34 375 HP so is it a L 34 or a 375 HP? Attached is a photo of the car and the window sticker.

At the time the L-34 was being referred to as a 375-horse engine, the L-78 was also being referred to as a 425-horse engine. They were downrated early in the '66 run to 360 & 375 horsepower, respectively.

 

[joe58]

nice find

What is the engine date/code number on the protecto plate?
I can't read all but is T0????? the second number down on left of plate in mirror image.

 

[Bill Pritchard]

A lot of replies here and no one has ventured a guess to Dale's original question....what's it worth?

I guess a lot depends on the clarification of the engine HP rating. If it turns out to be what's more commonly known today as the 360 HP engine, I will guess $40K. If it is a real 375 HP (solid lifters, aluminum intake), I will guess $70K.

 

[ss1970chev454]

A lot of replies here and no one has ventured a guess to Dale's original question....what's it worth?

I guess a lot depends on the clarification of the engine HP rating. If it turns out to be what's more commonly known today as the 360 HP engine, I will guess $40K. If it is a real 375 HP (solid lifters, aluminum intake), I will guess $70K.

For a unrestored car??? NAH

IMO 28-33K

 

[66 MYSTERY CHEVELLE]

IMO 28-33K

I'll take 4 at that price.. Thank you!:yes:

 

[Dale Eikmeier]

The engine stamp code is TO918EJ6Z102 which by my notes is the 360HP manual w/ AIR code. The stamp matches with the VIN and the protecto plate.
My notes also state that the exhaust has been replaced with a non-correct after market system, the knee knocker tac is also non-orginal and the rear antenna is an incorrect replacement.

What the car needs is a good cleaning, new vinyl on the seats and fresh paint on everything that is painted. That is about it.

Any guess on value?

 

[66 MYSTERY CHEVELLE]

Dale, I assume you got my PM?

In the mean time.. How many miles on this car? and what about the TRIM TAG? build date, color code?

 

[Stock72ElCamino]

Try talking to her and find out what she know about cars and their current values (w/o actually asking her if she knows what is worth cause then your just gonna be shooting yourself in the foot) maybe you can get a good deal on it.

 

[ss1970chev454]

I'll take 4 at that price.. Thank you!:yes:

LOL.

OK...OK

Wait a minute. First of all let me state in again, just for the record. I think this whole market is insanely out of control.

Now. Let's look at this way. You pay 40K, as mentioned. Do a frame off resto. to make a 1000 point car. Let's say that takes 20k plus. 8K to 10K for paint, 2k - 3k for interior, another 5-6K for engine/trans/drivetrain rebuild etc. several more thousand for misc restor., chrome, etc.

Ok now you have a $80K car that is on the high end even as an investment consideration.

sorry i don't get it, I don't see it...It just doesn't make sense.

JMHO but I stand by my original estimate. 28 to 33K. Maybe a little more. Just seems a little more logical.

And... I'll just take one. :thumbsup: The 66 is my favorite of all chevelles.