1972 Motion Chevelle Article

[thomam]

I will try to upload a video,,, The upload feature did not support it.. More to come, Mark

[thomam]

As requested, I added a youtube video of the first start of the 454 ZLX engine. I will add others as I just figured this out..

Enjoy, Mark

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNKHohmB5Kg

Sound of the side pipes with Hooker inserts (21003HKR)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUkLQb-j3DI

[mr.4speed]

looks awesome! Needs Bias Ply tires on it at some point

[Xplantdad]

Video

[thomam]

The mechanical work has been completed on the car and I want to personally thank the team of family and friends who have assisted in this car restoration. The work effort, and professional guidance I received from my master mechanic (Tom) can never be understated as well my wife (Karen) who recommended that I take this project on even though she was fighting cancer in the middle of a pandemic.

I have many others to thank for allowing me to move this effort forward (Rick, Charlie the tuna, Tony, Charlie Nova aka “the hat”, my children (Ryan, Matthew, Greg), Scott, Steve, Brian, Patti, Cheryl, Clinton and the prior owners (Bob & Cindy) for providing me with this opportunity.

At this point, the car is basically completed except for a final buffing, misc. cleaning and test drives to get any bugs out and to confirm overall safety. I also want to thank the readers who have provided me with direction on parts and feedback.

I have provided a few pictures that will outline the professional work and team work which contributed to the restoration to this historical car.

Thanks to all!

Regards, Mark

[big gear head]

Great job. It sure reminds me of my '72 SS 454. That's the car that I had when I turned 16 and started driving. Any change you could bring it to SCR?

[thomam]

What is scr and where is it

[big gear head]

Super Car Reunion at Bowling Green KY. There is a special section right here on this sight just for the SCR. https://www.yenko.net/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=80
Also a Facebook page with lots of pictures from past years. https://www.facebook.com/supercarreunion

[1972convss454]

Car looks Awesome!
I may have asked this before but was the car originally painted Black? Black was not an option in 72 unless special ordered. Would love to see this car in person. It has to be the Ultimate 72 Chevelle.

[GotGrunt]

Originally Posted by 1972convss454

Car looks Awesome!
I may have asked this before but was the car originally painted Black? Black was not an option in 72 unless special ordered. Would love to see this car in person. It has to be the Ultimate 72 Chevelle.

I had always assumed it was midnight bronze which sometimes looks black unless it’s in direct sunlight. If it is special order black, that just makes it so much cooler.