This 1972 Chevelle SS caught the eye of its current owner, Ken Peters, some four-plus years ago.
A long-time hardcore Chevy fan for as long as he can remember, Ken knew he wanted a Chevy Chevelle SS and searched until he found the one featured here.
Ken wanted to find one that still looked stock and had already completed the body and paint. After two years, he found this striking 1972 Chevelle SS 454 online.
First seeing it on eBay, Ken did a Google search of the VIN, where he discovered it was for sale from a dealer in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
He called the dealer and struck a deal; this 1972 muscle car was his.
Once this 98,000-mile Chevy arrived, the entire car went through a rigorous evaluation so the true state of the car could be assessed.
The car ran and drove. However, it wasn’t safe enough for freeway driving. It still needed some work to make it a reliable driver, so he went to work.
Ken turned his attention to the mechanicals and addressed the engine, brakes, and suspension. Now, it is as roadworthy as the day it drove off the assembly line.
Then the dashboard lights in the interior didn’t work. After some serious wiring sleuthing, the issue was fixed.
To authenticate the car as a true Super Sport, dropping the gas tank will be done in order to check for a build sheet. It’s the last place he needs to check.
The dealer indicated that this Chevelle originally had a 402 cubic inch engine, but no factory documentation was provided at the time of purchase. However, the VIN confirms a 402 engine, suggesting the car was either a Heavy Chevy or a Super Sport.
Since acquiring the car, the focus has been on returning it back to a stock look including SS Rally Wheels, underhood decals, and other assorted minor details.
Ken’s getting his fair share of miles on the odometer as he now drives it to local car shows and cruise nights. He enjoys talking about his car and answering questions.
Having seen this car in person, I’m certain this 1972 Chevelle SS turns a lot of heads and gets its fair share of thumbs up, cruising down the road for years to come.
1972 Chevelle SS Photo Gallery
At a Glance:
- 1972 Chevelle SS
- Tuxedo Black
- White SS Stripes
- 454
CID (Originally a “U” code 402 CID) - 375-HP (Estimated)
- Edelbrock Intake
- TH400 Automatic Transmission
- Air Conditioning
- Black Vinyl Interior
- Bucket Seats
- 5,500 RPM Dash Tach
- Center Console
- Horseshoe Shifter
- Power Brakes
- Power Steering
- 12 Bolt Positraction (3.31)
- 5-Spoke SS Rally Wheels
- Cowl Induction Hood
Well, there you have this gorgeous 1972 Chevelle SS owned by Ken Peters. Be sure to subscribe if you like content like this!
Ryan
Ryan has owned muscle cars since 1986 and currently owns a 1972 Dodge Charger Rallye. He combines passion and experience to create engaging content for fellow muscle car enthusiasts. In 2018, he founded Muscle Cars Illustrated, authoring hundreds of articles on tips, history, and trends in the muscle car industry. He attends national car shows, auctions, and museums to stay current with the latest developments in the muscle car industry.
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