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1959 Chevrolet El Camino

Selling at Barrett-Jackson -- Scottsdale 2023 -- NO RESERVE -- Lot F979

Concourse body-off restoration in 2021.

3-owner Chevy purchased new by J.R. Snodgrass in Lorenzo, Texas.

Second owner: Mike Smith from Paris, Texas, who bought it in 1985, placed it in dry storage for 31 years and began restoring it in 2016.

Third owner: Dave Brazelton from Placerville, California purchased it in June of 2020 and commissioned “Hangtown Hot Rods” in Placerville to perform this truly spectacular restoration which resulted in two wins at the 2021 “Hot August Nights” event in Reno, Nevada.


  • Rebuilt 348-250 HP V8 engine
  • Correct carburetor, distributor, generator…
  • Upgraded T-350 automatic transmission
  • Fully rebuilt suspension
  • Heavy duty radiator
  • Power steering
  • Power brakes
  • Vintage tachometer
  • Stock AM radio
  • Correct gray interior by S.M.S.
  • Restored dash and instruments
  • Chrome grill guard
  • Backup lights
  • Show quality chrome, glass and trim
  • Standard wheels with poverty caps
  • Laser straight body with excellent fit
  • Refinished in the original “Cameo Coral” and “Satin Beige”
  • Restoration photos and vintage 1985 photos included

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