- One of 82 built and the last year for the 409 engine.
- Very rare, unrestored survivor with massive documentation.
- Factory original, #s matching, born-with drivetrain.
- Same family-owned vehicle for 59 years.
- Arguably the most documented factory 409 wagon in existence.
- Five (5) original build sheets found in various locations between April 21, 2025 and May 14, 2025.
- Original Protect-O-Plate and Protection Plan booklet, owners manual, accessory booklet, AM-FM radio pocket guide with operating instructions, insurance book with records and registrations ending in 1983.
- The original owner was Raymond Plociniak who owned and operated an auto repair shop and fueling station in Moscow, PA. He purchased the wagon new at “Bus Kelly Chevrolet”, also in Moscow, PA on February 13, 1965.
- After Raymond passed away in June 1982, the wagon was stored for nearly 42 years in the family barn.
Features include:
Original trim tag confirming a factory black car with red interior
Original, #s matching 409-340 HP engine
Fully serviced and in excellent running condition
Original powerglide automatic – shifts perfectly
Original 12 bolt, 3,31 ratio positraction rearend
Original air conditioning works but not very cold
Heater, defroster and all controls work great
Excellent working factory AM-FM radio with rear speaker
Wipers, horns, lighter and clock function properly
All lights, signals and back-up lights work
Factory tilt steering column
Power steering and power brakes
Power rear tailgate window
Dual outside mirrors
Nice original glass with replacement windshield
95% factory original red vinyl interior and upholstery
The center section of the front seat was replaced with original SMS material
The headliner, carpet, door panels, dash pad, etc. are all nice factory original
Stock spare and original jack assembly with tool
Standard 14” wheels with newer period-correct whitewall bias ply tires
Original set of Mag style wheel covers that were available in 1965 but did not come on this car
- The carburetor, distributor, alternator, A/C compressor, water pump, Harrison radiator, clutch fan, brake booster, power steering assembly, etc., are all original components that were on this car when it was new. Replacement items include the fuel pump, master cylinder, gas tank, battery, brakes and rubber lines, rebuilt original carburetor and new exhaust.
- There are some moderate rust issues appearing in the typical areas: extreme lower front fenders, small pimples at the rear wheel openings and no shortage of surface scaling where the paint has deteriorated. The worst I have found is the center frame rails that were reinforced decades ago. Amazingly, all the floor pans and lower rocker panels appear to be very solid including the rear storage compartment floor (see photos).
- The wagon has been driven approximately 300 miles since being woken from its long nap with no concerning issues.