RogerD's 1969 Dick Harrell Chevelle

[RogerD]

The holes for the SS396 Emblem on the rear panel have burrs and are still bright metal from having being fairly recently drilled. Lots of factory applied Monaco Orange overspray is still present in the interior compartment.

The RF and LF fender are not pierced where an SS emblem would have been installed.
The LF fender does have drilled holes from an old body shop visit - bondo is visible from the repair (not where the piercing would be on an SS fender).

The VIN number found beneath the heater core cover is the same as the VIN plate on the LH side of the dash.

The SS grille is held in loosely with only a couple of screws - most of the clips on the grille are broken.
Remnants of the two black hood stripes are evident on the nose of the car. You will notice multiple layers of Orange and Black . . .

Multiple layers were the result of a shop accident at Bill Allen Chevrolet when they replaced the OEM engine at around 12,000 miles and repainted the hood, top, deck lid and nose piece.

[Kim_Howie]

Roger, I understand you contacted the Harrell site. What info did they help you with. Kim

[RogerD]

I'm pleased to report the following (based upon a statement from copoloco) and a subsequent post by Valerie . . .

"Originally Posted by copoloco Aug 26th, 09, 12:06 PM

. . .The paperwork is verified (thru her mother who actually typed up the window sticker) it's the car that needs to be inspected. . . ."

Valerie has apprised me that

"Originally Posted by Valerie Aug 31, 2009 11:09 AM
RogerD,

I can guarantee Elaine Harrell and "Copoloco" Tim Lopata are trusted and valuable sources!"

[sYc]

And how much did that cost you?

Seriously, why are you messing around with those clowns (not Elaine Harrell)? You have one of most documented super cars to be discussed on the Internet in quite some time. You know its real, the majority here, as well on the Chevelle site, believe it’s legit, what else do you need?

The folks connected with the DH site cannot even agree who their “experts” are. At one time Jim Elgan AKA JE, a charter member of the DH Hall of Fame, was one, Valerie, Pulde and others posting that he was always around the shop doing odd jobs, and the best part, drove all of the ’69 ZL-1s from Gibb Chevrolet in LaHarpe to Dick’s shop in KC. Now, no one remembers him, not for sure what he did. I could go on here, but I think you see where I am going with this.

You need to understand how this whole “record” thing works. You can either do as we have done on here, sharing our information for all to see, so all can search for that elusive “barn find” or keep the information private, chasing the cars yourself. By not showing what you have, no one really knows what you have, thus you can wing it as you go, stating the records show whatever you would like for them to say. And finally, as in your case, making folks such as yourself believe that they have something, or can verify something, dragging it on like it is rocket science, when it should take all of 5 minutes to check their records, all of this scam to eventually extract a “fee”.

You see, I have a crate full of Yenko paperwork, which took about a week to sort, putting it into a workable order. Unless away from where we keep the records, Rob or I can answer a VIN question in 5 minutes or unless, do it quite often, and for FREE. Even though the paperwork was not free (paid for by the Clary family), I am proud to say myself nor the sYc has ever recieved a cent for helping verify a car, because there is more to this hobby then egos and $$$.

Ironically, this morning I verified a ’67 Yenko, found on Craig’s list. Located, and now saved from the crusher, because our information is posted for all to see.

Now, quite worring about what others think and get busy restoring the car for you and your family to enjoy.

[RogerD]

About $12.00 and pocket change so far. Looks like I'm caught between two warring factions here - hope I can make it through with stepping on a mine or falling into a bottomless pit . . .

I'm one of those 'show me' Missouri boys so I like to have an agreement in writing regarding 'fees'.
I'm also not one willing to pay for 'blue sky' so won't be spending any $$ in that manner.
I appreciate your comments and take due note - THANKS!

I'm willing to share what little information I have - nothing asked and nothing expected in return.
Just keep me pointed in the right direction - I'm just a novice (at best) at this stuff!

Originally Posted by sYc

And how much did that cost you?
. . . Now, quite worring about what others think and get busy restoring the car for you and your family to enjoy.

[ORIGLS6]

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I'm willing to share what little information I have - nothing asked and nothing expected in return. Just keep me pointed in the right direction - I'm just a novice (at best) at this stuff!

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Then you're on the right side of the fence HERE Roger. Welcome home.

[bkhpah]

Man I tell you, you can just see the inner orange wanting to come out on that car...It will be something once again. All these theories passing around this car amaze me. Every DH car we have ever worked on other than some simple emblem changes to 427, nothing was done to conceal its original identity. In other words, the SS cars were never made to look like non-SS cars. And the COPO cars were left as such, not made into SS cars. We have restored BOTH versions The idea that some think this car was an SS changed to a Malibu is simply wrong. SS hood and 14X7 rallye wheels SS body trim NOT Malibu and Malibu interior trim, all add up to COPO..BKH

[RogerD]

You are absolutely right, the Orange is just busting out at the seams along with the black hood stripes.
Just can't wait until it is properly dressed once more!
It turned heads in the day and it will again - eye popping Hugger (Monaco) Orange - can't wait, can't wait, can't wait . . .

[sYc]

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You are absolutely right, the Orange is just busting out at the seams along with the black hood stripes. Just can't wait until it is properly dressed once more! It turned heads in the day and it will again - eye popping Hugger (Monaco) Orange - can't wait, can't wait, can't wait . . .

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"Git r dun" and come stretch her legs a little at the next SCR.

[camarojoe]

[ QUOTE ]
Man I tell you, you can just see the inner orange wanting to come out on that car...It will be something once again. All these theories passing around this car amaze me. Every DH car we have ever worked on other than some simple emblem changes to 427, nothing was done to conceal its original identity. In other words, the SS cars were never made to look like non-SS cars. And the COPO cars were left as such, not made into SS cars. We have restored BOTH versions The idea that some think this car was an SS changed to a Malibu is simply wrong. SS hood and 14X7 rallye wheels SS body trim NOT Malibu and Malibu interior trim, all add up to COPO..BKH

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Agreed! Exactly what I've been saying all along. Hard to believe there are still people trying to rain on this guy's parade. (well, maybe not TOO hard to believe..) I can't wait to see this one restored and at SCR... I'd say this is one of the biggest finds of the year. Congrats Roger!