Control arms: reinforced stamped steel with pre-loaded steel-encased rubber bushings at pivot Brake booster: Delco two-diaphragm, 7.9in. Brake master cylinder: dual resevoir (front/rear split) Brakes: Hydraulic, self-adjusting, power assisted, 10.5in. Body mounting: 7 each side of frame, 10 double cushion and 4 single cushion Axle shaft: integral shaft and drive flange Obviously there may be some holes in this information but we are always updating this site and endeavoring to make our lists more complete. In the articles that follow, please note that any RPO (Regular Production Option) codes we list are confirmed to be appropriate by either GM paperwork or by individual build sheets. From 1978 to 1982, the model designation for the El Camino was AW80, and from 1982 to 1987 the model designation was GW80. It wasn't until 1982 that the 'G' body designation took effect officially. The El Camino was produced in plants located in: Baltimore, MD Doraville, GA Leeds, MO Arlington, TX Fremont, CA Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, and Ramos Arizpe, Mexico.įrom 1978 through 1981, The El Camino was technically still called an 'A' body by GM. The GMC version of the El Camino was virtually identical, except for a few small cosmetic and naming differences to rebadge the product as a GMC. GM chose not to continue the El Camino platform for several reasons: a suitable rear-drive platform was not available at the time with GM's switch to mainly front-drive platforms, and GM claimed waning interest in the El Camino although sales charts do not back this up as sales were steady until GM announced the discontinuation of the platform. Some model year 1987's (420 El Caminos and 325 GMC Caballeros) are listed as new car retail deliveries in calendar year 1988 based on their date of first retail sale. In 1985 GM shifted El Camino production to Mexico.Įl Camino production ended in late 1987. The Malibu sedan and station wagon ceased production after the 1983 model year, as well as their cousins in the other GM lines Buick, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile. The frame of the El Camino is not the same one used in the station wagon. Rear air shocks were standard equipment so that the car-like ride would be preserved until hauling capability was needed, when the shocks could be aired up. The floorboard design is mostly shared with the wagon, up to the end of the cargo location. For the first time, though, the El Camino had a unique chassis shared with no other Chevrolet. The station wagon tailgate is roughly the same but has differences like an exterior latch, and no upper indented character line. The rear bumper was shared with the Malibu station wagon, although the tailgate was not, contrary to popular reporting. The front end sheet metal and doors (two door Malibus) were shared with the Malibu, although the window glass was different. Maybe we're biased – we like these G-body El Caminos quite a bit – but we think it's worth every penny.The fifth generation El Camino started production in 1978, adopting the new Malibu styling, suspension parts, and a one-inch longer wheelbase of 117 in. In this case, you'll have to fork over around seven grand. This El Camino is badged as an SS, although it clearly does not have the Choo Choo Customs Monte Carlo SS aero nose.ĭespite the slightly bruised body, there's a price to pay for rust-free originality. Under the hood, you'll find a 5.0 liter 305 cubic inch V8 fed by a four barrel carburetor. That's to be expected on any vehicle this old, though.
Everything is said to work except for the air conditioning, which requires a recharge at the very least.
1984 EL CAMINO CRACKED
The interior looks terrific, minus a cracked dash. With a fresh paint job, this El Camino would look incredible. The body and paint of this El Camino is far from perfect, but the ad claims that it's 100% rust-free.
In over 35 years, it's covered just 62,000 miles. The owner still has their original bill of sale, as well as every bit of paperwork for the El Camino since new. This El Camino's first and only owner is 84 years old now, and he's ready to let his beloved El Camino go. We found this 1984 El Camino on Craigslist in Denver, Colorado. While the Ranchero would quietly bow out after the 1979 model year, the El Camino would continue on until 1987 on the well-loved G-body platform. However, the El Camino would outlast the Ranchero. The Ford Ranchero debuted in 1957, with the Chevrolet El Camino joining the fray in 1959. When it comes to American coupes with pickup beds, Ford beat Chevrolet to the punch, plain and simple. They'll definitely want to take a look at this one. Chevrolet's car/pickup hybrid has a dedicated group of fans.