Eric Minoff
Vice President, Head of Department - US
LOT 189
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Baldwin Motion Phase III Chassis no. 136370F180354
Estimate: US$200,000 - US$250,000
Lot 189
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Baldwin Motion Phase III
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Baldwin Motion Phase III
Chassis no. 136370F180354
Chassis no. 136370F180354
454ci Overhead Valve V8 Engine
3 Barrel Holley 950 Carburetor
Approximately 500bhp
3-Speed Turbo 400 Automatic Transmission
Independent Coil Spring Front and Live Axle with Coil Spring Rear Suspension
Power Front Discs with Rear Drum Brakes
*1 of 3 verified Phase III Baldwin-Motion Chevelles
*Spectacular Nut and Bolt restoration
*Winner of "Best Muscle Car" at 2016 Greenwich Concours
*Offered with documentation, see history desk
The MOTORCAR OFFERED
In an era when the cubic inches and quarter mile times decided the who was king of the hill, several dealers rose to the forefront of the muscle car era like Grand Spaulding Dodge, Yenko Chevrolet, and Royal Pontiac. However, a little speed shop off Sunrise Highway in a Long Island suburb would be responsible for producing some of the most impressive dealer supercars of the time. That shop was Joel Rosen's Motion Performance. Partnered with Baldwin Chevrolet dealership, these "Baldwin-Motion" machines were custom ordered by clients looking for more than what was offered by the factory. The most radical and expensive Phase III versions came with a money back, quarter-mile performance guarantee.
A large part of what made the cars so thoroughly sorted and tuned was a combination of years of experience and the technical know-how Rosen had gained through his days racing, but results could be tested and proven on one of the first engine dynometers to be found in an east coast shop. After gaining acclaim for his creations, clients from around the globe from Mexico to Kuwait got in line to order their own Baldwin-Motion vehicle.
Some enthusiasts were too young to afford such a car, as was the case with the consigner of this Chevelle. It was years later that he located this Baldwin-Motion Chevelle Phase III which had been previously documented by Mr. Rosen himself. The ownership history could be partially traced back to the 1980s and the drivetrain was missing.
The vehicle was treated to a nuts and bolt restoration conducted by Artisan Coach Works in Hopatcong, New Jersey. The process required research and assistance from Joel Rosen to restore it to its former glory and specifications. The 454 engine utilizes a date-correct LS6 block and is married to a correct TH400 transmission and 4.11 rear end. Additional Motion performance modifications include: 950 CFH carb, 427cx aluminum manifold, 074 open chamber aluminum heads, Mark Ten ignition, Mallory 7mm wires, Fly Eye air cleaner, Hone-o-drive, Dupree dual fuel pump, battery was moved to the trunk, ladder bars, L88 hood, side exhaust, Superior 500 steering wheel, additional tachometer and gauges, Torq-Thrust rims and M&H Racemaster tires.
This 1970 Baldwin-Motion Chevelle Phase III is one of three known, documented cars and presents as one of the finest examples in existence. A claim which is backed up both by a "Best Muscle Car" award at the 2016 Greenwich Concours and a feature on the cover of Musclecar Review in April of 2012. The opportunity to purchase a bonified Baldwin-Motion car rarely occurs and should not be missed.
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