Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
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Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
by kyle1979 Thu Jun 07, 2018 8:54 pm
I'm excited to finally share my new project, a 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454! This Sprint has 38k original miles, and estimates are that it is approximately 1 of 71 SP 454s produced in 73.
You may have seen this 73 SP for sale a few years back on various sites and eBay. Here is a link to one of the ads: https://barnfinds.com/1973-gmc-sprint-sp-454-the-other-el-camino/
My good friend purchased it, and completed part of the restoration including the repaint in the original Green Gold Poly and replacing the original white vinyl top with a fresh OEM-style one. I am excited that I now get the opportunity to finish the rest of it. I have the front and rear bumper fillers to install, as well as the side SP stripes. I can't wait to see it striped sitting next to my Dad's black 77 El Camino SS that he bought new in 77.
Our plans are to keep it fairly stock, save for the wheels, radio, and maybe a few accessories like a bed mat or tonneau cover. The 454 is original, though my buddy did have to replace the cam, as it was flat when it arrived form Texas. Even the AC works!
You may have seen this 73 SP for sale a few years back on various sites and eBay. Here is a link to one of the ads: https://barnfinds.com/1973-gmc-sprint-sp-454-the-other-el-camino/
My good friend purchased it, and completed part of the restoration including the repaint in the original Green Gold Poly and replacing the original white vinyl top with a fresh OEM-style one. I am excited that I now get the opportunity to finish the rest of it. I have the front and rear bumper fillers to install, as well as the side SP stripes. I can't wait to see it striped sitting next to my Dad's black 77 El Camino SS that he bought new in 77.
Our plans are to keep it fairly stock, save for the wheels, radio, and maybe a few accessories like a bed mat or tonneau cover. The 454 is original, though my buddy did have to replace the cam, as it was flat when it arrived form Texas. Even the AC works!
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Re: Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
by fasrnur Thu Jun 07, 2018 9:10 pm
Very nice looking Kyle. It looks like there's more than 2 El Camino's in the stable. The wheels look like they should have come on it.
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Re: Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
by g3chevy / Mr Pontiac Fri Jun 08, 2018 1:03 am
Its a very small world Kyle. This is a Sprint that was located 20 miles from me when I spotted it on ebay a year or so ago. I was out of town at the time and never got a chance to look at it in person. This is definitely a great find. Congrats! Btw, did you receive the parts I shipped?
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Re: Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
by crice63 Fri Jun 08, 2018 2:22 am
Very nice. The stripes will look great on it.
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Re: Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
by bracketchev1221 Fri Jun 08, 2018 7:25 am
I hope he went through the engine and didn't just replace the cam. If he did, you will be going through the engine soon because all that metal is still in it.
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Re: Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
by impalamonte Fri Jun 08, 2018 8:53 am
Very Nice !! What's under all those covers ?
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Re: Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
by SSTOOLMAN Fri Jun 08, 2018 9:03 am
Very Nice! Did you paint your grill gloss black? Mine has the original unpainted finish. I would like to paint it but I am afraid of it peeling off over time then it would be a mess to try and fix.
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Re: Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
by thatfnthing Sat Jun 09, 2018 7:34 am
Way cool. Don't see many (or any) Sprints around!
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Re: Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
by g3chevy / Mr Pontiac Sat Jun 09, 2018 11:14 am
Here's the original ebay listing when I was following it a few years back. What a great original and super rare vehicle.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1973-GMC-Other-Custom-Standard-Cab-Pickup-2-Door-/201348372475?nma=true&si=pr%252BSwWK%252BQTnZRJPh2Xy9gRW%252F3yQ%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1973-GMC-Other-Custom-Standard-Cab-Pickup-2-Door-/201348372475?nma=true&si=pr%252BSwWK%252BQTnZRJPh2Xy9gRW%252F3yQ%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557
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Re: Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
by 77camino Sat Jun 09, 2018 11:57 am
If my memory is correct someone on here in the last couple of years was building a 73 Sprint with the 454. I remember the 1 of 71 statement but don’t remember anything else about it. Wonder how many of the 71 are left?
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Re: Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
by kyle1979 Sun Aug 05, 2018 7:58 pm
The Sprint has come together quickly! I finally took it to a show, and took a few pictures when I got home.
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Re: Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
by g3chevy / Mr Pontiac Sun Aug 05, 2018 8:33 pm
Kyle, you have done a great job on that Sprint! Looks awesome!
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Re: Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
by 77camino Sun Aug 05, 2018 8:45 pm
Looks great! What car show did you attend? Where did you get the bed mat?
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Re: Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
by tropdeprojet Tue Aug 07, 2018 10:53 pm
Very nice car!
I have a 75 SP but no 454
Found this about SP production;
I have a 75 SP but no 454
Found this about SP production;
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Re: Kyle 1973 GMC Sprint SP 454
by kyle1979 Fri Oct 05, 2018 10:54 pm
I got the bed mat off eBay. I really like the pressed logo, but the mat is not as thick as I hoped it would be. I know I can't be picky since its a Sprint. I attended a show in Independence off 40 Hwy near Cool Crest - its a small speed shop.
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