History of the 1964-1967 Chevrolet El Camino Ford's compact Falcon-based Ranchero worked alone in the car-truck field from 1961 to 1963, then Chevrolet re-entered the segment with a downsized El Camino, this one based on the division's new mid-sized A-body Chevelle. Although weight and wheelbase were down a bit compared to its 1959-60 forerunner, the 1964 El Camino still bragged of a longer, taller cargo box and a wider tailgate. Base price for six-cylinder models was $2,267; adding a 283-cid V-8 added $100 to that bottom line. This El Camino has a number of factory options that include Air Conditioning, and power windows. The engine is a well prepared Corvette 350/350hp that gives the car the power it needs to make if a fun drive. The bed has a full locking cover and there is no rust anywhere on the car. The car has a 350hp 350, with a 700R4 Overdrive Transmission, 12 Bolt Posi and 4 Wheel Disc Brakes. This is a very nice cruiser.