What engine would a 71 El Camino SS have?

Answer 1

1971 SS El Caminos came equipped with small blocks and big block motors, there is no way to tell if a 1971 model was an SS with out a build sheet ? The basic Super Sport option featured a blacked out grille, a domed hood or cowl induction hood with pins, specially styled wheels, round instrument gauges, heavy duty suspension, power front disc brakes, and 15 x 7 inch wheels. About 42,000 1971 Chevrolet El Caminos were produced 1971 El Camino Information * Body Styles * ** 2 Door Pickup * Engine Options * ** 250 cubic inch 145 horsepower 6 cylinder (base) ** 307 cubic inch 200 horsepower v-8 (base) ** 350 cubic inch 165 horsepower V-8 (optional) ** 350 cubic inch 270 horsepower V-8 (optional) ** 402 cubic inch 300 horsepower V-8 (base) ** 454 cubic inch 365 horsepower (optional) LS5 ** 454 cubic inch 425 horsepower (optional) LS6