Fifth Generation Chevrolet El Camino (1978–1987)

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Fifth Generation Chevrolet El Camino for sale.

The downsized G-body El Camino was lighter and sharper-edged, sharing its platform with the Malibu and Monte Carlo. The SS, Royal Knight, and Conquista trims and the surging popularity of G-body builds have lifted clean examples. The GMC Caballero was its badge-engineered twin. This was the final El Camino, ending in 1987.

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Fifth Generation Chevrolet El Camino

1978–1987 · Utility Pickup

The downsized G-body El Camino was lighter and sharper-edged, sharing its platform with the Malibu and Monte Carlo. The SS, Royal Knight, and Conquista trims and the surging popularity of G-body builds have lifted clean examples. The GMC Caballero was its badge-engineered twin. This was the final El Camino, ending in 1987.

Key Engines

V6 200 / 229 / 262 cu in · 110-140 hp
Small-block V8 305 / 350 cu in · 140-170 hp
Diesel V8 350 cu in · ~105 hp

Notable Trims

SS Royal Knight Conquista Caballero (GMC)

What to look for on a 1978–1987 El Camino

  • Bed and lower-body rust
  • GM 350 diesel reliability (avoid unless converted)
  • Smog-era electronics and carburetion
  • SS / Royal Knight graphics and trim originality
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