
Published 10/2/24
Wallpaper Download: SP502/605 Crate Engine in a 1969 Chevelle
WORDS: THE BLOCK
PHOTOS: NATE LIGHT
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The cutting-edge SP502/605 crate engine* is one of the newest additions to the Chevrolet Performance portfolio. During this summer’s HOT ROD Power Tour, the latest Big-Block made the rounds in the brand’s famous 1969 Chevelle “Slammer.”
As the name implies, the engine carries on the Bowtie’s legendary Big-Block tradition with 502 cubic inches of displacement. It is rated at 605 horsepower and 580 lb.-ft. of torque, making it a perfect choice for muscle cars and hot rods.
The power plant uses the ZZ502/502 crate engine* as a starting point, but offers higher-compression pistons, a new hydraulic-roller camshaft and CNC-ported oval-port heads, among other impressive performance features. Plus, the engine is topped with cast-aluminum valve covers reading “502.”
We’ve made an image of the head-turning Chevrolet Performance SP502/605 crate engine in the Chevelle into a wallpaper download. High-resolution images for your desktop and mobile device are below.


Be sure to keep watching The BLOCK for many more Chevrolet Performance builds from popular automotive events.
*Because of their effect on a vehicle’s emissions performance, these engines are intended exclusively for use in competition vehicles. These engines are designed and intended for use in vehicles operated exclusively for competition: in racing or organized competition on courses separate from public roads, streets or highways. Installation or use of these engines on a vehicle operated on public roads, streets or highways is likely to violate U.S., Canadian, and state and provincial laws and regulations related to motor vehicle emissions.