1969 CHEVROLET CAMARO Z/28

OVERVIEW

This restored 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 is powered by a Turbo-Fire 302ci small-block V8 backed by a Muncie M20 four-speed manual transmission, both of which are original to the vehicle. Finished in maroon metallic with white stripes over a black vinyl and houndstooth cloth interior, this Camaro comes from the seller with pre-restoration photos, vehicle documentation, receipts, a Jerry MacNeish Certificate of Authenticity and appraisal, and a clear title.

Highlights:

• ZL2 ducted hood
• Z21 Style Trim Group
• Rear spoiler
• Center console
• AM radio
• U17 instrumentation
• Positraction
• J52 power front disc brakes
• Custom X-pipe exhaust system

Ownership History:

• Private seller
• Current Location: Texas

EXTERIOR

Key Features:

• Maroon metallic paint
• White stripes
• Front chin spoiler
• Fender-mounted antenna
• Driver-side rearview mirror
• Wheel opening and rocker moldings
• D80 rear spoiler

Modifications:

• Color change from Fathom Green (code 57) with white stripes
• ZL2 ducted hood
• Deck lid bolt color changed
• Deck lid emblem removed

WHEELS AND TIRES

• Chevrolet Rally wheels
  • Tall center caps 
  • Bright trim rings
• Goodyear Speedway Wide Tread GT bias-ply tires

INTERIOR

Key Features:

• Black vinyl and houndstooth cloth upholstery
• Bucket front seats
• Center console-mounted manual transmission shifter
• Manual steering
• AM radio

Modifications:

• Color change from Medium Green vinyl (code 721)
• Hole drilled into left side of the woodgrain trim on the dashboard
• Woodgrain radio bezel removed
• Black window crank knobs
• 2-piece kick panels installed

Known Flaws:

• Shoulder belts missing from the headliner

INSTRUMENTS

• Odometer shows 99,655 miles
  • True mileage unknown
• 120-mph speedometer
• 8,000-rpm tachometer
• Clock
• Console-mounted gauges:
  • Fuel level, water temperature, oil pressure, and battery

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine:

• Original Turbo-Fire 302ci small-block V8
  • Single four-barrel carburetor
  • Finned polished aluminum valve covers
  • Original distributor
  • Original radiator

Transmission:

• Muncie M20 4-speed manual

Modifications:

• Cowl-induction air cleaner housing
• Cogged fan belts
• Voltage regulator and horn relay
• 1970s-style timing cover
• NAPA water pump
• Exhaust manifolds
• Fuel pump
• Left-side radiator tank
• Ford fan blade
• Aftermarket fan clutch
• Alternator and pulley
• Left-side valve cover grommet
• Engine lift hooks missing from intake manifold
• Non-original carburetor
• Wiring harnesses with plastic sheathing
• Non-original engine coil
• Aftermarket starter motor
• Bell housing

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST

Key Features:

• Independent front suspension
• Original 4-leaf rear springs
• Solid rear drive axle
  • Positraction
  • 3.73:1 gears
• Original brake booster
• J52 power front disc and rear drum brakes

Modifications:

• Fuel line spliced on the right-side frame rail
• In-line fuel filter installed near the fuel pump
• Larger front sway bar installed
• Color of rear parking brake cable brackets changed
• Custom X-pipe dual exhaust system with Borla mufflers

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE

• Jerry MacNeish Certificate of Authenticity and appraisal
• Pre-restoration photos
• Vehicle documentation
• Receipts