By 1969 “Z/28” became synonymous with excellent handling, and cars like this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro could be ordered as with the Z/28 performance package and the RS (Rally Sport) package which added the slick hidden headlights, rear fender louvers, and even headlight washers! The listing suffers from multiple personality disorder, stating the vehicle is located in both Point Roberts, Washington and Canadian Vancouver, British Columbia. The seller says this running, driving classic leaves “Nothing to do but enjoy,” and can be yours with a high bid here on eBay, assuming you meet the seller’s reserve.
Chevrolet’s answer to the incredibly popular Ford Mustang hit the streets as the 1967 Camaro, including a Regular Production Order (RPO) option code “Z28,” sequentially following the “Z27” code for the SS (Super Sport). Thanks to camaros.us for some details. The Z28 had one mission in life: out-perform the Mustang in SCCA’s new Trans-American racing series aka “Trans Am.” To this end the Z/28 package gave you faster steering, improved suspension, and a high-performance small-block V8 engine.
As one would expect in a road-racing-inspired performance coupe, the Z/28 mandated a four-speed manual transmission with Hurst shifter (thanks to paintref.com for some details). The Custom Interior features fancier seats, wood grain, and other upgrades. The seller describes this car as a documented Z/28 that began life in Van Nuys, California.
The high-strung Turbo-Fire 302 cid V8 earned a horsepower rating of 290 HP, but dynamometer testing of stock-spec engines demonstrates significantly more output, about 350 HP. You could order your Camaro with heavier engines making more power, but none as nimble as the Z/28. What’s your top bid for this turn-key Camaro?
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