1967 was where it all began for the Chevrolet Camaro, and this first-year example has an interesting story to tell. According to the seller, before his acquisition just a year ago, this car hadn’t seen the light of day for more than four decades! This one would probably still be sitting had it not become available as part of an estate sale, and thankfully, it’s already been brought back to life. While this F-Body is said to be running and driving well, some work outside will be needed to elevate the car to a higher level cosmetically. If you have those skills, this 1967 Chevrolet Camaro convertible is located in Perrysburg, Ohio, and is available for $18,000. Reader Sam61 spotted this cool droptop here on Facebook Marketplace, and we’d like to thank him for the tip!
For the first year of production, Chevrolet offered a diverse range of engine options for buyers to choose from, with performance capabilities from mild to wild. Among the more docile powerplants were a pair of inline-6 cylinder offerings, and without disassembling one, it’s often hard to quickly tell the difference between the 230 and 250 cubic-inch versions. However, a sharp eye by Barn Finds reader CCFisher notes that the hard-to-read decal on the air cleaner and the lack of a call-out badge on the front fenders indicate that this one is a 230. A new Holley carburetor has recently been installed, and the owner reports that his Camaro runs, shifts, and stops smoothly.
Except for the windshield wipers, the car appears to be complete outside, with the parade boot said to be new. There is some visible rust on the passenger’s side quarter, and no clear shot of this panel on the opposite side is supplied. Fortunately, photos showing a total of four donor quarters and fenders are provided, so it’s probably safe to assume that these are included in the sale. Another piece of good news is that the owner states that the floorboards on both sides have already been replaced.
Quite a bit of attention has already been given to the inside, with the door panels, front seat covers, and carpet stated as new. All of the gauges are also listed as working, so unless you’re seeking a concours interior, there may not be much left to do in here. This 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is pretty cool in its own special way, being a straight six-powered convertible, and I’d probably stick with the factory specs if it were up to me. Others might see things differently and want to install a V8 in the bay immediately. What would you do here?
overpriced for what it is plus it’s an Ohio car LOL
The 250 got a callout on the front fender that this car does not have. That, and the decal on the air cleaner lead me to believe this car has a 230.
Good info CC, thanks!
I have a 67 302 sbc to put in that car but it’s a convertible and I have a 1938 1/2 ton Chevy hot rod I would need to sell first? Love to find a project Camero to put the rebuilt 302 in.
Thought the 302 was only in the 69 ‘ . ? What would you want for it (302 engine ) anyway $ ?
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Jim Walsh, the 1967-1969 Z28’s all had 302’s. You could make own by installing a 283 crank into a 327 small journal block.
Steve R
Eighteen thousand for a “chick car” not.that there’s anything wrong with that. The interior is nice.
Nice Seinfeld reference 👍🏻
lot of rust but they make all the parts just need the deep pockets to do it. thank God the seller covered the front license plate
Typical Chevrolet Camaro rust spots I would say go see it in person and get underneath and behind the back seat for how much more rust you get to deal with could be a nice car for a mild restoration getting it safe to drive cash always talks on private sales and the closer we get to Christmas you may get it a lot cheaper than asking price.
For 12k I would drive as is until I got sick of 4 cylinder Mustangs flying by me, then I’d drop a 383 crate motor with a 5 speed Tremec in it.
Not original/or stock engine. Cast aluminum valve cover is a giveaway. Non-stock adapter to mount that 2bbl Holly carburetor and air cleaner. Would also be interesting to see if the choke rod actually works correctly with the Holly install. I’ve already owed a rusty ’67 Camaro convertible. I enjoyed the car once I had installed good shocks (,Bilstein) on it. But I also had a 327 to move it down the road. It made a fun drive to work car.
From what I have read GM made a small journal 302ci sbc in 1967 ( 327/350 block and 283 small journal crank)
1968/1969 302ci sbc large journal?
I would be open to negotiating a price for the 302.
Tom G
My understanding is that GM made a small journal 302cisbc in 1967(327/350 block with 283crank ) In 1968/1969 went to the large journal? Correct me if I am wrong please.
Thanks Tom
I would consider negotiating a price for the engine
Looking for the PCV valve.