The Z28 was a performance option on the first-generation Chevrolet Camaro. It was Chevy’s way of competing in Sports Car Club of America’s Trans Am Series (racing) which limited engine displacement to 302 cubic inches. The Z28 Camaro had such an engine and it displaced nearly one horsepower per cube (more precisely, 290). The seller has a ‘69 Camaro that’s a real-deal, numbers-matching Z28 that was largely in storage for nearly 20 years. It’s a project that needs completion, but the core of the automobile is mostly solid.
Of the 1967-69 Camaros, the last year saw the highest production at 20,300 units. The Z28 would become more mainstream in the performance arena when the SCCA relaxed engine displacement rules in 1970 (when the second-generation Camaro came about). Considering the size of the car with a lighter engine, the ’69 Z28s should have been quite fast and nimble with a 4-speed manual transmission like this one. Most of the discussion and photos about this car are to validate many of the correct parts that come with the sale.
When this Chevy was new, it was finished in Fathom Green paint, had a black vinyl top, and its interior was decorated in Midnight Green. Earlier work includes new floors in the passenger compartment and trunk. But some finishing touches are needed in those areas. The engine was also rebuilt at some point, but it doesn’t appear to be altogether or complete. Much of the interior may have survived, including the seats and 8-track tape deck.
The only noted missing component is the windshield, but the rest of the glass is there. This is one of those projects that should be seen in person before committing (if time permits with the auction). And the seller will not ship it – you’ll have to bring your own trailer (s). Located in Buna, Texas, this Z28 is available here on eBay where the opening bid of $29,500 has yet to be cast.
Seeing how it needs a complete restoration I can see this project getting into six figs quite easily. Even if you did most of the work it’s going to be a lot of time and money. Good to see the drive train and associated parts are correct and original.
$30k for a shell, plus parts. In black “hide the bodywork primer.” My gambling days are over.
If 302 block it should be a DZ block. intake and carb will also have DZ on them. These parts are high demand and big dollar. This was a fast combination for street or strip. the sticker price on mine was $5270.00. Another one I did not keep.
It’s a great start for a guy looking to finish a number’s matching build BUT not a good starting investment at 30k.
My opinion, this is a 16-18k car as it sits.
Running the risk of picking nits,,, the Trans Am engine limit was five liters (305 cubic inches). It was the Mathematics that put most of the engines at 302.
BTW, I agree that this is a worthy project, and the owner is fishing for a “real” buyer.
Good luck with the sale.
The wife told him to sell it…and he’s trying….
I like how they dropped the long block in the engine bay. “Yea, its almost done!”
Zero bids! thank god folks have come to their senses.