The 1967 Camaro Z28 was one of Chevrolet’s best-kept secrets. Few people knew of a badge that would eventually become a mainstay of the Camaro range. The lack of knowledge by potential buyers meant that only 602 examples rolled off the line that year. Sales volumes climbed significantly in subsequent years, but classics like our feature car are the most desirable of the breed. This gem spent years in storage and is a rock-solid Camaro with a freshly rebuilt V8 under the hood. The seller has listed it here on eBay in East Aurora, New York. They have set a BIN of $125,000, which isn’t a lot of money if you say it fast!
The seller claims this Camaro is a two-owner classic that spent decades in storage. It was recently revived, and the suggestions are that it has undergone at least a partial restoration before going into hibernation. The Listing Summary indicates it sports NOS quarter panels and front fenders, and the Cowl Tag confirms it wears its original shade of Ermine White. The blacked-out taillight panel and rear spoiler are said to be later additions, but there are no further known changes to the exterior. It presents nicely, with paint that holds a healthy shine and panels that are as straight as an arrow. There is no visible rust, and the underside shots confirm the Camaro is rock-solid. The chrome is spotless, and the glass is crystal clear. The overall condition suggests the storage environment was ideal, and there appear to be no problems or shortcomings for the new owner to tackle.
Chevrolet introduced the Z28 as a homologation special for the highly-competitive Trans Am Series, and the requirements for an engine with a capacity under 305ci led to the development of the 302 we find hiding under the hood of this beauty. The power and torque figures of 290hp and 290 ft/lbs don’t sound startling, but they must be placed into perspective. The Z28 wasn’t designed for life on a drag strip but on a race circuit. Therefore, the high-end delivery was ideal for that application. All cars sent the power to the road via a four-speed close-ratio manual transmission, and this car features the optional 12-bolt Posi rear end. The seller indicates that this Z28 spent several decades in storage and that they have been meticulous about its revival. They treated the numbers-matching V8 to a rebuild to its original specifications. The motor spent time on a dyno to break in the new components before it and the engine bay were detailed within an inch of their lives. The only non-original drivetrain components are a finned aluminum cover for the 12-bolt and a set of traction bars. However, reversing those changes in a home workshop would take little time. Potential buyers can consider it a turnkey proposition, with the seller stating it drives well.
The new owner won’t need to spend a dime on this Camaro’s interior because the Black vinyl and carpet are excellent. The dash is spotless, and the correct shifter pokes from a console that retains its original sports gauge cluster. There is no wear or physical damage anywhere, and while it isn’t in showroom condition, its condition is comfortably acceptable for a driver-grade classic. The 1967 Z28 was more about performance than creature comforts, although this car’s factory AM radio will alleviate boredom on long journeys.
Some owners make bold claims about a classic they are trying to send to a new home, and these sometimes don’t withstand scrutiny. However, that is not the case with this 1967 Camaro Z28. The seller had it inspected by renowned Camaro guru Jerry MacNeish. He issued the car with a Certificate of Authenticity, and this beauty is now listed on the official 1967 Camaro Z28 Register. Any classic with a six-figure price is never considered affordable to mere mortals, but climbing values suggest the cost of this car is justified. I don’t expect them to be inundated with inquiries, but I believe it will eventually find a new home. Do you agree?
Beautiful car. Having Jerry certify it sure adds value. Not completley out of line on price.
Someone will get a great ride. Coming from a good seller dealing on these Camaro’s for over 40 years.
Worth every single penny, and then some. Which means I’ll never get to realize my dream of owning one and touring the twisty Adirondack Mountain roads at above average speeds. Beautiful Z28.
Vicki, a girl at our high school, was given a new red ‘67 Camaro with a 6-cylinder 3-speed. It was beautiful then and would still be now. The Camaro was an awesome car from the get-go regardless of color or options. To the new owner of this one-you lucky dog!
Those Camaro’s had big wheel wells that could fit big “meats” nicely!
& unfortunately, big “modern” tires & wheels, which is why i stopped my subsript to Hem Musc Machines.
That big heavy fact sideways muffler has got to be sapping some hp.
Could you get a ’67-69 Z28 w/o the racing stripes?
Official certification, turnkey condition, the only thing one might knock is the color. But I couldn’t care less if this was pink, as long as the color is code-matching. The ’67 Z-28s are the most desirable, IMHO, because of their fairly stealthy nature (the lack of exterior badging).
The only question I have is why is this car for sale on EBay? Let one of the auction houses sell it with the reserve you will take. Those rich guys love to take the bidding to a new level to one up the other. The 302 was a great motor. But it was not street smart friendly. It was a motor built for race cars. That is why they had four speeds. Some people say they don’t like to run below 5000 RPM.
I meant 4000 RPM
I didn’t know that headrests were an option in ’67.
RPO code was AS2 and they were expensive at $52.70 ($408 today), so also rare (2342 sold).
There’s something pure and delightful about the 67-8 Camaro. The lines are tight and body uncluttered. I like the car and color. Didn’t the safety types put an end to drawing air through the cowl like that prompting the reverse scooped hood in 69?
As are the 67-68 Firebirds. One of the nicest designs ever. My 68 400 got t-boned and ruined. I like the Pontiac treatment more but the Camaro of those two years is the best looking Camaro there is.
I think what’s also attractive about this car is that is has some drive use on it; meaning that it hasn’t spent it’s life in a vacuum sealed garage. It looks like it has been used and enjoyed, without trashing a nice restoration. I would cherish this car and treat it to many sunny, dry, beautiful days and maintain it like a fiend ; ) What a sweet ride and I wish the new owner the best.
The power and torque figures of 290hp and 290 ft/lbs don’t sound startling, and also were sandbagged. Most could dyno in the neighborhood of 350 hp and a friend had one balanced and blueprinted that made 410 with factory exhaust manifolds and the single 4 BBL. But the car didn’t come on cam until 4,000 rpm, so they weren’t drag racers. But on a road course …