When Chevrolet was developing the Third Generation Camaro, they placed a lot of emphasis on aerodynamic efficiency. They desired to produce a classic car that was low and sleek and cut through the air cleanly. This 1987 Camaro IROC-Z is probably not the most aerodynamically efficient vehicle in the world. The owner has grafted the body onto the frame of a Chevrolet Blazer. He has put a lot of careful thought and planning into the process, and the work has been completed to a high standard. It needs some TLC, but it is a turnkey classic ready to be driven and enjoyed. If you find this Camaro/Blazer hybrid appealing, you will find it located in Lititz, Pennsylvania, and listed for sale here on Craigslist. You could drive away in this distinctive vehicle by handing the owner $8,750. I have to say a huge thank you to Barn Finder Rocco B for spotting this beauty for us.

There’s a bit to consider with this Camaro. Its panels are cloaked in Code 51 Yellow, and the paint generally looks pretty good. It holds a decent shine and is complemented by some distinctive graphics. These add a touch of menace to an already aggressive-looking vehicle. The paint has a few minor flaws and defects, but there’s nothing visible that would demand immediate attention. The panels are straight, with no significant dings, dents, and no evidence of rust. The owner has bolted the Camaro body to an unmodified Blazer frame. This frame is rock solid, and careful engineering has gone into this conversion. No corners have been cut, meaning this Camaro is fully road legal and safe. The exterior plastic looks okay, and I can’t spot any issues with the glass. The huge wheels make a bold statement and fit neatly within the wheelbase of this classic. The Camaro makes enough of a visual impact to have featured in a music video and a magazine article.

This shot is as close as we get to seeing this Camaro’s interior. What can be seen of the seats and the headliner look promising, but we have to hope that the owner would be willing to supply additional photos to prospective buyers. Alternatively, it would probably be worth undertaking an in-person inspection of this IROC to verify that everything is as good as the listing indicates. That would also provide the opportunity to assess the state of the interior trim. One nice feature is the T-Top, which appears to be in good condition. With this feature open, vehicle occupants would nearly be able to reach up tickle the tummy of any low-flying aircraft.

Disappointingly, the seller doesn’t provide any engine bay shots. We know that the drivetrain commenced its life in a Blazer, but it isn’t clear what vintage. The seller indicates that the car features a 350ci V8, an automatic transmission, and a dual-range transfer case. The good news with this crazy hybrid is that it is a turnkey proposition for potential buyers. The owner says that its V8 starts at the first turn of the key and that this classic is fun to drive. Overall, I find this claim easy to believe. However, for people like me who happened to be vertically challenged (short), finding their way in and out of a high-rider like this is not an easy undertaking. Still, I suspect that it would be worth the effort.

Regular readers will be aware that I tend to favor original and unmodified classic cars. However, I am willing to make exceptions where the vehicle in question is something out of the ordinary or a custom build that has been engineered and finished to a high standard. That appears to be the case with this 1987 Camaro IROC-Z. It won’t appeal to everybody, but I believe that somebody will be willing to slap down the cash for this classic. After all, for what it is, it remains pretty affordable. Does this Camaro appeal to you, or would you pass it by?