The second generation of Chevy’s “pony car,” the Camaro, was nearing the end of its run in the late 1970s. Yet, the car achieved record sales in 1979. A downturn in the U.S. economy helped sales fall by half in 1980 to 152,000 units. This example of the ’80 Camaro may have been sitting in or near the woods in Imboden, Arkansas, and needs a lot of work. Available here on craigslist, this project can be towed home for $5,000. A nod goes to perennial Barn Finder Rocco B. for this tip!

For maximum fuel economy, the Camaro switched to V6 power as standard fare in 1980. Speedometers were now capped at 85 mph to encourage buyers to stay out of the throttle. The Z28, which comprised 30% of sales that year, still used a V8, the LM1 350 cubic inch engine rated at 190 hp. Some adjustments in styling gave the Z28 a bolder look, which may have helped sales hold at about 45,000 copies.

We don’t know the history of this Camaro, but it looks to have been a yard dweller for some time. The reported black paint has lost all resemblance of its shine. The seller says the body is okay otherwise. On the other hand, the interior is a different story that could entail time and money. So, it seems that much of the issues with the car may be cosmetic.

The 350 V8 in this Z is said to run and the TH-350 automatic transmission shifts but leaks, suggesting the new gaskets are needed. Also, there is something amiss with the brakes that warrant attention. On the plus side, we’re told that the tires are new as is the master cylinder. If you’re aiming to restore a second-gen Z28, why not work a deal with the seller and bring a trailer.