First Generation pony cars represented a high point in automotive marketing. Buyers with a healthy budget could drive away in a vehicle offering stunning performance, while those with more modest finances could opt for cars that possessed identical styling, but with more affordable drivetrain configurations. This 1967 Chevrolet Camaro fits that description, although it isn’t what I would consider a “stripper” model. There are enough mechanical upgrades and creature comforts to provide a relaxed ownership experience, making this classic worth more than a passing glance.
Chevrolet joined the pony car party in 1967 with the Camaro, although it had given Ford a decent head start with its Mustang. However, with 220,906 cars rolling off showroom floors in the first year, it is clear that the Camaro successfully stole sales from Ford. Our feature car is a first-year example ordered in Ermine White. The listing suggests it may have received an older repaint, while the spoilers and hood are later additions. However, the seller includes the original hood, allowing the winning bidder to return the vehicle to its factory form. The seller admits that this classic isn’t perfect, but the overall condition appears consistent with a driver-grade vehicle. The paint holds a nice shine, the panels are straight, and there is no evidence or mention of rust. The Camaro retains its original steelies and hubcaps, and the trim and glass look excellent for their age.
The first owner appears to have had practicality in mind when ordering this Camaro, and I suspect it was probably intended to serve as a daily driver. The engine bay houses a 250ci six, while the two-speed Powerglide transmission and power steering should provide an effortless driving experience. The six delivers a respectable 155hp and 235 ft/lbs of torque, and while the Camaro won’t fry its tires off the line, it should cope admirably with city traffic and open-road cruising. The seller suggests in their listing that this classic has a genuine 38,500 miles on its odometer without mentioning verifying evidence. However, they confirm that it is a one-owner vehicle that runs and drives extremely well. Flying in and driving home seems to be a realistic option for the winning bidder.
The positive vibes continue inside this Camaro, with no evidence of abuse or significant wear. The Black vinyl on the driver’s seat is slightly stretched, but is the only aspect of this interior that warrants a mention. The remaining trim is in good order, the carpet is clean, and the dash and pad are excellent. I can’t spot any wheel wear or cracks, and the gauges are in as-new condition. The AM radio is the only factory option, although the seller confirms that everything inside this classic works as it should.
This 1967 Chevrolet Camaro has generated significant interest since the seller listed it here on eBay in Clarence Center, New York. Thirty-nine bids have pushed the price to $16,700, although that figure falls short of the reserve. The auction is heading into the home stretch, and the action typically intensifies in the dying minutes. It will be fascinating to see if this classic continues that trend, and what the price will be when the hammer falls. What would you consider to be a fair figure?
Anyone seriously considering this car needs to see it in person and go over it with a fine tooth comb. Corners were cut to make it present well in an online ad without spending money. The seams that separate the taillight panel from the lower quarter panel below the taillight on both the drivers and passenger sides have filled in, see pictures #10 and #12. No brake pedal, needs trunk weather stripping, missing most rubber bumpers in the engine compartment, those that are present have overspray. There will be more, if you aren’t willing to spend the $10-25 on finishing touches for a car with a reserve over $16,700 where else are you cutting corners.
Steve R
38k miles? Not with that brake pedal. I’m going to say it’s more than 138k too. Someone has diddled with the odo. This car has had at least some body repair, as you’ve noticed. Bondo?
I once made the mistake of buying a car from the rust belt. It was my first car and didn’t know any better. It had rust repairs to both quarter panels where they met the rear valance, just like this car, the seam was filled in. There should be a distinctive line on where those panels meet, it’s not there, that’s a sign of shoddy work. This is the sort of car that looks nice enough in the pictures that an eager/impatient potential buyer will often overlook clear red flags.
I have a friend that bought several cars that looked good superficially. He’d go with someone to look at the car, then promptly ignore them. He’d realize the mistake a few months later when the paint or bondo would shrink and he’d start noticing the other flaws himself. He’d get rid of the car, then do it again. He couldn’t look past the pretty paint and detailing to see the red flags, he did the same with his girlfriend, who he eventually married. I haven’t seen him since, neither have any of his old friends.
Steve R
Cutting corners is a very kind assessment of this car. In person this would scare off a master auto body tech!!!!
Nice looking car. I love how simple and easy it is to work under the hood and even inside the car. Aside from the hood, the rear spoiler is not original to the car. Overall something I would likely drive as is.
Ok.. with all the issues this Camaro has. Also left side rocker above on the paint bubbles coming up. This looks like a quick paint ( earl shives) job $99.00 special. I watch the video. How come he didn’t start the engine? The Camaro looks cool front and rear spoilers and air induction hood. I was thinking the trunk weather seal got stuck on the wet paint and lost half of it. This ride i would fix up. Pull the drive train redo the suspension front and back. Changed the rear rend to a 12 bolt with 3:73. Then 383 stroker engine 450 hp and 6 speed automatic. Leave the wheels alone. And have fun!! 🐻🇺🇸
Finally,,,cars we can relate to, that has a snowballs chance in Hades of remaining like this. Just no interest. Most will go Big Bears route, when modified as mentioned, they are without question the hottest stick at auctions today. This car cost about $2562 new, but options sent it well over $4grand. A lot of money when a Falcon was about $1600, but it was a Camaro.
It’s okay, go ahead, pixx your money away constructing some personalized monster, but in the end, this is what folks of the future will want.
Why would anyone repaint an entire engine with so few miles on it?
I’d get a regular hood and ditch the racing stripe on the valve cover but other than that, I’d leave it alone.
Those dog dish poverty caps make me quiver.
If this Camaro had a manual, I guarantee you could smoke one rear tire off the line. Ask me how I know. Seriously, these 250 sixes have more grunt than you might think. Whatever. There are some shaky things going on with this Camaro. Caveat Emptor.
They were designed to spin the back tire(s) Consequently, they were miserable in the snow.
Rigged up 40 footer!
Reminds me of a pizza delivery car from my hometown. Grady’s Pizza had a good size fleet of them back
in the late ’60s. They were as basic as you got back then with a 6 cylinder
and three on the tree and if you were
lucky, you got a radio and a heater to
keep you warm and entertained while
delivering pizzas during an Illinois
winter. And all of them were radio
dispatched to make sure your pizza
was piping hot too! Ah, the good old
days!
Lots of profile and interior pix, nothing underneath, salt belt car painted white, could be a rusty mess under the lipstick. Have to inspect to see if it’s worth installing a proper drive line .
Why embarrass yourself at the traffic light races? – this either needs a v8 or all the RWL tires & spoilers & hood removed.