The 1969 Chevrolet Camaro remains one of the most sought-after muscle cars of its era, and this SS/RS 350 example represents a serious project for someone ready to take on a full restoration. Listed on eBay by a private seller, this coupe carries a clean title and shows 66,871 miles. However, it’s clear from the description and photos that this car will require a comprehensive rebuild to return it to the road.
Originally an SS/RS 350, the car no longer retains its original engine. In its place is a 1970 date-coded 350 cubic-inch V8 that the seller says rotates freely but is not currently running. The engine is fitted with 1966 date-coded double-hump 202 “fuelie” heads, and it’s reported to have been rebuilt with only a couple hundred miles since completion. Backing it is a 1965 date-coded Muncie 4-speed transmission equipped with a Hurst shifter, along with a 12-bolt Positraction rear end carrying 3.73 gears. The car is also equipped with power steering and power drum brakes.
The Camaro comes with a significant collection of parts. Included are a new metal cowl hood (not SS), a new firewall, new top dash, one new wheel well, two door skins, an extra door, a used lower front valence, and various additional miscellaneous parts. Only three Rally wheels are included. The seller notes that it will need a new grille and headlight doors as well.
Structurally, there is still considerable work ahead. The trunk floor needs replacement, and the rear subframe area where the trunk meets the bumper support also requires attention. The firewall has been cut out, the trunk floor is not attached, the subframe is not attached, and the driveshaft is disconnected from the rear end. The project was reportedly started by a body professional who passed away, after which the car was stored for several years before the current owner decided not to continue.
The seller is clear that this Camaro needs a total restoration but describes it as restorable. It will roll for transport onto a trailer, making it feasible for shipment or pickup. For someone looking to build a ’69 SS/RS to their own specifications, this project offers solid performance components and a substantial pile of sheet metal to get started. The real question is: are you ready to take on the challenge of bringing this iconic Camaro back to life?
Probably not an SS, this is a rusty mess, it has some good parts but I’d keep looking for a better starting point.
Steve R
You’ve pretty much summed it up. It could be an LM1/rs, no back up lights though. Shame, since the SS350 with a manual trans is the most robust first gen platform out there, imho. RS adds quite a bit of weight, and a ton of complexity, but ohhhh…the look.
It is quite possible this car is not an SS or an RS much less an SS/RS. The trim tag indicates this is an X11 car but not all X11 cars carried the SS option. When both options were ordered the SS took precedence. If this car was an SS both the tail panel and grill would have SS emblems.
The RS model altered the car’s rear appearance. All non-RS Camaros had the backup lights integrated with the tail light assemblies. The RS backup lights were mounted in the valance below the rear bumper. The tail light lenses are correct for a 1969 RS but the car has no backup lights in the rear valance.
I see a base model Sport Coupe delivered with a v8 and nothing more.
wow that’s a stiff price it is sitting at and seller looking for more. can buy something road ready for the cost to redo this bomb.
Phony