Camaro

Carport Find: 1978 Chevrolet Camaro Type LT

The 1978 model year was the fifth in a row for the Camaro since Ford reinvented the Mustang and opened the door to Chevy for buyers who liked bigger pony cars. This ’78 Type LT, the fancier version of… more»

4-Speed, Green, and Mean: 1978 Chevrolet Camaro LT

Back in what we sometimes call the good old days, one could head down to their local car dealer and sit down with a salesman to custom order an automobile.  GM was especially well known for giving you a… more»

Rear Ended! 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

The second-generation Chevy Camaro ended its 12-year run in 1981, as did its cousin, the Pontiac Firebird. The cars continued to sell well, especially the Firebird Trans Am after the Smokey and the Bandit movies of the late 1970s…. more»

44k Mile Survivor: 1976 Chevrolet Camaro

The second generation of the Chevy Camaro was at the halfway point in 1976. It continued to be reasonably popular, especially in light of consumer interest in better fuel economy. The Z28 performance model had disappeared from the line-up… more»

Orange Creamsicle: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Cascade

The second generation of the Chevy Camaro ran from 1970 to 1981. The 1979 model year was one of its most successful with more than 282,000 copies built. Of those, just 90 are said to have been equipped with… more»

Parked For 30 Years: 1972 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 RS

A previous owner placed this 1972 Camaro Z28 Rally Sport into storage more than thirty years ago. It recently emerged from hiding and requires a total restoration to return to its former glory. It will be a significant undertaking… more»

Camaro Pickup! 1991 Chevrolet “El Camaro”

The El Camino, Chevrolet’s “gentleman’s pickup”, was discontinued in 1987. Apparently, someone wished that had not happened and decided to convert a 1991 Camaro into one, resulting in what you might call an “El Camaro.” We don’t know how… more»

Rare Model: 1984 Chevrolet Camaro Winter Olympic Edition

Automotive history is full of examples of manufacturers producing special edition vehicles. Some celebrate milestones for a marque or model, while others mark a historical event. Companies also make vehicles recognizing sporting events, with the Indy Pace Car Editions… more»

Worthwhile Project? 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

It seems as though back in 2020 this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro made a long trailer journey from North to South, as that’s how long ago the seller purchased it and the F-Body still has a Michigan title.  It’s now… more»

Back to the Future! 1977 Chevrolet Camaro

Thus 1977 Chevy Camaro was in the same family since new. It was tricked out in the 1980s, but the owner got into trouble, went to jail, and never came back. His parents recently had an estate sale, which… more»

BF Exclusive: 45 Years Owned 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS

We talk a lot here at Barn Finds about the importance of long-term, documented ownership and buying from caretakers that had long-term visions when building their cars. It’s hard to find these days given how many flippers and investors are playing… more»

Dismantled in 1993: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

The 1967 Camaro Z28 was one of Chevrolet’s best-kept secrets, with only 602 buyers splashing the cash on what would become an American legend. By 1969, the story was different, with sales rising to an impressive 20,302. This Z28… more»

Stunning Survivor: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

When Chevrolet released the first Camaro Z28 in 1967, it was one of the automotive world’s best-kept secrets. That explains why only 602 buyers ordered a potent car that would become a desirable and valuable classic. The Z28 badge… more»

Tear It Apart? No Way! 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

There are plenty of things in life people change their minds about or get cold feet regarding.  Statistically, I’m guessing getting married, or not, may reign supreme, or at least be near the top of the list.  I forgot… more»

Forgotten Outdoor Find: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

Introduced in 1967, the Chevy Camaro would prove to be a worthy adversary to Ford’s immensely popular Mustang. And would even outsell it on a few occasions, the first being in 1977 after Ford had reinvented their pony car… more»

Odd Color Combo: 1970 Chevrolet Camaro SS

Chevrolet introduced the new second generation Camaro on February 25, 1970. Typically, a new model is introduced in the summer of the prior year and production starts in August. For the Camaro, production continued until November of 1969 for… more»

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