Vehicle Description
Tribute cars always seem to mimic the big-dollar machines, but we
rarely see them surpass the originals in such a big way. This
gorgeous, immensely powerful 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS Tribute
Restomod comes packed with all that's right in the classic
car/restomod world, with a slick Emerald Turquoise paint job, a
raked stance atop a set of flashy Budniks, and a
performance-oriented interior loaded with aftermarket goodies. And
we haven't even told you about the best part yet: the thundering
427/456HP Bill Mitchell crate V8 under the hood, which comes to
life via modern fuel-injection, a quick-shifting Tremec 5-speed
gearbox, and a custom mini-tubbed suspension that keeps it planted
to the road. Sure, we might have to call it a "tribute" today, but
this 1967 Camaro Restomod isn't really a recreation of anything
from the past, simply because nothing this killer existed back
then.
The paint is Code K Emerald Turquoise, a flashy, archetypal
performance color that always looks fantastic stretched over an
F-body, especially on an early Camaro with a black, RS-style,
bumble-bee nose stripe up front. For fans of the design of the
early Camaros, a few vibrant colors could be better, and we have to
agree that it look practically great in modern materials. It seems
to emphasize the sheetmetal's curves; look at the kick-up behind
the doors and the sharp crease that runs the length of the body,
neatly bisecting the doors and rear quarter. As an RS tribute, the
traditionally hidden headlights and simple single-element taillight
lenses are part of the package, although any RS/SS emblems have
been deleted. The front bumper was also deleted, swapped in favor
of a dual-scoop cowl and chin spoiler. An aggressive cowl hood
previews the monster underneath, while the color-matched decklid
spoiler out back is the perfect endcap. It's not a perfect paint
job, this car was meant to be driven, after all, and there are a
couple of imperfections that could probably use some attention
before they get worse. Nevertheless, they're hard to spot at first
glance, and overall, from just a foot or two back, the curb appeal
is through the roof. Chrome and stainless are quite good
throughout, including the rear bumper and rocker panel molding, and
during the build, a '427' hood badge and flush-mounted racing gas
cap were both added, perhaps as a warning to any challengers on the
street.
Complementing the bright turquoise paint, a set of black leather
racing buckets greet you when you climb aboard. A stock rear bench,
black carpets, an unblemished dash pad, and matching door panels
complete the look, and while it was done a few years ago, it's all
holding up pretty well. A tall shifter with a billet knob splits
the seats and easily falls to the hand, and it's a perfect
complement to the sporty Momo steering wheel that was mounted atop
a tilt wheel at the helm of the cockpit. A full array of
white-faced AutoMeter gauges were added just beyond it, and they
help keep a close eye on the big block under the hood, and a
redlight strapped to the steering column helps aid the driver
through shift points. Entertainment comes courtesy of a newer
retro-style AM/FM/AUX stereo head unit that's been neatly installed
in the center stack and easily blends in with its stock
surroundings. Racing seatbelts keep everyone strapped in tight. Out
back, the back seat looks almost new, which isn't usually a
surprise in Camaros, and if you open the deck lid, you'll find a
clean trunk without any nasty surprises.
Power comes from a burly Bill Mitchell 427 V8 crate engine,
installed in 2005 and rated at 456 horsepower and 485 lb-ft of
torque. Topped with a FAST throttle-body fuel-injection system atop
a Motown aluminum intake and Motown aluminum heads, it cranks via a
FAST wiring harness and XFI ECU, is fed through a FAST fuel-rail
system and 42lb injectors, and breathes easy thanks to long-tube
headers that burble through an X-pipe dual exhaust with chambered
mufflers. Finished in Chevy Orange engine enamel, black Chevrolet
valve covers that match the inner fenders and firewall, and an
open-element air cleaner that always looks right on a big block
Chevy, it has a performance look. The aforementioned Tremec TKO
5-speed manual transmission has been beefed up with a trans cooler
and custom driveshaft that spins a beefy 12-bolt 3.73-geared rear
end that's more than capable of handling all that added horsepower.
Huge money was spent on the undercarriage, where we can spot some
pan replacement and loads of beefy suspension parts, including a
DSE front set-up and mini-tubs in the rear, along with power
steering and Wilwood power 4-wheel disc brakes with drilled and
slotted rotors that keep the car planted to the road. Flashy Budnik
17-inch wheels are the perfect complement to this restomod Camaro
and wear staggered 245/45/17 front and giant 315/35/17 rear Nitto
performance radials with plenty of grip to finish the look.
Expertly built, super-clean, incredibly powerful, and a lot of fun
to drive, this is an awesome Camaro with great colors and a lot of
attitude. Call today!