Vehicle Description
No thanks to increasing smog regulations, 1973 saw some
questionable decisions made for Chevrolet's Pony Car. Gone was not
only the SS option, but you could also no longer order a Camaro
with the famous 396. But one area where Chevrolet got it right was
the introduction of the LT model. Need further proof that it was a
great call to have a luxury camaro? Take a close look at this
gorgeous restored '73 Camaro LT. Featuring a slick paint scheme,
period correct 350ci V8, and a gorgeous black vinyl interior, this
'73 LT1 F-body won't last long.
Someone invested heavily to get this cool 2nd gen. to look this
good. Borrowing a line of colors from modern GM, this F-body is
covered in a modern Cobalt blue that gives this car a nice racy
look that doesn't get in your face. Of course, black SS stripes are
a welcome addition, making any Chevy look faster as it rolls over
the AMD cowl induction steel hood. The owner kept the correct
1-piece bumper instead of trying to make an RS clone like everyone
else. Fit and finish are very, very good, with a reflective surface
on the paint that only comes from hours of careful buffing. Camaro
performance basics like the Z/28 deck lid spoiler and the LT
specific hidden windshield wipers give it just the right look,
while the chrome badging and exhaust tips really help this Camaro
stand out. Bright chrome bumpers and GM Rally wheels complete the
look, making this one of the better-looking, and better finished,
second-generation Camaros we've seen recently.
Those black bucket seats are every bit as comfortable as they look,
and they feature fresh seat covers to match the door panels and
carpet underfoot. The LT models included a fresh better-appointed
interior, and it really shows on this '73 model. The wrap-around
instrument panel gives the driver an array of bright analog gauges,
along with an additional oil temperature gauge ahead of the
shifter, kind of a nod to Z/28s of the past. The cool NK4 steering
wheel became standard equipment in 1973 leaves some nostalgia when
you are behind it. In back, you'll find a clean trunk that
demonstrates none of the typical warning signs you see in cars that
have seen inclimate weather, this one is nice and solid.
While emissions regulations were choking most engines, the 1973 LT
did quite well, However, that didn't stop the previous owner from
outfitting the engine with a fresh 1973 350ci LT1 powerplant.
Dressed in Chevy Orange, with gorgeous valve covers, it looks the
part of a muscle car mill and seems to run every bit as well as
you'd hope. The 350 has been bored .030 over and features aluminum
64cc heads, flat top hypertech pistons, an Edelbrock manifold, and
650 CFM Quick Fuel carb. Bolted to the current LT1 block is a
4-speed automatic transmission that sends power to a 10-bolt posi
with 3.73 gears for plenty of stoplight smiles. With a beautifully
detailed undercarriage, including solid black floors, fresh lines
and hoses, and authentic-looking finishes throughout, you know this
wasn't some quickie restoration. At the corners you'll find 15" GM
Rally wheels that have been wrapped in BF Goodrich radial
rubber.
Second generation Camaros don't get any better looking than this,
and despite gas shortages, this one can still run like a true
muscle car. Call today!
