Vehicle Description
Nothing beats an original, especially in the automotive world. In
2010, with the introduction of Chevrolet's fifth-generation pony
car, the value of first-generation Camaros started trending upward.
And in 2014, with the reintroduction of the brutal Z/28, the value
of vintage Zs was practically canonized. Rocking 68-exclusive
Corvette Bronze paint, a rotisserie restoration and a
numbers-matching small block, this documented, first-generation
Z/28 is the quintessential blue chip muscle car. Looking to add an
investment grade F1 to your collection? Check out your next
classic!
THE HISTORY OF THE CORVETTE CAMARO
Assembled in February of 1968 at Norwood, this awesome Camaro was
initially purchased by a Mr. M.P. Peterson of nearby Jackson, Ohio.
In 1971, Mr. Peterson decided to trade the car on a Boss 429, and
that's when, thanks to a Ford dealership mechanic, this Chevy met
its second and longtime owner: August VanDeVoorde, Jr. VanDeVoorde
drove the car daily until 1973, during which he constructed a dry
storage spot and shipped out with the U.S Navy. For the next 13
years VanDeVoorde's brother would roll this Z out every summer and
freshen or rebuild any ailments he could find. Circa 1986, when
VanDeVoorde returned home, he decided to rebuild the car's engine
with fresh OEM components and enjoy it as a stylish weekend
cruiser. However, after only a few years in his native town of
Kewanee, Illinois, VanDeVoorde once again stowed his classic and
hit the road for another long-term assignment. Fast-forward to
2013, and VanDeVoorde finally made the difficult decision to pass
the car to its third owner. In March of 2014, Howard Zimmerman of
Hanna City, Illinois kicked off a detailed rotisserie restoration
that transformed a solid driver into a polished showstopper. And in
the fall of 2016, we sold this choice Chevy to its fourth and
current owner.
Stripped all the way to bare metal during its detailed restoration,
this Camaro's mostly original body has been carefully re-sprayed in
correct Corvette Bronze pigment and lovingly laced with fresh
Tuxedo Black Rally Stripes. And, naturally, those attractive
aesthetics have been complemented with a roster of correct
bolt-ons. At the front of this clean F1, a black-trimmed grille
hangs '68-exclusive parking lamps between a mirrored bumper and
bright halogen headlights. Above that grille, a correct hood leads
the eye to clean glass that's seated in straight stainless frames.
At the sides of that glass, a small mirror joins fresh rocker
spears, traditional door handles, simple "Camaro" scripts and
bright "Z/28" emblems to detail a sculpted profile. And at the back
of that profile, a Camaro-branded decklid shades a body-matched
fuel cap, '68-exclusive taillights and a second mirrored
bumper.
MO 302
Under this coupe's Kansas-flat hood you'll find an original, 302
cubic inch small block that fronts a correct 3914678 casting number
with a correct "MO" assembly stamp and matching 417983 partial VIN.
Straight from the factory, Chevrolet's high performance SCCA
Mustang slayer utilizes high-flow, rectangular-port heads, a forged
steel crank, forged steel rods and forged aluminum pistons to twist
stout 11 to 1 compression into more than 350 horsepower! At the top
of the red-hot mill, a chrome, open-element air cleaner swirls wind
into a familiar Winters intake thanks to a big Holley carburetor.
At the sides of that intake, authentic 'double hump' heads hang
chrome valve covers over long-tube headers. And at the back of
those heads, a mandatory points distributor shoots spark through
7mm Packard Delcore Suppression Cables. When fired, the solid
lifter small block barks and snarls like a real competition piece.
Its ancillary components are top-notch in every way, with a modern
battery and refinished Delco Moraine brake booster accompanying a
rebuilt alternator and clean AC fuel pump. And an evenly sprayed
combination of Chevy Orange skin and Satin Black framing is
carefully interrupted by variety of correct decals.
THE TRANS AM CAMARO
Back in 1968, the only transmission you could get with your Z/28
was a tough Muncie 4-speed, and that's exactly what lives behind
this car's mean small block. That correct 3925660 gear slinger
spins what appears to be an original 12-bolt axle that's coded as a
March (03) 14th (14) Detroit Gear (G) unit equipped with an Eaton
posi-trac differential (E) and 3.73 (BU) gears. That fully sorted
driveline rides on a completely rebuilt suspension, which includes
4-piston, Corvette-style brakes. There's a beefy, true-dual exhaust
system that hangs dual-chamber Flowmaster mufflers between an
H-shaped crossover and polished turndowns. That exhaust system is
backed by solid floors, which are layered in smooth, Satin Black
paint. Those floors roll on 15-inch Rally Wheels, which spin
205/70R15 Michelin Defender redlines around dent-free trim rings
and correct stainless center caps. And that chassis has, like the
car's engine bay, been restored to fresh, road-ready condition.
THE STANDARD
According to this Camaro's restorer, the Standard Interior hiding
behind the car's solid doors is mostly original equipment. A trio
of pleated vinyl seats look and feel fantastic. In front of those
seats, a stainless-trimmed dash, which exhibits no signs of warping
or peeling, hangs rebuilt telemetry beside a correct Delco
pushbutton radio. At the base of that dash, like-new carpet and
monochromatic floor mats frame a tough Hurst shifter. That seat,
dash and carpet trifecta is completely framed by a tight headliner,
a clean package tray and pliable door panels. In front of the
driver, a satin-spoke steering wheel laps a tasteful Camaro
centerpiece. And behind the passengers, the car's solid trunk hides
a correct mat beneath a full-size spare tire and correct decklid
decals.
When it comes to history and desirability, this Z/28 is hard to
beat! Its original 302 offers all the classic rumble you'd ever
want. Its rugged Muncie 4-speed turns up the fun factor. And its
Corvette Bronze livery provides unique and refreshing appeal. If
you've been yearning for an awesome, investment grade pony car,
your search is officially over!
HIGHLIGHTS
Authentic, fully documented Camaro Z/28 that's benefitted from a
detailed rotisserie restoration
Full ownership history
Original 302 cubic inch Chevrolet V8
Correct Muncie 4-speed manual transmission
Correct GM 12-bolt rear axle
Correct power front disc and rear drum brakes
Correct Black Standard Interior
Correct 1968-exclusive Corvette Bronze paint with painted Rally
Stripes
15-inch Chevrolet Rally Wheels
Original warranty booklet
Original Protect-O-Plate
Vintage photos of the car (1971-74)
Restoration photos
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
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