Vehicle Description
1967 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The 1967 Camaro Z/28 was a purpose built race car, meant to face
off against rivals in the SCCA Trans-Am series. This car has a lot
to like about it. A unique emblem, thick racing stripes, and an
exclusive non-convertible model, show this car means business.
Though eventually tested with independent rear suspension, it was
left a rear leaf sprung car, with a heavy duty F41 suspension. It
also had upgraded power front disc brakes, and cold-air induction
plenum cooling. A four-speed manual Muncie M21 transmission was the
only way to have it. The real star of the show, however, was the
small block 302 engine under the hood! Developed between the 283
and 327, to meet the SCCA regulations for the Trans-Am circuit,
this engine is special. Officially rated at 290 horsepower and
matching pound-feet of torque, the engine really put out 375
horsepower! Power came on strong throughout the power band, from
3,500 to 6,500 rpm, and still pulled as high as 7,000! This may
have not been great for the street, having to carry high revs
constantly or downshift, but it was perfect for road racing. This
way the engine could handle constant high revs. The car kept
improving from 1968 to 1969, the last year of the first generation,
through constant tweaks and tinkering. Most probably have heard of
Ford's Mustang Boss 302, but might not realize Chevy had their own
302, until now. Coded internally as "the Cheetah," the Z/28 package
became an instant legend.
Now offered for consignment, this 1 of 602 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
Z28 that as we can see has undergone a recent restoration that
stays true to it's roots. Finished in the factory correct Mountain
Green, approximately 3% of the production was drenched in this hue
and coming with its NCRS shipper paperwork and the correct
drivetrain. This particular car is also equipped with Soft-Ray
tinted glass, power front disc brakes and the correct right side
only traction bar. It's time to get our groove on first gen Z28
style.
Exterior
A factory correct Mountain Green respray now appearing as base and
clear coats and it shines like a crazy diamond. Very nice paint,
complete with the glossy black up and over the hood stripe that
skips the roof and picks back up again on the short deck lid putsus
right in pony car heaven. This car can easily be mistaken for a run
of the mill base model Camaro with its lack of spoilers,
simpleblacked out egg crate grille and single exposed headlights to
lead the way. However, that allchanges when the green light comes
on and all the competitors can see if the tail end pulling away.
Rocker chrome, and wheel well surround trim is excellent, as are
the gaps and the expertly applied black pinstriping that follows
the contours of the upper beltline. Small bumpers are also
excellent. On all 4 corners are 15-inch Chevrolet Rally wheels with
dog dish caps, wrapped by 7.75-15 red stripe tires, correct for the
period but updated. Just pure Camaro bliss!
Interior
I'm breaking protocol and starting with the trunk which you have to
see to believe. All wrapped in gray and black houndstooth vinyl it
contains the spare, (wrapped in the houndstooth vinyl), a factory
jack, and crowbar neatly displayed within the houndstooth. Now we
can move to the meat and potatoes of the interior...the passenger
compartment. Swinging the doors, we are greeted with excellence.
Excellent door panels in black, excellent buckets in black vinyl
with some snazzy tuck and roll inserts and smooth black bolsters
are flanking the carpeted center hump. This carpet allows the
chrome handledMuncie shifter to grow up and outward,easily within
the driver's reach. As we move to the dash,its all factory and all
unassuming. There are a few chromed knobs and dual deep dish round
gauges framed by an original steering wheel, all just in peachy
condition, (actually they are black). Beautiful carpet below, and a
tight headliner above and we have covered the interior.
Drivetrain
Take a deep breath, here we go! The original numbers matching block
still rests in the engine bay between the fenders and looks just
fab in its coating of Chevrolet engine orange. The numbers are all
there, however, the partial VIN stamping on the block presents as
slightly suspect with multiple stampings done for a few of the
digits. Beyond that, things are correct for the casting number and
date as well as the stamping code. The correct starter, alternator
and distributor are on and the date and part # correct Holley
4-barrel carb feeds air and fossils through the correct Winters
aluminum intake. Bolted to the back is the numbers matching Muncie
M21 4-speed manual transmission and in the back is the correct PJ
stamped 12 bolt 3.73 Positraction rear axle.
Undercarriage
Visually edible, (aka eye candy), near perfect, and well taken care
of on any rust fronts because it does not exist...anywhere! Solid
as a rock. Front disc and rear drum, both power assisted are
installed and we note an independent coil sprung front suspension
and mono-leaf and single right side traction bar for the rear.
Chambered dual exhaust is noted for the mighty small
block'sexhale.
Drive-Ability
Lights quickly, and just listening to the exhaust sound of the
idle, you know you are in for a ride. This car does not disappoint,
as it runs like a deer, stings like a bee, and handles like a
butterfly, all while looking great and turning heads. It has to be
a female car, because it can do more than one thing at once...but I
digress, and back to the wonderful handling, ride, and
acceleration. She is just a great driver whose power goes on longer
than our test area. And the color...just amazing. One 2 frowns
crept up during our time behind the wheel...the wipers refused to
wipe and the radio would not belt out any tunes.
Kudos to the restorers...with an excellent example of the Camaro
Z28 in an extremely rare color. It has no stones unturned, plenty
of power, and great lookinginterior and exterior. She's a
multitasker, and a cool driver right out of 1967, and she will eat
a Mustang of the same era anytime. Oh Oh here she comes, she's a
man eater!
124377N235480
1-Chevrolet
24-Camaro V8, Standard Buckets
37-2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
7-1967
N-Norwood, OH Assy Plant
235480-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
06C-3rd Week June
E-Black Interior
ST 67 12437-1967 Camaro 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe
BDY NOR135683-Norwood Body #
TR 760Z-Black Standard Vinyl Buckets
PNT HH-Mountain Green
W-Tinted Windshield
2L-4 Speed Manual
3D-Gauges/Clock
K-Z21 Style Trim Group
4L-302/Z28
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our
showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just
1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The
website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888)
227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come
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