Vehicle Description
Chevrolet's Camaro was all things to all people. One could purchase
anything from a "grocery getter" to a tire-shredding SS 396 by
checking the right order boxes. This stunning 1969 Camaro COPO 427
Tribute takes factory performance to the next level. While GM
policy limited engine size for the A-Body and F-Body lines to 400
cubic inches, a few performance-oriented Chevrolet dealers,
including Don Yenko and Fred Gibbs, knew that it was possible to
build almost anything. With the Central Office Production Order
(COPO) process usually reserved for fleets, a request could be made
for a unique and specially built car. Since the 396 big block was
already available, the 427-cid, 425-hp L72 engine would be a
drop-in fit for the Camaro. The resulting COPO Camaros quickly
reclaimed Chevrolet's honor in Super Stock drag racing and on the
street. Despite limited traction, they could quarter-mile times in
the low 13-second range. With simple tuning and slicks, they were
dipped into the 11-second range.
COPO is arguably one of the most revered letters for muscle car
fans. COPO 9561, a unique high-performance package, was quite the
bargain at $489.75 and included the L72 427-cid, 425-hp V-8 engine,
unique ducted hood, dual exhaust system, increased cooling
capacity, heavy-duty suspension and the particular 4.10:1 special
Posi-traction unit with a heat-treated ring and pinion. Power front
discs and an optional transmission were mandatory, but the 9561
Camaro was listed for around $130 less than a 396-cid, 375-hp
Camaro SS. The package was engineered explicitly for drag race
competition.
Highlights:
Authentic appearing 1969 COPO Camaro Tribute
Date coded 1969 427 engine
4-speed manual transmission
Period correct F70-14 Firestone Wide Oval tires
Factory AM/FM radio
Factory front disc brakes
Cowl induction hood with correct air cleaner
12-bolt rear end
Aluminum intake manifold
Holley carburetor
This 1969 Camaro is presented as a tribute car in beautiful LeMans
Blue. Subject to a comprehensive restoration, the incredible
attention to detail makes this 1969 Camaro look like it left the
factory as a real 427 COPO car. The clean and mean look of the base
model Camaro is enhanced with a cowl induction hood, rear wing, and
front chin spoiler. Riding on body-colored 14-inch steel wheels
with "dog dish" hubcaps fitted with period correct bias-ply F70-14
Firestone Wide Oval tires complete the factory COPO look. The
jet-black standard interior is also all business, with no console
and Hurst 4-speed shifter. Under dash aftermarket, gauges monitor
the powerful 427 big blocks, just as owners equipped these cars in
period. The one luxury amenity is a factory AM/FM radio.
Under the cowl hood, the engine is a date-coded 1969 427 that looks
authentic. The engine bay is super clean and detailed with
correct-looking aluminum intake, factory chrome valve covers,
hoses, clamps, induction air cleaner, battery, exhaust manifolds,
etc. The big block engine is mated to a 4-speed manual transmission
that sends power back to a correct 12-bolt rear end. Factory front
power disc brakes and power steering help make this 1969 Camaro
COPO 427 Tribute car a pleasure and a thrill to drive. Call
today!
