Vehicle Description
The Z/28 performance package was quietly introduced for the 1967
model year so that Chevrolet's new Camaro could head straight to
the track and face off with the Mustangs and Barracudas in the SCCA
Trans Am series. The Trans Am series had a class for 2.0L to 5.0L
V-8 four seat production cars, but this limited the maximum cubic
inch engine allowable at 305ci. While the new for 69' 350CI small
block V-8 was all the rage, it wouldn't qualify to go racing with.
Chevrolet performance wizard Vince Piggins went back to the drawing
board and devised a plan to make a high performance, high revving,
small displacement V8 using parts that were already on hand at
Chevrolet Motor Division. The 327CI engine block was chosen for its
4.0-inch bore, and in went a 283CI crankshaft with its 3.0-inch
stroke. This produced an engine with a final displacement of 302
cubic inches that would happily rev to 7,000rpm thanks to a solid
lifter camshaft borrowed from the fuelie Corvette and HD valve
springs to keep the valves from floating. This mighty mouse engine
was bolted to a M21 Muncie close ratio four speed, backed up with a
3.73:1 posi rear axle, heavy duty cooling system, quick ratio
steering, heavy duty shocks and springs, and wide (for its day)
7.35x15 tires. This combination of off the shelf components turned
the Camaro into a track day warrior, and with the help of Roger
Penske and driver Mark Donahue, the Camaro went on to clinch the
Trans Am series championship for Chevrolet in 1969. The rare code
52 Garnet Red over red vinyl Z/28 pictured here for sale is a
beautiful example of the breed. This Van Nuys, California built
Z/28 has a date code correct DZ 302 V-8 under hood, with correct
solid lifter camshaft, 850cfm 4-bbl Holley carburetor on an
aluminum intake manifold(casting#3932472), 4-speed Muncie gearbox
(casting #3925660), OEM dual chambered exhaust, and correct 3.73
12-bolt Posi rear axle(casting#BU0613G1).The exterior paint is in
excellent condition as is the very original interior. This Camaro
Z/28 is a joy to drive and loves to rev. It pulls hard to redline
with the factory dual exhaust blaring the sound of American muscle
out the back. This meticulously restored Camaro Z/28 needs nothing
but a new garage to call home. Contact Brian at 352-307-1968 and
take this legendary automobile home today! Financing and
transportation services are available. FEES & TAX INFORMATION - We
are a licensed dealer in the State of Florida and adhere to all
state and federal laws and regulations concerning the sale of a
used vehicle. All applicable taxes and fees will be charged
accordingly as required by the State of Florida. A fee of $495.00
will be charged to process the vehicle. Classic Car Quality
Disclaimer: We do our best to inspect, drive our vehicles, and note
any imperfections in the advertisement and pre-sale. However, due
to the nature of classic automobiles we cannot guarantee that every
function, electrical or mechanical etc., will work as it should.
These components will need upkeep and attention. In addition, often
these vehicles can sit for periods of time and once you begin to
drive them issues can arise without warning. Please make sure you
are comfortable with this before buying a vintage automobile. We
did NOT build or restore the vehicle. Vehicles are sold AS-IS, with
all faults known/unknown and with no implied warranty. Pre-Purchase
inspections are welcome, we describe these vehicles to the best of
our knowledge.
