Vehicle Description
This 1973 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 is a gorgeous, real deal Z/28 that
is absolutely loaded with options and ready to be your next summer
cruiser! In the mid-1960s, Chevrolet found itself lacking a major
product category-a Pony Car. See, at the time, Chevrolet had the
Chevy II/Nova and the Corvair, but these cars were economy cars not
seen as "cool" to the younger generation. Moreover, neither car was
a true competitor to Ford's wildly successful Mustang with its long
hood and short deck that gave it a sporty and stylish look, all
while remaining affordable (and attractive) to young buyers.
However, that all changed in 1967 when Chevrolet debuted its own
version of a Pony Car, the Camaro. The first iterations of the
Chevrolet Camaro had all of the hallmarks of a Pony Car: long hood,
short deck, stylish looks, sporty feel, and an affordable price
tag, all while coming with performance-oriented options like big V8
motors, 4 speed transmissions, and beefier suspensions. While the
Camaro was a huge sales success for Chevrolet in 1967 and 1968,
Chevy found Camaro sales slowing by 1969 so much so that the GM
marque did not even introduce a 1970 Camaro with the rest of its
1970 models in the fall of 1969. Ultimately, the 1970 Camaro made
its debut on February 26, 1970 with a brand new look! The 2nd
generation Camaro sported a fastback-style rear roofline and an
iconic snout-style egg crate grille, and it only came in a "Sports
Coupe" hardtop body. On September 21, 1972, Chevrolet debuted the
1973 Camaro models now with a greater focus on luxury rather than
outright performance. The Super Sport (SS) performance package was
replaced with a higher trim Luxury Touring LT package with only the
Z/28 performance package remaining for folks seeking higher
performance options. The '73 Camaro Z/28 came with a higher output
350 V8 with a single 4 barrel carburetor and dual exhaust, as well
as a sport suspension, positraction rear axle, and power brakes,
all as standard equipment. Additionally, the 1973 Z/28 got its own
unique look including blacked-out grilles, special Z/28 wheels with
raised letter tires, sport mirrors, 4-spoke sport steering wheels,
and special Z/28 badging throughout. The '73 Camaro was also much
more luxurious inside than the first generation Camaros with
plusher high back bucket seats and more intricate door panel
designs. Chevrolet's emphasis on luxury was also evident in 1973
since it marked the first time that the Z/28 package was available
with air conditioning. In total, 89,988 Camaros were produced in
1973 but a mere 11,574 were equipped with the Z/28 package which
makes this particular Z/28 Camaro quite a rare car. Under the hood
on this Z/28 Camaro is a 350 cubic inch V8 engine fed by a single 4
barrel carburetor that together were said to have produced 245
horsepower when new. The 350 V8 is backed by a 4 speed manual
transmission paired with a Hurst shifter that make this 2nd
generation Camaro an absolute blast to drive! Exhaust exits this
Z/28's V8 power plant via a dual exhaust setup that generates a
terrific throaty sound out of the tailpipes. This '73 Camaro comes
loaded with options! With power front disc brakes, bringing this
Z/28 Camaro to a complete stop is a breeze and the overall driving
experience is much improved. Power steering is another wonderful
option on this Chevy Camaro since it makes squeezing into a tight
parking space so much easier. Further aiding with parking efforts
are dual outside color-matched sport mirrors. You'll be sure to
keep the rubber to the pavement when driving this Z/28 since it
comes equipped with a positraction rear differential. Front and
rear spoilers not only assist with aerodynamics and performance,
but also elevate the exterior appearance of this beautiful
Chevrolet. Riding on a set of raised letter radial tires mounted on
the special Z/28 wheels, this 1973 Z/28 Camaro has a fantastic look
and even better ride. The chrome brightwork and trim around the
exterior of this Camaro looks great as well. The body has been
refinished in beautiful Medium Red paint that is accented with
black Z/28 stripes, completing the exterior look of this wonderful
'73 Camaro Z/28. The interior of this 1973 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 is
absolutely stunning! The front bucket seats and rear bench seat
sport new black upholstery that looks fantastic. The black
carpeting, matching door panels, center console, and 4-spoke Sport
steering wheel are all in fantastic like-new condition and retain a
wonderful stock appearance. This 1973 Camaro Z/28 has also been
upgraded with Air Conditioning by Vintage Air so that you can stay
cool while cruising even on the hottest summer days. The instrument
cluster comes packed with gauges including a 130 MPH speedometer,
7,000 RPM tachometer, temperature gauge, amp gauge. and fuel gauge
along with a clock. The dash is finished off with various controls
and indicator lights, as well as a locking glovebox, cigarette
lighter, and retro-style AM/FM entertainment system. Whether you're
buying your very first classic car or you're adding to your
existing collection of Chevys, this 1973 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28
would make an excellent choice. Give Ellingson's a call today at
763-428-7337!
*350 Cu. In. V8
*Single 4 Barrel Carburetor
*4 Speed Manual Transmission
*Power Front Disc Brakes
*Power Steering
*Air Conditioning by Vintage Air
*Real Deal Z/28
*Medium Red Body w/ Black Z/28 Stripes
*Black Bucket Seats w/ Center Console
*Positraction Rear Differential
*Stock Instrumentation
*Odometer Reads: 62,474 Miles
