Vehicle Description
There are cars that win at local shows and there are cars that win
at internationally recognized Concours d'Elegnace events. When you
know the difference, you will appreciate this 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
Indy Pace Car. It is one of the rare true pace cars editions, and
it has been subject to such a meticulous and correct restoration,
the only piece that might not be from 1967 stock is the
battery.
Take some time to decode this Camaro. It is a true SS and RS
package car with the correct 0-1 special paint code that is part of
the Indy 500 Pace Car convertible package. Now that you know you're
looking at one of the rarest first-generation Camaros from the
factory (yes, less than 100 examples,) you can now begin to
appreciate why so much time and money was invested in this
convertible. It has the correct decals on the doors, the proper D91
Bumblebee stripe is in its exclusive blue, and the matching blue
pinstripe that highlight the Coke bottle silhouette of these
classics. While you're looking at all these special elements, don't
overlook that this car also has its fundamentals correct. The
bumpers and trim shine like mirrors, the folding roof is pristine,
and the white paint is worthy of recognition all on its own. As a
true Rally Sport it has the electronic headlight doors, and as a
true Super Sport, it has all the correct badging and vented hood.
The superior presentation is the total product of a restoration
that was so meticulous that most major components were either
reconditioned original parts or borrowed from another '67 Camaro -
even the bolts are '67 specific! Between its rarity and amazing
execution, it's no wonder this is an award winner, including at the
Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance.
Inside the same level of care has been taken to make this the best
Indy Pace Car you can buy today. It starts with the correct
code-732 bright blue vinyl interior. Strato-Buckets, center
console, and a three-spoke sports steering wheel - this was already
a luxurious Camaro even without the pace car prestige. Everything
has been restored so that every inch of this interior makes you
feel like you were the first to drive it off the Norwood assembly
line in April 1967. This drop top is properly equipped with the
triple auxiliary readouts, AM radio, and heat/defrost all in the
center stack, and everything is working perfectly. All you have to
do for the perfect day out is keep your eyes on the dual pod
speedo/tach duo and watch the open road ahead.
With a car so well presented thus far, you will be happy to know
this is the original, numbers-matching motor under the hood. The
350 cubic-inch V8 is just as authentically presented as the rest of
this exceptional classic, and its low mileage has it averaging less
than 1,200 miles annually. Really take a look at the level of
meticulous work here that includes the shining Chevrolet valve
covers, Rochester quadrajet carburetor, Delco brake booster, and
much more that makes this a 1967 time machine. Still, this is built
to be an authentic driver, so the belts and hoses are correct but
new. It's optioned with the two-speed Powerglide automatic
transmission, power steering, and power brakes - the perfect
vehicle to comfortably lead the Indy 500 parade route in '67 and
still great to lead any procession today.
You're going to love going through the huge documents file on this
one, which includes original manuals, restoration details (it took
decades!), and the long list of awards it has already won. The 1967
Chevrolet Camaro Indianapolis 500 Pace Car edition is already a
rare convertible, and we don't think you'll ever find a better
standout in this elite crowd. If you're a true collector, call
today.
