Vehicle Description
1967 Camaro SS Custom Build
A complete build that began with a very solid original 67 Camaro,
this car features a new LS3 525HP engine and Tremec 6 speed
Drivetrain. Transfer of that power to the street is handled by a
fully custom and industry leading Detroit Speed front and rear
suspension. Wilwood Brakes bring it all to a stop. Custom touches
continue throughout the entire car with a tasteful and clean
approach. Work was performed by highly regarded and award winning
Epic Auto Restorations, and the accolades continue with the
Camaro's multiple awards received in the very short time since the
car's completion in Fall 2016.
Exterior Condition
The Camaro's finish is expertly applied in Sikkens Autowave
Metallic Silver. Panel gaps and alignment are impeccable with
discreet, but very effective custom touches, some are easily
noticed like the relocation of turn signals to the custom front
valance. Others become apparent each time the car is viewed. The
restoration utilized the original 67 Camaro SS sheetmetal from the
floor pan to the rear body panels and including the doors. Front
end sheet metal was replaced with genuine GM OEM fenders and hood.
Billet Specialties Mag wheels 18x8 front and 18x10 rear provide a
period feel with modern quality and stance. The Cowl Hood and
factory style nose stripe continue the understated style that draws
one to the Camaro's detailed touches. There are virtually no faults
in the car's exterior presentation, as its awards reflect.
Engine Bay Condition
Under the hood, the 525HP LS3 occupies a clean and simplified space
that features the LS3 and custom touches, including a smoothed
firewall that integrates Fesler hood hinges at the rear. The Billet
grille and Fesler HID headlights frame the front of the engine bay
and between them is very clean design and well executed
craftsmanship. Completing the engine bay is VintageAir IV with
Front Runner Accessory Drive, and an American Auto Wire wiring
harness. Engine cooling is by DeWitt aluminum radiator with dual
Spal electric fans. The LS3 is mated to a Tremec T56 Six Speed
manual Transmission and is completed by Hooker ceramic coated
headers flowing into a custom Magnaflow 3" tuned exhaust that ends
in custom tips underneath the car.
Interior Condition
The detailed theme continues inside the SS with a tastefully
modified original style interior. TMI vinyl sport seat foam and
covers were incorporated on the front bucket seats for a more
comfortable, sporty and modern feel with improved support, while
retaining the original pattern and style. Custom red with black
trim, matching carpet, Camaro Sport steering wheel and shifter all
combine to create a clean look with well thought out details. The
Camaro's original dashboard was retained, with Dakota Digital VHX
gauges including OBD II interface; and since the car came
originally equipped with air conditioning, the factory dash outlets
are functional for the VintageAir system. Interior overall is
excellent plus. Odometer reading since completion is
approximately100 miles.
Chassis and Undercarriage Condition
Handling and road characteristics are provided by leading
performance and design suspension tuners at Detroit Speed Inc. The
rear suspension is Detroit Speed's QuadraLink setup, featuring a 4
link rear design using JRI dual adjustable coil over shocks. The
bodywork integrates a Detroit Speed Mini Tub to the rear inner
fenders to accommodate the larger wheels and tires. Workmanship is
better than factory and undetectable. Front suspension is also from
Detroit Speed Inc, utilizing their most advanced Speed Kit #3 setup
featuring tubular A-arms, quick ratio steering box, larger sway bar
and BMR subframe connectors, with JRI coil over shocks. Also
included in the no shortcut suspension design are the Detroit Speed
Inc solid body mounts, brake booster and master cylinder. Finishing
the chassis off is the GM 12 bolt Moser 4:10 differential. In
accordance with all details in this build, each component
underneath is as well designed, sourced and executed as those
elsewhere on the car. Suitable for show, track, autocross or
street, this car incorporates the best platform from the best
designers with excellent workmanship.
Collectability
A very desirable collector and show car, this Camaro is an actual
original "SS" model with clear title history, undisturbed original
VIN tag and hidden VIN stamping present. The car retains its
factory quarter panels, floors, trunk lid, and doors. The hood,
front fenders, and inner fenders are genuine new NOS GM.
Presentation and build execution are accomplished with the highest
attention to detail, whether visible or hidden. The build was
performed to the highest standard by a restorer that is noted for
award winning workmanship, including Yenko Camaro 739 and also the
highest concours judged restored vintage Porsche. Pedigree is well
ensured in this car and its workmanship carries through tastefully,
thoroughly and yet not overdone. Fit and finish is excellent and is
supported by the car's presence as a display car at the 2016 SEMA
show, where it received the GoodGuys Gold award nomination, and
again with its award as the Best Modified Chevy, along with the
Gold Award at the 2016 Muscle Car and Corvette National Show, where
it scored 995 of a possible 1000 points in judging. In March 2017,
the Camaro has been selected as a Goodguys Muscle Machine of the
Year Finalist!