1967, 1968 or 1969 Camaro SS survivor
 

Seeing a photo of Grumpy Jenkins’ 1967 Camaro in another thread today stirred up something... the look of that simple no-nonsense ‘67 Camaro SS really means business. Oh to find a solid original 1967 Camaro SS survivor and drop a 427 into it! I had a nice Tahoe Turquoise ‘67 SS/RS with gorgeous patina, but it was too original (with original 350, AC, etc) to take it apart and stuff a 427 into. I posted a Grumpy Jenkins clone on this site many years ago... shoulda jumped on that myself.

I’ve often drooled over this photo of Joel Rosen taking this ‘68 Camaro out for a test drive and lifting the front wheels... amongst traffic! I had a chance to snatch up a look-alike 1968 Camaro SS 396 survivor several years ago, but I zigged when I should have zagged. :-[

I’ve often stared at photos of Joe Oldham (RIP) and his ‘69 Phase III Camaro before it was stolen. That car looks absolutely killer in triple black with a stinger hood, Keystone Klassics and knowing that a 427 lurks beneath the hood.

Just thought I’d throw it out there that I’d like to find a 1967, 1968 or 1969 Camaro SS with original paint (I don’t like rust but I do like patina). Something that needs a drivetrain (or already has a 427?) that I could turn some wrenches on.

No rush... always looking for the right car that speaks to me.

Great photos, good luck with the search!
Anthony

This was the ‘68 SS that got away...

1967 Camaro SS 396
 

1967 Camaro SS-396 with a transplanted 427 and TH350
Original motor and transmission location not known. Original 12 bolt in place.
Solid Texas car with original sheet metal with exception of added cowl hood. Very nice original black interior.
Has been repainted.
Car is in central Texas
$38,500 OBO

Nice straight Camaro gearheadmex and just the drivetrain too!

Thanks for your post, but I'm set on finding a Camaro that still wears its original factory paint, stripes, etc. Something more like this Camaro SS...

I have a '69 Z survivor. Scored a high Legend at MCACN a couple of years ago.
Rallye Green, white stripes, flat hood. Great car.

Ooops! Sorry, I just noticed you want an SS.

Nice pic of Steve, Vintage Certification Commander in Chief Extraordinaire, manning the lift!! :biggthumpup:

Very nice survivor Z!!

Thank you! I had to get Steve in there somehow ;)

Lol Jim!

BTW Jim that is a fantastic car! Looks like Mopar guru Frank Badalson was converted to a Chevrolet lover. His smile says it all....

Are you still looking for tires?

Hey, that's my blue Vette parked next to it! :grin:

That certainly is your beauty, and it's a Certified Legend!!!

Looks like a great car! What interior does it have?

Thanks Steve! Yes, those are our "blackmail" pics on Frank - Lol.
I think I only need one tire....maybe 2.

I have attached the cowl tag and POP for those asking.
Otherwise - I have completely hijacked this thread!! Apologies to the OP.

Jim, no need to apologize.

Thank you for offering up you incredible Z28 survivor. It’s far too nice for what I’m looking for. I basically want a car with good bones (original weathered paint) that I can build with day two and performance parts. I may even add lettering to the car, so your Z is far too nice for that. Good luck finding the right new owner (or tires), if that’s what you plan.

I came across this clean SoCal Butternut Yellow ‘67 rs survivor available for $24.5k. It’s a little too nice, given that I was going to hot rod it.

Anyone know where a guy could get a Dana style hood? Hmmm...

https://slo.craigslist.org/cto/d/ata...239592020.html

I have this restored 68 with it's original L78. It already has some Day 2 liberties and a very healthy cam! POP and original dealer order form

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2aLUM9j0qac

That’s a gorgeous’68 L78 Camaro Tim. I appreciate you offering it, but I’m expecting it’s over my budget. I’m looking for a car that is somewhat original but weathered in appearance, and rough around the edges. What color is your car? Love that color!

It's Grotto Blue. I'll PM you

Tim

love the color..nice car!

Love that 68 Tim!

Grotto Blue, eh! Gorgeous car Tim.

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