Value estimate sought on a 1970 SS 396/375 Camaro

[Mr70]

Yes,ZQ-9 is the performance axle..I.E. 4:10 ratio.

[canadian_ssl78]

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I own one of the 600 1970 L-78 Camaros built. They are probably one of the most under rated, under valued Camaro musclecars. There are FEW restored cars to look to as examples. Most of the 70 L-78's seem to have missing or NOM engines. Many of the "restored" L-78's are painted incorretly, as well as incorrect Z-28 stripes and Z-28 wheels, etc etc.....
I'm trying to say are almost no survivors, and few accurately restored originals, and the turnover has been so minimal, that comparible market prices really dont exist.
I'm sure there will be many other knowledgeable responses, so I'll await those with anticipation........

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I'm with you Chuck

[70-SS/RS-L78]

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[Seattle Sam]

As already mentioned, only 600 L78s were installed in 1970 Camaros. The engine option was not included in the sales materials, so you had to know what you wanted to order it.

The first generation Camaro's were not designed with the big block in mind, and installing one makes for a very nose-heavy car (unless you have a ZL-1!) However, the big block was certainly planned for the second gen Camaro and it handles much better.

So what you have with the '70 L78 is a one-year phenomenon - a solid lifter, high compression big block installed in a car that was designed to handle it. And only 600 were built and sold.

Hard to evaluate your find without seeing it, there are some very hard to find parts such as the famous dual snorkel air cleaner, smog pieces, and the like, and one-year-only interior parts like the steering wheel.

I think most would agree that orange is a good color and would be a price plus in my opinion.

I don't know what you think makes an 8 out of 10, but if it's complete with the correct parts, it's straight and rust-free, and it has the Canadian docs to prove it's an L78 car, I would think it would be worth US$70-75K plus in the correct paint with the original motor; perhaps US$60K without.

JMHO,
-Sam

[70-SS/RS-L78]

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I own one of the 600 1970 L-78 Camaros built. They are probably one of the most under rated, under valued Camaro musclecars. There are FEW restored cars to look to as examples. Most of the 70 L-78's seem to have missing or NOM engines. Many of the "restored" L-78's are painted incorretly, as well as incorrect Z-28 stripes and Z-28 wheels, etc etc.....
I'm trying to say are almost no survivors, and few accurately restored originals, and the turnover has been so minimal, that comparible market prices really dont exist.
I'm sure there will be many other knowledgeable responses, so I'll await those with anticipation........

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I also agree with Chuck, We have NO Idea what they are worth. What ever someone is willing to pay.
I have noticed that they are starting to come out of hiding lately, Probably due to the 70-73 Z/28’s
recent rise in value and demand. Also the 3:55 Positraction was the standard L78 rear with the 4:10
being optional. Does the car have a CKO block? Please post some pictures..
BTW, I would steer clear of that VOLO car and plenum air cleaner.

[mister_copo]

Thanks for the info guys. I will check it out further and may report back once I have something more conclusive. Sounds like a good car to have from whats been said above.

Thanks again.

[jeff-san]

I would only caution you about being offered the car after it's done. Hand shakes and promises dont seem to count for anything anymore, especially as quick as the values are changing. if the car turns out the way you want it...who's to say the seller wont change his mind or want more money? If you know in your heart you want it, pull the trigger.