So...my wife wants a 69 Camaro... - F-Body Road Racing and Autocross Forums

We went to a car show at Cabela's this weekend and my wife fell in love with a 69 Camaro with Autometer gauges and a houndstooth interior. It had black valve covers and very "non flashy" engine bits. She really liked the car and decided that it might be a cool car to have. Sadly, prices are fairly insane. I know that Dynacorn makes a reproduction body, but I'm not sure that's the right answer. Oddly, her father has a friend who has been storing one in a climate controlled garage for about 15 years for "someday". Apparently he's been playing with bikes and such and dad thinks he might possibly sell the car (no clue on price or anything).

I don't know that anything will come from it and I'm not actually sure I can afford to put one together. But I figured I'd ask for general information about such a project (who has parts, etc). I'd likely do more of a restomod/pro touring setup if I were to do it. I guess I have a complete C4 suspension in my garage (attached to a C4). I have a nice small block and the EFI kit that I could move over (though LSx power might be a cheaper way to go).

I've always wanted one, but I suspect it will turn into a never ending project (buying one that's "done" is too crazy expensive) and a huge pile of cash that should have gone into a house with a larger garage....but I thought I'd start a conversation to see what I might learn.

trackbird View Member Profile	Sep 7 2015, 11:06 PM Post #1
FRRAX Owner/Admin Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196	We went to a car show at Cabela's this weekend and my wife fell in love with a 69 Camaro with Autometer gauges and a houndstooth interior. It had black valve covers and very "non flashy" engine bits. She really liked the car and decided that it might be a cool car to have. Sadly, prices are fairly insane. I know that Dynacorn makes a reproduction body, but I'm not sure that's the right answer. Oddly, her father has a friend who has been storing one in a climate controlled garage for about 15 years for "someday". Apparently he's been playing with bikes and such and dad thinks he might possibly sell the car (no clue on price or anything). I don't know that anything will come from it and I'm not actually sure I can afford to put one together. But I figured I'd ask for general information about such a project (who has parts, etc). I'd likely do more of a restomod/pro touring setup if I were to do it. I guess I have a complete C4 suspension in my garage (attached to a C4). I have a nice small block and the EFI kit that I could move over (though LSx power might be a cheaper way to go). I've always wanted one, but I suspect it will turn into a never ending project (buying one that's "done" is too crazy expensive) and a huge pile of cash that should have gone into a house with a larger garage....but I thought I'd start a conversation to see what I might learn.

BumpaD_Z28 View Member Profile	Sep 11 2015, 05:27 AM Post #2
Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 592 Joined: 16-October 06 From: Logan, UT Member No.: 1,416	I don't know you personaly, but I have seen a Teal 3rd gen project and a C4 project on this board never reach their "full potential" That said this took 7 years: (first couple were paying off the initial purchase, and gathering parts) (IMG:http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss235/BumpaD_Z28/Camaro%20RS/SAM_2555.jpg) This was purchased 06/2013, and finally a roller again as of last weekend : (drove it until 11/2013) (IMG:http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss235/BumpaD_Z28/1978%20Z28/IMG_1845.jpg) (IMG:http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss235/BumpaD_Z28/1978%20Z28/leescarshow.jpg) The only way I can even begin to afford this "hobby" is to do 98% of the work myself, which takes more time and dedication than I'd like to admit (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) So yes a 30-40k outlay for a "finished" car is A LOT ... BUT the enjoyment of changing small things (interior, gauges, wheels / tires, stereo. etc.) while enjoying the car, might save you many sleepless nights (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) ~DaVe