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1969 Chevrolet Camaro 427 Big Block 4 Speed on 2040-cars

Year:1969 Mileage:65789
Location:

Traverse City, Michigan, United States

Traverse City, Michigan, United States

This ad features a stunning 1969 Chevrolet Camaro, with all the right features; 427 big block V-8, 4 speed transmission, posi- traction rear-end and cowl induction hood all encased in black, it just doesn’t get any more musclecar then this!  This car is extremely clean rust wise, mechanically dependable and strong running and a real show stopper ready to cruise as is. The car has not been heavily modified and essentially stock structurally so it is a great car to further detail to a more factory appearance, or it is a great candidate to further modify into a real street terror.  

 

Mechanically this car needs nothing so if you are not much of a mechanic you are all set, and the paint and body are fantastic. As you read through the write up you will see most everything has either been rebuilt or replaced. This is a great driver and ready to go with plenty of oppurtunity for you to add your own details to make it your own. This car is so striking it collects lots of attention whether it's cruising down the street or parked.

Finish -- Grade A-: Black paint is a recent clear coat base coat paint job. The shine/luster is very good and looks as good in person as it does in the pictures.  It has not been fully detailed, but a show level detail and wax is all this paint really needs.


Body -- Grade A-:  The body is nearly all original with only some light restoration, when new rear quarter panels were installed at one time. Features a factory steel cowl induction hood, and front and rear factory spoilers. The body work was done professionally and it looks great, and lets face it black paint does not lie, and this car looks sharp.  The trunk floor is very clean and all original. The rear wheel wells and floor pans are also clean rust free factory original.  The body panels line up perfect and the car features fresh weather-stripping

 

Trim Code info:

 
ST 69 12437  LOS 115726 BDY
TR 711                       71 71

      09D                    T106

 

69 = 1969 12437 = 12 model code  4 fixed digit   37 Coupe   LOS = Van Nuys CA  15702 = seq. #

TR 711 = Black Standard Buckets 71 = Lemans Blue

09D = Build Date 4th of September     T106 = 20th day of production, 106th unit built


VIN Reads 124379L502549

1 = Chevrolet

2 = Camaro

4 = V-8

37 = Coupe

9 = Model year

 

L = Van Nuys Ca
 
502549 = sequential number

Frame -- Grade A: Is straight and free of any rust or scale, no signs of any metal repair

Bumpers - Grade A-: Front and Rear bumpers are straight and painted body color

Bright work - Grade A: Most of the stainless trim has been painted to body color, black


Glass Grade A: Front windshield is free of chips or cracks and is a new replacement. Side windows are original and free of chips. All weather-stripping and window "fuzzies" have been replaced.

Interior A: Interior is mostly original and looks clean and fresh. The carpet is new. The seat covers, headliner, package tray and door panels have are all very nice factory originals free of rips or tears. and look like new. Dash features "idiot lights" with 2 Sun-Pro temperature and oil pressure gauges and an Auto Meter Super tach. Radio is an Alpine CDE-7853 AM/FM/CD with optional MP3 auxiliary plug in. Front kick panel speakers front speakers and rear speakers installed in the factory position. Radio has great sound quality, professional installation.

Wheels Grade A: Factory Chevrolet 14 X 6 Rally steel rims up front with 14 X 8 rims out back with factory center caps, and trim rings. All wheel trim is clean, free of curb rash and like new.

Tires Grade A: Cooper Cobra Black Wall Radial Tires 225/70R14 up front and 245/70R14 tires in the rear. Excellent tread, like new


Suspension Grade B:  Power steering is smooth and quiet. Front A-arm bushings and frame bushings through out suspension look to be recently replaced by previous owner. Steering components are all fresh and appear recently replaced with new gas shocks. Vehicle tracks straight, with a comfortable ride.

Exhaust Grade A+:  Brand new 3” Dual exhaust with mandrel bent pipes, into chambered mufflers and 3” tailpipes. Brand new stainless steel headers fit great with no leaks.


Rear-end Grade B: Differential contains a posi-traction 3:08 rear-end gear, free of any leaks or noises, cruise at 1400 RPM at 55 MPH.

Ignition Grade A: Stock appearing factory HEI style billet distributor updated with a New Taylor cap and rotor, and spark plug wires with new spark plugs.

Air Conditioning/Heater Grade B+: Non/A/C car, heater core is not hooked up. Control panel levers all move freely, kick panel vents are free and work as designed.


Transmission Grade OK: Borg Warner T-10 with Hurst Competition Shifter. New clutch and clutch plate, which grips hard in normal and heavy acceleration. Easy clutch pedal action so your wife or daughter can drive this car with no issue in heavy traffic!

Brakes Grade A: Power disc front brakes, new front brake lines, rotors, calipers and pads. Rear brakes have all been serviced with new shoes and brake hardware. Brakes perform to factory specifications with no pull. I have been driving the car daily without issue, I would put my oldest daughter behind the wheel, without fear of the dependability, but maybe not my youngest daughter…..she has a heavy foot, but that is another story.

Engine Grade A: Engine is clean with a recent overhaul by Heighes Performance here in Traverse City. 427 big Block is period correct and estimated to produce 500 Horsepower with a roller camshaft and roller rockers. It features a brand new polished Edelbrock Performer RPM Air Gap intake with a brand new Holley 750 Double Pumper and the jetting has been recalibrated to match the engine and exhaust modifications. Installation is clean and professional with a clean performance appearance. Engine is equipped with brand new Chevrolet Performance valve covers and open air element air cleaner. The motor has a nice performance idle, but smooths out off idle and has excellent street manners, but pulls hard under acceleration, no black smoke, and carburetor responds better then fuel injection. Plenty of power on hand for a little stop light racing. Engine features a new alternator, battery, radiator hoses, belts and fresh tune-up with cap, rotor, wires, and plugs. Car also features a 4 core factory style radiator with 4 bladed fan. Oil pressure holds a steady 60 lbs of pressure when warm, and engine stays consistent at 170-180 degrees even in stop and go traffic on summer days. Very dependable driver that makes great power but mild street manners for daily driving, my wife has driven the car and loves everything but the attention the car draws when she drives it!

Summary:

This car is a great looking car that just really needs nothing more then a little detailing, perfect car to tinker with and polish on and  maybe add the little touches to make it yours. It is a very nice car to drive with smooth acceleration and cruises great on the highway with 1400RPM at 55MPH and an estimated top speed of 145MPH. The idle through the chambered mufflers makes it a hit at the cruise in or at the stop light and it pulls a heck of a hole shot. The suspension and brakes work as designed and the driving experience of the car is comfortable for local cruising or for a long drive. (I have driven the car over 4 hours one way, and daily on a 45 minute commute) Operation is very reliable and without issue and the engine pulls hard off idle up to 6000 rpm. It is a lot of fun to run through the gears. The car as is would make a great reliable, daily driver that would be a blast to drive everyday to work on nice days. You could fly into Traverse City, pick up and drive this car anywhere home without issue. It is really a fun car to drive with its throaty exhaust and excellent power range.

This really car needs nothing replaced and is road ready for cruising. Mechanically it has been totally gone through and all maintenance items (battery, alternator, brakes, fluids, radiator, etc) have been checked out, are new or replaced! You can drive this car literally anywhere without issue. So if doing a full restoration or building a bad news street terror is outside your skills level but your looking a for a great musclecar this the car for you. When you consider the full restoration numbers matching cars run $45K plus and most of the cars below $15K,….well let’s just say are still in need of a lots of work. This car is very well priced and a steal at $33,000.


Questions.....call me at 231-350-3491 ask for Reggie or Larry at 231-620-2431.

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