1992 Chevrolet Camaro Rs Heritage Edition Convertible 2-door 5.0l W/ Automatic on 2040-cars

VIN: 1G1FP33E5NL138386 Year: 1992
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Camaro
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Trim: RS Heritage Edition Convertible 2-Door
Options: CD Player, Convertible
Drive Type: RWD
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag
Mileage: 234,261
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows
Exterior Color: Green
Interior Color: Gray
Number of Cylinders: 8

Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

 

What You're Getting

Up for you bidding pleasure, I have a 1992 Chevrolet Camaro RS convertible.  This beauty was specially ordered from the factory with gray leather interior, power mirrors, a 5.0L V-8, an automatic transmission with overdrive, 16" aluminum wheels with wheel locks, air conditioning, power windows, power door locks, cruise control, a black convertible top, and "Pollo II Green Metallic" paint.  This car has been my baby for about 9 years, and I'm sad to see her go, but a number of factors are forcing my hand.  I bought this vehicle in 2004, and according to the dealer, am the second owner.  Incredibly, much of the original paperwork that came with the car including the original owner's manual, the original window sticker, the factory order sheet, delivery inspection certificate, and other bits of paperwork were included when I purchased the vehicle.  I even have the cassette tape that was originally included from Chevrolet that goes over "New Vehicle Features" on side 1, and "Radio Controls" on side 2!  She has over 234,000 miles on the original engine, which I'll admit, is a lot.  But honestly, the car runs so well that it's always been a source of pride to be able to tell someone the mileage.  The oil is changed regularly and she uses some, but no too much.  The body is in good shape with a few small dings.  She's been parked under cover (either under a carport for the first 3 years I had her, or in a garage since then) nearly every night I've owned her.  According to the previous owner (who I spoke to after I bought the car) she was in a minor fender-bender, causing minor damage to one of the quarter panels.  I've driven this vehicle up and down most of west coast, from Seattle WA, to Los Angles CA, and all the way out to the heart of Texas and to be completely honest, I'd feel comfortable jumping in and doing it again tomorrow.

 

Stuff I've Done

When I first bought the car, it still had the original AM/FM stereo with a cassette player.  I didn't even own a cassette, so I had a new (at that time) Pioneer CD player installed, with a 12-disc CD changer in the trunk.  HOWEVER, I still have the original Delco radio that came with the car and it will be included!  I also had a Viper car alarm with remote start installed around the same time (more on that below).  In the last year I've replaced the seat coverings with a gray vinyl material that looks like leather, but will last longer.  The top was replaced in 2011.  The original cloth top was showing its age, and the plastic rear window was pretty badly clouded over, so I had the top replaced with a vinyl top that, again, should last much longer.  I also replaced the heater core in 2011 and had a mechanic replace the radiator in 2011.  I've got a file stuffed with nearly every receipt for anything I've had done to the car, from oil changes to major repairs.

 

VIN Breakdown

1 = USA Built
G = General Moters
1 = Make (Chevrolet)
FP = Carline Series (Camaro)
3 = Body Style (Two-Door Convertible)
3 = Restraint Code (Active/Manual Belts W/ Driver Inflatable Restraint System)
E = Engine Type (LO3 5.0L V8)
5 = Check Digit (will vary)
N = Model Year (1992)
L = Plant (Van Nuys)
138386 = Production Sequence Number

What Needs Attention

I've done my best to care of her, but she's not perfect.  The clear coat is failing on nose of the car, as well as on the outside mirrors.  The rest of the car has the scratches and nicks expected on a 20 year old paintjob.  The cruise control has never worked since I bought it, although the dealer swore it worked when he brought it onto his lot.  The air conditioner doesn't blow cold air anymore.  I had it recharged several years ago, but it didn't last.  I suspect there's a leak in the A/C somewhere, but living on the coast, haven't needed it, so haven't really worried about it.  The aluminum wheels have some scrape marks from getting to close to curbs.  The car came with a factory alarm that didn't work anymore when I purchased it, so I put in a fancy after-market Viper alarm with remote start.  Unfortunately, the alarm didn't take kindly to the coastal air after I moved away from the hot, dry Central California valley.  Neither the alarm or the remote start work anymore.  The carpet is original, and thus somewhat faded, but since it's gray anyway, it's not particularly noticeable.  The front tires are getting close to needing replacement, but the back tires still have plenty of tread.  The in-dash CD player has recently developed a habit of not ejecting CD's when the eject button is pushed, but with a 12-disc CD changer in the trunk, that hasn't been much of a problem.  And finally, the top leaks.  When I had the top replaced, the guy who installed it tore a piece of the weather-stripping where the top seals against the rear deck area behind the passenger-side door.  It was a minor tear at first, but putting the top up and down has made it worse. Although I park the car in the garage whenever I'm home, I can't avoid all of the rain showers, and when she's left outside, the floor behind the front passenger seat gets wet along with the floor of the trunk. 

Final Conclusions

All in all, you'll be getting a great car. Although I've never entered her in a show, the previous owner did, and he apparently won several awards.  With a new coat of paint, and a few other details, I'm sure she could be an award winner again.  On more than one occasion I've left the car in a parking lot, only to come back and find someone's business card stuck under the windshield wiper with a note saying "If you ever wanna sell, call me!" but since I never really thought I'd sell this car, I never kept any of them.  Even now, she still turns heads!  The third generation Camaro body is beautiful and distinct and the convertible top makes this one something extra special and extra rare.  Add to that the 25th Anniversary package, and you've got a real collectable.  And believe me, there's nothing like driving down the coast, along a twisting mountain road, or cruising those long, straight stretches of California's Interstate 5 with the top down, the sun on your face, and the wind in your hair!  Don't let this beauty slip away!  :-)