1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 Restomod

Description

We're convinced that the 1969 Camaro is the world's favorite muscle car. Machines like this 1969 Z/28 tribute with a full mechanical makeover remain popular year after year, and when they're this well built, we know they just won't last long. And this one gets everything right, from a built stroker motor to a competent suspension to the fantastic Z/28 look, there's just no reason not to take it home.

The bright red paint is just about as good as it gets. There are thousands of hours tied up in the build and it shows in every single aspect of the car. It keeps everything that makes the '69 Camaro the best-looking F-body ever built and builds on it by adding just the right amount of modern tech. Some of that modern tech comes in the form of two-stage urethane paint, which gives this incredible car a depth and shine that few others can match. The black Z/28 stripes are painted on, not decals, and the final wet sand and buff that it received ensures that it's practically seamless. There are a few very, very minor signs of use but this high-impact car needs no excuses. The chrome and trim is either new or freshly restored, the Z/28 badges are correct, and the satin black grille looks like it means business. Add in a subtle window tint and the slick stance and you get a car that's everything that's awesome about the Z/28 and then some.

The black interior is like the exterior, offering factory goodness where it matters and smart upgrades where they count. The biggest change are those supportive race-grade seats, and after you see the hardware underneath this Camaro, you'll understand why they're necessary. That cool flat-bottom steering wheel is a highlight for the driver to enjoy and the original gauges are replaced by Auto Meter Pro-Comp dials that monitor all the critical functions. The original center console doesn't quite look stock, particularly with the billet aluminum shifter for the 5-speed sticking out, but it works with the overall theme of the car. Fresh carpets and door panels were installed at the same time, while the rear bench is in excellent shape. This is a factory air-conditioned car and it includes an AM/FM/CD player stashed out of sight so the dash is clean and uncluttered. The trunk, like the rest of the interior, is lined with Dynamat to control noise and heat and it's just a repro mat away from being the perfect resto-mod.

The engine is a 383 cubic inch stroker motor with aluminum heads, a big 4-barrel carb, and big block levels of performance. Clearly someone knew what they were doing when this engine bay went together, because it's all polished aluminum, billet support pieces, and braided stainless hoses, all looking very professional indeed. It cackles and snarls like a proper Z/28 thanks to long-tube headers from Doug's and a pair of Flowmasters out back. 383s are famous for their willingness to rev and bottomless torque reserves, and this one definitely doesn't disappoint, particularly when linked to the slick-shifting 5-speed gearbox. Out back, the 12-bolt is built for combat and the suspension is upgraded with adjustable QA1 coil-over shocks, 4-wheel disc brakes, and those gorgeous 18-inch wheels wearing 245/40/18 front and 275/40/18 rear Nitto rubber.

This is resto-mod done right, where there's plenty of horsepower but other smart upgrades to support it. A great-looking Camaro that runs like a modern car, what could be better? Call today!