Well this is my first post in here. I have recently purchased a 67 camaro. I have always owned a muscle car, my first was a 68 Mustang Fastback (I know Ford). I sold it in 2000 and ever since then i have regreted it. So when i was back in the market i was shocked to find out how much muscle cars have gone up in the past couple of years. So i had to make a desision, bite the bullot and spend the money or wait another 30+ years for the baby boomers to die off so thier will be a surplus of muscle cars again. So I bought a bone stock, never been touched 67 camaro. It's a streight six with a powerslide. I has 66000 original miles on it and it appears to been off the road since the early 80s. I wanted a six cyclinder car because i plan to make this car a retro ride and i would feel guilty customizing RS, SS, Z ect. Here are some pics. I paid $3300, which seemed steep to me but compared to some of the prices out their it wasn't bad. The car seemed to be sitting for awhile with out a windshield because the floors and trunk pan are rotted. However the quarters are solid and along with the rear suspension mounting points which i am told are the real bitch. Thier is a nice crease on the right side of the car where someone hit a pole but it should pull out. Thier is also 68 fenders that someone just hung on the car and no hood. The whole car has surface rust on it but with a little sand paper it comes right off. The interior is shot with some rust on the dash. I priced out everything and it will cost me about 5k to restore the car with the parts coming from NPD.
Shortly after that i found a real deal. A 99 camaro ss LS1 motor along with the 6 speed with 18k on it. It came complete with the pedal assembly and the wireing harnes and ECU. So i plan on retro fitting it in the car along with moddern suspension, brakes ect. On the exterior though i plan on making the car a RS/SS or RS/Z clone so that you won't know whats been done to it untill you open the hood. Plus it will help the value because i have seen some pretty terrible "custom" camaro that might have looked good for the time but years later look like something out of a Mad Max movie. So here are some pics when I brought her home.
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Well it looks like you have your work cut out for you.Remember that there is probably alot more rust where you cant see it. I think your budget is pretty conservative. I started with a project like yours and have over 30,000 in it.But it does seem like you scored a good deal on your drivetrain. Good luck and remember a project like you have is going to take alot of patience.

Ditto

What do you guys think would be better for the rust? Media blasting or dipping it??

I've never dipped a car, but if it is an option in your area, I'd say do it if they'll dip-prime it afterward. Dipping will get into impossible places and seal them up. Here in TX, dipping is illegal (I'm told). EPA doesn't like the potential of spilling the caustic material. Media blasting is good too, but won't get into the hidden areas as well. I'm media blasting mine.

WOW a Camaro without rally wheels. Correct wheel covers for the 1967 Camaro. Nice to see that some people kept their cars as they came from the factory. Will be a very nice ride when done.

Nice base to build from, real hard to come by here in Ohio! The saying goes "Double the amount of your estimated cost of restoring and time". I have over $25,000 in my 67 and just the shell is in paint (I did gather other parts though). Good Luck!

Looks like you have a good base to start from... good luck...

Nice base to build from, real hard to come by here in Ohio! The saying goes "Double the amount of your estimated cost of restoring and time". I have over $25,000 in my 67 and just the shell is in paint (I did gather other parts though). Good Luck!

The saying goes "Double the amount of your estimated cost of restoring and time". !



No **** man !!!! You couldn't be more spot on if you tried !!!!

Damn cans of worms !!!!!

Sounds like a good project !!

The saying goes "Double the amount of your estimated cost of restoring and time".

Yeah i have heard this too but i don't want to believe it cuz it keeps her happy and it helps me sleep at night. Although i think i can save some money by doing every thing my self. :beers:

Yeah i have heard this too but i don't want to believe it cuz it keeps her happy and it helps me sleep at night. Although i think i can save some money by doing every thing my self. :beers:

Looks like a cool project!
LS1 conversions do add complexity to the project..
S&P (www.hotrodlane.cc) has a lot of experience with late model motors in older cars...

As these guys mentioned, it aint cheap, but you will save a bundle doing it yourself, and learn alot in the process..

I was originally looking into an LS1/T56 for my 68 sport coupe.
Then I found an LT1/T56 ....install is just about there...

Have fun!!

You'll love the LS1 in there. They are great engines. And the T-56 is suprisingly strong. I've been beating mine up at the track for 3 years now.
You got a good plan going but I would add to your budget like the others are saying. If it takes a little longer to build it right take the time and do it, you'll be happier in the long run.

If you need any help getting the ls1 going give me a shout.

Good luck,
Frank