Hey guys,

I know there are a million variables out there for the pricing on a 1969 camaro coupe. Let me try to narrow the field a bit and you guys advise what you would expect to pay for a car. First off I do not desire to have a trailer queen or a numbers matching car. What I would like is a solid car, preferably one with all the original GM panels still on and not rusted and the car to be in cruising shape. 4 speed and 12 bolt for sure. I prefer not to have an air car as well. Small or big block really does not matter. I'm probably missing something here but the emphasis would be on a solid car (no rust issues)

15-30k minimum.

Be patient and keep looking. There are cars out there for reasonable prices. I looked for about 4 months to find a 67 within my budget. Found a 67 standard coupe, 327ci, manual drum brakes, standard interior. Car has no rust, interior was in real good shape{faded but no rips or tears}. Has different motor than stock, car was complete. I paid $6500.00. It was worth the patience.

If you are looking for a 1969 Camaro; $25 to $30k will get you a driving machine with all of those requirements and a lot of fun at your local car shows. If you pay less, plan on doing work to the drivetrain, body and/or interior and build that cost into your budget. Please do us all a favor and be certain to check out the car in person, as opposed to just blindly buying it over the internet and hopping for the best---it just doesn't usually work out well. Plus, by being there in person, you have the opportunity to do some last minute price negotiations to offset any small descrepencies, not to mention the ability to "walk away". Also recommend that you add power brakes or better yet, power disc brakes to your "must have list", or at least add the cost to put them on into your budget. Charlie

Thanks for the replies. 1969 car is the one for me for sure. I'm ok with the 25-30 thing though I never really see what appears and is that type car for that kind of money. Most of the cars I see that basically fit the description seem to be in the 40-50 range. Again if I am missing something here please advise me accordingly. Mainly due to the number of cars that I have heard of that have issues with rust poorly done resto of body I have lots of concern in that area. I'm hoping that some honest folks step up and show me some cars that fit this bill as I am interested. I travel the southeast us and once in a while the northeast so I can get where they are, just looking for a good one.

Thanks for the replies. 1969 car is the one for me for sure. I'm ok with the 25-30 thing though I never really see what appears and is that type car for that kind of money. Most of the cars I see that basically fit the description seem to be in the 40-50 range. Again if I am missing something here please advise me accordingly. Mainly due to the number of cars that I have heard of that have issues with rust poorly done resto of body I have lots of concern in that area. I'm hoping that some honest folks step up and show me some cars that fit this bill as I am interested. I travel the southeast us and once in a while the northeast so I can get where they are, just looking for a good one.
If you give a little more detail on what it is your looking for we could give you a better idea on the price range.

Regardless of the price range be patience, or you will regret it. Write down the things that it must have and don't settle for less. I looked for almost 2 years before I found mine.

Knowing where you are would go a distance to advising you on price variations.
Filling out your profile with more information goes a good ways to fitting in on the site and getting people who may know of a good candidate for you to want to forward that information - IMHO ...

Locating a decently priced car in good condition, build and equiped as you require and priced where you need is not all that hard. It takes time and a well thought out criteria for the vehicle of your choice.
As others have said, do your homework.
* Make a list of things you want/need.
* Familiarize yourself with the bigger sources of listings for the typ eof vehicle you want.
* Set a pricing structure dependant on condition of vehicle and the amount you would want to put into it to finish to your needs.
* Network on here and through other places for leads to vehicles you are interested in.
* be patient, the "right" car will come along sooner than later ...

I locate cars for people as a friendly sideline - it takes time and some smarts to sort through the vehicles out there but it is not hard.

Wish you luck in your goal;
John

I just sold a rust free, 1969 Camaro, 350 with cowl hood, cowl air intake, M21 4 speed, new clutch, 12 Bolt rear with 3.55 gears, ps, Garnet Red, houndstooth interior, deluxe door panels, simulated rosewood steering wheel, all new glass, front & rear spoilers & deluxe bumper guards, beautiful bumpers, dual mirrors, exterior chrome trim, 15" Rally Wheels, with a new head liner and excellent dash pad and fresh alignment for $29k. So yes, you can find what you are looking for---- make a list of "must haves" and "wants" and look here on tc and on the internet (pm me for a list of sites) and start comparing cars. Once you find one that meets your criteria, arrange to take a knowledgeable car guy (Camaro car guy preferred), with you to inspect the car. The time & $ you spend on the inspection will pay for itself 10 times over. Don't be afraid to walk away from a car or deal that isn't right for you. With due diligence, you will have the RIGHT car in no time! Charlie

Sorry about the profile thing. I was not even aware of such. I threw some info in there. Anyway in NC but travel the southeast US all the time. Ga, SC TN, Fla etc. If it is the right car I got an enclosed trailer to go get it. Like I said before:
4 speed, 12 bolt, non-air, SOLID GM part car black interior.
I like silver/black, red/black cars for sure. I would consider others. Numbers don't really matter to me. I would like to have a totally original car but that certainly ranks well below solid cars with real GM parts on them. Again I am not into a trailer queen but definitaly would like something that shows well at local cruises and something to be proud to own for years to come.

One more big consideration for a driver------------- you need to know and understand how the gears of the drivetrain will impact your RPM's which equates to your driving pleasure/displeasure. In other words, you will want a car with certain transmission, rear end gears and wheel sizes to scream down the quarter mile and different gears to cruise at low RPM's on the freeway. You can check the sticky posts under DRIVETRAIN here on tc (team camaro) to get a better understanding of what I am talking about. You need to consider the differences between the stock 4 speeds (usually M20, M21 & M22 transmissions) and the newer 5 & 6 speed transmissions as well as how they work with the rearend gears and tire/wheel sizes that are available. Get a knowledgeable friend to walk you through this and be aware of the differences as you check out cars. Some of the gearing will be a deal breaker for your intended purpose and you need to know that upfront. Charlie

Be patient and set your self a budget.Keep in mind that even though you have a trailer it could cost you up to a $2000 in fuel and time driving half way across the country to get it[adds to the cost].So look locally first check out local shows as everyone is willing to sell for a price.I would never buy a car without laying my eyes on it first.Is the 4spd that big an issue because a nice cruiser with a auto is alot more relaxing and easy on the left leg when all your doing is putting along turning heads.If your going to spend 30k it should only need some minor repairs or finshing at best other than that it should all be done.I was looking for about a year when mine came along,wasn't looking for a camaro but just a solid investment muscle car.I found mine through a friend that told me about it so I approached the guy and said I was serious.Not being in a hurry saved me lots as he started at $40cdn and I ended up getting a fully restored 69 vert SS with auto 12 bolt multileafs,Hipo 350,covans guages,new brakes,exhaust etc for 32K cdn [approx 28Kusd]delivered into my garage private deal almost no taxes.Look locally first as you would be amazed and what is around hidden in garages

I will sell you my 69 X44 driver 350/4 speed/10 bolt for $15,500. If it does not sell by Feb 1, I will be taking it to Moultrie, GA Feb 2-4. Email me at grsdup1@aol.com and I will send you back some pics. Scott

or you could post the pics here.... we like pictures :)

hey giuys . lookin at the posts of buying a 69 camaro you are lookin for. I found mind 69 RS restored HT. red/black top, early 327 with a 350 turbo with pdb and steering. found it local in the trader mag. 11 yrs ago, when cars were cheap? $11,ooo.oo was the price, now worth bout 30-32 thou. Good luck