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Pretty car.

Hard to know if you paid too much based on two pictures, plus the fact that you didn't say what you paid for it.

Assuming you researched this before the purchase and that you paid a fair price.

And I hate playing this game, but just based on two pictures can see that it's not "correct" but in my opinion that has zip to do with the value.

I'm gonna guess 25K"ish".

 

Don't ever second guess yourself. If you're happy with the purchase, stay happy. The only thing a question like yours can do is make you not happy.

 

Don't ever second guess yourself. If you're happy with the purchase, stay happy. The only thing a question like yours can do is make you not happy.

Well said.:beers:

It's your money to do with what you want, the deal is done and you have a beautiful car. Who cares what anyone "thinks" you should have paid for it.

 

I wasn't able to post anymore pictures, it appears I have a maxium I'm allowed to upload, so I did try to provide the best possible description I could. I've intentionally not included a price so I wouldn't confuse the issue with what I paid, trying to determine what those who know more than I feel it's worth. As for doing my homework before I bought, I thought I did a pretty complete job but now I'm starting to have doubts. I really am happy with the car and I expect it will provide me with many years of trouble free enjoyment but I'd still like to have a better feel for what it's worth. Any input will be appreciated.

 

Please don't have doubts based on my guess. I haven't researched the price for these for quite awhile, and it was more or less a W.A. guess.

69s bring a higher price than 67s and 68s (and rightfully so!) - that's just the way it is.

Fewer 69 converts were made than 69 Z/28's, and a convert is much more costly to fake.

I think you did well unless you paid silly money like Magic & Group did for the Dodgers.

 

Without more information / pictures I would agree with Al, around 25K

 

a true rust free 69 convertible with its original 327 in restored condition that didnt have to be repaired or have any issues at all I would put at 30k. ( even with the fancy hood)

 

Congrats on the new buy, a nice looking Camaro.
Plus one point for the 327 CID vice 307 CID.
Enjoy the ride. You bought the car for your enjoyment, as it should be.
You might want to check your health insurance policy and make a weekly appointment
with the chiropactor and/or massager working your cheeks as there will be a permanent smile...............

 

That is a very early '69 and I would concur, here stateside 25-30k.
You picked a good year, congrats.

 

i agree. nice car

 

you can get a photo bucket account or similar and post links to the pics here or just upgrade your membership here and post them direct.

Looks nice in the two pics, but again as others have said your happy so don't go kicking the bee hive.

 

Since you are in Canada, you can probably at a good double digit % to the estimates above. If the underside is done like that I'm going to assume that the engine bay is also done to the same standard. If so, don't sweat it. I bought my vert for a good sum of cash and I am still pooring money into the thing. Even if you paid 45 and you can go the next 10 years without a large cash injection you will be doing just fine.
Where in Canada do you have the top down already!?

 

The car really does look like it rolled off the showroom floor. Underside, trunk, engine bay all clean and shiny just like new. When I was shopping around I spent a lot of time on carsonline.com,kijiji and sites like Flemings checking out prices. I didn't see much under $40,000 that was nearly as nice as this car. It's only now that I have the car and I'm on this site and other similar sites that I keep reading about cars for 25K. Yea I guess in the end I did ok, got a great car that needs absolutely nothing and will provide a lot of fun for a long time. Thanks Guys :yes:

 

Is that Teal Blue?

 

Don't second guess yourself as it's too late now, just enjoy it!

 

Ryan - When I talk with Camaro and car people locally at club events, cruise-ins and car shows I hear prices in the $40k range for a nice clean '69 Convertible... In the online world here the vocal folks seem to think $25-30k is it! There is a big difference, in the last year I have turned down a serious offer of $40k for my car which is a modified '69 RS with SS badging and a host of modification like a stroked 350, overdrive 4 wheel disc's and more...

If you bought from a consignment/classic car dealership you probably paid $3-$5k more than from a private party. Buy it now prices on ebay are around $35k but not many 1st gens have sold recently on ebay... All prices are USD so you'll have to adjust accordingly

The bottom line is as other have said, you paid what you paid and the market goes up and down so at some point in time your car was probably worth more or less and it's value will fluctuate over the next few years as well. Enjoy what you have and be prowd of it as it looks to be a beauty...

 

i agree your car is a nice looking 69 . What I don't agree on is you say it has no bondo. you can bet that if your car has been restored and if it is straight it has filler in it. I'm not saying your car is full of mud I'm saying to restore a vehicle it has to have some kind of body filler in it. The reason you don't think it has any is because its been done right. There can be filler on a vehicle from one end to the other and if its right you can't tell from looking. I laugh when I see an old car thats been painted and the guy selling it says there is no bondo anywhere. Having 40+ years in body and paint I simply know better. As for your orig question I sold a blue non #s 69 convt last year that was a great cruise night car for 18k

 

i agree your car is a nice looking 69 . What I don't agree on is you say it has no bondo. you can bet that if your car has been restored and if it is straight it has filler in it. I'm not saying your car is full of mud I'm saying to restore a vehicle it has to have some kind of body filler in it. The reason you don't think it has any is because its been done right. There can be filler on a vehicle from one end to the other and if its right you can't tell from looking. I laugh when I see an old car thats been painted and the guy selling it says there is no bondo anywhere. Having 40+ years in body and paint I simply know better. As for your orig question I sold a blue non #s 69 convt last year that was a great cruise night car for 18k

I couldn't agree more. Cars of this time period were not perfect from the factory with parts that didn't fit like the cars today and most old cars that fit perfect now have actually had panels slit and re-welded to align the gaps and not many cars survived all of those years without parking lot dents etc. Even the coupes had lead filler in the roof to join the quarter panel. Your kidding yourself if you think there is no filler in it.

 

Was a good idea to ask the question without giving the amount paid, which allowed others not to be biased on their assessments.

And...as pointed out, you probably did adequate legwork on it, going through the Traders/ vintage value books, and looking at other similar type drop tops, attempting to find a price range that would closely fit yours. This is a difficult thing to do, based on reading the given info and photos. If not acquainted with this make and year of car, I hope you had yet another opinion from a reliable source who knows these cars and the asking prices.

I assume that the car is number's matching, and has a few interesting options?

And...as others have already pointed out, we all have those doubts that persist, and having a few naysayers along the way, who are just a little envious of your new mount.

Then, there is as well the different evaluations from both south and north of the border. Plus, you must have taken into account the hit that these cars have taken, considering the tough economic times that we are experiencing. So, all this amounts to a rather complex equation that you have to deal with.

Finally, there's each personal circumstance, financial-wise that may tweak the perspectives, as one buyer who is in a lucrative paying vocation may not appreciate the price as being the same.

Enjoy your car for what it is...a fine example of a car from the past. I'm sure that time will be on your side and will increase the value of your purchase.


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Sweet looking car! I'd guess $26-$28K. I looked at a very nice RS convertible with a NOM performance 350cid, 4spd and wrong exterior and interior colors. I offered $31K cash and was shot down. The car sold the next week for somewhere between 31-35k (asking price).

 

Nice lookin car. Forget about what you paid - water under the bridge. If you're passionate about this hobby - that in itself is worth more than money can compare to.

One observation - looks like possibly the rear springs where swapped at some point with a taller stack (or possibly the rear end). Appears like there is a large gap between the lower plate and the axle spring pad. If you were to torque those bolts to spec., the plate would likely start bending and continue to bend upward as you try to reach the proper torque. Looks to be straight now but are they tight enough? May want to consider evaluating a better/longterm solution. I bought a kit from DSE that is meant for mono to multi spring swap and is nice kit. May want to send them a picture of that scenario and listen to another/professional perspective. Welcome to hotrodding.

 

My guess is you paid less than what it cost to restore it to that condition.

 

Did I miss if there were any more pics?