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DarrenX33
03-15-2013, 02:14 AM
1970 Camaro L78 - One of 600 built.

396/375 – Not original to the car but all date and number correct.
M21 trans – Not original to the car but date and number correct.
Rear end coded COX – Original to the car. However, I think it has 4.10 gearing.

This car is well known in the hobby as it attend several national events and has been the subject of many technical and restoration threads. There is no need to worry about any mysteries with this car. First and foremost, it does NOT have its original engine or transmission. However, upon purchasing the car in 2006 I proceeded to search for the necessary date and numbers correct components as well as the infamous dual snorkel air cleaner. For the 70 2nd gen gurus that might be wondering. Yes it has the original radiator but it does not have the original fan shroud. The March of 70 dated motor was completely built in 2010 and has a few thousand miles of break-in. The M21 was also completely rebuilt at the same time. The car runs very well.
This car was frame off restored in 2000. I have all the receipts from the restoration as well as my efforts from the engine and transmission build. When I purchased the car it came with a stack of titles from the previous owners. All of which I have spoken to on the phone. The car is out of Decatur Illinois, believed to be purchased new from Miles (or Fahrenbach) Chevrolet. I have obtained original pictures of the car from early 70s as well as pictures of it from the 80's when the restoration was being started. Per a previous owner the car had several buildsheets but only one survived which I have. Obviously this is an LA built car.
I believe that many will agree that the blue/blue combination is very striking. It is registered in the NastyZ28.com L78 Registry and with just about 40 cars registered. To my knowledge it is the only L78 with blue interior/exterior.
It was recently featured in the January 2013 issue of Camaro Performers:
http://www.camaroperformers.com/featured...78/viewall.html (http://www.camaroperformers.com/featured-camaros/2nd-gen-camaro-1970-1981/camp-1301-1970-chevrolet-camaro-l78/viewall.html)
The car was also featured at:
2006 Supercar Reunion 9
2007 Chevy Vettefest L78 Display
2011 MCACN 1970 Camaro L78 Reunion.

Car is currently in storage but I will be bringing it home soon. So if additional info or pictures are needed, feel free to ask.

Asking $50,000.00 and I will listen to all reasonable offers. I no longer have storage space for the car so it will sell.

Those interested can reach me via
Cell 6304610888.
Email [email protected]
or PM here.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v674/dagcostello/22F5C72E-C6B0-4B75-AEC8-832EAC80BC87-2070-00000320A9FF62BB.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v674/dagcostello/D1417A40-DC6F-42AA-8F5E-43397D91E81F-2070-00000320B4FDEA8A.jpg

69LM1
03-15-2013, 02:28 AM
I have seen this car at MCACN, and I can say it is everything and more that Darren describes. One of the best colors on a 2nd Gen, and done well.

You can't go wrong on this car, it is very well known on NastyZ28.


RichPern

Xplantdad
03-15-2013, 02:50 AM
True that. I've been in this car and it is tight. No rattles...and runs and looks beautiful! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Postsedan
03-15-2013, 02:58 AM
One of the Best L78's Camaro's in the country and one of the Best guys in the hobby.

Sad to see her go Darren, best of luck. Oh did I mention, it's the Best color combo too <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

Tenney
03-15-2013, 03:09 AM
She's a beaut - best 'o luck! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

wheelhop
03-15-2013, 03:43 AM
She looks better in person! Good luck with the sale.

TimG
03-15-2013, 01:38 PM
I saw this car before Darren owned it and it was a great car then, I can only imagine it's way better now.

olredalert
03-15-2013, 02:09 PM
----Love the Mickeys and Daisies!!!......Bill S

SS427
03-15-2013, 02:19 PM
and it runs and drives great. Thanks for the keys a couple of years ago Darren. What a fun car.

Salvatore
03-15-2013, 02:57 PM
I have driven this car. Amazed at how nice it rides, tracks and doesn't rattle or squeak. Glass is really nice also. Definetly can't go wrong with the color combo either.

L72COPO
03-15-2013, 03:48 PM
If Darren says it's so then it's so. Very honest and trustworthy guy.

XXXGoldL34M20
03-15-2013, 04:06 PM
Nice !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thought i help out and post a pic of interior and motor.

SupremeDeluxe
03-15-2013, 04:46 PM
Darren,

Sorry to see you are selling it. What are you getting to take its place?

For any prospective buyers, this is an extemely NICE car. I have seen it many times and can confirm it looks as good in person as it does in photos.

Nick

edcar70
03-15-2013, 07:59 PM
Build a bigger shed to keep it in.. dont let it go. ed

black69
03-16-2013, 06:48 AM
this is a gorgous car, I have been around it more than a few times...it always looks crisp and correct.
hate to see you selling it darren..

70 Forest Green Zee
03-16-2013, 12:50 PM
This is one outstanding Camaro and I agree with the others here, it is one of the finest second gen Camaros around. Darren is a car guy thru and thru and a really stand up guy, and you just can't go wrong owning any car that he has owned. If I had the $$$$ this add wouldn't even be necessary because this car would already be in my garage......good luck with the sale Darren, the new owner will be one lucky man!!!

ssl78
03-16-2013, 04:09 PM
Darren, good luck with the sale this car is all sorted out and could be driven anywhere without any worrys

MN 70L78
03-18-2013, 12:34 AM
As one 2nd gen L78 owner to another I hope you do well on the sale, not to mention a great guy!

Speaking from 1st hand experience, these cars are not cheap to restore and having the original 'XY' radiator in the car is priceless, I have NEVER, EVER seen one for sale! IMHO they are worth more than a dual snorkel air cleaner. Someone will be getting a SWEET car!

mockingbird812
03-18-2013, 09:57 AM
<span style="font-size: 14pt">Simply beautiful Darren! All the best of luck!</span> <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

GaryS
03-18-2013, 01:57 PM
AMAZING CAR. GLWS.

Sorry I am waiting for a car to be finished or I would be all over this.

iluv69s
03-18-2013, 02:15 PM
Awesome car and colors !! Good luck with the sale !!

BTW, is the rear spoiler a COPO thing? I love the blacked out rear panel !!

al8apex
03-18-2013, 03:57 PM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: iluv69s</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Awesome car and colors !! Good luck with the sale !!

BTW, is the rear spoiler a COPO thing? I love the blacked out rear panel !! </div></div>

FYI, the blacked out rear panel came standard on ALL of the big block Camaros, the only exceptions being the 67 &amp; 69 Indy Pace cars ...

bashton
03-23-2013, 01:51 PM
Indeed a great car that is turn-key ready that is being offered by a stand up hard core enthusiast that lives and breathes 2nd Gen Camaro's. And yes, the blue/blue color combination is a stunner.

We were honored to be able to host this car and its owner at MCACN 2011 in the L78 Reunion display.

Congrats to the next caretaker!

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

DarrenX33
03-30-2013, 02:23 PM
Price reduced to $47.5K.

Where else will one find a real deal frame off restored L78 for this kind of $?

DarrenX33
04-25-2013, 01:04 PM
Price reduced to $45k.

MosportGreen66
04-25-2013, 02:20 PM
Darren, bring it to Barrett Jackson in AZ...

DarrenX33
04-25-2013, 02:54 PM
Never!

Salvatore
04-25-2013, 03:07 PM
$45,000 is a give-a-way IMO. That's what the green and brown ones go for.

GreenLS6
04-25-2013, 04:07 PM
Very nice car.

DarrenX33
05-15-2013, 03:15 PM
Still available. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

livettes
05-15-2013, 05:42 PM
If I had the cash I would have bit at 50! I can't believe someone has not bought this car yet.
Jamie

69LM1
05-16-2013, 01:33 AM
For you guys thinking about it, I got several calls on my 70 L78 after I sold it saying that they were kicking themselves for not jumping on the car earlier.

In fact, one of the guys called the new buyer and cut a deal with him to BUY THE CAR!

Mid 40's is sweet for this car if you want a real no excuses 70 Camaro L78.

RichPern

DarrenX33
06-04-2013, 03:44 PM
Price reduced to $42.5k.

GaryS
06-04-2013, 07:20 PM
that is a steal for this amazing car. Wish i had the room and extra coin for this.

GLWS.

Postsedan
06-04-2013, 08:42 PM
Darren,

Hoping you do not.....but If you still have it by October....take it to Mecum.

If all that have posted on the thread, 4 pages.....including myself.....were all at Mecum and a bit tipsy (drunk).....this Camaro would have SOLD and for more than $42.5K

I know I am right!

Do it Darren <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

Salvatore
06-04-2013, 08:48 PM
Its a shame that a car of that caliber and knowing who owns it would have to go to auction and not be bought by a friend, a member of the Site or a car guy in the Chicago area. Must be the color.

69LM1
06-05-2013, 12:48 AM
Not the color. The color is right and one of only a few L78's (Camaros)that are not green! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif


RichP

Salvatore
06-05-2013, 11:47 AM
I was just joking about the color Rich. Its a perfect color!

69LM1
06-05-2013, 03:52 PM
Aha!

R

GaryS
06-05-2013, 08:34 PM
YOUR CAMARO IS BEST COLOR THAT CHEVROLET EVER MADE, IMO!
GLWS

DarrenX33
06-05-2013, 10:12 PM
Thanks guys. Good point Dan we'll see what happens. Got some conversations going on.

DarrenX33
06-06-2013, 10:25 PM
Sold pending payment.

SS427
06-06-2013, 10:44 PM
Let me be the first to congratulate you!

69LM1
06-06-2013, 11:54 PM
Someone got a great deal on a great car.

RichPen

mockingbird812
06-07-2013, 12:00 AM
Congrats Darren!

Postsedan
06-07-2013, 12:04 AM
Let me be the second to congratulate you.....hope the new owner takes good care of her.

Dan

Xplantdad
06-07-2013, 03:14 AM
Hey D...that's awesome! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

TimG
06-07-2013, 01:45 PM
Darren, I saw that car about 10 years ago before you bought it and I fell in love with it.

DarrenX33
06-14-2013, 05:30 PM
Car is still for sale.

Postsedan
06-14-2013, 06:01 PM
Sometimes, you just need to be Monty Hall <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif

One word Darren, Mecum!

Dan

DarrenX33
06-24-2013, 12:37 AM
On eBay (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/L78-/200937282597?_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649&amp;ssPageName= STRK:MESELX:IT&amp;forcev4exp=true#ht_500wt_1182) now

Xplantdad
06-24-2013, 12:52 AM
Good luck again, Darren!

Postsedan
06-24-2013, 01:23 AM
Good Luck, D <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

DarrenX33
10-22-2013, 12:54 PM
Sold pending payment.

SS427
10-22-2013, 01:05 PM
That's awesome Darren!

Xplantdad
10-22-2013, 01:58 PM
Congrats on the sale, D!

Postsedan
10-22-2013, 02:11 PM
Congrats <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif I`m sure someone is very happy <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

69LM1
10-22-2013, 06:08 PM
I bet someone got a deal!

Rich

Tenney
10-22-2013, 07:10 PM
Congratulations! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

DBelk
10-23-2013, 02:57 AM
Way to go Darren! Awesome car.