1969 Blue RS Copo Camaro

[John]

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Anyone know anything about this Copo Camaro <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif

1969 Blue RS Copo Camaro at auction (http://www.auctionsamerica.com/events/feature-lots.cfm?SaleCode=FL14&amp;ID=r0516&amp;Order=runorder&amp;fea ture=&amp;collection=&amp;grouping=The Steven White Collection&amp;category=Cars)

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[RPOLS3]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/03/full-6195-10070-azure_turquiose_copo_1.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/03/full-6195-10071-azure_turquoise_copo_engine.jp
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/03/full-6195-10072-azure_turquiose_copo_interior. (http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/03/full-6195-10072-azure_turquiose_copo_interior)


Estimate: $275,000 - $350,000

Chassis no. 124379N660930

Chevrolet’s Camaro was literally all things to all people. By checking the right order blanks, one could purchase anything from a “grocery getter” to a tire-shredding SS 396. While GM policy limited engine size for the A-Body and F-Body lines to 400 cubic inches, a few performance-oriented Chevrolet dealers, including Don Yenko and Fred Gibbs, knew that it was possible to build almost anything. With the Central Office Production Order (COPO) process usually reserved for fleets, a request could be made for a unique and specially built car. Since the 396 big-block was already available, the 427-cid, 425-hp L72 engine would be a drop-in fit for the Camaro. The resulting COPO Camaros quickly reclaimed Chevrolet’s honor in Super Stock drag racing and on the street. Despite limited traction, they were capable of quarter-mile times in the low 13-second range. With simple tuning and slicks, times dipped into the 11-second range.

COPO – arguably some of the most revered letters for aficionados of the musclecar. COPO 9561, a special high performance package, was quite the bargain at $489.75 and included the L72 427-cid, 425-hp V-8 engine, special ducted hood, dual exhaust system, increased cooling capacity, heavy-duty suspension and the special 4.10:1 special Posi-traction unit with a heat-treated ring and pinion. Power front discs and an optional transmission were mandatory, but the 9561 Camaro actually listed for around $130 less than a 396-cid, 375-hp Camaro SS. The package was specifically engineered for drag race competition.

This particular and rare COPO Camaro is presented in uncommon Azure Turquoise and is a 15,000 actual mile, unrestored car with many features not normally seen on the COPO cars. Unlike many, this example retains its factory-original engine and comes complete with paperwork from new. In addition, the Camaro features the Rally Sport package, Muncie M22 four-speed manual transmission with Special Instrumentation, center console, air spoilers, AM/FM radio with rear seat speaker, F70x14 raised white letter tires, color-coded 14x7 steel wheels; power steering and brakes with front discs. The standard interior is black and has a fold-down rear seat. The roof line displays the optional vinyl covering in black.

The Camaro was originally sold out of Malcolm Konner Chevrolet in Paramus, New Jersey to Robert Hatkins in nearby Bergenfield, New Jersey in July 1969. It was out the door for $4,130.52, with a $315 deposit used to initiate the deal. This rare and desirable machine is well-documented with its original Protect-O-Plate, body broadcast sheet, original dealer invoice, new vehicle warranty, along with Western Union telegrams from Chevrolet concerning the order and delivery status of this rare beast. Further certification is provided by The COPO Connection, dated December 2002 in which the 9561 order status of this car is confirmed, as is the dealer of record. This must surely be one of the most desirable first generation Camaros available.

[Born30YrsLate]

Looks to be the old Steve Sandlin (LVCamaro) car...

Azure COPO RS Camaro (http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/ubb/showflat/Number/280592/Searchpage/3/Main/26413/Words/LVCamaro/Search/true/1969_RS_COPO_Camaro#Post280592)

[markinnaples]

Beautiful. Why more Camaros weren't ordered in that color is a mystery to me.

[flyingn]

Good God, that is beautiful.

[Steve Shauger]

We Vintage Certified the car in 2003. I'd love to own the car . It's not completely untouched, but an outstanding car.

[camaromb]

Only 3 Copos have been found in this color, one is also a RS and has the 9737 package.

[Craig_Maiorana]

I love the vintage &quot;COPO&quot; Jersey vanity plate .... That is a sharp looking car

[Born30YrsLate]

July 2003 Feature Car (http://www.yenko.net/features/2003/July2003.htm)

[Plowman]

A Nice Car and soo cool.

[Salvatore]

not sure why the car can't find a good home.

[COPO_Anders]

The white one I had before has body # 353000. This one has body # 353001. It´s a stunning car !

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[69VN]

That car is absolute badass!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[talwell]

Amazing car...one of the very few left fairly untouched.

I think that the price is the problem it is not finding a home - $275k-$350k is big money for COPO.

[DarrenX33]

It drives great!!

[bbbenny]

Darren, That car would look good in your stable! BBBenny <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

[Stefano]

There just aren't very many COPO 9561s with all these boxes checked off.

[bergy]

IMO - needs 9737, but it could hang out in my stable any time!

[COPO CARTEL]

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[DW31S]

My very first '69 Camaro was this exact color combination; I was a junior in high school and of course it had Cragar SS wheels. However, it was a 327/210 PG with A/C. I, too am mystified why more Camaros weren't built in this color scheme.
And yes, this car is the epitome of a COPO!

[ssl78]

I was at the auction this weekend and it was the first time I really looked at it up close, The car seems to have been clear coated, the hood has been relplaced and the rear quarter lips were cut for larger tires. The car wasnt as original as I always heard it was. The car didnt sell I think it got bid to 215k

[rich p]

Supposedly they worked a deal afterwards! Reggie &amp; I were not the only bidders on the car! Supposedly they got someone for upper 200k that was on the phone! Very cool car with lots of stories answered after talking to one of the original owners! It was a fun day and watching the buying frenzy on the Hemi Bird was priceless that has a few issues....

Enjoy the weather when u get home John! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif