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L34 SS396
Born with Drivetrain (engine, trans, rear)
Norwood Built on 6/4/1970
Code 48 (Forest Green)
Green interior (I think needs new dash pad-currently the wrong color)
Original style exhaust (transverse muffler)
Turbo 400
12 Bolt Posi,currently 3.08 Posi(I have original 3.31 ring and pinion)
Entire Drivetrain completely rebuilt within the last 500 miles (all work done at Karls Performance in Des Moines)
2 sets wheels and tires (car currently has dog dish/poverty hubcap set-up)
$10,000+ in receipts (too much to list)
Great car-very nice driver quality
$38,000 OBO Serious inquiries only please
Mike Arthur 515-490-6823
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L78steve
12-07-2016, 08:36 PM
Nice. RS nose?
Thanks...No RS nose.
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MosportGreen66
12-07-2016, 11:18 PM
Very nice... I love these cars!
Dan
mike1971
12-08-2016, 01:04 AM
I love the Forest Green. Glws.
Thank you...hoping to find a good home for her. Any help you guys can provide is appreciated.
Hey guys,
Have to ask...640+ folks have viewed my post. I would like your honest opinion about my car. Is there something specific that could hold the car back from being sold?
Color, Price, auto vs. 4 speed, time of year, car's location, all?
Any feedback would be appreciated.
Thanks...Mike
Charley Lillard
12-08-2016, 08:47 PM
I looked at it and think it's a nice car and priced fairly. If I wasn't trying to not buy stuff I would be all over it.
leach
12-08-2016, 11:17 PM
Automatic holds it back and if it was RALLY SPORT it would help
Pat O'Connell
12-09-2016, 01:30 AM
Mike, it's a really nice car. Do you you have any of the original paperwork for it? Bill of sale, POP, etc. That goes a long way in making a sale.
Salvatore
12-09-2016, 01:34 AM
Green and automatic hurts in my opinion. Real nicely done car though.
I appreciate the feedback. No original paper work. I understand it's a color some folks don't like along with the auto. I do feel the price reflects these things...am I right?
bisqik
12-09-2016, 03:44 AM
Post up some pics of it with the poverty caps if you cam
CamarosRus
12-09-2016, 04:59 AM
Mike Steitz (www.nastyz28) Camaro Nationals 2nd Gen Judge and 70' Camaro EXPERT has a Gorgeous Restored
70 Forest Green L-78 with Bow Tie Baby Moons (no longer call "Dog Dish").
I dont have hosted pics to put up here, but do have them to email or probably still at NastyZ28 if you could find them.
I personally dont care for the Baby Moons on the 14x7" wheels, but understand that customers didnt want
to pay for any RPO as they were going to add Day2 wheels...........ala CRAGAR etc etc
I have examples of every 1970 Camaro wheel cover option
chevyandpontiac
12-09-2016, 11:17 AM
I believed you are priced correctly. It is just a matter of finding the right person for the car. I do not see anything negative on the car. As we get older, with bad knees the automatic starts to look good.
It is a very nice car, I love the green. It seems that the $25,000 to $50,000 car are the hard sell. Under $25,000 people can afford, the over $50,000 are usually higher end collector cars.
Just my two cents.
I like you cars and think it is priced fairly.
CamarosRus...I have talked to Mike prior to posting the car here...nice guy. Thanks for telling me the proper term for the dog dish...I will use that going forward.
Nice car.
I'd actually pay more for an Auto Trans. today.
Mr70...let's make that happen <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/eek.gif
WILMASBOYL78
12-09-2016, 12:55 PM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Beef</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Hey guys,
Have to ask...640+ folks have viewed my post. I would like your honest opinion about my car. Is there something specific that could hold the car back from being sold?
Color, Price, auto vs. 4 speed, time of year, car's location, all?
Any feedback would be appreciated.
Thanks...Mike </div></div>
Mike, since you only posted it on Wednesday I would give it a little time...if you look at the cars for sale section, there are many with a lot more views that are still for sale....be patient. Looks like a neat car...2nd gen BB Camaro with original driveline is cool. I don't think the Forest Green and the TH400 are a downside...there were a lot of Forest Green cars sold that year.
I would recommend hitting a few of the other known sites like; Team Camaro, Cars on Line and maybe an online ad in Hemmings...I'm not a fan of Ebay or Craigslist...I'll leave that up to you.
Good luck..wilma
Thanks for the advice Wilma.
Hotrodpaul
12-09-2016, 04:37 PM
I thinks it is a very nice and rare car. I also think that the first gens appeal to a broader audience but given time, I believe the 2nd gens will come around. This same car in a first gen would probably be in the $40K to $50K range, which do not ride and handle near as well as your car.
Stay patient, it will pay off.
Paul
Salvatore
12-09-2016, 06:21 PM
Wilma is correct. (believe it or not??) Try other venues also. Maybe an optional set of tires and wheels?
BJCHEV396
12-09-2016, 08:29 PM
Be patient Mike.Sold my '70 L78 Nova here.Thought it wasn't going to sell and out of the blue a dealer from Kansas contacted me and away she went!
427TJ
12-09-2016, 08:31 PM
Always loved big-block 2nd Gens. Rare, especially in great condition.
CamarosRus
12-09-2016, 08:51 PM
My favorite 1970 Forest Green L78 Camaro and owner................
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CamarosRus
12-09-2016, 08:52 PM
inept Photobucket user !!!!!!!
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mmcporter
12-09-2016, 09:01 PM
Maybe consider a MidWest auction (given your location) as well. Great place to sell if you can stomach the transportation expense to make it happen.
ohhawk
12-09-2016, 09:32 PM
Nice looking SS..........I think you'll have to be patient for a number of reasons but the time of the year right now might be your biggest culprit. As I'm sure you know your biggest competition is likely going to be from the Z-28 market for those considering Second Gens. I think you would be doing well if you get your current asking price.
If you still have it next year I would get it out to a few car events in the Des Moines area if you haven't already........good luck!
WILMASBOYL78
12-10-2016, 01:08 PM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By:
[email protected]</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Wilma is correct. (believe it or not??) Try other venues also. Maybe an optional set of tires and wheels? </div></div>
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earntaz
12-10-2016, 01:59 PM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: WILMASBOYL78</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Beef</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Hey guys,
Have to ask...640+ folks have viewed my post. I would like your honest opinion about my car. Is there something specific that could hold the car back from being sold?
Color, Price, auto vs. 4 speed, time of year, car's location, all?
Any feedback would be appreciated.
Thanks...Mike </div></div>
Mike, since you only posted it on Wednesday I would give it a little time...if you look at the cars for sale section, there are many with a lot more views that are still for sale....be patient. Looks like a neat car...2nd gen BB Camaro with original driveline is cool. I don't think the Forest Green and the TH400 are a downside...there were a lot of Forest Green cars sold that year.
I would recommend hitting a few of the other known sites like; Team Camaro, Cars on Line and maybe an online ad in Hemmings...I'm not a fan of Ebay or Craigslist...I'll leave that up to you.
Good luck..wilma</div></div>
The Z car we bought new in Clovis, NM was that color green w/white stripes and green interior -- still wish I had that one back ... TAZ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/burnout.gif
al8apex
12-10-2016, 02:22 PM
my opinion ... and we all know what opinions are worth ... :-)
auto and interior color
that said, my car WAS Forest green but with the tan interior. I remember telling myself when i bought it in 1977, " I can paint it any color, as it has tan guts"
I looked at MANY cars before buying this one and I ignored all: A. with a slushbox, B. without power steering, C. that had rust, D. that had non original engine parts (yes, even headers), E. were gold or slime (citrus) green (sorry, wasn't in my window of tolerance), and finally F. had a green interior
I lucked out finding my car, it was all I wanted and MORE: M-22, EXCEPT it was FG. The originality of the drivetrain (still had smog hooked up and all 4 original spiral shocks) convinced me it was a good car
I always wanted a black one so I had it painted in the very early 80's
That all said, I have more tolerance for all the external colors today but still have an issue with green interiors on f bodies
iluv69s
12-10-2016, 05:53 PM
I would put different wheels on it.. maybe 70 Z style wheels. Those later camaro wheels do not do the car justice !! GLWTS !!
427TJ
12-10-2016, 07:21 PM
I would put different wheels on it.. maybe 70 Z style wheels. Those later camaro wheels do not do the car justice !! GLWTS !!
Or the Corvette style "turbine" full wheelcovers. They were optional on Camaros. Look cool as heck and nicely different.
CamarosRus
12-10-2016, 07:34 PM
14"Rally Wheels on this Forest Green SS are correct and original RPO option.
You see very few original SS 2nd Gen Camaros and even fewer with stock Rallys.
Bob_D
12-10-2016, 07:50 PM
14"Rally Wheels on this Forest Green SS are correct and original RPO option.
You see very few original SS 2nd Gen Camaros and even fewer with stock Rallys.
The wheels are fine, don't change a thing. Be patient. Extremely nice car. No objection to the green interior. So many cars had Black interior. So yours is different.
Bob D'
I appreciate all of the comments made.
69LM1
12-12-2016, 10:39 PM
I find the Z28's are much more in demand than the big block 2nd Gens. I also think the price is good, maybe let someone beat you down to 35k, but I would not go any lower.
I would not use any professional auctions on this car. My experience (again mine) is that second gen Camaros don't do well at auction.
You can do ok on ebay with a car like yours that presents well. Get some professional pics taken, and write a good ad (maybe post here for tips on a good ad).
Pics of the block stampings would go a long way. I think (like others have said, opinion) the fact that your car has the original engine is much more of a plus than the negatives of color (I like the forest green) and automatic.
Just my .02,
Oh, and I agree on time of year. Income tax return time is much easier to sell a car. Make sure if you do an ebay ad, that the auction does not end on a holiday, Fri or Sat night, or middle of the day. I found that Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings around 8pm central time were prime selling times (east and west coast can bid).
GLWS!
Rich
69LM1(Rich),
Very sound advice. I do have photos of all stamps/partial VIN's for the serious buyer. Thank you.
markinnaples
12-13-2016, 01:48 PM
I find the Z28's are much more in demand than the big block 2nd Gens. I also think the price is good, maybe let someone beat you down to 35k, but I would not go any lower.
I would not use any professional auctions on this car. My experience (again mine) is that second gen Camaros don't do well at auction.
You can do ok on ebay with a car like yours that presents well. Get some professional pics taken, and write a good ad (maybe post here for tips on a good ad).
Pics of the block stampings would go a long way. I think (like others have said, opinion) the fact that your car has the original engine is much more of a plus than the negatives of color (I like the forest green) and automatic.
Just my .02,
Oh, and I agree on time of year. Income tax return time is much easier to sell a car. Make sure if you do an ebay ad, that the auction does not end on a holiday, Fri or Sat night, or middle of the day. I found that Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings around 8pm central time were prime selling times (east and west coast can bid).
GLWS!
Rich
Solid advice, esp regarding the timing of auction ending. I always schedule mine so that both the east and west coast can bid at reasonable evening times.
<span style="font-weight: bold">UPDATE:
Price Reduction: $36,000 OBO. </span>
I also have my car listed on NastyZ28.
Here is the link that has some additional photos and information.
http://www.nastyz28.com/forum/threads/1970-ss396-l34-for-sale.308190/
<span style="font-weight: bold">Post Christmas Price Reduction: $34,000</span>
jerry455
03-24-2017, 02:10 AM
Looks to be the same car?
https://www.mecum.com/lots/HA0417-280294/1970-chevrolet-camaro-ss/
This is a really nice car, I love the green & green interior- so '70s!
Surprised by home many people buy only with the goal to flip for a quick profit, instead of buying cars to enjoy for the long term. This Camaro deserves a good home with an enthusiast owner. On the other hand, it takes a lot of guts to take a 396 2nd Gen Camaro with Auto & green/green color combo to auction and look to profit after all expenses are taken into account.
I was at Houston last year, my brother bought a white '69 Z/28 there and we got an education on all the "soft costs" involved on buying at the auction venue.
Anyone on here know any history on that Z/28? I was surprised by how much was known/discussed on board abut the various '69 Z/28s sold at Barrett Jackson last January.
Great info to have.
Cheers
GreenLS6
03-24-2017, 12:48 PM
Looked better with the stock wheels and tires
seventieshow
03-24-2017, 07:42 PM
Will be interesting to see how it does, looks like a really nice car.
"Looked better with the stock wheels and tires"...14" SS wheels or Cragars would look great against that green paint, IMO.
"Surprised by home many people buy only with the goal to flip for a quick profit, instead of buying cars to enjoy for the long term"...Kind of a shame isn't it?
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