One owner SS396 brought home

[DaveC68]

Heard about this car over 3 years ago.
I was originally told it was an SS396 Pace Car.
Got in touch with the original owners son 2 years ago, to find out it was actually a Hugger Orange coupe / white vinyl top, deluxe orange interior, standard SS hood with white stripes down the side, 396/325 4 speed http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif.....but Didn't want to sell it.
Last week got a call out of the blue, that maybe the time had come...needed $$$ but still really didn't want to sell.
Checked it out and picked it up saturday.
Worst part is I didn't have the $$$ either....so I did the next best thing and hooked it up with my friend Danny.

The car has been off the road since 1983. Motor, trans and "everything" were out and stored in the garage since then.
Correct alt, dist, smog pump, still has the original exhaust etc. etc...Owner had all the paperwork you can imagine, window sticker, POP, contract,finance papers, 1969 title, and a load of Pep-boys tire receipts
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

Pretty low option car built and bought off the lot in September of 69.
no radio (still trying to locate the plate)
14X7 XT's with full wheel covers...have 3...son says he probably threw out the 4th a few weeks ago when cleaning up the yard http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif
Mom was also sad to see it go, as she even had some time behind the wheel at Atco over the years and Dad passed about a year ago.
Mom and son both recall that there was "something special" about this one from the time they bought it. She told us it had some kind of star on the windshield at the showroom, and was special as only a certain number of dealers had one like it? or part of an alotment from Chevrolet?? (I've never heard of this, anyone have any more insights to this "star" or could it have just been some dealer hype?)

Well the car now needs a good bit bit of work(full resto in the works), I believe most of the damage is mainly from sitting outside so long.
But Danny is up to the challenge, and plans to bring it back to better than showroom condition. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif
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[DaveC68]

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[DaveC68]

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Glove box door
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CALL MURRAY STEIN CHEVROLET

[DaveC68]

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[John]

great find....now the fun begins http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/Can-I-Have-It.gif

[47Hammer]

"She told us it had some kind of star on the windshield at the showroom, and was special as only a certain number of dealers had one like it? or part of an alotment from Chevrolet?? (I've never heard of this, anyone have any more insights to this "star" or could it have just been some dealer hype?)"



Looks like a neat find, that star on the windshield could very well have been an indicator to the salespeople that it was an old age unit and who ever sells it gets a bonus http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif. JMO

[Nova Jed]

I hope that you git er done! One nice maro to start with!

[Hylton]

Congrats on the acquisition! Love the shot of the part # on the exhaust. Nice thing about an M20/3:07 car is that you can actually drive it around.

[Mr. Chevy]

Cool Car & Story.. Good luck with the resto.. Love the color combo.. The full wheel covers will look killer on the car!!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

Rich

[KENNY_PASCOE]

NEAT FIND... NOW TELL DANNY K TO GET TO WORK ! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif KP

[1969l78]

Great find, keep us updated http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[The Dude]

Looks like a fun project.

[Rixls6]

Once again it goes to show they're still out there. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif
Great find, hard to beat a car from the original owner with all that paperwork and history. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gif
Try to record some stories they have about the car.

[Born30YrsLate]

...B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L...

[ddmrk]

Hello everyone !!! I am the new owner of the Camaro and in need of sheet metal as you can seefrom the pictures(fender, door, and 1/4 panel) for the left side of the car if anyone can help with sheet metal , your help would be greatly appreciated

[Nova Jed]

Looking for GM stuff or repops?

[ddmrk]

I would prefer to use GM the car disserves the respect of GM parts, but if I can't locate GM may have to use repo I would consider Good used or NOS also need Rad support and maybe passenger fender

[Nova Jed]

I have two doors and a passenger fender but I'm sure that you wouldn't want to use them on your car. Has anyone used the American made repops? Are they any better then the foreign?

[mockingbird812]

Beautimus!!!!!! I like it very much. Nice docs.

[Charley Lillard]

WOW..Orange with orange houndstooth and a 307 posi. Great find. Post the drivetrain pics also. Congrats...

[chevelleheart]

Neat neat Car !! Good Luck on the Resto!Can't wait to see finished pics!

[427TJ]

PO1 wheelcovers and no spoilers! Talk about "dare to be different!"

[plumL78]

Wow it still has the big block lock out rod. Very cool car

[JQ]

Cool color combo... Good luck with the resto.... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[ddmrk]

thanks !!! Have much work to do now

[Ngtflyr]

Ya know that is probably too much work for you, you should just give it to me.....

Cool find, good luck

[JIM]

Danny ; Nice picture of You smiling in the back round!!!!! trade You for the Vega !!!

Jim http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

[ddmrk]

well Fellow project Started ,have much work ahead of me !!!

[LS6 RAT]

I must say, that is a terrific find! I learned something also. I understood that only the pace cars received the deluxe orange/black houndstooth interiors. Incredible paperwork to boot. Congratulations!

[flyingn]

very cool. That dealer is still there too. Its now Auerbach Chevrolet..

[ddmrk]

Thanks !!! will have to look them up maybe they have some old stuff from way back

[WILMASBOYL78]

Just saw the thread...great find...good luck!!!

wilma http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[ddmrk]

Progress on the Camaro
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f29/krate/Prefitsheetmetal-1MVC-001S.jpg

[Shankin]

Nice find. Good to see somone get it who will put it back right.

[gb70]

Look forward to following the progress. Great find.

[AutoInsane]

The color combo is really great!! Best of luck with the resto. Did you have any luck finding body parts??

[ddmrk]

yes found some body part,but still need some pieces

[ddmrk]

here are some pictures on the progress

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f29/krate/rearprimed-1MVC-003S.jpg
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f29/krate/detailedSUBframe-1-AMVC-019S.jpg

[Charley Lillard]

What amI looking at ? Was that a new roof and 1/4's ?

[ddmrk]

yes New roof and 1/4's ready for final blocking,sub frame ready to bolt in

[ddmrk]

UPDATE
vinyl top went on today
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f29/krate/vinyltop-1001.jpg

[Xplantdad]

Looking good! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[lwkitt427]

LOOKING GREAT PLEASE ALL OF US INFORMED OF THE UPDATES GREAT LOOKING RIDE

[69z28302]

Nice find. Has to one of very few with that combination of color and a big block. Keep up the good work.

[KevinW]

Danny congrats! and nice work! from another NJ hugger orange owner.

[ddmrk]

Thank you !!! Hope to have the car painted by weekend (Gallo's Restoration)

[70 Forest Green Zee]

Danny...can I ask a stupid question.... why install the vinyl top before the car is painted? I have never done a full resto on a car before and I'm sure you have a good reason,I'm just currious why the paint wouldn't come before the vinyl top. Looks like it's going to be a very nice car by the way!

[turbojet427]

That car looks remarkable!! Keep up the good work.

[ddmrk]

thank you again for the complements ,Body/painter guy and Vinyl top guy where a little paranoid so they took extra steps just in case

[ddmrk]

some updates !!! Car is Painted and Vinyl top is on
here is a link to the Restoration shop that did all metal,body and Paint work showing work in progress
http://www.gallorestorations.com/

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f29/krate/camaropaintedB.jpg

[jeff morocco]

ooooohhhh that looks good !!!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[KENNY_PASCOE]

LOOKING GOOD DANNY K !! KP http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[MosportGreen66]

That is impressive!

[camarojoe]

Awesome. I remember when this car was found.. Lots of work there...but it's gonna be worth it!

[66 L78 ragtop]

Another one saved!!!
Looks great, can't wait to see more progress pics...It will be one killer car once its all done
Keep us posted
Thanks for sharing

[turbojet427]

That car looks great!! Keep up the great work.

[1970Bluel78]

Car will be Great and different then most with those colors ! I Like it

[musclecarjohn]

Awesome color combination...! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[704EVER]

Extremely nice, the quality of the workmanship looks outstanding!! I'm sure you'll enjoy it!

[JIM]

Nice to be a part of the restoration Now its time to put on some of the parts I sold You Danny !

Jim http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[ddmrk]

another piece to the puzzle ,yes Jim soon
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f29/krate/Enginepainted-2002.jpg

[ddmrk]

Todays project !!!
Finally the Drive Train is in the car, its time for a cold one http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f29/krate/Bodysubframe007.jpg
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http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f29/krate/Bodysubframe010.jpg

[Xplantdad]

Looking great! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[mockingbird812]

I like! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gif Nice work. Well deserved brewski. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[budnate]

[ QUOTE ]
I like! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gif Nice work. Well deserved brewski. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

for sure, you have worked hard on that one, http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[169indy]

Looking good!

I bet you can not wait to see the dog house mounted!
It will look killer w/ the stripes and hood on.

Your efforts are showing.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[BJCHEV396]

KEEP THE PICS COMING!!LOOKS GREAT!!

[ddmrk]

Update
Exterior is done !!!(thanks to Bob) http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif
she is almost done
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f29/krate/camarobodydone001.jpg

[Xplantdad]

Looks Great!!

[GenOne]

Well done! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[mockingbird812]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[JK98SS]

very nice indeed!

[Nova Jed]

Sweet!

[motionwannabe]

very nice

[LS7]

Very nice. I really like the clear glass too. Well done.

[bergy]

What a great looking car - and a great story. You done good!

[PeteLeathersac]

Whttp://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gifW...Lhttp://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gifVE the Hugger & Steelies combo!!!

Nicely done!
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif
~ Pete

[ddmrk]

Update she is finally finished
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f29/krate/camarofinished-A007.jpg
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f29/krate/camarofinished001.jpg
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f29/krate/seats006.jpg

[BJCHEV396]

WOW!!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/Can-I-Have-It.gif

[Andy]

Thats one fine looking 69! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[al8apex]

LOOKS AWESOME!!!!

Love the steel wheel look WITHOUT the wheel well moldings

It seems like everyone adds them, whether they had them or not

done true to the window sticker, congratulations!

[HPMIKE]

Good Lord!!

That thing is killer! I love it. What a color combo.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

MB

[Salvatore]

Looks real good Danny. You guys did great! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif Sam

[m22mike]

Oh Yea http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

Mike http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[turbojet427]

I love it!!!!! I'm glad to see a first class restoration on a 325hp camaro!!!!!!!! I think those are the most underated GM muscle cars. Great Work

[DarrenX33]

My god it seems like you just found this car yesterday. Fantastic work. Beautiful. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[mmcporter]

Man oh man, the car came out looking amazing. Quite a contrast to the "before" picture you sent out 2 1/2 years ago!!!!!! Congrats!

[MosportGreen66]

Simply beautiful! Very nice work.

-Dan

[mockingbird812]

Looks terrific Dave. Nice job and congratulations for restoring this unique piece of history. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Xplantdad]

I can't say anything else that hasn't already been said...

But WOW!

Thanks for taking us along for the "ride"! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Dave Rifkin]

Saw the car at the cruise in Vineland this past Saturday; I apologize for any drool that may have landed on the fresh paint. Gorgeous car; was the Trans Am next to it yours too?

[musclecarjohn]

Amazing work... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[mmcporter]

Make that a year and a half....used the new math which was wrong....beautiful nonetheless!

[ddmrk]

Dave
hope you had a good time at the cruise would have like to meet you maybe next time,yes the T/A is mine also

[Mr.Nickey Nova]

Great job,glad to see it in all her original glory.

[lwkitt427]

IF LOOKS COULD KILL YOU WOULD BE IN JAIL. LOOKS GREAT

[grantprix]

Absolutely gorgeous!!! It just amazes me to see these cars transform back to their original glory. I had a similar Camaro back in the late 80's-early 90's. Sure miss it now!

Grant

http://s309.photobucket.com/albums/kk390/grantprix/?action=view&current=69camss1.jpg

http://s309.photobucket.com/albums/kk390/grantprix/?action=view&current=69camss2.jpg

http://s309.photobucket.com/albums/kk390/grantprix/?action=view&current=69camss3.jpg

[DaveC68]

cool pictures Grant.
Really like it with the SS wheels http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[flyingn]

VERY nice job !!

[gb70]

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