The name “Camaro” was derived from a French slang term for friend or “comrade.” And since its introduction in 1967, the Camaro has indeed become an automotive friend for millions of people. Our Pick of the Day is a 1971 Chevrolet Camaro restomod that has undoubtedly made a few people smile over the years. It is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Russellville, Missouri.
“This car has all the modern features you want, and a modern power source,” the listing says. During restoration, the exterior was coated in green metallic with black accent striping, and the look suits the car nicely. Features include a chin spoiler, chrome bumpers, a cowl induction hood, color-keyed side mirrors, rocker moldings, a spoiler, a dual exhaust system, and sequential turn signals. Capping off the car’s enhanced curb appeal is a set of Boze wheels wrapped in Toyo tires.
Now pop the hood. The engine bay on this car is a total work of art, and it’s even color-matched to bring in some of that green metallic from the exterior. Powering the car is a potent LS2 6.0-liter V8 with a Holley fuel-injection system. Ceramic coated headers and a Pypes M80 stainless-steel exhaust system have been added for even more performance, and a 4L60E four-speed automatic transmission sends power to the rear wheels.
The second-generation Camaro, built from model year 1970 through 1981, was known for its long-hood, short-deck side profile. Chevrolet positioned the car as a close sibling to the Corvette, saying, “You could buy a Corvette, but as good as it is, space is limited to two people. So, we also have Camaro. It performs and handles like a sports car. Our engineers have seen to that.” Some Chevrolet fanatics probably bought a Camaro and a Corvette.
The cockpit of this unique Camaro was fully refreshed and includes black TMI bucket seats, a custom center console, and new door panels, headliner, carpeting, and seatbelts. Features include an Alpine touchscreen audio system, Vintage Air climate control, power steering with a tilt steering column, Z28-branded floor mats, and Dakota Digital instrumentation. A “Terminator X” display for the Holley EFI system has been mounted to the dash. Inside and out, there are thoughtful details of a high-quality restoration.
On that note, this Camaro is an automotive comrade you’ll be glad to hang out with! Not to mention the many devout Camaro enthusiasts you’re bound to encounter.
The asking price is $68,000 or best offer.
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