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08-15-2007, 01:54 AM
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What to look for when buying
I am hoping to be a first time buyer of a 67, 8 or 9 camaro. I do not have a lot of money but want to get the most for my money. Any advice would be much appreciated.
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08-15-2007, 03:39 AM
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Re: What to look for when buying
First Generation Camaros can be a few thousand bucks for a project, to well over $1,000,000.00.
1)Determine what type of Car you seek and how you will be using it. (Race, Show, Cruise night Driver, Modified, Stock, Pro-Touring...ect.) 2)Establish a budget and buy the best car you can for the money. Start there.
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08-15-2007, 06:34 AM
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Re: What to look for when buying
Take a Very good (sharp) picture of the trim tag, and post it here or at Camaros.net for scrutiny, many fake cars out there. 67 & 68 Camaros are the best value for the money, even junk 69's are bringing too much money, although, they are the favorite body style with most people. Whatever year you decide on, inspect the car in person, do not rely on pictures alone, especially on E-Scam. Good luck in your hunt! C
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08-15-2007, 04:42 PM
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Re: What to look for when buying
Don't be discouraged when you see what you get for the money. 1st gen Camaros are expensive and a decent one needing some detail/finishing work will set you back 10 grand easy. I would budget 20k for a solid (not perfect) 67 or 68 and 25k for a solid but not perfect '69. Those prices are for solid non-letter (rs, ss, etc.) cars.
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08-15-2007, 04:44 PM
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Re: What to look for when buying
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Take a Very good (sharp) picture of the trim tag, and post it here or at Camaros.net for scrutiny, many fake cars out there. 67 & 68 Camaros are the best value for the money, even junk 69's are bringing too much money, although, they are the favorite body style with most people. Whatever year you decide on, inspect the car in person, do not rely on pictures alone, especially on E-Scam. Good luck in your hunt! C [/ QUOTE ] He doesn't have a lot of money so fake trim tags will be the least of his concern. Put it this way, whatever car is for sale with a fake trim tag, it will be out of his price range.
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08-15-2007, 05:37 PM
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Re: What to look for when buying
Copied from the excellent "Camaro Restoration Handbook" (4 pages to follow):
   
Last edited by Denis; 10-31-2018 at 05:58 AM.
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08-15-2007, 06:59 PM
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Re: What to look for when buying
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Get yourself a 1st generation Firebird. You'll get more bang for the buck.  If you like birds!Patrick [/ QUOTE ] Now WHO doesn't like 'birds!!!! 
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08-15-2007, 07:45 PM
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Re: What to look for when buying
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[ QUOTE ] Get yourself a 1st generation Firebird. You'll get more bang for the buck. If you like birds!Patrick [/ QUOTE ] Now WHO doesn't like 'birds!!!! [/ QUOTE ] I remember in high school my friend bought a built 68 Firebird. 400 4-speed. I still remember choking as the tire poured in the windows!! The car was so light and powerful.  Patrick
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08-15-2007, 07:53 PM
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Re: What to look for when buying
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Get yourself a 1st generation Firebird. You'll get more bang for the buck. If you like birds!Patrick [/ QUOTE ] Please...No flipping birds here...  Steve
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