My Camaro

Published on 2022-05-30
Last updated on 2023-06-19

I have compiled on these pages many things that were and are necessary for restoration, improvement and repair on my car.

With all work on the car, must always keep in mind that the Camaro is not a collector’s car from an exhibition. My Camaro is not original. Therefore, it is also nonsensical to try to maintain “originality” here.

Let me quote:

Camaros were mass produced at a time when the goal was to build as many cars as possible without worrying about uniformity from one car on the assembly line to the next.

For every car that fits squarely within the parameters of what is considered “right”, there are at least two that don’t, but are just as original as the day they rolled off the line.

“Camaro Restoration Guide 1967-1969,” Motorbooks, 1997. ISBN: 978-0-7603-0160-9, page 7.

Author Jason Scott of Restoration Guide also describes the restoration procedure in his book. Among other things, a checklist is shown in which the required parts and the calculated work hours are to be entered. In other words, everything the “restorer” thinks he needs.

At the end of the list one should double the prices for the material and triple the work hours. The same for the tools. I have already invested 1000 EUR in additional tools and supplies. With this “calculation” you get a real overview of the needed costs and time.

Since my Camaro has no special equipment and is not a special model, it will never reach a very high value. It is certainly more important to limit it to what makes sense to me. It doesn’t make sense to exceed the real value of the car many times over through restoration efforts. My Camaro was the typical “housewife car.” Smallest V8, automatic, no A/C, red seats and white roof.

Keeping it in good condition, drivability and looking good is important.