Incredibly solid "Z" project Before Pics

[MWCC]

I am moving my new project to this forum since it is now underway. I'll get some progress pics ASAP.

I continue to be impressed by this Camaro. I removed the interior, door glass and trim, spoiler and grilles today. This car is truely untouched other than a very old repair I found. It looks like it may have even been a factory repair or pre-delivery repair. It appears the RH door skin was replaced and the RH quarter has a small repair area right behind the door. The car shows no signs of a repaint or mask lines anywhere. The door skin was sprayed the same as the rest of the car. I know from experience that sometimes vehicles sustain damage at the factory or prior to delivery. These types of repairs are more common than people think. This car showed no evidence of a respray anywhere.

When I removed the carpet, the underlayment was clean as are the floors underneath. This car even still had the additional factory heat insulation underneath the underlayment and it is as nice as the day it was put in.

I love discovering the history of the cars I disassemble. This one is coming apart with simple hand tools and very little effort. I wish they all were this easy.

[Vegas69]

I'm getting more interested in the second gen stuff. Keep us updated.

[MWCC]

I agree Todd. These second gen cars have kind of been hiding in the background so to speak. The popularity of the first gen cars has saved so many of them from the crusher. How many second gen cars have been saved? The Camaro I came upon here is rare in that it's not all rotted away and appears to have been sitting in a garage for a long time. Heck, the doors open and close with one finger. When was the last time you saw a 30 yr old car not have worn out hinges? I got lucky. I also think that these second gen cars are the up-and-comers since they are affordable to start and most of the parts are available. We've all seen the prices for rusty 1st gen cars skyrocket. These second gen cars may never acheive the status of the 1st geners, but will certainly be a close second.

[MWCC]

I accidentally deleted the before pictures. Here they are.

[CamaroB]

I remember seeing that on eBay a month ago, how much did you pay? second generation Camaros are my favorite.

[aany001]

this was my old car I sold 4 years ago to fund my 69 camaro project.all this car needed was a scuff and paint.

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[ROACHZ28]

That is a very nice 2nd gen!

[Weldon0405]

My significant other has recently expressed her interest in having a second gen. I'd love to see more updates as this progresses since this will most likely be my next project.

[MWCC]

I remember seeing that on eBay a month ago, how much did you pay? second generation Camaros are my favorite.

You're right, it was on ebay. I was the only bidder at $2500.00. Pretty good deal now that I know the car is as solid as it is. I suspect no one else bid because of the color.

[Zedzag]

It's great to have another 78-81 on the forum. I can't wait to see the progress.

[Boyd]

Nice score! Welcome to the club. Make sure to post progress pics.

[shortrack]

lookin' good MW........its cool that those cars are getting some technology thrown at them from the aftermarket......always liked them.


hey...your Sens suck almost as bad as the Leafs....:machine::)

[MWCC]

Here's the link to another thread on this solid Z. It truely was a great find. Very Clean!!!


https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=52726