Hi,
I'm a complete car noob so I would really appreciate some advice as I am considering getting a refurbished 1969 Camaro. I realize these questions are pretty basic, but this is my first car so please have some patience with me.

1: How much is a decent recently refurbed car going to cost? Are there any specific models that are cheaper than others?

2: What are the benefits of matching numbers?

3: Is it a good driver for all conditions? How do the Camaros run on icy, snowy roads?

4: Should I expect continuos visits to the shop for repairs even if it's been well-refurbed? I have no experience with engines so I don't expect to be tinkering around inside it myself.

Thanks in advance!

I really love the look and feel of Camaros and I can't wait to get one

/Bard

 

1)a refurbished one can run from 15k to 150k,the number is based on the seller and what he wants..

2)numbers matching will cost in the higher of the price range,and means all the parts are original and not aftermarket,beneficial for people wanting a numbers matching car,not benificial if you want to drive it,go faster,or drive around corners/handling/braking,basicly moding the car at all..

3)If you have a numbers matching with those little tires,not good..its rear wheel drive so its not the best on ice and snow,most of these cars are not used for daily drivers...the suspention is from 69,may want to upgrade it...

4)dont buy one if this is the case...the motors are so basic compared to todays motor that if you are not willing to learn basic fuel,spark and ignition...the mechanics will take your money..no one can tell you for sure if it will or will not break down,its a simple motor with no sensors or computer so you should learn basic motor stuff...
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Many thanks for the help Tommy, I really appreciate it!

 

I suggest you learn about the difference between the base coupe, super sport, rally sport, and Z/28 as well as the value of camaro "clones". A little self-education goes a long way toward acquiring a camaro that is right for you at a good value. I am not a collector, so I have a base coupe (original 6-cylinder, 4-sp) that I have upgraded with a 427 big block engine, a 12-bolt positraction differential, multi-leaf springs, etc. to make it right for me. I doubt if the numbers match on any two parts on this car, but I absolutely love it.

 

Yup thats the bottom line. Get what you want.

 

Save us all a lot of heartache and buy 2 cars...the Camaro for nice weather and some old beater for ice, snow and rain. Why would you want to ruin a classic or antique car of any kind by driving it in the winter? They cost too much to restore in the first place.

 

numbers matching cars are really only good if you're buying it as an investment and if you were, you wouldn't be asking about driving it in the snow.

BTW...when is the last time anyone saw a first-gen on the road while snowing outside?

 

My answer would be NEVER and I grew up in that era .It must have been a mind blowing experience if I saw that back then cause I have blocked it totally out .When I say never i mean it