What To Buy 1967 or 1969

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Old Mar 28, 2011 | 02:16 AM
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I have been in love with all makes and models in the Camaro Range... I know would like to buy one but dont know what type..

ok I like both the 1967 RS or RS SS and also like the 1969 RS or SS, I want both to be V8 factory cars and not clones.. or tributes

My budjet is under $30K

I would just like your ideas on 67 or 69 model

I have also noticed that the 69 are worth more $$$$$ but cant see the real reason behind it... help would be appreciated.
 
Old Mar 28, 2011 | 09:37 AM
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I prefer the 69, that's my totally unbiased choice.
The 69 is the preferred 1st gen car mostly because of the body style. It was liked better when it first came out, and still is today. Plus the fact that the 69 is a one year only body style doesn't hurt it's value either. Don't get me wrong, 67's and 68's are still very nice cars, and I'd be tempted to get one if the car was right. I think what should be more important to you is which one appeals to your eyes more, and keep any difference in value secondary.
 
Old Mar 28, 2011 | 11:49 AM
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69 makes a good point, it's all in what looks good to your eyes.
 
Old Mar 28, 2011 | 02:46 PM
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Sit in both and have a friend take your picture! Mechanically speaking the factory 69 is a better model as the bugs got worked out from 67 & 68.

However the 67 scores the highest in Coolness Points...that's an undisputed fact!
 
Old Mar 28, 2011 | 03:54 PM
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However the 67 scores the highest in Coolness Points...that's an undisputed fact!
Lemme guess, you have or want to have a 68?
 
Old Mar 28, 2011 | 07:02 PM
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'69 is the "holy grail" of all Camaros!
 
Old Mar 28, 2011 | 07:06 PM
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I would look around and get the best value unless your in love with the interior of the 69 vs 67/68 or you really want the wing windows of the 67. You won't be sorry with any 1st gen!
 
Old Mar 28, 2011 | 07:08 PM
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I totally agree.
 
Old Mar 28, 2011 | 09:43 PM
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67-68-69 with big block hmm yup nice! 69 z-28 302 zapper duel fours 4.11 geared m-22 shifted hmm yup nice,which ones better why none there all super.
 
Old Mar 29, 2011 | 09:53 AM
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Originally Posted by shevrolay
However the 67 scores the highest in Coolness Points...that's an undisputed fact!
I agree, and there's no biased on my end. In the end, its just a matter of preference. I ended up going with a 1967 because there's something about have the very first model of the first generation cars. Besides, I actually like the way the 67's and 68's look better. Of course, that's my own personal preference. Hell, I'd take any 1st generation model camaro, though.
 



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