1979 Chevrolet Gmc Camaro Z28-350 5.7 V8
Highlights
- Matching numbers with original Chevy 350 5.7 litre V8
- Comprehensive history file with MOTs dating back to 2003
- Rare export model originally supplied to Switzerland
- Retains original build sheet
The Appeal
The 2nd generation Camaro is, to modern eyes, far more than a single generation of car. This is a huge transitionary period for the model, one that changed every year and morphed into a whopping, great urethane-bumpered, V8-powered muscle car that was about as brash and capable as they came.
This example is the high-performance Z28, featuring the legendary 5.7-Litre LM1 V8 powerplant. That's still an impressive, desirable bit of hardware today - and when loaded into this aggressive bodywork, it's quite a seductive prospect. Thoughtfully upgraded, matching numbers and with an equally brash Carmine red livery, this long-nosed, high-octane car may well be one of the finest examples of its type available - and we're sure will garner plenty of very well-deserved interest.
History and Paperwork
- Built in 1979 and originally exported to Switzerland
- Arrived in the UK in 2003
- MOTs in the file dating back to 2003
- Current MOT valid until May 2025
- Believed accurate mileage of 78,169 miles
- Retains original build sheet
The Condition
- Bodywork presents well with no notable defects, cracks or splits
- Carmine Red paintwork looks in very good order
- Wheels and tyres in fine fettle
- Underside in good overall order with light surface corrosion
- Carmen cloth interior appears very smart and striking
- We can't spot any rips or tears to the upholstery
- Door cards are in good condition
- All instruments are clean and legible
- We've not been notified of any technical or electrical issues
- Modern music player has been installed
- Carpets and headlining in good order
The Mechanics
- Powered by the 350cu in (5.7-Litre) LM1 V8 engine
- TH350 3-speed automatic transmission
- Posi traction rear axle with a 3.42 ratio
- High rise aluminium inlet manifold with Edelbrock 4 barrel carburettor
- Road/race camshaft with Hooker comp exhaust headers into a dual stainless steel system
- New/upgraded steering components including centreline, track/tie rods, idler arm, and sway bar links
- Recent carb and ignition tune has been completed, keeping the car capable and responsive
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues
- The vendor reports that it drives beautifully with no issues to note
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1979
- Make Chevrolet
- Model Camaro
- Colour Red
- Odometer 78,169 Miles
- Engine size 5730
Listing Details
- Seller type Trade
- Town Knutsford
- Location Cheshire
- Country United Kingdom
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