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Title: 1969 pace car questions
Post by: BULLITT65 on August 21, 2021, 11:14:42 PM

So I saw this pace car, with many mods, and I got to looking at the Trim tag, and with the finger smudges of sealer over the rivets, I wanted some opinions on the tag itself.
thanks
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1969-chevrolet-camaro-z11-l78-pace-car-convertible-6/

Title: Re: 1969 pace car questions
Post by: firstgenaddict on August 21, 2021, 11:56:29 PM

I believe the tag to be real.
I am guessing it had a L48 originally.

Title: Re: 1969 pace car questions
Post by: KurtS on August 22, 2021, 04:39:16 AM

Tag is real.
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Title: Re: 1969 pace car questions
Post by: BULLITT65 on August 22, 2021, 07:21:09 AM

Thank you guys. I think the smudge sealer and all the mods on the car got me thinking.

I don't see many original Pace cars, where they have chosen to modify them, since they are sought after in there original configuration.

It will be interesting to see how it does in the auction vs. a stock one in similar condition.

Title: Re: 1969 pace car questions
Post by: 67conv6cyl on August 22, 2021, 04:25:02 PM

I always like original….however My opinion is that this car is stunning and this car seems comes with original parts. I would love to own it!

Title: Re: 1969 pace car questions
Post by: firstgenaddict on August 22, 2021, 08:05:31 PM

I wish white comfort weave were an option in 69 Camaros, personally I love it.

Title: Re: 1969 pace car questions
Post by: z28z11 on August 23, 2021, 04:22:25 AM

I agree with Kurt's assesment, tag looks to be legit, although it's likely been R&R'd - that sealer is a bit over the top. 

I usually don't mind modified cars; it does seem a little sacrilegious to change so much on an original car - but to each his own.

Regards,
Steve

Title: Re: 1969 pace car questions
Post by: Kelley W King on August 23, 2021, 11:55:12 AM

if you painted the aluminum engine parts and the radiator it would almost look original. I have been working with the original AC on my triple black pontiac Trans AM (aka HOT) and vintage air starts looking better every 95 degree day. Saving original parts is a plus as the next owner can put them back.