1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS restomod
- Engine
- 427 cu in (approx. 7.0L) all-aluminum V8, fuel-injected, ~600 bhp
- Colour
- Torch Red
A heavily modified 1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS restomod conceived by Midwest collector Denny Miller in the mid-2000s. Built over approximately two years by multiple specialist shops, it features a rotisserie body restoration with bespoke bodywork, a C4 Corvette independent suspension with air springs, and a 427 cu in all-aluminium ZL-1 V-8 producing a claimed 600 horsepower via Hilborn fuel injection. The build earned multiple national show awards including recognition as a top-ten show car by Super Chevy magazine.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$165,000
- → 2017Acquisition unknownDenny Millerpartial documentation
Longtime Midwest collector who commissioned the full restomod build starting from a 1969 Camaro RS/SS, working with multiple specialist shops over roughly two years in the mid-2000s. Car became a regular show-circuit competitor under his ownership.
- 2017 →Acquisition unknownRon Jurypartial documentation
Had the car serviced in 2023, including drivetrain rebuilds, cooling system maintenance, suspension and linkage adjustments, electrical repairs, and new tires.
Competition
- —Hot Rod Super NationalsNational Grand Champion
One of several show-circuit wins during the car's active exhibition period following completion of the build.
- —Chevy Vette Fest999 out of 1,000 points
Near-perfect score at a major Chevrolet-focused show event.
- —Super Chevy Top Ten Show Cars of the YearTop Ten selection
Recognition by the publication Super Chevy as one of the ten best show cars in the relevant year; car also received editorial coverage in the August 2007 issue of Super Rod.
Maintenance & restoration
- 2023Service
Comprehensive servicing covering alternator and water pump rebuilds, cooling system flush, suspension and shift-linkage adjustment, resolution of electrical faults, and fitment of new tyres.
Engine bay and undercarriage were reported to be in exceptionally well-presented condition following this work.
- —RestorationWatson's Rod Shop
Full rotisserie refurbishment of the 1969 Camaro body and chassis at Watson's Rod Shop, incorporating extensive modifications including independent Corvette C4 suspension, Ridetech air-spring shocks, Wilwood brakes, Corvette rack-and-pinion steering, bespoke bodywork, and Torch Red paint.
Project took approximately two years and involved multiple specialist shops in addition to Watson's.
- —Engine rebuildAmerican Speed
Assembly of a 427 cu in all-aluminium ZL-1 V-8 with upgraded camshafts, pushrods, pistons, and exhaust, plus a Hilborn electronic fuel-injection system with bespoke velocity stacks, yielding an estimated 600 horsepower.
Located in Moline, Illinois. Power is transmitted via a Richmond five-speed manual gearbox to a Dana 44 limited-slip rear axle.
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