1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

This 1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS Pace Car Edition is an RPO Z11 example that was upgraded to the L78-spec 396/375 HP big-block Mark IV V-8 as part of a frame-off nut-and-bolt restoration. The 4-bolt main engine has Winters aluminum heads and a Holley 4-barrel carburetor on an aluminum intake. This was the most powerful engine available in a regular-production Camaro in 1969.

Besides the COPO limited-production cars, the Pace Car was the rarest Camaro in 1969. The Z11 Pace Car package was offered only on convertibles equipped with the combined SS and Rally Sport packages. They had hideaway headlights, blacked-out grille, bright wheel-arch and beltline trim, SS badges, heavy-duty suspension, power front disc brakes, special simulated hood intake grilles, F70 tires and simulated rear-fender louvers.

The Z11 Pace Car option was distinguished by its Dover White paint and Hugger Orange striping, white soft top, cowl-induction hood, Rally wheels with Goodyear Polyglas rubber, chromed dual exhaust tips and exclusive Orange Z87 Custom vinyl interior with houndstooth inserts.

Additional options on this car include the front and rear bumper guards, power steering, a rear spoiler, Soft Ray-tinted glass, an 8,000 RPM tachometer, a console with U17 Special Instruments, a wood-grained steering wheel and a Delco AM/FM radio.

This is one of 3,675 Pace Car Editions produced.

By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2018