Photo: Mecum
There are so many older-gen Chevrolet Camaros in customized form out there that one has to be truly special to get our blood pumping these days. That's something we don't come across very often, but when we do... well, just look at this 1971 example and you'll know what I mean.
1971 was just at the beginning of the model's second generation. It was the time when the Camaro received extensive restyling compared to what came before it, and also came as a larger car, despite using pretty much the same underpinning setup as the first generation.
The car was as successful as it could be back in its day, but more importantly than that it remains one of the pillars of today's custom industry, while in stock and well-preserved form it's a collector must-have.
The one we have here is of the customized variety, the work of a garage going by the name Customs By Lopez. It's the car's body that immediately captures the attention, thanks to the rare copper metallic paint and the discreet and not-at-all-unpleasant flames licking their way from the front fenders to the door handles.
The body of the Camaro was largely left untouched when it comes to its shape, but all the panels look straightened and very well cared for. It's made even more appealing by the shiny US Mags wheels sized at 18 inches in the front and 20 inches at the rear, all of them shod in Riken Raptor tires.
The rear ones are at the receiving end of the undisclosed amount of power generated by the 383ci stroker engine, sent there by means of a 12-bolt rear end and limited slip differential. The engine runs a Weber carburetor and automatic transmission.
The Camaro's road stance and ability to maintain itself upright are ensured by an adjustable coilover suspension with tubular front A-arms and 4-link rear setup.
Inside there's a suede party in full swing, with the material generously spread on the front seats and rear bench, on the door panels, and the center console. From place to place, it's complemented by leather.
The interior layout is the classic one, but there are modern fittings in there, visible in the form of Autometer gauges, MB Quart sound system with subwoofers and amplifiers, and a head unit of Pioneer make. Access to the interior is achieved through a keyless system.
The 1971 Chevrolet Camaro in this form is listed for sale by auction house Mecum during its Fall Special event in Indianapolis next month. There is no mention as to how much it is expected to fetch, but there seems to a reserve on it.
We'll keep an eye out for results and report back when we learn how much the car managed to get.
The car was as successful as it could be back in its day, but more importantly than that it remains one of the pillars of today's custom industry, while in stock and well-preserved form it's a collector must-have.
The one we have here is of the customized variety, the work of a garage going by the name Customs By Lopez. It's the car's body that immediately captures the attention, thanks to the rare copper metallic paint and the discreet and not-at-all-unpleasant flames licking their way from the front fenders to the door handles.
The body of the Camaro was largely left untouched when it comes to its shape, but all the panels look straightened and very well cared for. It's made even more appealing by the shiny US Mags wheels sized at 18 inches in the front and 20 inches at the rear, all of them shod in Riken Raptor tires.
The rear ones are at the receiving end of the undisclosed amount of power generated by the 383ci stroker engine, sent there by means of a 12-bolt rear end and limited slip differential. The engine runs a Weber carburetor and automatic transmission.
The Camaro's road stance and ability to maintain itself upright are ensured by an adjustable coilover suspension with tubular front A-arms and 4-link rear setup.
Inside there's a suede party in full swing, with the material generously spread on the front seats and rear bench, on the door panels, and the center console. From place to place, it's complemented by leather.
The interior layout is the classic one, but there are modern fittings in there, visible in the form of Autometer gauges, MB Quart sound system with subwoofers and amplifiers, and a head unit of Pioneer make. Access to the interior is achieved through a keyless system.
The 1971 Chevrolet Camaro in this form is listed for sale by auction house Mecum during its Fall Special event in Indianapolis next month. There is no mention as to how much it is expected to fetch, but there seems to a reserve on it.
We'll keep an eye out for results and report back when we learn how much the car managed to get.
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