Government Seized ’69 Z28 Chevy Camaro RS Found Parked Since 1971 With Only 19k Miles
A high-performance car built to compete in the Trans-Am racing series was the 1969 Z28 Camaro RS. It included a four-speed manual transmission, a 302 cubic inch V8 engine with 290 horsepower, and an exclusive suspension system. Hideaway headlamps, unique striping, and a new grille were all introduced by the RS package. When it was initially produced, this car was incredibly popular, and it is still a highly valued classic today.
The authorities confiscated a 1969 Z28 Camaro RS in 1971 because it had being used to smuggle illicit drugs from California to Florida. After being abandoned, the vehicle sat in a government impound facility for more than 50 years until being found parked and with only 19,000 kilometers on the clock. This finding has shocked the classic vehicle world, and many aficionados have dubbed it a once-in-a-lifetime treasure.
According to accounts, a drug dealer in California first bought the automobile, which he then used to ship illegal drugs to Florida. The car was later impounded by the authorities in 1971, where it stayed until it was recently rediscovered by a group of auto enthusiasts.
The car has only 19,000 kilometers on it and is claimed to be in fantastic condition. The automobile is supposedly in functioning condition and it has its original paint, upholstery, and powertrain. The car’s survival over the years is unknown, although it was probably just forgotten about and allowed to languish in the impound lot.
The finding of this car has generated controversy in the classic car world. It is being hailed as a once-in-a-lifetime treasure by many fans, who are anxious to see it restored to its former splendor. Others have even claimed that if the automobile were repaired and put up for sale, it may fetch up to $1 million.
The car’s future is still up in the air, though. Although it is still in the government’s ownership, it is unknown if they will sell it or maintain it. Others have even recommended that the vehicle be utilized to teach the public about the risks associated with drug trafficking or donated to a museum.
Yet the burglars understood which vehicle to utilize for the operation. They thus decided on this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Rally Sport, which is equipped with a 302 cubic inch, 4.9 liter small-block V8 engine from Chevrolet. This engine really produces more than 350 horsepower despite having a factory-specified output of 290 horsepower and 290 lb.-ft of torque.
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