The Difference Between the 67 & 68 Camaro Gold Eagle Co

Differences Within a Generation '67'69 Camaro


With two inline-six engines (230/250 cubic inches with 140/155 horsepower) , two 327-cu-in small-block V-8s (210/275 hp), a 302 small-block (Camaro Z28), a 350 small-block (L48, 295 hp), two 396 big-block V-8s (L35/L78, 325/375 hp) complete with an assortment of manual and automatic transmissions, the Camaro catered to all performance needs.

Differences Within a Generation '67'69 Camaro


#1 · Jun 6, 2007 I am a Trans Am guy about to get head on into the Camaro project for PatriotDream.org and I just want to see what I'll be looking at. We were initially looking for a 69, but the prices are crazy compared to the 67 and 68s, so we've expanded our search. What are the real differences between the years?

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1969 Firebird, Trans Am 1969 was an all-new body for the Firebird, and it was also the first year for the Trans Am. It was still the first generation model, even though the looks changed immensely - and the body changed similarly the following year.

At A Glance How To Spot Differences In First Gen Camaro


Enthusiasts with a need for speed were happy to discover that the '68 model gave them more bang for their buck with the 350-horsepower option of the 396-cubic-inch, big block V8. It's also worth noting that the '67 model did not have the spoiler option. This became available as an option on all cars except those with a rear antenna in 1968-69.

Differences Within a Generation '67'69 Camaro


There are other minor differences to tabs and internal molding. 68 console would have had the walnut woodgrain parts, 69 have the rosewood. 3938640 - 1968-69 Camaro; Center Console Assembly; GM Licensed I am not an expert on these consoles, but the 67 Camaro console and 67 Firebird console is very similar with black pebble finish.

Differences Within a Generation '67'69 Camaro


You'll also find the separate lenses for 1968, but they'll both be red with the square reverse light below the bumper like the 1967. For the 1969 RS models, the rear lamps have a horizontal divider with all red lenses, and the reverse lamp is larger and mounted below the bumper.

Differences Within a Generation '67'69 Camaro


Left to right: 1967, 1968, and 1969. But other than some general body design cues, what telltale items differentiate the '68 from the '69 Camaro? While all three model years have different taillights, the '69 Camaro differs significantly. The '67 and '68 Camaro both have two lights per bezel, but the '69 has three.

At A Glance How To Spot Differences In First Gen Camaro


They were all the same except two parts. Here are the differences I found. The #3 mount location, (under the front seats) are #13, 3901361, which are also the same for 68 and 69, but the mate cushion (donut), #10 3914802 for 68 and #15 3962720 for 69. So, my questions are: Has anybody ever compared between these two bushings 3914802 and 3962720.

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There were a few design changes in 1968. The vent windows were eliminated. To replace that airflow, below-dash air vents (Astro-Ventilation) were added to the interior. Sidemarker lights were added to the front fenders and ther rear quarters, a mandate for all 1968 vehicles by the NTSA. 1967 Camaro 1968 Camaro

Differences Within a Generation '67'69 Camaro


Some of its platform was shared with the upcoming 1968 Chevy II, and the frame structure was a "semi-unitized" design: A front steel subframe assembly was the basis for engine, transmission, front.

Spotter’s Guide Identifying The 19671969 Camaro Beyond the


Side marker lights were not federally-mandated until 1968, and the '68 Camaro has a larger rectangular-shaped side light, while the '69 Camaro has a narrow rectangular-shaped side marker light. The 1968 is also unique, because it has a strip of chrome that runs along the top of the doors.

Spotter’s Guide Identifying The 19671969 Camaro Beyond the


4-speed shifter diagram There is one basic shifter design used for the 1967-68 4-speed and 1967-69 3-speed shifters. The main difference between the 3-speed and the 4-speed shifters is that the 3-speed has only two internal levers for the shifter rods, while the 4-speed has three internal levers.

At A Glance How To Spot Differences In First Gen Camaro


There are subtle differences between the models. 1967 has a single lens, 1968 has two lenses, and the 1969 lamps have a more slender appearance. For 1967 there is a single lens for the tail lamp. The RS model will have a long, rectangular red tail lamp, with the back-up lamp below the bumper.

At A Glance How To Spot Differences In First Gen Camaro


Re: 67/68 vs. 69 Rear Spoiler. « Reply #1 on: February 14, 2010, 04:25:56 AM ». The 67-8 Camaro has narrower rear 1/4s than a 69. The "short" spoiler used in 68 was carried over into the 69 model year, with the transition to the wider spoiler being pretty much finished around the end of Feb 69. The long 69 spoiler won't work on a 67.

The Difference Between the 67 & 68 Camaro Gold Eagle Co


The first-generation Chevrolet Camaro is an American muscle car introduced by Chevrolet in the fall of 1966 for the 1967 model year.It rode on a brand-new rear-wheel-drive GM F-body platform and was available as a 2-door, 2+2 seat, hardtop, and convertible.The F-body was shared with the Pontiac Firebird for all generations. A 230 cu in Chevrolet straight-6 was standard, with several Chevy V8s.

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Also, '67 has wing vent windows and round wheel openings. '68 has no wing vent windows but still has round wheel openings. '69 has no wing vent window but squared wheel openings with body lines running down the side of the car. easy ways to tell the difference when you meet that cool ride on the highway! 1

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