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General Discussion / Re: Old Mustang guy looking at a 69 Z28, Help please

« on: February 01, 2023, 09:34:17 PM »

I feel the same way. So what do you think of the bidding on that ebay Z?

Non oe engine projects are valued as the sum of the parts.

Buildable chassis w/good title, 12 bolt axle, trans & shifter. Body has more rust than is obvious, concerned about the filler in the roof above the windshield. Really crusty undercarriage. Trunk floor and frame rails look weak. Assuming the trans is original [aftermarket shifter] and the axle is original BU/BV, it's already high IMHO.

So, as the story continues....the rear axle is not the original 12 inch. My gut; as well as all the great advice, observations, and input I have received on this site and the camaros.net site; has me heavily leaning to pass on this. The asking price is $15k and as I learn more, I am thinking this is a $8k car. I would rather spend twice as much and get a nice solid first gen with a 4spd. I will let ya'll know if things change. Thank you for all the lhelp!

LOL Mustang guy! Gotcha again! 9 inch Ford, 12 bolt Chevy. I love that you put yourself out there! Anything we can do to help you bridge the manufacturers gap is good. There are certainly things about other manufactures that I don't know and appreciate learning about when I get schooled!

As for a CE motor, not as good as original, but not a deal breaker either. I'm sure there are more NOM cars remaining than original motor cars.

You're killing me .... somebody moved the dizzy to the back of the engine....

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General Discussion / Re: Old Mustang guy looking at a 69 Z28, Help please

« on: January 06, 2023, 09:40:57 PM »

We ain't here to burst ya bubble - just to set ya straight!!!!   

and that is EXACTLY why I came here

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General Discussion / Re: Old Mustang guy looking at a 69 Z28, Help please

« on: January 06, 2023, 08:41:53 PM »

I feel the same way. So what do you think of the bidding on that ebay Z?

Non oe engine projects are valued as the sum of the parts.

Buildable chassis w/good title, 12 bolt axle, trans & shifter. Body has more rust than is obvious, concerned about the filler in the roof above the windshield. Really crusty undercarriage. Trunk floor and frame rails look weak. Assuming the trans is original [aftermarket shifter] and the axle is original BU/BV, it's already high IMHO.

So, as the story continues....the rear axle is not the original 12 inch. My gut; as well as all the great advice, observations, and input I have received on this site and the camaros.net site; has me heavily leaning to pass on this. The asking price is $15k and as I learn more, I am thinking this is a $8k car. I would rather spend twice as much and get a nice solid first gen with a 4spd. I will let ya'll know if things change. Thank you for all the lhelp!

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General Discussion / Re: Old Mustang guy looking at a 69 Z28, Help please

« on: January 06, 2023, 05:08:35 PM »

Thank you everyone for your input.

I do have a bunch of pictures from the seller now. Should I post them? I am really on the fence on this one.

I am asking the seller about the 12 bolt now....

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General Discussion / Re: Old Mustang guy looking at a 69 Z28, Help please

« on: January 06, 2023, 05:05:05 PM »

There's a place for non-original engine Z/28s.

The late John Z had an excellent original Z; docs and owner history back to new. Happened to have received a warranty short block early in its life. Still a 302, with all other parts transferred over from the original engine. Wouldn't bother me in the least.

Projects like this are great candidates for a Resto-Mod or a Day 2 build like the Yellow² Z on SYC.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/115663356273

I feel the same way. So what do you think of the bidding on that ebay Z?

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General Discussion / Re: Old Mustang guy looking at a 69 Z28, Help please

« on: January 05, 2023, 05:33:04 PM »

cowl hood

Does the tag indicate cowl hood? Since the tag does not indicate D80, does that mean this car came w/o the front air dam and rear spoiler?

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General Discussion / Re: Old Mustang guy looking at a 69 Z28, Help please

« on: January 05, 2023, 05:07:17 PM »

I am looking at a 69 Z28 (confirmed by the cowl tag) It is originally a grabber orange.

Ford speak for Hugger Orange.

Welcome to the site! It looks promising. Good luck if you decide to purchase it. Everyone here would like to hear more about it and your progress.

Oops! .... I warned you

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General Discussion / Re: Old Mustang guy looking at a 69 Z28, Help please

« on: January 04, 2023, 07:51:34 PM »

Thank you Ed. I have requested the VIN.

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General Discussion / Old Mustang guy looking at a 69 Z28, Help please

« on: January 04, 2023, 07:30:49 PM »

I am looking at a 69 Z28 (confirmed by the cowl tag) It is originally a grabber orange w/ black std interior car. Currently has a 400? and 4 spd. Is there a way to find out the original engine, trans, rear?

Also, is there anyone willing to help me evaluate the cars possible value? ... but not snipe it

Thanks!