Original key envelope

[uscrichter]

A friend of mine has a classic key business and asked if this original envelope was a ‘69 Camaro only item, notice the key is squared vs the reproduction ones which are hexagon shape, does anyone know?

[David K]

That looks like a standard GM item for 69 and up. 69 was the first year of the square key and steering column ignition lock….round key for the trunk. I can’t see the number on the paper. Google it and see what you come up with.

[bertfam]

It's 3958690 and yes, it came with all 1969 through late 1970's GM cars and trucks.

Ed

[uscrichter]

Thanks Ed!

[169INDY]

here is my 1968 Version I got with the Car in 1983
Wonder what year range this PN is applicable to?

[bertfam]

The time frame for that part number (3933878) is late 1967. Prior to the 1968 model year, I don't believe there was a separate key envelope.

Ed

[David K]

I got my car from the original owner, and she kept everything except the body shop receipts. Now I'm curious.

[169INDY]

Ed, they came with my Jan3rd 1968 release LOS Camaro in the glove box when I bought the Car in 1983

[bertfam]

Yes, I found a post on the NCRS site from John that said the 1968 model year was the first year for the "key envelope", so that's now been verified. However, before that I THINK they used the "Key Keeper" envelope (see below) but I'm not sure if it was a "factory" or a "dealer" item. It would be nice for anyone with older Chevrolet cars and trucks with original keys and glove box contents to chime in.

Ed

[David K]

Ed, what time frame would you say late 67 is? I won’t hold you to an exact date, but a general month/week.

[68L30]

Found mine under the drivers seat when I pulled the carpet….Envelope was trashed…Bizarre.

Steve

[bertfam]

Ed, what time frame would you say late 67 is? I won’t hold you to an exact date, but a general month/week.

The start of the 1968 model year - August, 1967

Ed