1967 Camaro SS 396/375 - 1122 Actual miles

[Zedder]

I think it has been said a number of times in this thread that your car is currently the earliest "KNOWN" car next to Grumpy's. Another car with an earlier VIN could show up tomorrow, but no one knows.

You've got a great car, so I'd stop worrying about whether it is the first, second or third "sold to the public". I don't think anyone really puts that much emphasis on it. My old red 4P L78 is the next known car to yours. Unless it was the first built or Grumpy's car, it wouldn't matter to me if it was the next, second or third. I'd just be happy that I had a cool 4P L78 with the original motor In your case, I'd be thrilled to have original paint

[John]

... Thanks and I do agree.
I am keeping this car "as found" and am not going to put license plates on it to drive.
There is alot of Homemade things under the car that made it go faster and stop quicker. I am keeping those on the car and just cleaning up the underside.
I was told that this "could be" The first "known" car that was ORDERED and DELIVERED to a Dealership.
... That, to me, would be of interest.
... and may not interest others.
Just trying to figure out all that I can about this car.
... I thought that this would be the place to ask these questions.
... I am sure that others may show up too !

... I always appreciate your input as you have followed these cars alot closer then I have.
... Thanks again.

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[Zedder]

I would do the same if I were you. I would build a period correct motor for it and get it running and driving. Then I'd get it out there for others to appreciate! You wouldn't be lying to say that it is the first known '67 L78 sold to the public on a nice sign board.

I appreciate that you are working hard to uncover its history. That was always the most fun part of the old car hobby to me.

[John]

... In 1969, WATTS Motor Co., Williamsburg, Va. Sponsored the car and was advertised on the side of the Camaro at that time.
... I will be building the 1969 396/375 Motor that they gave him to race with at that time.

The reason I have to ask so many questions is because the current list of "Found" 1967 396/375 Camaros is not readily available to the general public or even those that help contribute to the Registry of these cars like what is done with the Supercar Registry.
... Maybe one day it will be.
I am sure that other cars will be found and added to the list if that happens.
... For now, I will just keep asking questions for those that will choose to contribute to the information and knowledge that they have learned ... much like you have
... and that is greatly appreciated.
CRG has been a great source of knowledge on all years of Camaros and I am thankful for that.
Thanks for your help and encouragement !

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[luzl78]

i think there is 230-250 67 l78 accounted for in some registries.

[John]

... That is nice to know.
I am sure alot more will be found.
... Good luck to everyone that is searching for one.

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[Kurt S]

Originally Posted by Zedder

You wouldn't be lying to say that it is the first known '67 L78 sold to the public on a nice sign board.

I don't agree - that is incorrect. The first car sold to the public was Grumpy's.

[John]

Originally Posted by Kurt S

I don't agree - that is incorrect. The first car sold to the public was Grumpy's.

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... That fine.
... Would my car be the First ordered and sold thru a Dealership ... or would Grumpy's car be that too ?

... Just would like to know,
I'm not trying to cause any big debate it's just hard to tell when the updated list is not available to the general public.

... It's not a big deal either way.
The Original Paint is what I like about my car.
... Thanks in advance for your input and knowledge.

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[Zedder]

Originally Posted by Kurt S

I don't agree - that is incorrect. The first car sold to the public was Grumpy's.

That's a fair comment. I think many just consider Grumpy "special", but your comment is accurate - he was just a regular guy

[Kurt S]

I don't know how the Grumpy order was placed, but I think it had to be through a dealer. Not sure why it went to Detroit.