Storage Unit Find: 1970 Chevrolet Camaro RS
The distinctive frontal treatment leaves no doubt that this storage unit contains a 1970 Camaro RS. This classic has occupied this spot for more than 13-years, but the owner has decided that the time has come for it to head to a new home where a new owner can return it to its former glory. It is a complete vehicle that holds the promise of being a rewarding restoration project. If you fancy letting this classic into your life, you will find it located in Richland, Washington, and listed for sale here on eBay. The owner has set the BIN at $28,999, but he leaves the option to make an offer.
The owner purchased the Camaro in 2003, and it isn’t clear whether it was roadworthy at that point. It has occupied its current spot for too long, although it looks like the environment is conducive to preserving classic steel. The photos that the owner provides aren’t the greatest, but they do reveal some rust in the lower rear quarter panels. It isn’t clear whether there are any other issues, although the lack of problems in areas like the cowl augers well for the buyer. It would still be worth the effort for potential buyers to perform an in-person inspection because the car is located in an area with a high risk of exposure to snow and wet weather. It is hard to be sure what color the car wore when it rolled off the line, but I have spotted a couple of spots that suggest that it may have been Astro Blue with a vinyl top. There’s little doubt that the car would benefit from some media blasting because the paint it wears today looks pretty ordinary. Otherwise, it seems like all of the trim and chrome is present, as is the glass.
The Camaro’s interior is something of a dog’s breakfast, and it features plenty of non-original parts. The seats hail from a later model, while the wheel and gauges look like aftermarket additions. I think that the buyer could potentially be starting from scratch in this case because apart from the dash and pad, everything looks quite tired. That will mean searching for some correct seats and possibly investing in a trim kit to whip this interior into shape. This will lighten the buyer’s wallet to the tune of $1,600, but the results should be worth the effort and expense.
I’m sure that none of you will be shocked to learn that the Camaro doesn’t currently run or drive. The owner doesn’t even indicate whether the engine turns freely. In this case, we find a 350ci V8 and a 3-speed Hydramatic transmission. In this guise, the RS would’ve been capable of romping through the ¼ mile in a respectable 14.9 seconds. It isn’t clear whether it is numbers-matching, but the buyer will face some obstacles before this mighty V8 roars into life. The carburetor is missing, and the lack of activity over more than a decade means that it will need to be inspected carefully before the key is hit for the first time. Given how bulletproof these small-blocks are, I wouldn’t be surprised if the buyer could coax it into life with little effort.
The 1970 Camaro RS shows a lot of potential as a project car, and it is to be hoped that its rust problems are minimal. That is because I think that the owner might be aiming high with his BIN price. It is possible to find some tidy examples for around $30,000, and when you consider the BIN, it doesn’t leave a lot of room to move before the project’s financial viability is called into question. Do you agree, or would you be up for the challenge on this classic?
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Too much money considering what needs to be done. It’s a small block, not the more desirable big block though the 350 is a good engine. It needs rust repair (probably more than we can see), fresh paint, the interior looks like it needs everything including the correct front seats, steering wheel and possibly the correct gauges. The carb is missing, the condition of the 350 is unknown with no mileage listed so possibly some engine work is needed. Of course, if the buyer doesn’t go the factory correct route, some of the changes might not matter. For what the seller is asking, the lack of effort for much better pictures says a lot as far as I’m concerned. Maybe I’m wrong but this ’70 RS Camaro, while a desirable car, is way overpriced. For almost $29k, potential buyers can probably find a better example.
That car could not come from the factory with a big block.
Wrong answer. The 396 was a regular production option from 1970-1972. It could be had in the L78 375hp 396 or the L34 version with 350hp 396. The RS nose was merely an appearance option available on 6cyl, 307,350, 396.
Rick: The 1970, 71 & 72 was offered with the L-34 350hp 396 and the L78 375hp 396. Also available in 71-71 as the LS3 300hp 396 (actually a 402) in 71 and 250hp in 1972.
Oops, sorry guys. I thought the BB was only available in the SS.
I believe Rick is correct……The Camaro pictured above could not be had with a BIG Block I believe that to be fact unless maybe one could order a base Camaro Sport Coupe RS Big Block via COPO. Otherwise a 1970 Camaro had to be a SS to get the 386/402.
fixr, jb can you educate Rick differently ?? I don’t know 100% but it seams you two know beyond a shadow of doubt.
Sorry for my typo
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I believe Rick is correct……The Camaro pictured above could not be had with a BIG Block I believe that to be fact unless maybe one could order a base Camaro Sport Coupe RS Big Block via COPO. Otherwise a 1970 Camaro had to be a SS to get the 396/402.
29K for this! The seller must be on crack! All that I have to day to that is GLWTS, hahaha
There are a number of items that are specific to the 1970 Camaro, including the low back seats. This is going to be an expensive restoration. It would be better to just build it into a cruiser.
Talk about being butchered! That is one rough helmet. Must want to collect the money he paid in storage fees.
The seller is asking for all the money this car plus 13 years worth of storage fees. The only thing this car has going for it is the RS fascia and maybe the tail panel.
Agree….just tooo much.
I’d like 100k for my 2010 Lexus also but that ain’t gonna happen either. As I alway say. “ If you want ALL of the money, you need to have ALL of the car” This car needs everything. It doesn’t even have the original seats. It’s gonna be an expensive restoration.
Wow, tv auctions have ruined the car hobby. Everyone thinks their car is worth 10x what it really is worth and they will let them rot into the ground instead of being reasonable. Shut the door, pay another 20 years of storage and sell it for 10k
People have lost their minds on what they think their POS cars are worth anymore. On average, if you discount the average price asked by 75%, you’re in the ballpark of its true value.
Sure got dirty being in that enclosed storage unit for 13 years! Not sealed very well or weatherproofed.
This 70 RS is nowhere near what the owner is asking , in reality if he ever comes down to it would be 10-11k . What a train wreck of missing parts and issues of the motor not running . The rear spoiler is from 1971 or it might been a late built car in 1970 , most of the Camaro’s came with the smaller better looking rear spoiler . The only way it would be worth more is if was running with no missing parts and a matching number car (no mention of that ) No mileage either .
Finally , We all agree on Something . I was thinking like $6k if that . Even if I hit the Lotto I would no way in Heel pay what this Psycho is asking .
What’s going on with the paint on the drivers side front fender? A bondo tsunami?
Look carefully, the driver’s front fender has a more pronounced “flare” from the lousy body work compared to the passenger side front fender. Those would need replacement.
Wow. Even if it was an SS396 or Z28 this car would be way overpriced.
She was parked at the edge of a swamp for ten years before being moved to the storage bin she’s now in. It took 13 years to dry out.
They say start high you can always come down, in this case the seller is high on something….. how about some beach front property in Arizona?
At that price, it looks like the owner will be paying many more months for storage unit rent.
In this case, I suspect “RS” means “Rodents Spectacular”. I believe I’ve seen better examples sitting on concrete blocks. It seems highly unlikely that anyone will be taking it home soon.
I’d kinda like to find a base model Camaro, straight 6 under the hood, 3 or 4 speed manual, but with the split bumper nose from the factory.
Yes I agree with all of you
Way to much asking price
5k to 10k is even taking a chance
GOOD LUCK BUDDY !
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“I’d kinda like to find a base model Camaro, straight 6 under the hood, 3 or 4 speed manual, but with the split bumper nose from the factory.”
You could order the RS package on any and all Camaro’s. At one time there were many base Camaro SportCoupes with the RS package. Now they have been turned into Z/28 clones or SS BigBlock wannabe’s. The truth of the matter is…..If I was going to put $60 to $80k into rebuilding a six popper Mustang, Cougar, Cuda, Challenger, Firebird, or Camaro. Well then I’d do whatever I wanted to with the engine, trans, diff, brakes, and suspension. I could care less what the Deaks think of it. Deak and all the little sheets like him can restore their nutcup and fill it back up with mixed nuts like they always have. The Deaks will never do a thing to the car they will never own, but they spend a lot of time on here telling others what they should do.
That would be RS/SS BigBlock wannabe’s.
Who would waste storage money on this Camaro?
Just because it has an RS front, this dude thinks his car is worth three times what it’s really worth. It all comes down to stupid people with more money than brains to buy this. While the RS front end 70 to 73 Camaros are my favorite, I will keep the 73 Corvette in my garage for now.
20 grand too much