700 hp All Motor '69 Camaro Detroit Speed Built Restomod

Nothing Beats a naturally aspirated V8 and this Camaro has a Black Label LS7 pushing 700 hp so it's a total badass! Considering Detroit Speed built this 7 years ago it still looks and drives amazing with huge bear brakes and of course Detroit speed front and rear subframe connectors. So sit back and enjoy the ride...
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[@brianspangler3771]

A 69 camaro with an LS7 is such a great combination.

[@hawiianpwr]

For sure, a 69 with an LS7 mated to a six speed. One badass combo for sure.

[@so5ofour]

Fucking nuts! I love that shit

[@cocodrilo1443]

I know. It's simply magnificent (smile, tear runs down eye)

[@brianspangler3771]

@@cocodrilo1443 Take it for a spin, the smile gets bigger and the tears run around to the back of your head. 😅

[@rdy2run332]

Yes indeed....

[@DXFXmc]

A person could be having a bad Day, then you post some Awesome content and everything is all better!!😁😁🤗🤗 Thanks Shawn!!

[@craigm2484]

110% agree with you have a good one.

[@jasonmacneil2256]

Man, you are speaking the truth in volumes!!

[@johnathanvillegas2099]

Me rn

[@brandonwhorley674]

Detriot Speed is running in the top of the restomod industry. I'm in Raleigh and there is an untapped market here.

[@UNOwen-nn6ui]

Im lying in a Hospital right now, his video pops up and just brightens my day man. Big thank you to Autotopia and Shawn for always making my day with these kinda videos! Stay safe guys^^.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Hope you’re ok? Glad we can make your day a little brighter. Seriously hope you’re well and sorry you’re in the hospital

[@SD70ACE-]

Get well soon, stay strong. God bless you and your family..

[@artz50]

Hope everything goes well stay strong with God and The Family

[@jasonmacneil2256]

Get well soon Owen. God bless and keep you.

[@firststep7750]

It's modernised but not over the top. It's a solid balance! I love that you're travelling too!! Killer.

[@jeffreynolds3848]

First Step - totally agree; well said!

[@VG-iq8xq]

Yeah man and I really appreciate that its NA motor. Car looks killer!

[@allergictoglobalists]

That guy seems like he is a super cool and humble person.

[@kimosabbe50]

I couldn't agree more. I was thinking, "Intellectual gear head", as well 👍 👍

[@robertc4311]

kimosabbe50 ...he and the wife were suspension engineers for GM back in the day...so it makes sense

[@kimosabbe50]

@@robertc4311 Oh! I had no idea 😀 ... very cool, thank you for the backstory.

[@mjz187]

Do i seem cool too?

[@sarahdell4042]

I live in the area. They have a VERY solid rep around here.

[@EngineManiacBoy]

This Is a Special Car, She's look like a "classic"69 Camaro But Under the Hood is a Really Beast. I love It

[@chrisolevich7538]

Recently bought a 69 with an LSA. Having tune , pulleys , intake and bit of extra work done for now. I’ve been dreaming of owning a car like this with my dad who’s sadly passed since I was a little kid. If not for him I’d never be able to own one. Sean from Autotopia never fails to put a smile on my face. So many amazing stories , people with incredible talent, heartwarming stories and the cars he gets to drive .... Damn!!! Several dreams come true lol. Been following Detroit speed for some time now as well.... Outstanding work. Hoping my car finds its way up there for some extra work in the coming months.

[@MZ-xm1nq]

It looks perfect. How does this 10 year old car only have 9,500 miles on it? Crazy... If this was mine I would drive it as much as possible.

[@jasonmacneil2256]

Its not "original" miles!! The car has new gauges!!

[@duane9707]

AutotopiaLA, thanks for these videos from/at DS. I know it's a lot of work but I'm sure I speak for many who appreciate your work. Hats off!

[@UNOwen-nn6ui]

Absolutely! I love this channel.One of my favourites. Makes my day everytime :)

[@jeffreynolds3848]

Duane - I absolutely second that - well said!

[@TheYouTubeMechanic]

Can you do all the factory 5 cars? That would be awesome!

[@jm-hb9tl]

How can you Not love this Bad Ass Camaro😎? To all the jealous and butthurt people that gave the thumbs down👎 to this video, I have a my own finger salute for you🖕.

[@AutotopiaLA]

I’m with you but there’s always haters no matter how good the car is

[@13ullet]

Everytime I see these 69's it makes me save my money even more!

[@kanervatie]

Great stance. Great everything! That could be the dream car I'm looking for.

[@hent1438]

That's one sexy-ass machine. Love the 69 Camaro.

[@GreaserthoughtsGarage]

Man that thing is bad

[@TheRealJasonJayV]

Badass 'Maro I digs the overall look of the vehicle 🇺🇸💪🤘😎

[@pinotgrizio3567]

Shawn whoever your sound guy is did an unbelievable job getting Kyles soft spoken voice over that exhaust. Mad props love this channel!

[@andrewipp426]

It seems to be the perfect 69 Camaro, 10 year old build and did I hear correctly that the owner drives from New Jersey to Florida with this car? That is a reliable driver’s car, being that confident to take it on a 1000 mile trip each way! That’s the way to instill confidence for the owner knowing he or she is not gonna break down. You can see how Kyle is so passionate about how he builds cars for his customers, making sure everything has been shaken down and trouble shot that it what every gear head wants to feel when his cars being built. DETROIT Speed has the right formula for building restomod / proTouring cars thank you Shawn for bringing great cars yet again!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Love your comment here and yes, Kyle and his crew are as pro as it gets! What an awesome car and we’ve got a couple more to show from them soon

[@hankgs]

Why would anyone want to own a Porsche or Ferrari when you can have this!

[@YukonDemon]

I think this is hands down the nicest first gen Camaro I've seen. Not overdone, beautiful interior, and power!!! Not to mention, bad ass exhaust note at idle. And everywhere else for that matter. Thanks again Shawn for making my day a bit brighter. 👍🤘

[@dumbmechanic5215]

Took the words right out of my mouth. I read the comments to see if anyone would mention it - it's not overdone, it's subdued, but that's what makes it what it is. Best looking first gen I think I've seen. I'm so so jealous!

[@YukonDemon]

@@dumbmechanic5215 Hell yeah! Such a beautiful build

[@nrtcrrupt8795]

I wanna know where I can contact this guy because I do want to build one

[@AutotopiaLA]

DSE built this for the owner so I’d reach out to them

[@stevenbrown3692]

7:47 beautiful! ✌🇺🇸

[@mjz187]

I want Detroit Speed to build my car. But a little scared because ppl say they over charge you

[@AutotopiaLA]

They’re not cheap but they do it right and you can’t say that about a lot of builders. Even reputable companies. They don’t overcharge, they charge based on quality of parts and work

[@mjz187]

@@AutotopiaLA Will give them a call hopefully they can do the job as you stated not to many people can do this type of work.

[@turbo6598]

This car is sick !!!!!! as this car pulls off the Roar the shifts of the stick shift ,you can almost visualize fireworks going off and the Star-Spangled Banner is playing this car screams America

[@AutotopiaLA]

Awesome comment!!

[@danetaylor273]

This car sets the bar for a protouring 69 camaro. Absolutely perfect. Kyle's such a cool cat

[@AutotopiaLA]

Kyle is very cool and agreed on this being the definition of pro touring

[@hotrodder5034]

That's one bad bitch!! Love it!! 👍🏾💪🏾

[@1g4u]

Looking for a AutotopiaLA & Detroit Speed makeover. I have a stock bucket 69 Firebird in need of help 👍🏁

[@AutotopiaLA]

I’m looking for the same for a 2nd gen Camaro...hoping we get it together this year!

[@terrywoodhams2642]

I love that car guys are car guys. Chevy mix with dodge mix with ford mix with Chevy it doesn’t matter what ever make a car the best it can be.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Agreed. Some newer folks have become purists...I’m into hot rodding and mixing brands is fine with me

[@conchrisafis2617]

Wicked ride has so much of its original style with modern gear what a cool guy as well would definitely do business with him😎

[@AutotopiaLA]

He’s awesome and the cars they build are top notch. All about class and performance

[@alpeena]

love his builds........some of the best....this is a simple elegant gorgeous low key car....awesome.....but a cage in a street ride?...not smart.......well, just dont drive on street too often

[@AutotopiaLA]

The way they got the cage out of the way of your head is awesome! Great build

[@CyberDocUSA]

Noticed Jersey plates the first few seconds in yet you're in North Carolina? Lol. Yeah, muggy as hell here in VA, too! Sweet ride all around, man.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Yeah, it was down from Jersey getting a few things handled. The humidity kicked my Cali ass!!

[@CyberDocUSA]

@@AutotopiaLA, yeah man, the humidity is like 90% here all the time in central VA. Took me a bit to develop the gill capacity for breathing.... had to remember how to exhale.

[@jasonmacneil2256]

Shawn, I'm a huge fan of Kyle and his wife! Also DSE parts! Very cool car. Shawn, I was wondering what you think of Ring Brothers door handles?? I've got a 69 GTO the wife and I are building.

[@AutotopiaLA]

I love Ring Brothers parts. Design. Quality. Very cool stuff imo

[@jasonmacneil2256]

@@AutotopiaLA Thank you Shawn for writing back. I know you're busy, but I, and so many others, really appreciate all your hard work in bringing us all these incredible car videos. God bless you Shawn.

[@runslaTe]

man what a machine

[@brianhoffman5414]

This is a beautiful car 700 horsepower all motor that's impressive I'd like to take it for a spin.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Such a sick Camaro! DSE is amazing

[@bravofoxable]

What a helluva car! Clean, well thought through, solid build. Perfect. Kyle takes pride in what he does hey. Well done. Thanks Shawn, made my day, as usual 👍🏻

[@AutotopiaLA]

Glad you liked it. Kyle is pure class and passion. Wait til you see the shoots we did on track. He can seriously drive!

[@abedanielspictures]

My Dads was a 454 with a Doug Nash 5 and a 12 bolt and he sold it to someone else. Learned the hard way to love these cars!

[@RJ-lk5pj]

Great fit and finish. I would of liked to see a different style steering wheel on the inside though. Maybe something with wood burn black finish. That particular one just looks to similar to all the tuner vehicle out there now a days. Sounds menacing 👍🏻💪🏻

[@jesusm2159]

Does the camaro have wheel hop kit support

[@pablocruise678]

Just filthy!!! Plenty of horses...nudge wink!

[@AutotopiaLA]

It’s such a kick ass build and after 10 years still looks, runs and drives great!

[@wolfthornhawkridge5705]

Anybody that bites their lip while their shifting loves what they do, Go Kyle!

[@jeffreynolds3848]

WolfThorn HawkRidge - yep! That made me chuckle the most...!

[@micjubba709]

It shifts for deffo doesnt hang about

[@BigredGT-pm5lm]

Gorgeous camaro 👍👍

[@micjubba709]

Wow what a car sounds nasty just how a canero should be love the build 🤤🤤🤤😮

[@micjubba709]

That burn out was amazing loved that fast and furious car for real Kyle was awesome doing that 😁

[@coyoteslugger3936]

What I like is that every part is specially built for a purpose the interior is not overly done and the engine is simple.

[@brhomtabuk1941]

This car screams power , great car and well built .... super cool guy 😎

[@DanneyTanner]

The roll bar needs a pad on the bar above your head.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Typically yes but this bar is tucked way up giving plenty of clearance

[@kevinarcher6908]

I love the power in the car every time he shifts the front end raises I wish I had the money to have one built

[@oldschoolhiphop2275]

Maple motors has them ready to go. You can finance them. Their located in Tennessee, & they have some nice classic 60's & 70's muscle. Everything is restored & ready.

[@robertc4311]

...met Kyle and Stacy Tucker at the Power Tour in San Berdo back many years ago. They were super nice people and just starting their company. I had a 69 Camaro SS/RS at the time, and it was a build in progress that was influenced by Mark Stielows pro touring builds. I remember we talked about rear tire size figment, and I believe they had a yellow and black 69 Camaro? Watched their company grow and make an impact and become the “go to” company for pro touring...awesome people who deserve their success.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Never met her but Kyle is not only a great engineer but truly a wonderful person to know

[@maximusvonce1381]

How much power at wheel. I am guessing 500wheel with big stalled th400 410 gears. Manual make more but be slower. Dynos are deceiving. Track is true test. Big stalled th400 will crush any manuals, even though dyno shows higher numbers with manual.

[@captaindaddy8645]

That fookin car is so insane. Me rikeyyyy

[@AutotopiaLA]

Yes it is! Performance built and driven

[@rlovell383]

Anyone know what make/model harness is attached to the cage?

[@mschumaker1]

what's something like that cost to build? Donor car, powerplant, full suspension, interior, wheels etc. $150k?

[@idontlikecops1]

That 3rd gear chirp gawwwdddddd

[@12szmata12]

Any chance that this dash is available to purchase??

[@AutotopiaLA]

That’s a question for Detroit Speed. I honestly don’t know

[@CROIXsather]

Love this. Modern without losing the old school original soul, look and feel.

[@chrislovett87]

Great looking car that will always look like it was just built last week. I need to get by their place. I didn’t even realize they are right there off Mazeppa rd in Mooresville. I drove right by there all the time to and from, and for work. There are so many amazing shops in and around Mooresville.

[@AutotopiaLA]

This build is over 10 years old and still looks and performs like a fresh build. And you should definitely go see their place

[@nathanbennett9025]

Love how it's so modern!!

[@marquaviouschester6947]

Add some carbon wide fender flares and it might be better. It worked on a '67 camaro. Idk about a '69.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Not their style. DSE builds usually stay timeless in look and all about performance

[@marquaviouschester6947]

@@AutotopiaLA I respect that. Everyone has their own taste.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Marquavious Chester exactly and I love flares too

[@kevinmurphy9982]

WOW ...that thing is a beast!! Where in Jersey? I live in Jersey, Exit 138 off the GSP....

[@AutotopiaLA]

Don’t know where but sure is a wonderful build

[@davidjames4267]

That is a nice car. David James West, a Christian man

[@AutotopiaLA]

Beautiful build and holding up great after 10 years

[@rahrah5268]

3rd gear chirps really hard and love it

[@AutotopiaLA]

Awesome!!

[@Wicked300L]

Bad ass ride, this is my dream car. 1969 baby

[@sethjohnson6539]

Hello auto topia host guy! Dude you knoked it so far out of the park with this show every episode I have seen has been remarkable! God bless dude !

[@AutotopiaLA]

🙏 thanks

[@Aleon7291]

I like to build your cars on forza motorsport can you put tire specs on all cars would be 😎. Thank you

[@docsaaid2939]

Camaro 69 the best gen chevy ever made. And the best upgrade autotopia did to it. Love it man. Just superb

[@AutotopiaLA]

We didn’t do the upgrades...that’s all built by DSE and it’s a badass

[@tonykickerkomp1653]

Smiles per gallon

[@GolE2839]

I know you can get mega power out of forced induction, but I absolutely LOVE these big power naturally aspirated engines!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Same for me. N/a is awesome!

[@g1967]

No cupholder?🧐

[@vdub1955]

Thank you for this channel 🙏 I can't get enough 😢

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks for watching. Glad you like what we’re doing here

[@حمودجوهر-ز1ر]

هاذي السيارات لها شكل رائع وخصوصا الانوار مستديره جدا رائع ❤

[@davidpierorazio2644]

Thanks autotopia LA ..... 69 Camaro owner here from Australia!!!!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Awesome! Glad you like what we do here

[@ronchambers7972]

Whoa!😳Please do that one! 8:46 Real side pipes, flared and 'Merica colors👍🏼

[@chuckschweitzer491]

Is this car in NJ still? Would love to speak with the owner Thanks Chuck

[@RossRasool]

u can say by the way Kyle bites his lips doing that burnout pull away how awesome it musty be being in control of that throttle... great vid

[@AutotopiaLA]

It pulls hard and he’s a serious driver

[@robertc4311]

Great car Shaun...can’t wait to see the blue Detroit Speed 69 Camaro RS shop car!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks. We didn’t shoot their other 69 but did shoot the blue 2nd gen on track with Kyle throwing it around

[@allantaylor3288]

Great company! I’ve seen a few of their builds on KZbin amassing cars they put out. Can’t wait for the next video then👍

[@AutotopiaLA]

They really are a class operation and Kyle is incredible. Can’t wait to show our day at the track with them

[@rdy2run332]

Nothing like naturally aspirated 700hp the LS7 is a awesome engine.one of the best engines on the planet in my opinion

[@AutotopiaLA]

I’m with you all the way here

[@Benny_From_NY]

Obviously this car is a beast in a straight line but the way the frame and suspension were done I bet this thing can take a turn too

[@AutotopiaLA]

It’s set up to drive for sure with all the DSE elements

[@bzmaro]

Gorgeous ride! I absolutely love the interior it’s beautiful. Thanks for sharing this one 🦅🤘

[@AutotopiaLA]

This car is a stunner and set up for driving hard

[@oveidasinclair982]

Would have been a lot nicer if the car had a center console and Air Conditioning

[@bruceh92]

This car kills, just perfect.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Agreed all the way

[@indalecioalcaraz7263]

AUTOTOPIALA ONCE AGAIN SHOWING ANOTHER IMPRESSIVE & POWERFUL CHEVROLET

[@TBagr]

Everything except the Viper trans.

[@AutotopiaLA]

I thought that was an interesting choice too but 10 years later still going so it obviously works

[@fadedjate7230]

It is a restomod in the truest since of the word, classic but with some very livable updates.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Exactly

[@j.osborne4914]

churp into third is always a nice touch. Churp into fourth and ok we are getting down haha

[@patrickgoncalves3878]

if you put in a roll cage in, might as well take the back seat out or just get a corvette.

[@ericswires8534]

I notice 2 types of driving faces: *mean mug *shit eating grin

[@silentbutdeadly3466]

Better hope I don’t hit the lotto . Whatever he spent to have this car built I’ll pay him a lot extra to sell

[@paulpatrulescu9976]

You really can tell who’s a car guy and who isn’t. GM should hire this guy for their performance division.

[@opieg7333]

He already did that and left.... lol

[@AutotopiaLA]

He was an engineer there for many years before leaving and starting DSE

[@paulpatrulescu9976]

Opie G did not know that. Thanks

[@paulpatrulescu9976]

AutotopiaLA Makes sense now. I bet he’s a lot happier running DSE than dealing with GM execs

[@opieg7333]

@@paulpatrulescu9976 And us classic car guys are much happier having DSE out there to make our resto mod dreams a reality. DSE's kit is always top notch...

[@idletime]

Thanks for another great ala video Shawn 😀 . However even though the power numbers are close I'm betting that the Buick Grand National was more impressive then the 69 Camaro 🤓 . I think the only car I've seen you do a video on that put as big as smile on your face as the Grand National was that 1200 horse Chevelle 😋

[@dieseldabz7104]

Grand Nationals aren't even close to the same category of car as the '69 Camaro.

[@AutotopiaLA]

We’ve shot some crazy rides here with lots of smiles. Hard to call it on my end but loved this Camaro and shooting with DSE

[@JerryC25]

6:34 😍

[@mrt9749]

Those back seats don't seem very usable with that roll bar in the way.

[@whip4774]

It’s not a restomod when everything is done, that’s more of a pro touring

[@rosshoddinott6727]

Clean

[@jeffreynolds3848]

Kyle & Shawn - great post! ‘Love the look inside & out - very refined. Kyle, ‘also loving your up-shifts - and it’s really heart-warming to see a hardened pro & CEO get that excited over doing a burn-out and shifting to make those rears yelp...!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks and I loved getting the time with Kyle and seeing his passion still strong as ever

[@jeffreynolds3848]

Shawn, I also loved someone’s comment of Kyle - ‘Anybody who bites their lip when they’re shifting has gotta’ love what they do!’ 🤣🤣🤣

[@peterviceroy1592]

Love the show. Best show burn out ever. Like the rubber chirp in third gear! I

[@AutotopiaLA]

Yep and just wait til we show their 2nd and 3rd gen on track with Kyle throwing down!

[@XKawN916]

amazing. must have cost a pretty penny to build. the interior is amazing.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Definitely not cheap but 10 years later and it’s still impressive and running great

[@XKawN916]

@@AutotopiaLA question if i may. i'm restomodding a 66 mustang and want to delete the chrome. if it was you how would you go about getting a satin black color on your chrome? i'm finding this is not an easy task. thank you.

[@garrettwalton7461]

just the right amount of attitude. Love it!