NASCAR Powered V8 Camaro with Straight Cut Gears | Raw American Muscle Car

This 1968 Camaro is powered by a V8 from a super late model asphalt car and to top it off it has straight cut gears so sit back and enjoy the ride..
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[@AutotopiaLA]

Come join us LIVE on Revved Up every Monday at 5 pm (pst) with cool guests

[@DeltaAutoDetailing]

When your transmission sounds like a supercharger, you know you’re cookin’ up the rear rubbers with some real raw radness.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Definitely the coolest trans around

[@DANTHETUBEMAN]

Probably can't brake strait cut gears, it's like a tractor.

[@briankuhn7396]

@@DANTHETUBEMAN Challenge accepted!

[@DANTHETUBEMAN]

@@briankuhn7396 the dog box is the perfect solution for strait cut gears, the supper t-10 was to hard to shift for a street transmission. He built a supper fun car.

[@DirtRider999]

I like the alliteration

[@isaacbrown2703]

This kid has literally built my dream car. Clean. Simple. Not over built. Not under built. Hauls a**. Reliable parts and just a really quality build. Congratualtion

[@magicmillhouse9586]

He build this about as much as he paid for it. Lmao.

[@polandadam98]

And manual for maximum fun and driving experience

[@jasonodine]

@@polandadam98 THIS 🤛🏾

[@greengoblin876]

@@magicmillhouse9586 the car is an advert for Daddies business... things are getting lean out there now Fast and furious went from street racing to international duper spy .

[@TheTAEclub]

i bet you didnt even know these engines before you watched this video

[@aaron6178]

One of the toughest Camaro builds I've ever seen. That was unreal.

[@MurseTech64]

Wonder how it will do against the upcoming Dodge Daytona Banshee?

[@TommyApel]

Next to putting a blower on that beast is the fact that is actually sounds like a nascar on the flybys which is so unique for a streetcar, love it.

[@airmech404]

"You've had this a long time huh?" "Yeah since my junior year in high school, about 4 or 5 years" LMFAO!

[@fitz2589]

Must suck to have a 69 Camaro as one of your first cars

[@carpballet]

@@fitz2589 68?

[@johnnyshd8250]

@@fitz2589 When I went to school, everybody had Chargers, GTOs, Torinos, Cudas, but that was in the early 70's.

[@michiganderbackwoodin4650]

Im 3 years past my junior year and still drive a clapped out 2004 silverado😂😭😭

[@User-1683x2]

Must be nice to be born into money

[@edwardzimmer2171]

That has got to be the best sounding Camaro. The sound of the gears whining. The rpms of the motor. Good job with the build. So awesome. No turbos. No nitrous. Just brute power. Chevrolet all the way.

[@edwardzimmer2171]

@W M how old are you??? What three. ??

[@ckelly9747]

After viewing and hearing mello crisp V8 I decided to keep my silver 1980 Monte Carlo, put in an OD 700R4 and 355 w/4.11. Cruising 70+ mph on I-95 sounds and feels ahhhh. Now for the handling and stopping. Errr

[@edwardzimmer2171]

@@ckelly9747 that’s a great power combo. I used to drive my 78 Chevy pick to work a lot. Small block 60 over. 2.02 heads. 11:1 trw pistons steel crank. Roller rockers. Pete Jackson gear drive. Msd 6al. Hei distributor. Headman headers 400 turbo tranny. It was a short wheel base 4x4 with a great exhaust system. I used to get close to the concrete barrier walls along75south and listen to that small block. around 3500 to 4500 I was rolling along pretty good. Making all kinds of good noise and the tires were 33 12:50s I still have the truck today. Used to put a little extra in the fuel to help it out. But that sound. Yeah.

[@edwardzimmer2171]

Yeah sometimes. Just like the sound

[@Ritalie]

That engine sounds like it could hit 9,000 rpms without any issue. It's barely getting started. It just wants to rev until oblivion. Holy crap that thing is vicious.

[@solidsnake7167]

Dude tbh I’m not a nascar guy but their crate motors are just about the greatest motors ever made. Most dependable race motor. High performance, high rev, sounds great. I was totally going to stereotype and hate on the kid but he’s obviously extremely smart and did the work himself. Awesome job

[@cwreese345]

I would totally take a car like this over an exotic. Sweet freaking rude man. 67,68,69 camaro's are 3 of the best looking American cars ever produced, iconic. I absolutely LOVE it!

[@elijahkoehrer239]

Even as a Die-Hard Ford guy, this is one of the most amazing cars I have ever seen.

[@TOOL_MARKS]

I am a Die-Hard MoPar guy from birth... But I will say, that this is probably THE Coolest and BEST Camaro build I have ever seen. I would be glad to own something like this. Not to mention...Those Straight-cut gears, sound WICKED. That is the 'crowning touch' on this car, as far as I am concerned. 🙂👍

[@hamcheesecola]

What's it's like growing up with two daddies?

[@ChunkyLover53atAOL-com]

@@hamcheesecola You tell us...

[@TKOfromJohn]

Just because you're a Ford guy doesn't mean you're not a car gut

[@lakerdude42]

Seems like a good kid, badass car, wish this dude the best!

[@wilshirestrasse2220]

Same.

[@hectorconcepcion5777]

Good job brother, thank you for not LS swapping this beauty. This is exactly how this car should be build, very classy. Can’t wait to see what this kid and his family builds next!

[@BHammer]

Ok...uh....i'm in love. The car sounds so tight, smooth, and perfectly tuned. Plus I absolutely love how clean and basic it is. Less is always more.

[@oliverbacon9583]

Imagine being the kid who's dad builds cars for the fast an furious movies ... talk about being the cool kid on the block lol

[@masculinespeaks]

I wanna be that guys friend

[@A1Lafamerica10L]

Yep

[@jasonfox3207]

Too bad the fast n furious cars were slow in real life

[@LemonmilkMusic]

I have a 67. This kids car is inspiring

[@G.Frankiee]

Imagine where I’d be if I had a father

[@ciatangallaghe2485]

You had me at straight cut gears

[@chsmusic1078]

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[@theduke2398]

60's Camero had me

[@Bartonovich52]

Reverse gear on every shit box. Lol.

[@elite4championjosh]

What made me smile, was the host was like, "oh, Steven did this" 😄 Like, he doesn't just interview, he's an enthusiasts too

[@beemer1111]

Visceral , this is the car we all want! If you ever had a ride in something like this in your teens, you were hooked for life.

[@thejanusproject32]

Everytime he shifts, it sounds EXACTLY like the shifting from Days of Thunder. He knows his stuff and has great taste. Envious. Nicely done

[@marcrance8041]

its not hard to do, I do that with a muncie M22

[@Greaseland]

I'm hoping there's a surplus of those transmission's when Nascar cup goes to the next gen car.

[@CLozs]

Fr

[@WLDRSTREAMS]

@@JayAR_YT yes

[@superiorgas294]

My god please!!!

[@kingartison]

Most likely or some insane youtuber will make some

[@shanemccaffrey5570]

The R07's will be coming up for sale to the general public soon.

[@KibaHeiachi]

11:32 the sound thats coming from everything in the car at once. its beautiful

[@ebrowntaylor1]

This is by far one of my favorite cars you guys have done. So raw! I love the being able to see its evolution on youtube!

[@CAMELOT331]

Welp. Coolest thing I've ever seen.

[@ELJefeReviews]

Love your channel bro!

[@AutotopiaLA]

@@ELJefeReviews thank you!!

[@hussydahustla]

Thet thing looks sounds and moves QUICK!

[@ckelly9747]

4.88 gears with 550+ V8 man that is the way to go. Brutal and not a prissy trailer queen. I had a 700R4 4.56 3400 conv. It was vicious out the gate.

[@ckelly9747]

That is a mean enough Camaro for Dom Terreto tastes in Fast n Furious 10...just saying that tranny, revs, gears, brutal sound is where GM once shined then imports and boost took the helm..

[@JacksonGuitarsPlayer03]

NASCAR motor dude

[@DANTHETUBEMAN]

I saw that to. It must moves out.

[@PNW_Car_Mods]

I tried to hate this video for various reasons......... but I just can't. Well done to the young man that built this car.

[@jetmech1495]

One of the sickest 1st Gen's I've ever seen. Completely bad ass. Great job.

[@21jordanlee]

Who can ever get tired of an solid roller motor car! That camaro is straight bass ass! 💪💪

[@chsmusic1078]

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[@ItsRiiiick]

Anybody else notice the owner's chin is like that of Jay Leno's. He'll probably have a collection of cars too, judging by his dad being the builder of fast and the furious cars.

[@MyCatInABox]

Yeah- definitely noticed that- especially in the side profile...If it meant being able to own cars like theirs, I'd certainly take that Chin, too. He seems like a cool kid

[@ItsRiiiick]

@@MyCatInABox hell yeah

[@grandpa7278]

No Doug demuro is Jay Leno's son! By appearances anyway

[@ItsRiiiick]

@@grandpa7278 and more enthusiasm too lol

[@thejudgeexecutioner]

I did notice that

[@tomvalpo9361]

The clean simplicity is very cool. I love the trans too.

[@leonardogomes3951]

I've never seen anything like it! It feels extremely light and strong.

[@davsquaredo79]

There’s nothing like the sound of an American V8

[@TheCUTTERbyPHOENIX]

"a high revving" american v8

[@bradjames6748]

Except for a Canadian v8 , Windsor, Sarnia, Oakville, Oshawa, Camaro,Challenger, Charger , made in Canada too

[@goofyblud]

Nothing beats american muscle 🇺🇸💪

[@Ritalie]

Look up the video of a guy who made a homeade V8 engine powered motorcycle, he machined the engine from scratch (not Millyard) but some random guy. He has this tiny V8 engine he made on his tiny bicycle/moped, and it sounds like an American V8, it sounds SOOOOOO good. Nothing is better sounding than an American pushrod V8.

[@TheAsheybabe89]

@@Ritalie can you give more details or a link? I like bikes over cars anyway 😁

[@dal0768]

I’d take this over a ‘super car’ any day…

[@PR.Impreza]

This is a super cool car bruh

[@alecm2721]

This is cool and super cars are cool. Different cars for different purposes.

[@jew_world_order]

And way better gas mileage than a v12 too.

[@PR.Impreza]

@@alecm2721 yep

[@PR.Impreza]

@@jew_world_order Maybe not

[@joshthomas1370]

Love the build. I’ve always wanted that very build myself. Nothing like a high rev motor with a 4 on the floor and straight cut gears.

[@lynzcamaro]

BADASS!! Have a 69 Camaro Yenko clone I put in storage but your video has inspired me to pull her out for awhile to tear up the streets, Thanks again, BEAUTIFUL 68!!

[@stevepick9527]

Man, got goosebumps listening to that baby going through the gears... : ))

[@MrSeaneboy]

If I was trapped on a desert island and could bring only 10 songs, the sound of this car would be one of my soundtracks. Absolute music to my ears

[@hamie63_m]

Hell yea

[@IsaiahKJ]

I thought you said absolute “muscle” to my ears lol

[@llkjjjss]

Yeah that dog box trans is awesome

[@internet_internet]

Pretty sure you’d be wanting something a lot different than 10 songs on a deserted island.

[@avman2cl]

Give a listen to the 2021 yenko Camaro

[@MrIrieviking]

Wow!! A kick ass simple build!! Totally love the rawness of it!! Definitely a fun drive anytime!! Nice build brother!!

[@Mr.Essential88]

That sound is so awesome! Such a beautiful build!

[@jp6614]

The way the Manufacturers should've built them in the first place.

[@ayebee1207]

$3100 for a New V8 68 Camaro. These mods would have doubled the price. If you ever owned and rodded one, some mods were sold by speed shops. Yenko and COPO Camaros were special orders track cars. Any 20 year old could buy and add parts. My Duntov, Offy 327 Chevy II was pretty swell with a 3 speed Saginaw. After I blew out the Muncies case in two places, with only 375hp. But a 9 inch Ford diff was a specialty build to fit.

[@Thumper68]

Back in the day they couldn’t hardly handle them as it was that’s why so many were wrecked

[@Thumper68]

@@ayebee1207 no reason you should of broken Muncie at that low hp. Mines like a rock with more no problem

[@derekj.tejeda267]

If manufacturers did it this way, it would probably be too expensive and it would not meet regulation standards. Not trying to be a party pooper, I just think building your own car is more enjoyable than buying it from the dealership (in my opinion).

[@Thumper68]

@@derekj.tejeda267 I definitely enjoy my own car more lol

[@tfjack97]

Man I can almost feel the G's seating in my chair at home. That's a true badass Camaro. It looks so just another day two car, but runs like a bat out of hell. Cool Cool rod dude, I would never get rid of it. Smiles all day long.

[@clintondavid525]

That car is absolute perfection. Smashing gears in that thing like looks like soo much fun.

[@brockradford7144]

Watching his smirk when he launched it is why i love cars. That unadulterated joy and excitement. I want to do this with an 86 Monte SS

[@hotshothogger]

Um yep, that's pretty nasty. High winding v8 and straight cut gears for the win.

[@matthewburkholder1076]

I've never heard of straight cut gears before this, definitely cool 😎

[@bobndomleonardi]

@@matthewburkholder1076 look up m3 gtr

[@matthewburkholder1076]

@@bobndomleonardi another beamer🙄

[@matthewburkholder1076]

@@bobndomleonardi why do you guys like those things so much?🤦🏽‍♂️

[@matthewburkholder1076]

@@CJ-xx5ms I have an uncle that lived down the street from my childhood home that had one, it was beautiful, in perfect condition. If was loud and fast, as a child i always wanted it. I always swore to myself I would have one when I grew up

[@stevenfarrington2361]

I luv that trans. Not only does it sound the part but the ability to flat change adds even more character to an already superb engine. Well done Dennis!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Everything on here is just perfect

[@benfrank1583]

Oh man. I remember being in middle Tennessee about 20 years ago. There was neighbor who had a nascar engine in his yellow nova. Thanks for bringing back the memories I lost about that sweet car

[@Hancyli1986]

I wanted to see this beauty at the Nascar track! That engine sound, honey to my ears. Congratulations on such a great car!

[@mrnicktoyou]

That whole ride felt like a father son moment. I was expecting him to say "You did good, boy".

[@Mangobrain82]

This is so much cooler than a typical resto. No glam. All business.

[@TheFirstSunbreaker]

I am all about a car that’s not too much and still made with thought, intent, and fucking love. It’s not a piece of cake to drive, you have to know it, but it’s so well made that it’s perfect.

[@garethbennett3780]

Dude got money rocking such a clean camaro and a panerai on the wrist

[@bobby1970]

This Camaro sounds so damn awesome on my phone, I can only imagine how great it sounds in person. I'll take this car over a new Camaro any day.

[@Capnobvious]

That v8 is making some of the sweetest sounds my ears have heard!

[@conorholmes4796]

Didn’t even get through the intro clips of the car without going 😮 that thing is actually perfect, so clean, so simple. I’m in love.

[@rickj1983]

The exhaust note on this car sounds fantastic, far far better than any new car. My brother did the same thing with his 68' Firebird. Your Camaro reminds me of how sweet his car was. Dam nice car.

[@JRDEAN71]

"Dream car" is a substantial understatement.

[@pellymods4773]

The smile would not leave my face .. EVER

[@brown723369]

I’ve seen a few videos from autotopia this is one of the best. A hi-revving nascar inspired big block with a mean trans running 4.88 gears is a masterpiece of a car

[@boostbeast8731]

Its a small block.

[@HoldPublicPigsResponsible]

That motor is ridiculous. So reliable and makes great power. Nice build 👌🏻

[@marknorris4923]

Nice to see a young man who can shift like my friends who bought and raced these cars when they were new, plus fantastic raw build with exactly the right motor and trans to make every ride memorable.

[@NotthatGuy17]

Hands down the best camaro yet. Thing is rowdy.. legit fast and furious shifting happening there.

[@AutotopiaLA]

I love this car!

[@shauno1970]

I used to have an lsa with 740 at back wheels but this thing sounds so awesome. Nothing like a NA v8 is bloody awesome

[@cvtt3194]

This is a proper restomod. What a beautiful car ❤

[@crazycaseyscustoms]

Had it a long time. Since high school. Four years…😊 I’m hell of jealous; my high school ride was a six cylinder Mustang with no muffler. 😂 Sweet freakin’ car guys!!!

[@maxwellbricks7632]

Your ride was way faster than what I had in high school. My parents said my bicycle was fast enough.

[@jamesploof3795]

That kid has a bad ass car, great video, my favorite by far, and the kid can drive, I saw your smiles shawn

[@manny8479]

Absolutely perfectly done... BRUTE STRENGTH

[@isaacgomez-everythingrevie6955]

Wow, this car is an 11 out of 10! Just oozing with personality!! Damn!

[@marcomedina5344]

Every time I heard him banging gears it’s just perfect! What an amazing build!

[@michaelbonade4667]

“....a high revving V8....” When he said those words, my faith in and my Hope for the youth of America was rejuvenated ...... God bless you Son

[@internet_internet]

We’re out there. Young men who understand the joys of clutch pedals & throttle cables.

[@ShaighJosephson]

Man, this sounds so good... I really like the semi low prifile 60's tire and rim setup on this... Nicely done... 👍👍👍

[@16pennynails]

There's more great sounds coming out of that thing than any radio could ever provide! Absolute mechanical mayhem at its best

[@Troy-McClure81]

And now I have heard a transmission beefier than a Rock Crusher, thank you i can die a happy man

[@jonashagg4684]

The absolute coolest car I’ve seen in a long time and even cooler seeing such a young guy with such a great taste! Subtle and kinda oldskool! 👌

[@AutotopiaLA]

He’s a cool kid for sure and built this with his 2 younger brothers…we’ll shoot with them sometime soon too

[@SuperJffry]

Can’t get enough of that sound that v8 is putting out, Great job!!!

[@christopherpike9907]

I’m a ford guy but completely respect this car and it’s owner. Wow, Great build !

[@patrickpetrousian2895]

Most underrated Channel on KZbin, awesome video.

[@jumpinjojo]

Who underrated it?

[@daveeyrich7524]

Of all the Camaro's you’ve featured on here this is my favorite! Super simple, traditional looking, sounds incredible, raw and just fun car.

[@MitchZero9]

Approved! Sounds like an 90s/early 00's Aussie V8 Supercar. They had the straight cut Holingers back in the day.

[@norobbie73]

could be my all time favorite set up

[@johnq.citizen8076]

That engine will turn 8000 rpms with that valvetrain. Keeping the rev limiter at 7000 will keep it alive longer but not let it scream. He's got enough money, turn that rev limiter up to 8000

[@bradcarpenter1881]

This vid showed up as a recommendation, first time KZbin actually did something right, subscribed and badass camaro!

[@michaeledwards9601]

They gear box would definitely get me in trouble with da troopers. Sounds freaking awesome.

[@silajeep1]

I can listen to that engine rowing thru the gears all day long...and then some

[@musclecarczarig4003]

That stance is spot on. Great to see the evolution of this Camaro. Cool car, cool owner, thanks for doing what you do Autotopia crew!

[@Powershift]

Wicked Camaro. PERFECT

[@creativerecycling]

Absolutely astonishing Camaro. Love the NASCAR gearbox.

[@titanary68]

I love how plain and basic the motor looks. It’s a if you know you know kinda situation and I love it!

[@EchoSigma6]

You summarized it perfectly at the end, raw and visceral. I do agree that this Camaro is well stanced, those 18’s give it a nice look with just the right amount of tire sidewall. This may not be the Camaro I would build but I respect the creation and this young humble man.

[@phelps901]

I agree with a high RPM v8. I had a procharged solid cam 306 in a fox body. I shifted at 7800 RPM. When I drove my corvette afterwards it was a little disappointing, fast and torquey, but nothing like the high rpm of the sbf. Awesome job on your build, it’s perfect.

[@SamAceRothstein]

Such a great sound, it never gets old.

[@Zero-wt7xf]

The anxiety fuelled adult in me see's the hole in the firewall and no headrests and wearing the harness as a lap belt with that power but the kid in me just see's so much FUN!

[@greenllama2856]

Such a majestic beast, I love the sound it makes.

[@mccoybyz1099]

OMG that engine is incredible, the sound is nuts! This is now my favorite car you've ever had on the channel!!

[@jonnjenkins5592]

Absolutely beautiful. The most perfect 68 I have ever seen. My dream car.

[@agustinnieves6183]

All other facts aside, can't beat a carbureted V8 sound! Beautiful 👌🏾

[@LT4Nova]

You had it for a long time right? Yeah since my junior year in Highschool....4 or 5 years ago...🤣

[@erniearambula3525]

The NASCAR engine looks like a basic 350 but they'll run balls out for 100 miles straight c'mon you gotta love it.

[@admiralfloofz658]

Ive been around cars since I was old enough to talk, even younger infact. This is one of the top 3 most badass cars Ive ever seen

[@adamspivey]

Beautifully clean and elegant!! It doesn't get much better!!

[@Cyberpunksynth]

I actually liked this way more than I thought I would. Good job. I really dig that set up. I love the gear whine. Keep it as is!

[@MrRlltide]

We have a Roush/Yates D3 headed short track motor. I’d love to get this into a fox body mustang with one of our Jericho’s!!

[@wwilliams007]

Killer we’re building an R07 for my brothers 70 model truck

[@RSDX99]

I have driven early mustangs on track with those Roush Cup motors, great on the track but terrible on the street, the torque doesn't come on until 6 grand but feels real good at 9,000

[@marlonjones7997]

@@RSDX99 🤯🤯🤯🤯

[@tommyfrombama4834]

Do it!!!!!!

[@kargmeister]

Yep, I would love to turn my foxbody into something like this.

[@jarripotero8535]

Love it!!!!! That gear sound, revs, N/A....Simple? Yes, Works? Yes, no more needed. Take care of it, good driver. Regards from Madrid.