FOUND: The Most Desirable Muscle Car in 1969?

[@glennyaromy1367]

I always give Dennis a lot of credit for not trying to low ball anyone. If the car is as described he just makes the deal and pays what he offered. Much respect for that.

[@Manuel3525m]

He already did on the phone so if the car is as described he pays what he agreed to

[@carlinshowalter1806]

Unlike Richard Rawlings!

[@glennyaromy1367]

@@Manuel3525m That's basically what I said.

[@rolexmd69]

@@carlinshowalter1806 Richard Rawlings is a narcissist

[@thomasryan8218]

@@rolexmd69 Richard and Dennis are best friends, do you know Richard personally or are just jealous of him.

[@a1962Cobra]

Great production Zach. The amount of effort you put in to create such a polished show should never be underestimated.

[@douglasbertrand6341]

Gotta be a relative’s comment

[@blt3479]

1962Cobra, I agree, there's a hella-lot of effort goes into editing footage. I believe a lot more than the in the shooting. Great work as always, Zach!

[@patternsdigitalmedia]

@@douglasbertrand6341 c’mon man, don’t undermine a compliment.

[@patternsdigitalmedia]

Thank you! I try to bring you guys the best possible production each week!

[@rjkeenan8955]

62Cobra you're 100 % spot on, the filming, and editing is top notch.

[@FreedomRock44]

Dennis YOU KILL ME.......The entire MENU!!!!! You made their day!!!!! Way to support the LOCAL ECONOMY!!!!!! PROUD OF YOU DENNIS!!!!! GEN X BABY!!!!!!

[@kearnsey64]

ALWAYS Look forward to a Dennis Collins trip. He's the Indiana Jones of classic cars.

[@mcbm22]

I daily drive my triple black X77D80 Camaro that I did a groundup restoration on in '97 and no matter where I go there is always someone wanting to buy it....was a barn find with 32,644 original miles and I paid $2400..not a numbers match so this is why she is driven and enjoyed....

[@frozenice61]

why would you not drive it if it was a numbers match,there meant to be driven not parked up,cool car you have glad you drive it daily as people need to see it and you need to drive it

[@Thumper68]

I daily drive a 68 rs/ss 4 speed 350 matching numbers car. 115k original miles

[@jerryrivera7704]

I drive what I want wheN i want AMERICA....MAGA BIDEN FOREVER ♾️

[@joebacarella2829]

Everybody who works for Dennis, has a dream job, who wouldn`t want to work for this guy, just a class act, and saving American Muscle, love it.

[@genemounce8302]

Dennis make me proud to say I'm a 52 year old Native Texan ! Love the 'Walks y'all ! Happy Mothers Day to all you mothers this weekend.

[@davecurtis1468]

I think it’s awesome how Dennis blesses the restaurant owners by ordering everything on the menu.

[@jjchopper02]

And then throws most of it in the garbage.

[@charlestaylor3434]

​@@jjchopper02 maybe the staff ate it 🤷‍♂️

[@billdenbow2338]

@@jjchopper02 never under stood the need to be over the top when ordring the menu,just a waste,show off! $$$$'s

[@krishanson1639]

@@billdenbow2338 it’s a Texas hospitality thing. He shares the extra with people he doesn’t know. He tips well too.

[@gtd360]

The cooks on the otherhand.

[@edward5979]

Better that most of the crap on TV, knowledge, cars and food…someone’s having too much fun. Thanks for the ride along !

[@joeethereal2968]

Dennis Collins for President!

[@clintoncapilla3030]

Shawn P is more suspicious about the Dino nuggets than the dog biscuits😂

[@shawnwendling8924]

OMG DENNIS YOUR ARMS ARE LOOKING BUFF BRO ! HELL YEAH. YOU BEEN WORKING OUT !!! HE HE

[@tho464]

10:10 Technically the answer is yes, you could combine the RS with the Z28 which is my favorite combination. The RS/Z28 is a sweet ride!

[@rickwascher4730]

Bingo!

[@wvufan669]

Or you could order an RS/SS Z-28

[@gw3598]

@@wvufan669 Sorry, no such thing. The Rally Sport was an option for a SS, Z/28, or standard Camaro. It gave hide away headlight and other features. You could get Z/28 RS, or a SS RS, but not both. I still have pics of my second 69 RS Z/28.

[@Chumly409]

Exactly what I was expecting this Camaro to be, the RS Z/28 as I thought they're more sought after (unless you're hopeful for an impossible Yenko). Isn't it so bizarre that us 80's/90's kids rolled around in, what are now, pretty rare and collectable cars. Restored a pair of '66 Fastback GT K-code 'stangs bought out of a field for $500 each. Now you can't find a shell of a B or C-code fastback worth a darn for under $20K.

[@pv2414]

The sirens in the background was a nice touch!

[@zapper302]

The rear bumpers were a part of the F40 suspension package, which was part of the Z28 package and not plant specific. And available as an option on other Camaros.

[@69ssrscamaro4]

X33 did come on Norwood cars. X33 denotes that it's a RS(Z22)/Style Trim(Z21) Z28. X77 means it's a Z28 without the RS package(Z22)/Style Trim(Z21) . Also Van Nuys cars had no X coding on the cowl trim tag. Van Nuys Z28's are not as easy to identify base on just the trim tag. That's when you need to start looking at part numbers on M22 trans, carb(DZ), block(DZ) to name a few. Of course protect-o-plates, build sheet, purchase receipts, etc become handy in identify authenticity.

[@allenwilliams87]

You nailed it. About to comment the same.

[@drhoff585]

I was just going to comment as well. It has fender gills which are wrong and the stripes are wrong as is the blacked out tail panel.

[@danielcate7765]

Don't mean to be the 69z police but X33 is Z/28 with style trim and X77 is Z/28 without style trim. Rally Sport is it's own option and can be combined with either but not ALL X33's are R/S cars. Same with X77, it's no style trim but could be an RS. At least that's the way I read it on the CRG website. I know I've looked at several X33's over the years with standard front ends.

[@gw3598]

To answer Shawns question, Z/28 was rhe RPO (regular production order) think COPO designation. The Z/28 moniker was rhe first (and only?) time Chevy's ever marked their cars with the RPO number.

[@69ssrscamaro4]

@@danielcate7765 That's correct. Just like I've seen X11 cars that where base cars and SS's with and without RS option but had the style trim equipment. To help identify if it's a true RS you have to look for the wiper motor part number and headlight washer solenoid, the correct grommet location for the vacuum hoses going to the dash headlight vacuum switch, rear backup lights under bumper, solid red tail lights and wiring harnesses. Of course it's easy to add these things to a non RS car and make it one as long as the tag for Norwood is X11(Base or 350 SS), X22(396 SS), X33(Z28). I have yet to find an RS that does not have the X11,X22, or X33 for the Norwood plant on the late type trim tag. The Style Trim features are integrated into the Z22 package.

[@craigcontofalsky4387]

The most desirable for me were the 68-69 427 Factory COPO cars. I was drag racing Super Stock cars back in the early 70's and faced a couple of them weekly here in Ohio.

[@thomasgajewski5929]

True but remember Dennis& Richard bought a shit load of new COPOs

[@mikes9759]

Helps to have money!!

[@dogchicken]

I bought a 69 Z28 in 1975 for $750, ralleye green with white stripes, it had a fold down rear seat that is apparently a rare option.

[@chrislambert2889]

Thinking Dennis will be back getting more cars from this young man . Happy Mother's day weekend shout out 💐🌹

[@JConTwoWheels]

Dont think I have seen a bad vid from you guys. Great to see all the fantastic finds you buy. Keep up the great content Dennis & Team

[@lewishalsall1833]

I look forward to Finishing work to watch them with a beer

[@Wooooosaaaaaa]

16:18 I’m sure the lone chef was thrilled to get that order 😂

[@therustyduck5400]

Right!!

[@Stranglethroat]

I mean... at least they're making money today! And people who order like that usually tip good.

[@campcrafter4613]

UHH I need one of everything and small diet coke!

[@Wooooosaaaaaa]

@@Stranglethroat the chef gets paid regardless lol so unless hes the owner, I’m sure he was pissed. And let’s hope they tipped the chefs too. But probably not lol Have you ever tipped the chef?

[@andrewturner67]

😂😂😂😂🤯🤯😱😱😱😭😭😭🤧🤧🤧🤬🤬🤬

[@leiser71]

love seeing the Hurst shifter, the shop I worked at since 72 did the heat treating for Hurst here in Pa, when I started Hurst was our largest customer we did the heat treating up until 1981 when they were sold, the Hurst plant was about 10 miles from our shop

[@michaelwynne4346]

I used to take my Shifters to Hurst in Warminster to have them re-built or I got to know the guy doing it so well he would give me a New Shifter.

[@onlya3rd264]

Well you certainly had to have grabbed a few of the scratch and dent specials then aye?

[@michaelwynne4346]

@@onlya3rd264 No they would rebuild the Shifter for free back then, after tearing up a few Compation plus shifters he gave me a Super Shifter.

[@garry3013]

I had the super shifter III on my top loader. No more grinding trying to shift into 2nd put pulling towards me and hitting reverse. Thank God it never made into reverse. Or my teeth would be implanted into dash board. Thanks for the memory of the good old days.

[@colossians28]

I wish I still had my Mach1 4 speed

[@scottphillips4992]

Dennis's knowledge of all classic cars never ceases to amaze me.

[@lionheart9375]

Sean P must have incredible doggie bags of food for the ride to Texas 😎

[@keithhackman5713]

Dennis, i love your shows. Love your character and respect to everyone around you

[@jtwig9311]

Dennis...your hospitality is awesome. Love it.

[@strokin3s]

I enjoy the cool automotive finds and a bonus video for foodies at the end to top things off! Keep them coming! 👍

[@lincoln3307]

I loved the fact that Dennis LOVES cars... and APPETIZERS... and DESSERTS!!!!

[@colossians28]

Depending on the type of vehicle I just skip ahead to the "food suggestion" and the eating at the restaurant part. Love his work ethic and enthusiasm!

[@lincoln3307]

He's so nice to order "EVERYTHING" and I'm sure he tips wonderfully.... I simply can't believe how much he CAN eat at one setting. I'd be 400lbs!

[@danielvick7875]

Just thinking out loud about the 67-68 69 era the Chevelle and the Canadian Pontiac Beaumont which was all loved!, and I love them all. The Canadian Beaumont with the GTO influences for me is totally intriguing

[@captainschannel9331]

Another fun fact about 69 Z28 is the 4 speed shifter hole was cut out with a torch from the factory was very sloppy …

[@scottburrow8717]

My dream car. I was born in 1968 that’s why I want. A 68 would be the year I want.

[@johndavey72]

Ye gods Dennis ! You paid over $300 for the food and don't tell me you ate it all !!!! Outstanding !

[@leonascherer1617]

Dennis your video's are the most interesting and down home that just make you feel good. Thank you! I'm always hungry at the end.

[@jamesgourley7447]

Dennis, I watch every episode & I have to say I love to see what's on the menu as well as what the next vehicle will be keep up the good work sir.

[@MintMonte87ACSS312]

My opinion, it’s not a Camaro unless it was made before ‘70. I love these cars they hold a unbreakable spot in my car. As you said not rare, but I sure as heck would love to have it. Nice find as always Dennis 🫡💪💪💪🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@paulthesoundguy1]

So the last 40 years of performance Camaros weren’t really anything? It all stops with a 1969 model? Interesting thought process you have.

[@michaeldunican6185]

You say every Chevrolet guy wants a 69Z 28 Camaro. You absolutely got that 100%. Even in the shape of that one’s in long as it runs and drives really well mechanically sound. I am in 100%.

[@Lotsaslots6747]

Great buy and great food. Always look forward to Friday Coffee Walk!

[@dacrd]

@7:30 not true sir X77 and X33 were built at both plants X77 is the bright trim ( Chrome trim) @10:50 not true Every 1969 Z28 had tall bumper guards.

[@itsnotme07]

Really? one of everything on the menu? LOL Love it!!

[@unclerudy9797]

Great Stuff Dennis and Crew ! Thanks for posting !

[@jeremydiamond8824]

FYI on the traction control ! That’s because the rental agency put the car in permanent disability on traction control to stop peeps from doing burnouts

[@philo_beddoe4367]

I moved to North of Atlanta where a lot transplants are. Don't get to hear that Georgia accent as much as I would like to .

[@TexasDragRacingVideo]

Without even looking, HOLY GRAIL!!!! 😂

[@alexcorona]

It’s lost all his meaning when he calls everything holy grails now, even common jeeps.

[@jimmydalegausejr9876]

My insides are trembling for that car. Even without #'s matching. I'm in LOVE with that 69' Z28!❤😊

[@chetsands1609]

Trying to do doughnuts in a rental and put on social media. 😂 love watching! 🥰

[@carlinshowalter1806]

Drive it like you stole it!

[@phillipanderson2607]

This reminds me of the movie bounty hunter with Steve McQueen. In the movie he rented a1979 trans am brand new and didn't know how to drive a clutch car with a 4 speed transmission. He did a donut in the parking lot as he left the rental place. Very funny part of the movie. 😂.

[@plymouth491]

Yeah, that was...stupid.

[@georgepaust8416]

YES! A 1969 RS/Z28. Silver with black stripes. 4-wheel disc brakes. Factory exhaust headers. Console with gauges and deluxe houndstooth interior. Factory 8-track player. Trunk mounted traction fluid dispensers. Cowl induction hood and air cleaner. Did I forget anything? The only cars I would rate higher than this would be a copo 427, ZL1 or a yenko 427. I would call a tie between the Z28 and an SS 396 with the L89 option.

[@zapper302]

Thanks for all the videoed, specially this one. I worked for for a Chev parts dept in the 70s. Here is a bit of info as I had a rare option car. X77 is base model Z28, X33 is style trim Z28. Style trim has all the extra dress up mouldings. Ohio built cars used the X33 and X77 stamp. California cars did not use those codes, that are on the plate was left blank. I had an early run 69 X33 car, late 68 build (narrower leftover 68 deck spoiler), Norwood built. All first gen Z28s used a Muncie 4 speed only, Cam was not suitable for an automatic.

[@ThedrcOfYork]

you say, "All first gen Z28s used a Muncie 4 speed only, Cam was not suitable for an automatic." all Z28s or just a specific engine like the 350?

[@zapper302]

@@ThedrcOfYork just the 302 engine. That was the only engine available for the first gen Z28

[@ThedrcOfYork]

@@zapper302 oh right! so that also covers why it was stated it only came with a 4 speed! cause that puzzled me as I know of many that came factory with a automatic but they were like 327 auto!

[@zapper302]

@@ThedrcOfYork The 67 - 69 Z28s only came as a 302 with a Muncie 4 speed transmission, with a Holley 4 carb, ( or 2 on the crossram intake). Too many people are putting on Z28 emblems and adding stripes to Camaros and calling them a Z28. Thanks for the interest.

[@dannypowers4995]

It's addictive watching the food segment. I find myself watching it multiple times. $300 for all that food. Outstanding.

[@doorman7316]

Really enjoying your vids lately DC 👍. Especially the breakdown on what you’re looking at and for and why.

[@user-Brianvh5150bp]

So cool to find out Dennis was born in 1965 the same year as me I was born on the 4th of july 1965....And would love to have that 1965 Mustang what a nice year for them!!

[@robertpirtle3638]

I bet that food was yummy. I love little places like that . A lot of times they use real grease to cook there food. That just changes the game . Plus good food

[@melvinsmiley5295]

I only saw 5 people at the table….where in the heck did all that food go? 😂. Really neat car, hope u get back to this Seller again. Seems like a cool dude that knows where the gems are.

[@jjchopper02]

The dumpster out back

[@mikewarner2285]

Your camera guy is good❤

[@DR-jo7fg]

Bought my 68 302 Z in 1976, just started putting all the new parts on it that I’ve collected over the years, powder coat’s gas tank, sender, interior etc. has 73,300 with options - was heater delete

[@davesayers5809]

Favorite year Camaro 1969 RS/SS, 4-Speed, with Hideaway Headlights in Cortez Silver!!

[@drhoff585]

It’s Camaro

[@davesayers5809]

@Rick Hoffmeister Sorry, grammar and spelling nazi!! Let's Go Rick!!

[@jasonhardingham6863]

Friday night in the UK always starts with coffee walk, then when its finished straight on the phone to order loads of burgers!! Outstanding!!

[@josephviveiros7331]

Incredible find always informative and enjoyable content, my brother and I inherited a 1969 z28 Camaro 302 small block all original sixty four thousand miles interior smells brand new all original time capsule

[@shitloveaduck]

Half your retirement fund too!! $$$.

[@jlacavera]

Such a classy genuine guy you are Dennis.

[@martymoose1193]

Oh my God, I had to take an extra Lipitor after all that fried foods

[@ninoreeves7702]

man the food was awesome. every town needs that place !!!!!!!the car was good too.....

[@mtnbkr8480]

I can't believe the prices for that stuff, in Toronto that much stuff would probably even bankrupt Denis.

[@jerryday8817]

I 2nd that. It's depressing here.

[@onesri6108]

Stay in Canada 🇨🇦, please

[@mtnbkr8480]

@@onesri6108 I wouldn't go into the Fascist States of America if you held a gun to my head.

[@sodapop8408]

Dude that food looks awesome as usual

[@stevenbear1610]

Dennis is the reason you don't buy rental cars.😅

[@tlr-nut7275]

Guys do that in the loading/storage yards before they leave the factory brand new. Hard to avoid people abusing stuff they don't own.

[@abrdds]

Preach

[@derail6996]

I’m in the equipment rental business and see this first hand! So when I rent a car I buy every bit of insurance they offer cause that car is gonna be rode hard and put up wet!

[@stevenbear1610]

@@derail6996 The collision damage waiver is the most fun you can buy for 20 bucks.

[@derail6996]

@@stevenbear1610 yes it is!

[@donb.3074]

I have a 69 SS convertible belonging to my father sitting under shed for 18 years. Getting ready to go on market place also 57chev no post and 55 nomad station wagon.. Great show guys...

[@chrisminter7776]

Dang! That's bold to get on an airplane after eating all of that! Ladies and Gentlemen, we will be down one bathroom on this flight! LOL

[@AzTurboMini]

William Bill... I'm 61 and I've put A1 on my Philly cheese steaks as long as I can remember. If I make them on the flat top here at the house I'll mix it in while it's cooking and it caramelizes which really puts it over the top. I also put it on my pot roast. 😉

[@thomaswestrup2886]

When talking about desirable '69 Camaros, I naturally figured he'd found an undiscovered ZL-1 in hiding - not just some wrong-engined Z/28.

[@roydrink]

Yeah, I was disappointed too…

[@joecummings9662]

No shit

[@onedayiwillmakesomecontent]

Is L88 an option for Camaro?

[@poppycock6572]

Dennis is about the coolest guy around! He reminds me of a guy my father knew back in the day. He had one cool car after another... a Pantera, Corvette and an Austin Healey with a 327 in it. Cool stuff. (Oh, and a Grabber Blue Cougar Eliminator.)

[@hotrodharry2005]

Thanks Sean P for the shout out on the pace car and thank you Dennis, and Zack for the awesome video. Outstanding!!!

[@Hartfordland]

The 'all-in'. Got to do one of these with Dennis and Richard at a Denny's in Monterey many years ago. They (Dennis and richard) had just sold an original Duesenberg (I think) at Gooding and did well and were in the mood to celebrate. The folks at that Denny's said it was the highest bill ever for a customer. nutty (and very late) night!

[@josephbrands6303]

a 1969 Kingswood Stationwagon!!!!!

[@jasonlavertu6894]

Great find on the Z28! And I'm just 🤣🤣 over the $300 lunch!!

[@benmatthews7273]

Anyone else thinking they would like to smoke down with Dennis after a deal then go chow down. ABSOLUTELY 😂😮😊420?

[@jamesgrounds4098]

Dennis, I always enjoy watching your Videos! You’re very knowledgeable about almost everything auto-related, very impressive. Stay cool! 😎

[@NephewJamie]

Can’t wait to watch it

[@franker1111]

In the future Dennis when you press traction control hold the button-down longer than 25 seconds it will turn off traction control an stability Trac. Then it well work

[@DWH072]

Van Nuys cars don’t have X codes along with early Norwood cars

[@toddbrown2236]

Dennis, you have the best car channel on KZbin. You're a true gentleman and I very much enjoy how you always treat everyone with kindness and respect. Everyone on your team are very talented and if money were no object, I'd love to have you guys finish my '65 GTO project that at the moment is languishing a bit. Looking forward to your next episode. Cheers from Michigan!

[@carlosberrio2206]

From Colombia . Chevelle SS turbo- jet?.

[@leedayvault5594]

Honestly Can we get more Dennis doughnuts in all coffee walks? Awesome! Love it

[@monkeybarmonkeyman]

I remember driving by a Chevy dealership when I was 17... they had a crapload of Z Camaros in the used car lot. I could have bought (with my 17 yr old funds 🙂) any one of them for under $4000. I preferred split bumper Z's but they always seemed to only have them in this really nasty dark green. Amazing how Z's have survived.

[@thomasmagda4580]

Got mine for $1600 in 1975!

[@rkirschner7175]

Dark forest green was the best color. Nobody else had one.✌

[@derail6996]

I’m the same don’t care for the box Camaros but love the 70’ 71’ and 72’!

[@sportsterray66]

That seems like a lot of food, even if you fed your crew, the seller's family, and all of the restaurant workers & customers. 😂

[@haroldmordt4421]

Dennis, gonna have to close the borders of Texas and Georgia! This is the 3rd find of yours from within 50 miles of my hometown of Acworth Ga,! Don't know how you do lt!

[@That_Dude420]

Another sweet ride non stop cool cars love watching your finds 💯✌American Muscle 💪💪💪

[@oscarboswell2688]

Profile picture.. you're despicable

[@elmerfudpucker3204]

Y'all finally ate at a good place! Those roadside gas station cafes are true hidden gems when you're on the road. Let's see some more on the PACE CAR!!!!!!

[@BOLLOX64]

That list of food….😳

[@golf25radioman]

In their wisdom, KZbin suggested your channel for me. As we know, KZbin is full of car experts - right? Well, I viewed your video, I admit with skepticism, and found it entertaining. I will be back. Me, I'm just an old GM tech, Chevy lover, and fairly knowledgeable. Always willing to learn, so thanks for having me aboard.

[@tricycleguy2657]

I wonder how many of them 302 engines got scattered all over the road due to excessive abuse/missed shifts/ etc

[@stephenrooker1941]

That guy is a legend more buys from him Collins.😉

[@scottburrow8717]

Well there goes your rental cars. They see this your done. Lol

[@michaeldunican6185]

And yet another amazing Camaro to the coffee walk team🎉

[@ericswires8534]

Dang. Even Rawlings doesn’t make his guys eat dog biscuits.

[@BlownSkillet]

Very cool. Lotta cool cars tucked away in this area. I live in Franklin, just a little south of Ephesus.

[@floydbolyard2736]

I think that's one of the shortest episodes you've done in quite awhile

[@gsmith207]

I like how this is real. Don’t need no script, well, sometimes.. but still don’t need over the top hype to sell the channel. Good stuff and that’s One Bitchin Camaro…

[@wi.dave3812]

The car is cool, but damn that’s a lot of groceries 😂

[@derekhightower1903]

Camera work is HOLY GRAIL,!!!

[@gilbertwashburn7095]

Thanks to a great video I bought a 69 Z28 1971 for $1,600 it was tuxedo black with white stripes it was a JL8 car it had 14,000 miles original wasn't that old I had it for 4 years I chopped It Up made a drag car out of it my buddy still got to drive line and it's in his32 Ford including the jl8 rear end I did obtain a factory cross Ramwith carburetors years later but never used it sold it to a buddy had fun with the drag car but in hindsight she'll have left it stock my dad always said you're going to wreck the car you dumb kid yeah I'm old but I had fun have a great day

[@69ssrscamaro4]

That's when it would have been very handy to have had a crystal ball. That car you described is up there with the ZL1, Yenko, COPO and Baldwin if it had the JL8 and cross ram from factory.

[@ddblairco]

thank you Dennis and Zack

[@cheaptricked]

I want that Biscayne to go with my Caprice…

[@skinnerhound2660]

Bisquick

[@RedEyedPatriot]

Appreciate you helping the small town eatery. Sweet z28 😎🤙