Restored '70 Chevy Camaro Old School Muscle Car

Brian from CTEK Chargers brought over his fully restored 1970 chevy camaro split bumper for us to check out so sit back and enjoy the ride..
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[@rackemwells]

These mild but wild cars are where it’s at! The priceless, enclosed trailer, never driven, show cars are great, but this type of ride is perfect and pretty attainable for most.

[@christophernoto]

I don't know what '70 Camaros are going for where you live, but one in cherry condition, like this one, are =not= cheap. I had one, a Z/28, in fact, back in the day, but... as a personal, second car... I don't think I'll ever own one again.

[@rackemwells]

@@christophernoto I was speaking of the build level and not being all out custom and intricate. Pretty much any old car in this condition is an arm and a leg these days, also getting harder to find in fields too…

[@robertsdaytodaylife]

Love the camaros especially the split bumper

[@michaelornelas9396]

The the baddest car on the entire show. That is exactly how I want to restore my Corvette. He really preserved the soul of the car.

[@brian_and_the_car]

Thanks Shawn and everyone for a great day filming. Such an honor to be selected for the channel!!!

[@trevorsanchez2470]

Absolutely beautiful car man!!!!

[@brian_and_the_car]

@@trevorsanchez2470 Thanks so much!

[@brian_and_the_car]

@Jay & Laong's World!🤪²⁰²¹ Thank you!

[@trashbandit2449]

Beautiful car. Also your profile picture is actually super cool. Isn't obvious what it is, but it's a cool combination of shapes and once you know what it's from, it's perfect. Just thought that was interesting

[@brian_and_the_car]

@@trashbandit2449 Thanks! I love it when people figure out what it is!

[@davidcruz8227]

Properly done second gen, the right mix of new tech with old school muscle!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Agreed 👊

[@unmalo2768]

I owned a 1970 & 1/2, Z28. When the hood came open at the 2:44 mark, I almost dropped a tear or two! That is exactly what my engine bay looked like. I spent so much time under that hood, that I can still feel the fenders on my beltline. I sold her in order to start a new family when I was still a private in the Army. Miss that ol girl!!!

[@christophernoto]

Yeah, they definitely swapped in those classic cast valve covers from the Z/28. I'm like you, bought a '70-1/2 Z/28 off the showroom floor for $4,000. Didn't get to keep it long, though, just about 15 months. Some very sweet memories, though.

[@XCVi_MAC]

I like how the owner is honest on the power.

[@bluesrike]

That guy in the S2000 was a real chad for being decent enough to not diss Brian's car.

[@davewoodmancy4596]

Second generation Camaros and Firebirds are my favorites of all time. Simply timeless styling

[@josephmatuszak3855]

That color is fantastic. What a deep car. It doesn't try to be more than it has to be, and still comes out more than the sum of it parts....

[@d.vincent6190]

And those exhaust notes are fabulous.

[@eeeeeeeeeeeeeeee78]

You said that perfectly 👌

[@AutotopiaLA]

Love that color and the car…a little more power wouldn’t suck but simply a great car

[@josephmatuszak3855]

@@AutotopiaLA how were you thinking? I was looking at it, thinking, light warming over. bumpstick, nicer intake manifold + efi. I don't even think it needs much more power, maybe just lighter flywheel/intake

[@barnabyjones5161]

Ghey

[@taelew]

This car is sweet! Love how he kept it original for the most part but did subtle upgrades to embellish the ride.

[@matrox]

A friend of mine had a 72' back in the late 70s with a 350. He had his engine rebuilt with a hot street setup. That 350 screamed. I had a 69 383 Road Runner at the time I never raced but could tell he could blow me away in a 1/4 mile and my Road runner pulled pretty good even though it burned rubber through most of 1st gear. Also mine had a rear end of just 3:23. I think he was running something like 4:10 gears.

[@tremmer2229]

Original...non-LS...refreshing. Really cool ride. Sounds nice and healthy.

[@richardwarfield7386]

Straightforward and clean. Luv 2nd gens - takes me back to better days.

[@fishpony1211]

Such a clean cruiser! Even though i have an LS swap, it makes me happy to see these dudes keeping it original like this.

[@youaretheone2]

That was exactly the make and model of how my car looked in high school down to the color and stripes.. I've never had so much fun!!

[@johnmaxwell258]

Nice build. That guy was so chill.

[@ebrowntaylor1]

My 77 camaro is "Camaro Gold" just like this one, and I wasn't sure if I was a gold guy when I bought mine. But, I love it! Awesome car!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Great color!!

[@stevepick9527]

My first car was a 701/2 SS 350 in this Camaro gold…(I’m an old guy) Great restoration, boy, wish I still had it!

[@buellreaucracy]

The sound of flowmasters 😍

[@davecozzi9721]

My '70 is also a simple build with a GENI SBC. It has great suspension and brakes which makes it a car you could drive every day. The gold looks so right on this body style. She's a beaut Clark!

[@DaveRyan1974]

My Uncle Craig ... God Rest his soul he's on the other side he bought a 73 split bumper rally Sport Camaro 350 4-speed and he owned that 73 Camaro since 1975! Some of my best memories are being a kid and cruising with my Uncle Craig in His 73 Camaro somewhere and Van Halen Running With the devil would be playing on the radio and Uncle Craig would be just calmly tooling around town and he was a long hair hippie it was so much fun!!!! My Uncle Craig was very happy when he found out later in life that I was into hot rods and I was working at a machine shop! He talked with me about building a 350 that could light the tires up and when you'd fire the car up in the garage he wanted it to shake the pictures on the walls of the house! Lol he was mad at my Aunt for sitting on Home shopping Network and spending all his money so he gave me an open checkbook and said little rip son and boy did I ever! I never thought I'd run across another Camaro that sounded identical to his. And I use the Edelbrock Performer RPM package on his 350 4 bolt main motor with a set of TRW forged slugs! Factory Steal Crank! Eagle I beam rods! Upgraded the ignition system to MSD 6A ..... There wasn't no such thing as an MSD 6al yet! Southside machine lift bars! We never did make it a posi or change it from the 331 gears I was too worried about my uncle getting her a little two Sideways .... Lol it didn't need posi you dump that clutch and it would light both tires up really easy! I did put a center Force clutch in it! And they weren't no skinny tires we did some aftermarket center line billet Wheels some 17/8 and 17/9 Front tires were 245/50/17.... Rear Tires were 275/50/17! Back when Flowmasters just became popular I put a set of two chamber Flowmaster mufflers dumping behind the rear tires! But no joke when that Camaro fired up that you're displaying here it sounds identical to Uncle Craig's Camaro! Rip Uncle Craig!!!!!!!

[@brian_and_the_car]

Such a cool memory Dave! Nice!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks for the story and the memory here

[@djh5755]

AutotopiaLA...the BEST show on the tube. As a freshman in high school I sometimes caught a ride home with a senior named Scott who had a white on blue SS. I am 54 now and have no idea what hp it had it at that time it was the car that TOLD ME...YOU NEED A CAR LIKE THIS! Hate to break it to you all but by this time I wanted an AC Cobra. Is a Ford fan I became. When I was a junior I rolled up at school in a 78 Cobra 2 Charlie's angel's car. I had wished Scott was there to see it But was glad he didn't drive it.😁

[@wkanost]

My mom had a 1970 Camaro in gold. I remember her driving it off the lot and my brother saying, “Don’t get the tires dirty!” Ha! We immediately drove to the beach. Fun times.

[@marvinscottjr.4310]

Dude! I have not even watched the video yet. I only viewed the first five seconds of the clip and I'm already in love with the car.

[@tomvalpo9361]

The RS front end is so clean. I also love the small '70 rear spoiler and the gold color is great for that era.

[@jamesleathers5488]

Really great mix of old and new. Just another really cool build. Glad to see it.

[@cm5596]

One beauty right there

[@iansharpe8420]

Personally, the split bumper is my favorite camaro. Exceptional car.

[@bernardbrooks2889]

that how you restore an old 70' Chevy Camaro , beautiful done

[@RomVlad]

Wow, this car works so well- everything that's been done, the wheels, the stance, the original paint scheme- what a complete package. I had the same 300 hp/ 350, autumn gold paint on my 1970 Monte Carlo. Had that car for 20 years, should have kept it.

[@CJColvin]

Very beautiful 70 Camaro brother. My mom had a 79 Camaro 6 Cylinder as her first car and man she loved it.

[@Ryan_Winter]

Beautiful, sane car without a roll cage, usable as a family car. 👍

[@elijahinky]

Beautiful car. My old man had a split bumper 70, it was a loud green color. He also had a 55 Bel-Air. That color on his camaro is awesome. So period correct and perfect.

[@TheOneAboveAll-001]

Very nice, I love that he left the original motor in it. Sounds awesome!

[@AutotopiaLA]

He’s doing all the right things here and not going too far

[@chrissuit3229]

Sweet ride. I dig the music as well.

[@boston7704]

This is the car we all wanted to have in the 1980s. Clean, fast and puts a smile on your face.

[@ES44AC-2]

Super nice car. Glad he kept this one mostly original.

[@kennysinclair5999]

A complete MONSTER! 💪🏽

[@daleyarborough]

That Roadster Shop f-body full-frame conversation should be on the menu. It’s SICK!!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

They make incredible chassis’

[@alexvelez2141]

You know me Shawn. Got to love these cars

[@nelsonnieves5374]

I love what you've done to my most loved car. Thankyou for not messing up its originality. People thats how to appreciate a car for real. Not destroying its original Flava!

[@paulm6481]

Beautiful and lovely build.

[@RotorMedic7]

The Ultimate CRUISER! and I love the color!!

[@ryans_kustomz4543]

That Colour Combo Just Works / Goes on this Car ! 👍

[@bellyup6704]

Hands down fav gen Camaro this one

[@AutotopiaLA]

Same for me all the way!

[@robertc4311]

Berry, Berry nyce '70!!! These cars are timeless! Still gorgeous after all these years! She reminds me of my first car back in the 80s, a '73 Type LT Camaro in dark brown.

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

It really looks fantastic! It was originally built/optioned by someone in the know & the restoration was respectful as well.

[@jeffreyrigged]

i like a 70 camaro way more than any first gens.

[@tysonrowe1002]

It isn't always about the burnout, very nice car.

[@user-ne9wp8ve5u]

Now this one is a keeper for me! Very well done. Love that it’s manual.

[@coincollectorchase]

Damn that's a badass car, especially for being Standard!

[@nickp701]

I'm glad to see the old cars with modern components. Style meets technology.

[@CyberDocUSA]

This f-er raised the hair on my forearm. Holy crap. Brian, this is a masterpiece and I love the color, too.

[@trevorsanchez2470]

Right?! The exact same thing happened to me to man!! Absolutely beautiful car!!! And that color sets it off!!!!

[@rackemwells]

That’s a horrible color, but not on this car…

[@gungfuriceboy]

beautiful...Not 'over-powered'...Awesome Exhaust 'Music'!....Something You won't 'Get yourself' in 'Trouble With'! Respect for Not 'Over Doing Her'!...Cheers from Canada.

[@kyleforeman4543]

One dam sweet ride

[@thejoshbtv]

Love it. The best generation of Camaros. Well up until 73 at least.

[@wolfthornhawkridge5705]

Sounds great

[@corzinc]

I’ve always loved those 70s colors that no one liked back then, keeps the car period looking. Yet when you modify the car it doesn’t take away fro the looks as much, beautiful car!

[@leosun8469]

I love this Camaro! I own a ‘70 RS, and although not as nice as Brian’s, his is perfect. I wouldn’t have put the vinyl top back on, either. Thanks for sharing!👍🏻

[@CyberDocUSA]

Brian, if you're ever in the Richmond area, hit me up and I'll buy you a few beers, bud. 🍺

[@brian_and_the_car]

Let's do it!!!

[@robhernandez7322]

That’s a badass cruiser man!! Not overdone, very elegant!! Beautifully done😎!!

[@mauricedavila8184]

Love how its simple nice mix of old and new tech and that paint job excellent work love it

[@PhillyDee215]

Nothing like an old school car😎

[@runslaTe]

sounds great and looks even better

[@ProudPapaw88]

That is one bad ass Camaro. Nicely done. Shawn, you are having too much fun. 👍

[@danno2881]

I love your videos man. Big fan from Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺

[@melvinburwell8202]

Original 70 split bumper. $$. Cool cruiser. Not chopped up. Nice. Very rare.🤩🥰😍😛

[@mericamuscle]

This reminds me of my 2nd gen. I had a 1972 RS Z28 Clone with a 383 4 speed and a MSD Atomic EFI system. Spin tech exhaust 3 inch. Boy did that camaro move! That was only a few yrs ago and I was the only 21 year old driving one in my neck of the woods. Everything I drive is carburetor to early 90s. Love the old-school feel.

[@bruceh92]

Right here, the best year, best example of 2nd gen Camaro, Bella!

[@mg_streetkandi]

Good little mix..I like it..Good Job!

[@ck2106]

This is my favorite 2nd Gen because it's a build most of us could afford.

[@NinjaMike_Plays]

Beast 😎

[@MaxOZAU8]

That's sleek and stylishly with a great note to it. In Australia Ford called that colour Tropic Gold. 😎👍

[@brian_and_the_car]

That's cool to know!

[@ColdWhiteTiger]

I think it looks awesome. The color really makes it pop

[@mericamuscle]

You don't have to go "Fast" to enjoy. Every Mile is a Smile.

[@competitionpatiocoversscre856]

Nice ride....I have a 71.....and I'm headed to the same destination

[@GeorgioArmoni]

Bumblebee looks 🔥

[@genemounce8302]

Love it!

[@MulberryStJimmieFaGettaboutit]

Awesome car , 2nd gens are my favorite Camaro 👌🏾

[@XAPAN88]

Great great build but I’m still 67-69 fan😍

[@chrislovett87]

Split bumper Camaro’s are just badass. Love the paint combo.

[@AutotopiaLA]

They really are and that black & gold is beautiful

[@George-on3zm]

Split bumper or full bumper it don’t matter! They all can look bad to the bone.

[@joemanzanares8194]

I agree about the early gen 2's. Beautiful body style.

[@daltongaylor4400]

Absolutely stunning.

[@SerPurple51]

That thing is just perfect! Original with some modern amenities, that only make sense too.

[@jabawockee199]

Such beautiful sounds...

[@allantaylor3288]

Nice Camaro, like that its mostly stock. Had a 71 Firebird 350 way back when, very similar in color. Wasn’t keen on the color either at first but grew on me and got plenty of thumbs up from the ladies😊

[@robertvance1873]

69 was ok, but 70-73 is my Favorite, and 77-80 I also like. Great video

[@shanebrbich5698]

Beautiful stance on this old girl! Keeping her (relatively) stock is the only way here! Keep up the awesome content here Shawn! Loving it! 👍🇦🇺

[@AutotopiaLA]

I’m usually all for radically modding cars but this one is perfect as is given its originality and that gold is stunning!

[@shanebrbich5698]

@@AutotopiaLA saw the thumbnail and thought “here we go...another radically altered classic “ Sounds awesome too! 👍🇦🇺

[@seanhayes1965]

What a car! Shaun, you have great cars in LA!

[@jamiemartin1793]

Very nice. Love the old split bumper

[@craighighmore4302]

The most magnificent gold colour I have ever seen on a car…..man it just works!! WOW!

[@AutotopiaLA]

I know! Same for me with that gold

[@tiptop8584]

Actually pretty sure this is a '71 Camaro color called "Placer Gold" It looks identical to my '71 Z/28 placer gold black striped car I owned.

[@kenjohnson9498]

if it was mine, I would change 2 things - i'd add a G/V over/under drive and switch the wheels to Year One 17" or 18" GM 5-spoke rally (similar to what came on the car). the wheels would just enhance the stock look... the sound is perfect

[@GuardianMB]

Really a nice CAR! The owner kept its old school style with decent rims and suspension. This is an eye catcher... Nice tune in the background "Don't Break · SINY" Gorgeous scenery "California of course" ;-)

[@AutotopiaLA]

I love how he’s kept what needed to stay original and upgraded suspension, wheels and exhaust

[@heavyonthepedal7141]

Just a super clean 70 Camaro with a great stance. Really nice simple build, wheels look awesome with the stance also

[@ckhertz75]

Beautiful camaro that's 1 I would love 2 drive nice job nice video 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@sru1436]

Like you guys said, gold goes great with that car, love the ss stripes too. Beautiful car!

[@abedanielspictures]

Nice, solid, nuts and bolts chevy there!

[@Enjoytheinbetween]

Love the color, great looking car!

[@tetototupuna]

It’s the BEST looking Camaro EVER, 701/2 Z/28 RS.

[@matthewskaggs3792]

2nd gen will always be my favorite Camaro.