Restoring an 86 IROC-Z in 10 minutes! (You won’t believe the results!)

[@wrathofdon63]

This here was a normal father and son project back in the 70's. Now these days it is rare. If I could give 2 thumbs up I would. Teenagers today really do not know what they are missing. Most of all, this is a great Dad, and should be proud of his son.

[@imcrow6674]

man i wish my father would do sumn like this with me though i think his motivation to do it was killed by my brother who took his truck there, worked on it for like 2-3 days, now its been sitting outside his house for the last 3-4 years

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

Thank you for your comment, it was a great project to do with my son his Junior and Senior year of High School and he learned so much!

[@george25199]

My father did this with me on a old $300.00 73 Camaro my senior year of high school . Rust bucket showed me how to do body work . Earl Scheib paint Job. Turned out great .

[@jimmycline4778]

The IROC decals are the ultimate final touch on a IROC Z, it BLOWS my mind you made this car look awesome but left the most important final touch,,,,, IROC Z

[@airgunningyup]

agreed

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

Just uploaded part 2 shows the restoration of the car with some new pictures with the decals added!

[@frankartale1026]

It's nice to have a Dad that has the ability to do that to your car. He has years of experience. Awesome job guys. Love seeing these cars again. btw i do this for a living so i appreciate the video.

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

Thanks 👍

[@leontaylor9445]

I did up a camaro berlineter back in 2004 gives me great pleasure watching your video. go usa from new Zealand thanks for sharing

[@BearingPhMotoring]

Breath taking results, but the fact this is a father and son effort makes it even more amazing. This is a real labor of love and a testament of the magic that exists between father and son!

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

It was a real pleasure working with my son!

[@frankfisk9915]

It is truly an amazing father son project that was great to see from start to finish! Amazing machine!

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

Thank you we really enjoyed building this car.

[@IDRIVEOLDCARS]

Can’t wait to do the same with my father I recently bought him one he had this exact car from this video when I was child except stock hood. Overall it is the car that made me a Chevy guy. Can’t wait to build it

[@TheREALOC1972]

I absolutely love these IROC's, they are the Quintessential 80's car. My neighbors nephew had one when I was a teen, his was a little bit brighter blue with Silver wheels and Silver IROC Graphics and Grey Interior. I just bought a 84 Camaro (Not an IROC) that my son, grandson and I are going to rebuild for my grandson's first car. Were going to leave the base Camaro front end on it because we all like it better but were going to put a IROC Hood and Spoiler on it. It came with the plain jane 305 so were just going to rebuild it. We have no idea what color were going to repaint it yet but were thinking yellow, that's grandson's favorite color with grey interior, we live in the Arizona and black vinyl would get REALLY hot in the summer.

[@lyonanddebanderson4418]

My second car after a 1981 280ZX was a 1987 IROC when I was @ 20. I kept getting beat on the street by 5.0 Mustangs at the time, so I bought a 1991 Mustang convertible. I currently drive a 2008 Dodge Charger Super Bee Edition #798 fast as hell, but out of all the cars I should have kept was my IROC. To this day it just felt right driving it, I wish you well on your project I know you will enjoy the heck out of it. I'm older now and retired, you can surely bet I'm going to get another find another. Thanks for saving your's.

[@phoenixblack1220]

I get the sneaky suspicion that Dad has done this before??? Absolutely outstanding work! Gorgeous car!!

[@moosenbeans903]

The fastest this old man was in one of those. It was a year or so old the frameless side windows got pulled out so much I could stick my hand out. The best part of your vid is father n son working on it together.

[@Hailey_WhiteRaven]

Just magnificent...makes me appreciate my 1988 5.7 Iroc-Z...wish I had your hood louvers and your beautiful paint job

[@pat__4]

My father found me my first and only Camaro 13 years ago (1988 rs), and I was 15. Today I ripped it down the highway for the first time in a couple of years. I love that car and my dad.

[@jimbo9357]

Nice job. Thanks for not pimping our that car. Keeping it close to stock. Have 86 IROC, 86 WS6 TA and 92 RS. Love third gens.

[@LAMB53087]

Very nice. Thanks for the video. I bought an '85 IROC-Z in April of 1985. It was a lighter, brighter blue. A one-year only color. Electric blue I think. I kept it 12 years. I traded it in in 1997 for a '97 Jeep Wrangler. I still have the Wrangler. In immaculate condition. Before I had the IROC, I had an '83 Z-28. 5.0 H.O. with 5 speed. I kept it two years. I miss those cars. They bring back memories. Now I drive Dodge RT's.

[@stormjett2608]

Can't even sugarcoat.. This video made me tear up. My father and I were supposed to build a Camaro together, but he passed away before we started.. I was 14. I'm 27 now..

[@genemaverick5705]

Well done guys , car looks awesome , my dad bought me a 75 camaro back in the early 80’s , we spent 8 months tearing down the car and rebuilding it , my dad dropped in an 83 corvette motor in it , what a fast car I had , I wish I still had the camaro and my dad , we lost him to cancer August of 2022 , 😞

[@tomrunning357]

Bringing back memories of driving halfway across the contry to pick up his red 1990 Iroc in 2007. A few years later I brought home a 1984 Z28. We still enjoy our Camaro's and yes his is faster then mine.

[@robertfarris7375]

I had one of those. Bought it new in 1986. Red exterior and red interior, tuned port injected. Loved that car.

[@robertfarris7375]

Almost $20,000 lol

[@chrisjones6403]

Honestly blown away from the amazing transformation , she is perfect n I really love the colour n those vents .

[@angeldiaz6068]

I had a 85 IrocZ with t tops the same blue color just graduated high school my first car bought it with my own money coolest car I’ve ever owned in my opinion the best color for an IrocZ

[@devinthomas4866]

If anyone says you don't have the most badass car in Oregon...they are wrong! Great project guys, love it.

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

Thank you we enjoy the car.

[@atomicorang]

Very amazing complete restoration in only ten minutes

[@Expatriate1977]

It's good you took it down to bare metal because even if a car looks great, it can hide lots of nasty surprises that will catch up with you sooner or later. You really did an excellent job. It looks even better than new!

[@kluvsank78]

Beautiful car. And even more beautiful father and son relationship! Good job guys! 🤙🏻

[@Viking8888]

When I was 19 (back in 1994) I almost bought an 1988 IROC in really nice condition, but the guy wanted 8 Grand for it and I just didn't have that kind of money. And my Dad reminded me that it snowed a lot in the winter in BC. So I opted for a Chevy Beretta GT instead. A good reliable car, but it would have been more fun to have the IROC!

[@brianstewart8188]

As a previous owner of 2 IROC Camaros, I appreciate your work and beautiful results! Great work, gorgeous car!

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

Thank you very much!

[@SpAzZzZz_]

17 years ago I was 14 and bought a 84 berlinetta and didn't tell my dad till I got it home. We had a rough relationship but the one thing that brought us together was that car before he passed. So awesome to see this

[@robertgillander3289]

Super impressive. I absolutely love that blue

[@TheFberry100]

One of my favs in high school. I loved the canary yellow with dark tint!!!

[@choloscustoms5002]

Man that brought back so many memories of me and my dad thanks for sharing I would give anything for just one more build with my dad beautiful car too always liked them Iroc-z camaros

[@vincentgreen5166]

It's great you to are working together please keep in mind when you're done with that beautiful camaro put a aftermarket alarm on it I've had seven from 1987 up to 2002 and they all were stolen. I miss my babies. Now I have a 2017 with a aftermarket alarm. 👍👍👍👍👍👍 Enjoy the vehicle buddy! Love the restoration work you to did together also the color blue pop's

[@mikebruegger8654]

That's some exceptional body work

[@ronaldosmon4715]

Great job, I have an 1988 Camaro, hope yours bring you as much fun as mine has me.

[@tharblin]

I dream of the 80's. Great to watch this

[@jackiesgeorge]

love everything but the louvers you did an excellent job.

[@nedflanders5649]

What a great father and son project, the car came out great.

[@Woodyj1983]

The tires are mounted backwards. Awesome story❤

[@redlinefreedive6126]

Awesome, thanks for bringing 1 back I love the IROC Z28. Your work and passion is showing in the car.

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

I appreciate that!

[@MadMatt-bs3xv]

Well done sir 💪 Wish I had a dad like you

[@fullyloadedkustoms]

That's awesome to get a project like that and to have your family involved on the build Camaro turned out awesome 👌 👏

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

Thanks 👍

[@76vetten]

Outstanding job. Your father son project is a success. My son lasted about a day. Lol. Well done.

[@godbluffvdgg]

...Sweet whip and you guys did a great restoration.

[@lukeratliff9708]

Great looking resto that’s SCREAMING for 18 inch replicas!

[@raymonddargie6594]

The smiles say it all, what a great transformation and a great father and son project. Job well done!

[@micktre7608]

You and your partner did such a wonderful job. Projects like this can bring couples even closer together. You both seem so happy.

[@jimmyz2098]

Absolutely awesome! The best part, of course.... is that this is an amazing Father-Son project. But man oh man.... do I want one of these great American Sports Cars! That baby is just absolutely gorgeous!! Subbing.

[@petemorfin115]

Car looks great I have a 1986 Iroc Z that is Metalic Red. I redid the car in 2015. Love the color of yours.

[@blazed85]

The car sounds awesome too! Loud exhaust holy cow.

[@tangomantactical]

Overall decent job. I'm a body tech and custom painter. I'm very picky. Get rid of the white letter tires,and put the IROC stickers on it. It could be dropped 2" all around, as well.

[@JimmyProductions]

As someone restoring a Camaro of the same year with my friend, this will be very interesting and useful!

[@PastelChloee]

My favorite Camaro body style, I had finally gotten one about 18 years ago and lost it In less then a couple months! I guess it wasn't meant to be😢 it only needed a paint job and minor interior work. So mad about it.

[@parttimer7624]

IMO. Iroc-z’s are the sexiest car gm ever created. I’m getting ready to build another one myself. Great work man.

[@Ricky-pi9kk]

You Guys killed it...Nice job!!!

[@joek7413]

Nice Job! Working on a project with your Dad or Son is special. I painted few in that color, definitely one of Chevrolets best color. Painting in the garage brings back memories. The only thing I would've done differently is replace the hood. I have yet to see bondo on a hood that didn't eventually crack.

[@ghines65]

Had a '84 Z, miss that car, wasnt a powerhouse, but man was it cool. Very nice car, the paint and body work was awesome!

[@jimbo9357]

I had a 84 Z28. Loved that car.

[@enriquelopez9124]

That is truly amazing 👏 seeing how an IRoC Z gets restored by a father & son team

[@badbydesign8452]

Great work guys! Someone got the body work and paint process correct!

[@korn111685]

Fantastic. What a great way to bond.

[@ervmister]

nicely done! always nice to see a project/muscle car get back to the way it was. love 👀 this stuff. thanks for the great content 👍

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

Glad you enjoyed it! Part 2 video is being uploaded now.

[@ConstantXplorer]

CLEAN! Looks great.

[@christianhite7849]

Thank you for sharing this, it made my evening.....

[@Biden_Cult_Morons]

Great job. The ending photo at the Chevy dealership is a great finish

[@misstressofimperfection6112]

omg i want to have this as my project car so badddd. I was interested in the new camaro ZL1, but i always felt like something was missing, i have a snack for older cars, so i fell in absolute love with the IROC-Z camaro. Now its my life and i want it so bad.

[@scottgarber4558]

Looks great, you had a decent car to start with

[@nightflyer40]

Nice ride!

[@PNWBLUEBARON]

And here I thought I was the only one in the area with a nice restored blue iroc. I guess I can correctly say t top now haha. Beautiful car

[@PastelChloee]

It's amazing! Looks factory fresh

[@MrSFSTUDIOS]

Nice work! Car looks great!

[@teetop5776]

That is one awesome job. Loved watching this.

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@poormansspeedshop4104]

Really cool car enjoyed the video keep up the good work

[@bradnewby5695]

Great job fellas!

[@pitagriffen1394]

Awesome!! Looks great!! Nice classic to have!!🇺🇸💪🤙✌

[@locotrucker46]

Absolutely beautiful car

[@trentbartholomew7336]

An amazing car I have one I'm restoring myself right now and this is definitely even more of an inspiration for me that it's very nice good job on it

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

You can do it!

[@johnbrooks2122]

Good to see good people in world these day.

[@robertkolb228]

Looks great! Can’t wait to see it with the decals.

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

Watch the new uploaded video part 2

[@quentinteague3472]

Beautiful car!

[@derap34]

WOW incredible car and you guys are incredibly talented, great job! Love the color

[@gabrieleparisi9446]

Bravissimi,complimenti davvero bellissima auto👍🏻🔝

[@AnnieofBlueGables]

I would have loved being a fly on the wall. This kind of thing fascinates me!

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

It was a wonderful time with my son. Thanks

[@marcuslimbaugh7138]

My dream car

[@jayb3955]

fantastic work!

[@naoufelkourdellah3704]

Gentlemen, very, very Super well done ! AWESOME ! The choice of color is great but I'd have rather choosen US Summer light Sky Blue metallic. What ever you've done very good, nice job and car project.

[@brianbrink1421]

Great video!! I had 2 of the 3rd gen Camaros years ago and loved both of them. They r great cars. Btw great choice of color!!

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

Thanks! 👍

[@jacksowers8854]

Reminds me of 87 I owned should of kept it😩 nice job guys! Go ducks

[@TTGTO288]

Nice work on a car that didn't look to bad to begin with. I'm not a fan of the louvers, these look better with cowl hoods, but to each his own. Now, it needs an LS power plant and a good rear.

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

The LS is definitely something my son wants to do next along with a 6 speed manual transmission

[@THATMOFODIRT]

🤘from a fellow fbody Oregonian.

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

Thats awesome hello back..

[@Malachi4DaWin]

Nice rebuild

[@hydrostream8954]

Beautiful job guys!

[@chiefrocka8604]

My mum and dad had one back in 91 a 87 350 Iroc z with bilstein suspension and had a cobra painted on the hood. If you saw it in Florida back in the late 80’you wouldn’t forget that . This one’s great, I wouldn’t have the white lettering but everything else looks kushti

[@thomasmatarazzo198]

One of the only camaros you could see out the front and back 😂

[@King5150Ed]

Thank god GM just announced they're finally going to end that ugly thing (current Camaro)......i always hated it

[@thomasmatarazzo198]

@@King5150Ed me too . Fat plastic turd

[@JGCSRT]

The kid was there for the photo ops 😂

[@tomtaylor6028]

Great work guys!

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

Thank you!

[@billbowers268]

Beautiful transformation . Good choice in color .

[@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238]

Thank you so much 😊

[@aaronfleming6386]

​@@dreamitmakeitenjoyit1238is that the correct code color for it?

[@atcdan133]

So cool. Nice work😊

[@Ky_Mycology]

All that work and your directional tires are on backwards... either way I love the Iroc body. My first car was an 85' F41 Camaro.

[@connorking7785]

Very nice work

[@paulthesoundguy1]

I love these cars. But I have always hated the third brake light up,so high…GM missed the boat…..putting Them in the rear deck spoiler was a great idea

[@arnulfob3454]

Cool a IROC with no t-tops that's a good car for autocross.

[@user-ld1qg6xg5m]

You get a lot of rain in OR...I guess the louvers are great to wash the engine down with

[@jimcummer681]

Looks beautiful!! Great job enjoy it!! Love the blue!!