Resurrecting A 1979 Chevrolet Camaro After Sitting Nearly 25 Years!

[@armands3153]

"Let me tell you something, son. A driver don't pick the car. The car'll pick the driver. It's a mystical bond between man and machine."

[@saabkyle04]

Wise words right there

[@S1lverArr0w]

OG Bumblebee

[@paytonputteet]

Uncle Bobby B baby Uncle Bobby B

[@officialmineta]

@@aidancraig1903 🖕🏻 "AWWWW Don't be like that if I had a rock I'd bust yo head bitch, She's deaf, y'know? HUEHUEHUEUHUHUHUH"

[@enriquesalazar6101]

Actually found a replica of it gonna get it soon 🥰

[@2006gtobob]

This is one of those "Make it roadworthy" and then leave it as it is projects. New brakes, tires, etc and it'll be super cool as is!

[@jordanwiley4582]

Mechanical restoration.

[@saabkyle04]

I totally agree!

[@jamesbeaman6337]

I would really love to see it restored to showroom quality with a power increase. You just don’t see mint Berlinettas out there and that model and trim was one of my first favorite cars when I started noticing cars back in the day.

[@andreo.e5806]

Please let this be a series I’m some interested!

[@saabkyle04]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@IntoTheVoyd]

My dad had a 79 berlinetta but had to sell it in 1996 when money in the house got tight. He loved it. Always been a dream of mine to track it down and buy it back for him one day

[@TheREALOC1972]

I absolutely love these late run of the 2nd gen camaro's. Back in High School I had a 76 Camaro and one of my best friends had a 79 Camaro that I now have. Right after High School we both went in the Army and both ended up at Fort Campbell and then after we got off active duty he went in the National Guard and I went into the reserves and we both went to work at Saturn on the other side of Nashville from Fort Campbell, then 2 years later he transfered to Buick and moved to Detroit because his wife was originally from Michigan while I stayed there in Spring Hill, Once I hit my 20 year mark I retired but he was going to stay until he hit 25 but was killed in Afghanistan in 2014, 8 months shy of his 25 year mark, he was going to come home in 3 months and put his retirement packet in because it takes about 6 months to get done. Back in June his mom called me and asked me if I wanted the car because his dad had passed away in March and she knew they both would want me to have the car, so the next day I attached my trailer to my truck and my son and I drove from Northwest Arizona where I live now to Central Missouri to get the car along with a 350 engine that he had thinking he wanted to put it in the car, after getting home with it we were cleaning out the car and I found a yellow notebook that lined out what he wanted to do with the car so that's EXACTLY what i'm going to do with it, even down to the GOD AWFUL UGLY Mint Green Paint job, Turns out he wasn't going to put the 350 in the car, he was going to clean it up and sell it to help fund the car build, so I have a buddy that needed a 350 so I sold it to him for $500 along with another 305 that ran but will need a rebuild that I just gave to my son to put in his 73 Nova 4 door project that he's working on.

[@jesusdavid885]

I'm sorry about you buddy. May he Rest in Peace

[@TheREALOC1972]

@@jesusdavid885 Thanks, the 10 year anniversary was just last week and I was HOPING to have it running and driving to make the trip back but no dice, it just needed too much work to bash it back together. But I did promise his mom I would have it completely done by next year.

[@p.diocee8177]

It’s been a while since the algorithm actually popped your channel on my feed, and I’m glad it did. I can’t wait for this series!

[@saabkyle04]

Thanks dude, I appreciate it!

[@mackyj388]

My mom had a 78 z28 when I was a kid. I helped her pick it out at the chevy house. I remember wanting her to get one with t tops. It was an orange redish color with orange and red z28 striping. I loved that car.

[@saabkyle04]

That's awesome, thanks for sharing!

[@FlussyWussy]

You got me wishing I had a 79 Camaro again now. One of my dream cars, besides a 91. But hell, those 78 - 79's are beautiful

[@TheAndre8900]

New cars : OH NAW THIS AIN'T NO PREMIUM IMMA DIE HERE Old junkers : Is this barely flammable? Hit it.

[@williamsinger4124]

I tell everyone, old small block chevy engine will run on wet leaves

[@saabkyle04]

YESSSSS

[@saabkyle04]

LOLOLOL

[@derbydog02]

@@williamsinger4124 It's true, just great engines!

[@lsitnik]

Damn, Kyle! That was intense! Great car and what a restoration it will be! Can’t wait!

[@saabkyle04]

Thanks buddy!

[@OsoBlanco17]

Nothing says 70s like a dark brown car. I had two of these: an 81 and then an 80. They are great cars, easy to work on and ENDLESS potential with what you can do with them. Great video and you got a new subscriber.

[@richdetlaff-5983]

305 weren't the best hp motors but there basically a 350 with less compression and cubic inches.....you can swap any sbc In there

[@ctoacu6188]

Would love to see this thing restored with the same engine. Just as a reminder that hey, not all these cars were actually that fast lol

[@saabkyle04]

Yeah I know, I was being sarcastic LOL.

[@JustinOpinionChannel]

All the important stuff looks great. Restore it! '79 Camaro was my first new car, so I have a soft spot.

[@saabkyle04]

Right on! That's awesome!

[@TheGargoylesDen]

Cool! My first car was a 74 z28.....

[@jaycecox8700]

The old videos were great but these new ones are even greater, keep up the great work and the content!!

[@mikealtice46]

I had a 1977 with the same 305 in high school and college. Nice car but gutless because of all the smog gear. It brings back good memories. Love that you got it running after sitting for decades. Keep up the good work!

[@saabkyle04]

Thanks for sharing! I appreciate the support!

[@gkauto1959]

Im also deep into 2nd gen Camaros and I can say the 305 v8 you have there is a winner for a daily driver, these motors get hated on since they are not a 350, but once you run all the essentials (ign tune up, plugs and plug wires, oil change and clean out all those smog hoses to stop air leaks) that 305 will give you years of great mileage and trouble free operation, for years I had a 350 in my 74 camaro, and once I tried a 305 with a good torque camshaft, you really dont need anything else for your ride. Smooth bottom end response, good mileage (I get over 25 mpg with my 305) good enough power for passing and reliable as a SBC always is, your current set up will be everything you would want out of a daily driver!

[@ferrydaddy]

Enjoyed watching SK04 in very long time. Please make such rescue videos in future also.

[@saabkyle04]

Thanks bud, I appreciate it

[@josephpruett6388]

It’s actually really cool to hear an old muscle car idle relatively quietly and smoothly like a normal car today instead of having a loud rumbley idle

[@jordanwiley4582]

People forget These cars were just normal cars. They had to meet sound regs and everything.

[@saabkyle04]

Especially being that this is a Berlinetta, the "luxury" camaro.

[@connordziadul6048]

A lot of people frown upon this generation of Camaro/Trans Am/Berlinetta as heavy regulations were set during the oil crisis. These days, a muscle car must be defined as something obnoxiously loud and powerful, but this had some quality to it.

[@seahawker7796]

Look what the cat dragged in!!! HAHAHA I love the Berlinetta model, especially the stand alone tape deck on the center console! Great find.

[@saabkyle04]

Thanks for watching!

[@thagerdorn2009]

KYLE!!!!!! Dude this right here just made my day. The second gens, especially the 78 to 81 are my favorite. All my life we've had at least one 80/81 Z28. The Z in my profile picture I've had since 94, when I was 3 and a half. It's an 80 Z28 all original minus a jegs true dual exhaust system from long tube headers back to mufflers, no cats. Car sounds like it has a cam. I love the RS and the Berlinetta. This is so badass man. Been following you for many many years...love that you love old GMs and give them so much love. Rock on brother

[@saabkyle04]

Thank you so much pal, I really appreciate that! Thank you for sharing that as well! This was an unexpected purchase and I'm glad I pulled the trigger on it. Looking forward to filming more content with it!

[@reddstool1023]

Smooth as silk! No pings or knocks. 🤩

[@bosse641]

These are so cool. Brings me back to my early youth. So wanted one of these. Smokey and the bandit.

[@philboyer7402]

This reminds me so much of the brown 1977 Z28 I bought 20 years ago and restored in my mates garage and up my driveway. It had a 350 small block with a 4 speed manual transmission I had the original paperwork, Build sheet, pink slip for the first owner and original invoice. Only had it for six years but loved driving it around, always got looks as not very common here in the UK.

[@saabkyle04]

Wow, that sounds awesome man, thanks for sharing!

[@Julian_B004]

Sheesh. Can’t wait to see her all cleaned up. Amazing looking car 👌🏽

[@saabkyle04]

You and me both! I love detailing so hopefully I'll get to cleaning it in the next couple of weeks.

[@spacefacegaming]

OMG this is my dads dream car that he really wanted to drive one when he was in high school that this car was really sick in a clean condition when it came out I love these as well mostly corvettes best cars that Chevy ever made

[@saabkyle04]

Awesome dude!

[@zed8083]

I suggest you keep it, I have a 1980 Z28 I've had for 24 years, it's a labor of love! Them old Chevys always work! Never owe you anything!

[@saabkyle04]

Very cool dude!

[@c-tezblackspeedracer8056]

Absolutely awesome. This is my favorite generation of Camaro. 👍👍

[@saabkyle04]

Yeah dude, they're sweet!

[@OhYeahAboutThat]

Yes! This is exactly the kinds of videos we like!!!

[@jayman4095]

Nice!!!! that is the exact car I learned to drive in when I was 16 back in 2007 except mine was a nice shade of chalky sun faded White. Funny enough that car is still on the road to this day a mechanic shop owner in my town uses it as the local daily.

[@saabkyle04]

Thanks for sharing! That is too cool being that you're still able to see it in use!

[@IvanIvanov-vt2xl]

Good job Kyle, restoring this car will help its long way to immortality, a real beast. Cheers mate :)

[@DanielAlvarez-xl4qy]

Nice!! No blue smoke or nothing great save man its worth fixing it i hve a 79 z28 im fixing the best feeling is when it starts! Lol i know that feeling i bought it when i was younger i have a family now n hope to finish it one day

[@saabkyle04]

Yessir! That's awesome, thanks so much for watching!

[@ZacharyWhite25]

Keep it Kyle! Also, haven’t seen any Chevelle content lately. Hope that project’s coming along smoothly.

[@saabkyle04]

Lots of little delays, mainly with ordering parts, but I'm working on the next episode. Hopefully I'll have it up next weekend. Thanks!

[@TheRedBaron56]

Just bought one of these for $200, body is in perfect condition, can’t wait to fix it up!

[@AdamAve93]

Lucky! I can’t even finish my first project car. Lol but always great content.

[@saabkyle04]

I know the feeling, I'm juggling several at the moment LOL

[@tsweeney95]

Very Cool this 79 Camero started up my Dad used to own a 1978 Chevy Camero Z28 candy Apple blue 4 speed manual 👍 very rare to see one of these anymore 😎

[@saabkyle04]

Very cool! Sounds awesome!

[@raderakic7982]

Great expirience. That old car have a soul and wanted to be driven again. Greetings from Serbia...

[@saabkyle04]

Thanks for watching!

[@WolfPackGamingWPG]

That’s pretty cool! My grandparents told me they had one back then. Said they loved it and they never drove it in our harsh Canadian winters 😂

[@saabkyle04]

Very cool!

[@grandcouncilorvarmon4495]

My favorite of the 2nd gens, cant wait to see where this is gonna go🤘🏻

[@saabkyle04]

We shall see! Thanks for watching!

[@Joesmusclecargarage]

Better than a 70 Z huh? That’s one for the books 🤣

[@djhorn5769]

I don’t know if you heard that clicking noise when you crank the engine over, but my guess would be that the fly wheel might be a little gummed up. You might want to clean that before it becomes a problem. Other than that, you’ve got one hell of a car there. I can’t believe it runs as good as it does after having sat for 25 years. That’s pretty amazing if you ask me.

[@saabkyle04]

I was super surprised myself! I'm actually in the midst of doing all of the basic service stuff and will take a look at the flywheel while it's on the lift. I'm not sure of the sound you're referring to, but I'll definitely give it a look. Thanks bud!

[@cojaro87]

I literally started doing the same thing a few months ago. 1979 Z/28 that's been sitting for 22 years!

[@saabkyle04]

That is awesome dude!

[@cojaro87]

@@saabkyle04 All I can say is liberally use WD-40. You'll still grow to hate u-clip nuts (if you don't already from your other projects) but it'll help. You can also buy copies of the GM and Fisher factory assembly manuals. Very handy.

[@Mofoindustries]

Please make more of these! They are so entertaining

[@stringbender11672]

Really enjoyed watching this. I got a 79 camaro in 2018. Its come a long way since then but this reminded me of when i first got it. Would love to see more on this Camaro in the video. Subscribed😎👍🏁🏁🏁🏁

[@mitchf1508]

Bet those Crager S/S wheels will clean up pretty good! Vintage "80's" mod with the BF T/A's too! Even has the "big 'n little" stance to it.. Probably not worth a full resto, but get it road worthy and if the engine is still good, maybe a 4bbl and some new exhaust, clean up the interior and flip it...

[@saabkyle04]

It does look period correct haha. When I bought it, it had a set of old school Keystone SXM wheels. I had the Cragars lying around and figured I'd throw them on for fun. I like it more than I should probably haha. Definitely good ideas, I'm thinking the same thing.

[@dtay8913]

GM haters (Scotty fanbois): "that gm won't last you off the lot" Kyle with a 40 year old Chevy that hasn't been started in 23 years: hold my wrench

[@dtay8913]

@Paul S why not people seem to think Toyota or Honda of 70s-80s= today

[@saabkyle04]

LOLOLOL

[@fazerainbow5674]

Awesome video Kyle this is a nice change to the channel a revivel video something new what a awesome video ran great once you got it going 👍took aoittle bit but not bad thumbs up and shared

[@bartgayle2527]

Please keep it in and fix it up I would like to see a series on this car

[@saabkyle04]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@DashDrones]

This Camaro's a beauty, but needs an awful lot of work! Please make it a project!!! 💪💪

[@saabkyle04]

I appreciate the feedback!

[@nicolas4552]

Nice video Kyle!! Keep up the hard work

[@saabkyle04]

Thanks!

[@tuxedoblackcat1680]

This reminds me of Chris Fix but a Saabkyle04 with a Camaro trying to get it on.

[@benlumalessil5440]

The Best Choice that would be The Wise Decision, Kyle. I can't wait to see the full restoration, bring "this guy" back to "his" golden age Buddy, you're great in a making!

[@FurbyFan-bx5bd]

Hi Kyle! I am a huge fan of your channel!!!!! I watch your KZbin videos every single day and I love your channel!!!! I know cars way more than 6 year old Andrew Keys! I know everyone about different makes, models, and how to pronounce their make and models. I showed this to my friends and my cousins and they love it! I love you so much Kyle!!!! I wanna spend time with you!!!!! 😊❤

[@saabkyle04]

Thank you buddy, that means a lot!!!

[@buzzdig7917]

Man plz keep this series going for us brothers... really enjoyed till the end 🤌🤌

[@ThatisItBuddy]

I’m actually looking to do the same thing some point soon, so i’m really entertained by this

[@gravsson4472]

This reminds me of when I bought my 1980 z28 fully optioned sitting in a garage for 8 years and all original with only 80k kms on it.(Canadian car) mine was brown, but had all of the decals and extra bits from it being a z28. Interior is mint and paint is a nice patina. Bought it as my first car when I was 15. Engine blew last year, and I built a spicy 383 for it. I have videos of it on my Chanel.

[@highrollerdero]

Driving In one of these is fun it’s a cool experience driving in a old car it is nice experience I got a 1979 Camaro it’s awesome mine has a 350 engine I kinda want to LS swap mine one day

[@tejastechman9212]

Kyle awesome Camaro. You will definitely get a lot of views with this Camaro project. Probably need to rebuild carb, yes major tuneup. I would replace fuel pump might not be supplying adequate volume or pressure. There is a bunch of parts still available for this Camaro project. Yes I would keep it because I myself have a 1978 Camaro. Looking forward to see your build up of your Camaro. 👍😎🛠🧰

[@saabkyle04]

I appreciate that bud, thank you!

[@justwondering5776]

Where can I find the parts? My son had a 1979 Camaro he was going to restore with his son. Unfortunately, he passed away before he could make it happen. My grandson is now 23 and wants to restore this in memory of his Dad, since they had planned this as a project for both of them. Please share your contact or contacts for Camaro parts if you will. I know this would make my grandson's day! Thank you in advance!!

[@ToomasTelling]

what you need is a clicky claky pump,some gas of known origin and a tonya harding to bash the fuel make it happener if the needle gets stuck. also having a clicky clacky pump puts less strain on the starting whirler when pumping bad fuel out of the tank. Also feed it Berryman B12 fuel additive straight to the fuel make it happner so it will clean up the junk in there and run smooth. (wisdom i have learned from Derek Bieri of Vice Grip Garage)

[@saabkyle04]

I don't know what any of that is LOL

[@ToomasTelling]

@@saabkyle04 allow a feller to translate :) clikcky clacky pump: electric fuel pump tonya harding: a hammer or a imploment of bashing. starting whirler: aka a starter fuel make it happener: a carburator Berriman B12: fuel additive/cleaner available at O`reilly Auto parts.

[@bennetfox]

The Cragar SS mags are a nice touch on your mullet mobile! 😃

[@themechanic6117]

When it wouldn't start I kept saying, I bet they disabled ignition 🤣

[@saabkyle04]

Rookie mistake LOLOLOL

[@Jasonmabry006]

Its good to get your hands dirty once in a while! Loved this video!

[@gkauto1959]

First, pull that carb and get its idle and main circuits cleaned out, adj the mixture screws and you'll then just have to get after the ignition and you'll be good!

[@AustinGubala]

I see and smell a perfect restomod opportunity... 😌 Congrats, Kyle!

[@saabkyle04]

Thanks buddy!

[@doommetal101]

I own a 79 Z28 and i always wondered, What is the Main difference between a Berlinetta and a Z28? i know cosmetically the Berlinetta removes the hood scoop and the side flares, but this one has the rear spoiler which the Berlinetta usually takes off. i do notice Berlinetta's come with smaller engines as well so i take it's just performance difference?

[@mattooi4322]

Gosh id love to have this just as is. I've always wanted this but not way hot rodded out with a crazy engine and fancy paint and such. Just a simple man's plain car.

[@geneseetrainselevators2448]

I'm about to get me a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport. Has the 4.0 L Inline 6 motor and only has a 110K original miles or so. Looking forward to driving it and showing all the new car lovers how cool classics are too. :)

[@saabkyle04]

Awesome!

[@funnrun3399]

My friend had a 79 Camaro Z28 during university she is looking for a black 79 Z28 and my bud has a 81 Camaro Z28 Red him and his son are doing a motor swap both love the second gen. Camaros

[@shtopfl5247]

You definitely need to get your views back up man I love your channel and I’m subscribed since I don’t remember anymore 😄 love the car 😍

[@saabkyle04]

I wish I could, I've tried everything. It's a KZbin issue at this point and I can't get any help on their end either 😔 I appreciate it very much buddy!

[@shtopfl5247]

@@saabkyle04 maybe do a collaboration with some other channels like junkjarddigs or vicegripgarage, do you have a frequent upload schedule?

[@luizbruno2010]

@@saabkyle04 why don't you try to create a new channel?

[@squidy4082]

This is my dream car man, I wanna be driving on the highway listening to the cars 🥵

[@jameshall4385]

I love Camaros they are great cars and have a lot of potential

[@saabkyle04]

That they do!

[@justinunger38]

Nice congrats on your business, maybe you should start a second channel for your new business. Maybe if you still have that 86 chevy truck, maybe do a resurrecting on that and selling it for a profit. I would love to see more resurrecting videos like this in the feature. Maybe sell through auctions such as Copart or IAA and subscribers can bid on it and you can leave the stock number in the description

[@StabTheDabb]

Why post the same comment over and liking them?

[@justinunger38]

@@StabTheDabb This one is a new one

[@houseofno]

@ justin unger If you're so wild over this idea, why aren't you putting up your own KZbin channel and "git her done?"

[@andrewmiller120]

Awesome video Kyle!

[@joshlara8237]

Wow love that camaro rims n color

[@ItzYaBoyJesse]

Looks like some of Junkyard Digs and/or Vice Grip Garage's work there!

[@friguy4444]

I think a HUGE contributor as to why this car fired up and ran so well after all those years is that it must have been in a very dry place and even more important thing that it was totally MOUSE FREE and Rodent Free place! The mouse pee and poo that permeates so very many old cars that have sat for years does massive damage to them! Inside the engine and in rotting out the body as well as the electronics get chewed up etc.

[@byronherndon533]

Good job Guys keep up the good work old-school cars are the best😀👍🏽

[@saabkyle04]

Thanks Byron!

[@stephenr9408]

Ft

[@markryl-kuchar2373]

Wow definitely something that wants to survive

[@saabkyle04]

Agreed!

[@darylchamberlain8334]

I would love to have a car like that. A friend of mine had one and I always wanted one too.

[@saabkyle04]

They're definitely cool!

[@xXcashXx3]

2nd gen f body's hold a special place in my heart

[@atx-cvpi_99]

My dad’s first car was a gen 2 f body Camaro.

[@saabkyle04]

I love the styling

[@peterstean2138]

Oh this transformation I want to see - that 1979 model is absolutely beautiful, even though it's a clunker right now.

[@saabkyle04]

Thank you Peter!

[@a_alkotob]

"bumblebee head to the meteor landing sight no other autobot should be on earth right now which means the decepticons might've picked up your trail" only legends will remember this😉

[@sueipaz]

dayummmmmm, I have not seen a vid of Sabb in a while, I have to say that you look run down brother.

[@JeffHowell]

@ViceGripGarage has entered the chat "Well I'll be dipped"

[@2W3X4YZ5]

If I was doing a motor swap on this one, I’d build an old-school solid lifter small block 400.

[@saabkyle04]

Appreciate the feedback bud!

[@urnobyss7614]

That is really super cool!!!!!

[@314jeepsnmopars3]

Definitely want to see more!

[@saabkyle04]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@MarcNeilson]

That's awesome!

[@TheTornPrince01]

Awesome I love mine as well

[@FulgerTheDude]

Damn I wish I had O’Reilly in my town..

[@soulis1000]

Would love to have one of those, same year that i was borned.

[@brockyates2539]

Looks HOT there Kyle

[@saabkyle04]

The humidity is awful!

[@Kay-rt8rz]

dream car right there

[@KP101YT]

Beautiful Maschine!

[@mexicanoman9696]

We need to see that thing move …👍👍👍🔥😍

[@saabkyle04]

Yessir! I'm going to start working on it this weekend!

[@jordanwiley4582]

I think this thing deserves a a Mechanical Restoration. Nothing too time or $$$ consuming. Just rebuild the two barrel, freshen up the fluids, new shocks tires and brakes and leave it.

[@saabkyle04]

I completely agree with you there!

[@jeffrey4547]

i got a 79 camaro for free with a bad engine but it has some options i have never seen on a 79 like a power trunk full spoiler kit the guy that got it new said he got every option he could get for it z28 rs t top and yes it has the rear window louver tach in dash full gauges power windows and locks light in trunk light under the hood cruise control wiper delay ac tilt wheel electric bucket seats but i have 2 other hard top z28's got them for free too. i can build one body with no dings at all

[@EDSMotorCompany]

Classic cars very cool))) Thanks for video!!!=)

[@1mlb704]

I thoroughly enjoyed this haha

[@matthewhayford5466]

Good job with the video. Also are you still doing car reviews.

[@saabkyle04]

I'm stepping back from car reviews for the time being. I will still film car tours and what not, but in addition to keeping youtube up, i'm also starting a restoration business with a friend of mine. It's called K & J Design and Autoworx, LLC.

[@batilleyjr8897]

Awesome you got a camaro

[@McBeamer94]

The car looks okay for its age and these AR Vintage Torque Thrusts suit its pretty looks very well! But the 305ci, at its current state, sounds almost nothing like a V8, it needs some care! Haha! Also, what is that 'Berlinetta' badge? Was Chevrolet trying to appear more European, along with the 'Monza' nameplate, back in the day? Looks weird on such a car, I mean you can't mistake a Muscle Car for anything else, haha! If you're planning on restoring this car, keep the 'Berlinetta' badges on it and find the missing badge parts, they really are something unexpected! 💗🤘

[@saabkyle04]

Yes 100%! The Berlinetta was the "luxury" camaro!

[@McBeamer94]

@@saabkyle04 Ohhh, I see, it's the refined version, for those who ooze a discreet scent of manliness! Hehe! 😜🤣🤘

[@fordmuscleluis9710]

Awesome Looking camaro