Where is the trim tag on a 1969 Camaro?

Decoding 1969 Chevy Camaro Trim Tag

The trim tag is riveted to the firewall above the master cylinder.

How do I identify a 1969 Camaro?

A '67 Camaro has a code on the trim tag for an SS and a late '69 Camaro had an "X" code on the trim tag to identify some SS's. The X11 code is the only exception to identifying a true '69 SS Camaro because the code also means a plain Camaro.

Where is the VIN number on a 1969 Camaro?

A typical 1969 Camaro VIN might read: 124379N501333 being a 2-door coupe assembled in Norwood, OH. Beginning in 1968 the VIN plate was moved from the driver side body A-pillar to the forward part of the dash so the VIN plate could easily been seen through the windshield of the car.

How can I tell if my 1969 Camaro Z28 is real?

There is NO code in the VIN that recognizes a Z28 in any first generation Camaros. Late '69 Camaros had an "X" code on the trim tag though. A Protect-o-plate can be helpful in identifying a first gen. Z28 but be careful because there are places that make reproductions of both trim tag and protect-o-plate.

Where is the trim tag on a 1970 Camaro?

1970 Camaro Trim Tag Information. The trim tag is riveted on the driver's side of the cowl under the hood.

S1:E1 Camaro VIN and Trim Tag Numbers Decoding

What does X11 mean on a 1969 Camaro?

X11 could mean SS350 with Style Trim or base car with Style Trim.

What does X55 mean on a 1969 Camaro?

This Camaro is both numbers matching and has the X55 code on the data tag which signifies it would have originally came with a 350 engine. Under the hood is the aforementioned Numbers Matching 350 V8 that is paired with an automatic transmission.

Is a 69 Camaro rare?

Mark Hassett's '69 ZL1 Camaro Is The Rarest Of The Rare. There are many legendary automobiles that live up to the mythology that has been created by those who were there “back in the day.” Take for instance the 1969 ZL1 Camaro.

What is the difference between 1969 Camaro RS and SS?

When a 1969 Camaro SS came with RS trim—as was the case on all Indy pace cars including this one—the "SS" emblem replaced the standard "RS" emblem on the RS front grille. An available cold-air induction system with a rear-facing hood (RPO ZL2) was an upgrade over the SS's standard ice-cube hood.

What is a 1969 Z28 Camaro worth?

Today, depending on how good the car's condition is, the price range of a 1969 Chevy Camaro ranges from $85,000 to about $221,000.

What is Camaro X11 code?

X11 could mean SS350 with Style Trim or a base Camaro with Style Trim. A '69 SS required at least power front disc brakes among other things so be sure to check out our FAQ section about 1969 SS's.

Where is the VIN number on a 1968 Camaro?

The VIN Number

To start with, the VIN tag on a 1968 Camaro is located on the top of the dash frame. The VIN number will tell you the Camaro's sub-model, the year of manufacture, the plant at which it was assembled, and the production number.

How do I know what kind of Camaro I have?

A VIN number is a 17 character alpha/numeric serial number unique to each vehicle, by manufacturer, make, model and year. Each character in the VIN number can be decoded to determine where the car was built, what year, which automotive features are included and more.

How can you tell the difference between a first generation Camaro?

There are subtle differences between the models. 1967 has a single lens, 1968 has two lenses, and the 1969 lamps have a more slender appearance. For 1967 there is a single lens for the tail lamp. The RS model will have a long, rectangular red tail lamp, with the back-up lamp below the bumper.

Which one is better SS or RS?

The Camaro RS and SS models are both performance-oriented versions of the Camaro, but there are some key differences between them. The RS is the more street-focused version, while the SS is the more track-focused version. The RS comes with a 3.6-liter V6 engine that produces 335 horsepower and 284 lb-ft of torque.

What is the most sought after Camaro?

The 1969 Camaro ZL1 is arguably the most valuable production Camaro and one of the "blue chip" models of the muscle car collector world.

How many 69 Camaros are there?

Camaro production totaled 243,085 for 1969, and surprisingly, the rarest models are six-cylinder-powered convertibles, with 1,707 built; the most common bodies were V-8-powered sport coupes at 190,971 units.

What year Camaro is the rarest?

Numerous variants of the Camaro have been built during its 50-year production run. None have been as rare as the Convertible Z/28.

What is the most expensive 1969 Camaro?

The #59 1969 COPO Camaro ZL-1 is an original, matching-numbers example of one of the rarest muscle cars on the planet, and as such it isn't too surprising that it fetched a $1,094,500.00 sale price, making it the most expensive Camaro ZL-1 ever sold at an auction.

What is a catfish Camaro?

You're probably wondering where the nickname “catfish Camaro” comes from. As you can probably see, the Camaro that was produced from 1998 to 2002 had flush headlights and a front grille that looked like a gaping mouth.

How many digits is a 1968 VIN?

HISTORY: Between 1968 and 1980, all manufacturers issued VINs for their vehicles, but there was no uniformity. Some manufacturers issued 13-digit VINs, while others issued 11-digit or even 9-digit VIN's.

How can I tell if my 1968 Camaro is a z28?

On the 1968 Z/28, you must have either the Protecto-Plate, Broadcast sheet (Production build sheet), or the correct Engine Production Code with the correct Engine Block Vehicle Code stamping to verify that your car is an authentic 1968 Z/28.