1967 Chevrolet Camaro Rally Sport 2-Door Coupe
2021.0022.0001, Savoy Collection, Generously donated by James & Lucinda Eaton
Engine: 396 cu. in. (6.5 L) Cast-iron block, OHV, V-8
Output: 325 HP @ 4,600 RPM
Transmission: 4-Speed Manual
Wheelbase: 108 in.
Overall Length: 164 in.
Weight: 2,290 lbs.
No. Produced: 53,967
Original Price: $2,572
Manufacturer: Chevrolet
Although the Studebaker Golden Hawk is often classified as the first American Muscle Car, General Motors may disagree. Their 1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 raced to the top of NASCAR standings with 6 wins in 9 races in 1949. That car became the subject of the first rock-n-roll song Rocket 88 by Jackie Brenson. The Camaro was GM’s response to Ford’s Mustang. When asked what the word meant, Production Managers would say “A small vicious animal that eats Mustangs.”
The Rally Sport package included a special trip group. Parking lights were located below the bumper and a special grille had headlights hidden behind electrically controlled panels. The R/S badge was proudly displayed on the grille, fenders and gas cap. Bodyside accent strips, black-painted taillight bezels and back-up lights below the back bumper gave the car a sleek look. This car has been extensively modified. The 396 cu. in engine and other modifications are not original to the car.