Lot 5066

Auburn Spring 2014

1969 Chevrolet Yenko/SC 427 Camaro Tribute

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$39,600 USD | Sold

United States | Auburn, Indiana

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Don Yenko was a Chevrolet dealer in Pennsylvania, with much interest in performance. A big-time Chevy racer, he earned four SCCA national titles including 1962 and 1963 and in 1965 formed Yenko Sports Cars. He worked with GM and in 1969, which agreed to give Yenko access to cars with factory-installed L72 engines through Central Office Production Orders. This was a way past GM internal red-tape whereby a 427-cid motor (forbidden in the Camaro) could be installed without upper-management approval. Today, true Yenko COPO Camaros demand prices well into the six-figure range, and clones or tribute cars, as offered here, are a more affordable way to enjoy the looks and blazing performance. With 6,190 miles after restoration, this 427 V-8, 425 horsepower coupe is an awesome machine. It also has a Hurst short shifter for the four-speed, dual exhaust, 12-bolt differential, power steering, power disc brakes, and 15-inch American Racing mags mounted with new BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires. The standard black interior features an AM radio, Sun Super Tach II tachometer, oil pressure and water temp gauges. The engine compartment is restored to appear correct as a Yenko down to the hoses and clamps. A cowl induction hood, rear and front chin spoilers complete this great looking musclecar.