One of the most memorable rivalries in automotive history was the decades-long competition between Chevrolet’s Camaro and the Ford Mustang.

The Mustang was introduced in 1964; while its initial powerplant was far from being musclecar-worthy, the car’s popularity caught GM by surprise and grew exponentially with the introduction of the Boss 302, Mach I and Shelbys. GM could not afford to remain out of this burgeoning market segment, so Chevrolet created the Camaro for 1967. Engines ranged from a tame 230-cid six-cylinder to the thundering 396-cid big-block V-8. As with past Chevrolet models, the Super Sport designation signified additional horsepower and performance.

Based on the 396-cid V-8, the L78 396 Turbo-Jet featured a Holley four-barrel carburetor with a high-rise aluminum intake manifold in place of the Rochester unit, solid lifters, and a higher compression ratio for maximum performance. Rated from the factory at 375-hp and 415-lbs/ft of torque, L78 equipped Camaros were the most powerful examples an individual could buy off the lot this side of COPO cars.

The lines of the Camaro are well-defined and look fantastic. The RS package gives the car desirable covered headlights. With just 34,278 original miles, this highly-valued Hugger Orange Camaro also features manual four-speed transmission with console and factory “special instrumentation,” power steering, power disc brakes, Posi-traction, woodgrain steering wheel, factory SS wheels, subtle front and rear spoilers and optional vinyl top. This Camaro coupe has been restored and maintained to a top-level condition. The L78 Camaros are among the most desirable of all Chevy musclecars.