1969 Chevrolet Camaro
FR / 430 HP / 3,065 lbs / NA
Body Style: 2-door coupe / convertible
Layout: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive (FR)
Engine Options: Small-block and big-block V8s
Displacement: 350–396 cu in (5.7–6.5 L)
Power Output: 300–375 hp (224–280 kW)
Transmission: 3-speed automatic, 4-speed manual, 3-speed manual
Top Speed: ~120–130 mph (193–209 km/h), depending on configuration
Weight: ~3,100–3,400 lbs (1,406–1,542 kg)
Length: 186.0 in (4,724 mm)
Width: 74.0 in (1,880 mm)
Height: 51.1 in (1,298 mm)
Wheelbase: 108.1 in (2,746 mm)
Fuel Economy: ~10–14 mpg US (23.5–16.8 L/100 km)
The 1969 Chevrolet Camaro marked the final year of the first-generation Camaro and is widely regarded as one of the most iconic muscle cars of the era. With a slightly revised body featuring a more aggressive front end, it offered a range of trims and engine options to suit a broad audience—from the base inline-six to powerful V8s. The SS (Super Sport) featured performance-tuned suspension and big-block power, while the Z/28 was built for Trans-Am racing with a high-revving 302 cu in small-block. The rare and fearsome COPO models (Central Office Production Order), like the COPO 9561 and COPO 9560, came with factory-installed 427 cu in big-block engines producing up to 425 hp—making them some of the most potent factory muscle cars ever built. The 1969 Camaro remains a favorite among collectors and performance enthusiasts alike for its timeless design and racing pedigree.
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