1969 Chevrolet Camaro Restomod by Lopez Performance!

Thomas Wachsmuth 13 November 2023 -> Cars from AZ, -> Tuner from AZ, Chevrolet, Premium vehicles, Tuning classics

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As is well known, the 2023 SEMA Show took place in Las Vegas a few days ago, where this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro from Lopez performance and Sean Smith Designs as one of the most noticeable Restomods was issued. During the conversion, Lopez Performance tried to preserve the original silhouette of the Camaro, but at the same time give it a more modern and aggressive appearance. The designs by Sean Smith Designs, initially as sketches and later as 3D mockups for the computer, were the basis for the “real” changes. So, raise the curtain on the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Restomod from Lopez Performance! The visual changes include a new, custom-made, multi-piece front grille with carbon inserts and unique carbon elements from SpeedKore.

Chevrolet Camaro restomod

This also includes a new one bonnet, a flush integrated Rear bumper, a prominent one front splitter, there was even one rear diffuser and finally new ones side skirts. The Camaro also presents itself in a beautiful Solar bronze paint and get up Brixton Forged VI4 Carbon rims in the format 19×10 inches at the front and 20×12 inches at the rear. But the heart of the renovation is clearly the new one Dart LSX V8 engine with a 2,9 liter Whipple supercharger (supercharger). The engine got Stainless steel heads, a 3-inch sports exhaust system, specific Silencer and a custom one stainless steel tank. The engine performs insanely 1.200 PS and is with one T56 six-speed manual transmission coupled that drives the rear wheels.

Cabin refined by Gabe's Custom Interiors

The Chevrolet Camaro restomod is slowed down in one movement Baer Pro+ 6S six-piston brake calipers front and rear with 14 inches (approx. 36 cm) slices. For the interior became the team Gabe's Custom Interiors commissioned to create a special atmosphere. The surfaces are mostly with Truffle Brown Impact Leather and Lamborghini Black Hyde Leather related and there was a Billet instrument cluster, a new Center console , and a Leather Steering Wheels. Specially customized Instruments, Restomod Air HVAC System , and a Audio system from Art of Sound round off the interior successfully. With the countless changes and the combination of classic design and modern technology, the '69 Camaro Restomod from Lopez Performance sets new standards in the world of restomods.

1969 'Illicit' Chevrolet Camaro Restomod:

Engine:

Dart LSX V8 engine with Whipple 2,9L compressor
Aeromotive fuel system with in-tank TVS brushless pump, Extreme Flow EFI regulator, and Pro-Series in-line filter
Stainless steel fuel tank from Rick's Tanks
Colored cables from Taylor Cable
Stainless steel header from Doug's
3 inch stainless steel exhaust system with flat mufflers from JBA Performance Exhaust Systems
From Westech Performance on 1.200 PS Voted

Transmission:

T-56 six-speed manual transmission from Bowler Performance Transmissions
Carbon ProMod driveshaft from Aeromotive

brakes:

Baer Pro+ 6S six-piston brake calipers and 14 inch brake discs front and rear

Wheels / tires:

19×10 inch front, 20×12 inch rear Brixton Forged VI4 Carbon+ Series rims
295/30 R19 front, 345/30 R20 rear (Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2)

Landing gear:

Speedtech Performance ExtReme Track Time frame with ExtReme front subframe and torque arm rear axle suspension
Low-control dual rack-and-pinion power steering, individually adjustable coilover shocks, splined front stabilizer bar

Exterior:

Carbon hood from SpeedKore
EVOD Industries billet grill with carbon inserts
Carbon front spoiler, splitter, rear diffuser and side skirts from Brothers Composites
Flush mounted rear bumper
Flush mounted panels from Eddie Kotto Glass
Painted in Solar Bronze by Lopez Performance with BASF/Glasurit products

indoor:

Gabe's Custom Interiors furnished with Truffle Brown Impact leather and Lamborghini Black Hyde's leather
Custom dashboard with billet instrument cluster
Custom console, door panels and steering wheel all covered in leather
Custom-made instruments from Classic Instruments
Air conditioning from Restomod Air
Audio by Art of Sound