396-Powered 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS Coupe 4-Speed

Description

After two years of anticipation, the 1967 Camaro arrived as Chevrolet’s bold answer to Ford’s Mustang. By 1969, the Camaro had evolved into an even sharper, more aggressive machine. Its squared-off wheel arches, V-shaped grille, vented rear quarter panels, and sleek rear valance gave it a commanding presence on the road. And buyers could choose from more than 130 factory options, making customization nearly limitless.

The up-level Camaro SS was offered with 350ci or 396ci V8s backed by a manual or automatic transmissions, and featured a heavy-duty suspension, wider wheels, and power front disc brakes. Distinctive styling cues included a unique hood, black grille (silver on black SS models), and SS badging on the grille, fenders, and taillight panel. With its combination of raw power and striking design, it’s no wonder that the 1969 Camaro SS remains a coveted performance car to this day.

This four-speed manual equipped 1969 Camaro SS left the factory finished in LeMans Blue over black bucket seats with a 350ci V8, and reportedly underwent a body-off cosmetic and mechanical refurbishment in 2017 that culminated with swapping in a rebuilt and upgraded Chevrolet 396ci big-block V8. Its replacement sheetmetal has been finished in factory-correct LeMans Blue with white stripes, while black factory bucket seats remain fitted.

Reportedly driven less than 25 miles since the engine swap was completed, this Camaro SS is now offered with records since 2016 and a clean Ohio title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Factory Camaro SS 350

• Originally finished in LeMans Blue over black bucket seats

• Cosmetic and mechanical refurbishment in 2017

• Rebuilt 396ci Chevrolet V8 with less than 25 miles

• 4-speed manual transmission

• Refinished in (71) LeMans Blue with white stripes

• (711) Black interior

Factory Equipment

• (X55) SS350 package

• (D80) Spoilers

• 12-bolt rear end

• Bucket seats

• Front disc brakes

• 120-mph speedometer and fuel level gauge

• The chassis number (124379N696988) decodes as:

  • 1 – Chevrolet

  • 24 – Camaro

  • 37 – 2-door coupe

  • 9 – 1969

  • N – Norwood, Ohio assembly plant

  • 696988 – Sequential production number  

• The trim tag decodes as:

  • 69-12437 – 1969 Camaro 2-door coupe

  • NOR141262 – Norwood, Ohio body production number

  • 711 – Black bucket seat interior

  • 71 – LeMans Blue paint

  • X55 – SS350

  • D80 – Equipped with spoilers

  • 10A – First week of October 1969 build date

Modifications

• Replaced fenders, quarter panels, cowl induction hood, deck lid, core support, inner fender wells, inner trunk floor pan, and chrome moldings

• Two coats of base and clear coats painted in the summer of 2017

• Engine rebuilt in 2017 with new rings, oil pump, timing chain, cam and lifters, and new gaskets and seals

• Heads rebuilt with a "racing" valve job plus new gaskets/seals

• Holley aluminum intake manifold and carburetor

• 15” Rally wheels now wearing 215/75 Starfire tires

• Chrome Erson valve covers

• Billet engine pulleys

• Hurst shifter

Servicing

• November 2025: New battery, new points, and rear end cover resealed with new fluid added

• Servicing during the 2017 refurbishment reportedly included:

  • New spark plug wires, radiator hoses, and heater hoses

  • New brakes and fuel lines

  • New dual exhaust system

Known Imperfections

• Per the seller, the bumpers should be re-plated to be "show quality"

Ownership History

This 1969 Camaro SS was acquired by the seller in 2011.

Included Items

• Records since 2016

Additional Information

The seller states, "Dick Weinle of D&J Automotive bought this 1969 Camaro SS in 2011, and did all of the restoration work. D&J rebuilt many old muscle cars, including many Camaros. D&J is now owned by son Mike and has been renamed Weinle Motorsports, where we do performance engine builds."