RARE CAMARO Z-28 1LE 5-Speed

1991 Chevrolet Camaro Description

RARE 1991 CAMARO Z-28 1LE 5-Speed

Only 289 5-speed 1LE’s produced in 1991

Rare Ultra Blue Metallic

38,187 Original Miles

Texas car from 1991 to 2014 (no road salt = NO RUST)

Until one month ago, in climate controlled storage since brought to Massachusetts.

If you’re a fan of the Camaro Z-28’s, then you probably know all about these cars.

Background: In the mid- to late-1980’s, the SCCA Showroom Stock racing class and the Canadian Players Challenge series was being dominated by the Ford Mustand GT’s. Following the axiom of “Win on Sunday, Sell on Monday”, Chevrolet decided in 1988 that it was time to wrestle the control of the SCCA Showroom Stock class and Players Challenge series away from Ford, and thus developed the Camaro Z-28 1LE. Initially, only racing teams or those individuals with a competition racing license could order a 1LE.

Ordering the RPO G80 Limited-slip rear axle & G92 performance axle with a Z-28 triggered the 1LE RPO. When G92 was ordered, it forced several other options including engine oil cooler, 4-wheel disc brakes, dual converter exhaust and P245/50ZR16 tires. A Camaro with G92 had to have either the 350ci (RPO B2L) engine with 4-speed automatic transmission, or the 305ci (RPO LB9) with 5-speed manual. These Camaro's also had 145 mph speedometers and 5500 rpm redline tachs. If RPO G92 was ordered with air conditioning, the cars were built as street vehicles. If air conditioning was not ordered, Chevrolet equipped the cars for the race series. This car was ordered without air conditioning and includes:

(G92 OrderedWithout A/C):

· Aluminum driveshaft (JG1) (part # 10085375)

· G80 Differential with limited slip with 3.42 posi rear

· G92 Rear axle performance package

· Big front brakes adapted from the Corvette

· Larger (11.86 inch) front rotors (part # 18016035)

· Larger front spindles (part #'s 18016737 / 18016738)

· PBR front, dual-piston aluminum calipers (part #'s 10132827 / 10132828)

· Special swinging fuel pickup in gas tank and special 18 gallon baffled fuel tank for fuel pickup down to .5 gallon reserve to prevent fuel starvation in hard cornering

· A steeper 0.74:1 gear ratio fifth gear

· Stronger lower control arms (part # 10164151)

· Special gas-filled shocks (1990-1992 cars)

· Air conditioning delete (C41) (standard heater) (weight savings and better air flow to the radiator)

· Fog lamp delete (to open up the air intake located behind)

· T-Tops delete

· Power accessories delete

· Aluminum spare wheel with smaller spare tire (N64)

For more information about the Camaro Z-28 1LE’s, here is a link to the website CamaroSource.ca

· http://www.camarosource.ca/rare_specialty/1le/

History: This car was originally ordered along with 2 identical cars by Young Chevrolet of Dallas Texas. The cars were delivered to Young Chevrolet on July 30, 1990. (I have the original Build Sheet and Bill of Laden along with copies of the Dealer Invoice and Window Sticker.) All 3 cars were going to be raced as dealer-sponsored racecars in the SCCA, but only 2 were converted to racecars. The dealer did install an SLP cat-back stainless steel exhaust system that remains on the car. This car remained in dealer inventory until May 1992 when it was sold to the first owner. The car was repainted by the dealer before selling it due to the failure of the water-based clearcoats used by GM and newly mandated by the EPA’s low volatility requirements. (California was the first to implement these rules, and because these Camaros were built in Van Nuys, CA and they were subject to these new rules.)

The first owner installed a Hyperchip, a Hurst Short shifter, an anti-theft alarm (long-since disconnected), and an underdrive pulley on the alternator. Other than those modifications, the car remains stock. (The original parts are included with the car.) The car was sold in 1997 with 29,000 miles on it to a car enthusiast in Arlington, TX who drove or trailered it to car shows for the next 17 years. (I have the original advertisement for the car in the AutoTrader dated Nov. 29, 1997.) This car is well known in the Dallas, TX area and is also the car that is featured and pictured on page 118 in the book entitled, “Camaro” by Andrew Young. In March 2014, the car was sold to a gentleman in Bremond, Texas. He installed new fuel injectors, K&N air filters, and new rear sway bar links. (I have the original injectors and air filters.) I purchased the car in August of 2014 with 37,979 miles on it and trailered the car in an enclosed trailer back to MA. Since I’ve owned the car, it’s had its idler arm replaced. All original paperwork and the book, “Camaro” will be included with the sale of the car. The car is currently titled and registered in MA, and has a valid inspection sticker on it.

Please note: The CarFax report shows an erroneous mileage of 63,000 miles on 3/10/1998 when the car was sold to the second owner. This was quite obviously a clerical error as the car would have had to be driven 34,878 miles in less than 9 months. Additionally, when I titled the car in Massachusetts, the Massachusetts RMV was satisfied that the then current mileage of 37,987 miles was accurate and as such, recorded the mileage of the vehicle on the Massachusetts Title as 37,987 Actual Mileage.

This car drives, handles and stops as it should. The wheels are like new and have no curb rash. The interior and weatherstripping is like new, with only minor wear on the side of the driver’s seat bottom cushion where the seatbelt rubs. The car was obviously garaged for the majority of its life as there is no fading of the interior fabrics, nor any cracking of the dash pad. The paint shines like new with only a few minor, barely noticeable stone chips or light scratches. The only known issue with the paint is some minor crazing of the clearcoat on the rear lower valence (see picture).

These cars rarely come up for sale, especially the 5-speed equipped cars. And they are definitely appreciating in price, becoming more valuable each year. Indeed, a restored 1991 Camaro B4C, which was the Camaro used by police as chase vehicles, recently sold for $22,000.

So don’t let this one get away because you likely won’t see another one in such good condition anytime soon!!

Terms of Sale: Vehicle is being sold in “as is” condition. No representations or warranties are made by the Seller, nor are any representations or warranties relied upon by bidders in making bids. Every effort had been made to accurately and fairly describe this vehicle to you. If you would like additional pictures of the vehicle, please contact me. Any Buyer’s inspection of the vehicle should be made BEFORE bidding on the vehicle. Please contact the Seller to arrange for inspection of the vehicle. Any cost associated with a Buyer’s inspection is the responsibility of the Buyer.

The vehicle is listed for sale locally and the Seller reserves the right to end this listing at anytime should the vehicle no longer be available for sale.

No bids will be accepted by Bidders with negative feedback. Further, Bidders with zero feedback rating should contact the Seller before bidding. Bids will only be accepted from Bidders from North America.

The successful high bidder must contact the Seller within 24 hours of the close of the auction and must submit a $250 Non-Refundable deposit within 48 hours of the close of the auction. The Buyer agrees to pay the remaining balance due within 7 days of the close of the auction. Please note that a winning bid is a contract to purchase the vehicle.

Payment of the deposit may be made by Cash in Person, Cashier’s Check, or PayPal. Payment of the balance may only be made by Cash in Person or Cashier’s Check from known Financial Institutions. Additionally, if paying with Cashier’s Check, Seller must provide a letter from the Financial Institution issuing the Cashier’s Check and on their letterhead, stating that funds were available to generate the Cashier’s Check. (Sorry, but there has been a rash of counterfeit cashier’s checks being passed in the northeast.)