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04-23-2013, 08:04 AM
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Sage
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Originally Posted by redwitch
My 1968 Yenko Camaro. That car paid for quite a bit of my college costs. Most guys in California had never heard of Don Yenko, so had no clue what was under the hood of my baby (427 Vette engine; modified rear end and suspension; fiberglass hood). Add to the fact that girls couldn't drive and I was in drag race heaven -- loved racing in the Valley (San Fernando) for pinks and cash. And it got a whopping 4 miles per gallon with my lead foot. I still miss her.
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A Nickey Camaro was another dealer modified car housing a 427 in 1967. I remember the Nickey and the Yenko Camaros. Don't you wish you had held onto your Yenko? This Nickey recently sold for $385K.
1967 Chevrolet Nickey Camaro SS | Arizona 2012 | RM AUCTIONS
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