The very best and genuine muscle cars will
always command the bigger money, as evi-
denced by this spectacular 1970 4-4-2 W-30. It
had GM of Canada paperwork, a dealer copy
shipper document, and a Rocket Report. The
factory Ebony Black car was restored by Mas-
car Classics, won Concours Gold at the 2016
MCACN, and retained its born-with 455/370hp
engine and M21 four-speed manual transmis-
sion. Bidding for the W-30 car was fierce until
the car sold for $225,500. The reality of any auction is that some cars
do not bring the money expected. Chevrolet
made 100 1967 Camaro RS/SS Pace Car Edition
units. The drivetrain includes the 325hp L35
396 engine with the M40 Turbo 400 three-
speed automatic transmission. Options include
SS equipment, Z22 Rally Sport equipment,
power disc brakes, and deluxe interior. For
whatever reason, the pace car fell short of the
expected $80,000-$95,000 estimate, selling
at $58,300.
If someone was looking for the right 1969
Boss 429 at Indy, this Black Jade unit was the
bargain of the event. Concours restoration,
original sheetmetal, correct overspray, 12,500
original miles, and original fiberglass hood-
scoop and componentry made for one fine
Boss 9 deserving of a sale north of $200,000.
The matching-numbers 820-T Boss 429 en-
gine, a Top Loader four-speed stick, and a 3.91
Traction-Lok rear made this car a monster
on the street. When the hammer fell, the
buyer was driving a Ford legend for a mere
$170,000. I could have bought it, but I would
have had to live in it.
The Deepwater Blue 1967 Yenko Camaro
is one of 54 Camaros converted by Yenko
Chevrolet in 1967. The Yenko is YS-725, with a
verification letter and certificate from COPO
Connection. Underhood is the 427ci/450hp
big-block mated to a Muncie M21 four-speed.
The impeccably restored car did not meet re-
serve with a high bid of $330,000.
Proper car show etiquette requires that
every attendee choose one favorite car he
she would like to take home. All things be-
ing equal, this A12 would be my choice. The
1969½ Road Runner “liftoff hood” 440-6BBL
car was intended to achieve an all-out assault
on the dragstrip. In its day, it gave Hemi cars
a run for their money. The car was a no sale
at $72,000. To quote Jim Carrey, “... so you’re
telling me there’s a chance.” In Mecum-speak,
The Bid Goes On .... A very desirable 1970 Chevelle SS454 LS6
was honestly described as a California car
with a correct No. 512 CE block, Turbo 400
transmission, correct smog equipment, and
bucket seats. The sinister LS6 was estimated
by Mecum Auctions to sell for $125,000 to
$150,000. A high bid of $80,000 did not meet
the reserve, so The Bid Goes On. Barn finds continue to attract major at-
tention from collectors, as evidenced by this
Raven Black 1968 Shelby GT500 fastback
found in a Texas barn in the early 2000s. The
428 Police Interceptor engine, factory rated
at 360 hp, is mated to a four-speed manual
transmission. Handwritten signs included,
“Do not wipe down vehicle in any way, shape,
or form.” The Shelby sold for $77,000.