INTRODUCTION: Street Machine of the Year Top Five Finalist! That honor wasn't based on looks alone. To qualify, it had to prove itself on a slalom course, where it recorded the quickest time of the competition, showing it's every bit as capable as it is beautiful. It was professionally built by Roger Berman of Lakeside Rods and Rides, one of the country's most respected high end builders. Completed just over 10 years ago and driven fewer than 2,000 miles since, this is a professionally engineered, award winning Camaro that's ready to impress on the street or at any show.

EXTERIOR: This body has been extensively customized while still unmistakably retaining the iconic 1968 Camaro styling. Up front, the bumper has been deleted for a cleaner appearance, while the lower valance has been extended downward with all the seams filled smooth. The composite hood, custom grille, front spoiler, and Harley-Davidson headlights give it a unique, aggressive look. Even the trim, emblems, marker lights, antenna, and door handles have been shaved for a sleek, uninterrupted finish. The rocker panels have been extended two inches, and functional C6 Z06 Corvette brake cooling ducts have been incorporated into the quarter panels to direct air to the rear brakes. Around back, the craftsmanship is even more impressive. The handmade rear spoiler is seamlessly molded into the body, while the lower quarters and rear valance have been extended two inches. The custom rear valance features integrated exhaust outlets, a recessed license plate pocket, and a functional air diffuser. The tail panel was redesigned to accept 1970 Camaro taillights, a flush-mount fuel filler, and a rear bumper that's been narrowed, smoothed, tucked, and welded into the body for a one piece appearance. The laser straight body is covered in deep PPG black paint polished to a mirror finish. The glass has been replaced along with all the weatherstrips, and the remote operated doors eliminate the need for exterior handles. Topping it off is a rich black cloth power convertible top, and it rides on new 20-inch American Racing wheels wrapped in fresh high performance tires. This is the kind of custom bodywork that takes hundreds of hours to execute properly, and the craftsmanship speaks for itself.

INTERIOR: This isn't your typical build with a few aftermarket seats and gauges- it has been extensively redesigned and handcrafted. The custom metal fabrication across the dash, along with the one of a kind handmade center console, immediately sets it apart. It features a full set of matching gauges, a Grant sport steering wheel on a tilt column, and the ignition switch has been relocated to the console for a unique, race inspired touch. The custom console houses a ratchet shifter and the power window switches. The door panels and dash pad are beautifully contoured, stitched, and upholstered to match. New sport bucket seats with racing harnesses keep you planted, while J&B Microfinishes billet pedals add another high end detail. The rear seat has been replaced with fully upholstered custom storage compartments, and the floor is covered with custom fit carpet. A Bluetooth stereo system with an amplifier and subwoofer provides modern sound, while the integrated roll bar, tied directly into the frame, adds both structural rigidity and an extra measure of safety. This is a professionally designed custom interior where virtually every surface has been reimagined and built specifically for this car.

ENGINE COMPARTMENT: It is truly a work of art. Every panel has been custom fabricated from hand formed sheet metal, creating a clean, seamless appearance unlike anything you'll find under the hood of a typical Camaro. The attention to detail is remarkable, right down to the custom master cylinder cover and billet hood hinges that allow the composite hood to open and close effortlessly. Power comes from a GM ZZ5 crate 350 producing 400 horsepower. It's equipped with aluminum heads, an aluminum intake, an Edelbrock carburetor, and headers for strong, reliable performance. A serpentine Front Runner accessory drive with a modern alternator and power steering keeps everything neat and dependable, while an aluminum radiator with an electric fan ensures it runs cool. This engine bay isn't just detailed, it's a one of a kind fabrication that perfectly complements the caliber of the rest of the build.

TRUNK COMPARTMENT: It is as custom as the rest of the car. It's been completely boxed and upholstered for a clean, finished appearance, with a neatly carpeted floor. Even the underside of the trunk lid has been upholstered, leaving no unfinished surfaces. A gel battery has been professionally relocated behind one of the upholstered side panels, keeping it completely concealed while remaining easily accessible.

UNDERSIDE: The chassis is every bit as impressive as the rest of the build. Up front, it features a Detroit Speed X-Gen front suspension with an all new crossmember and subframe, TIG-welded tubular control arms, Detroit tuned coilover adjustable gas shocks, an integrated splined sway bar, one-inch lowering subframe mounts, forged spindles and tuned rack & pinion steering. Welded frame connectors are countersunk into the floor, tying the front and rear together for exceptional chassis rigidity. The rear suspension is equally impressive with a Detroit Speed Quadra Link system featuring tubular control arms, Koni adjustable coilover gas shocks, and a rear sway bar. Stopping power comes from a Baer brake system with drilled and slotted disc brakes at all four corners and six-piston calipers front and rear- a feature rarely found on the back of a street car. The parking brake is functional. A narrowed fuel tank provides clearance for the suspension, while a great sounding dual exhaust with Flowmaster mufflers exits cleanly through the custom rear valance. Looking up at the engine, everything is clean and it features a high torque starter. The trans is upgraded to a TCI 700R4 overdrive automatic with a finned aluminum pan and remote transmission cooler. A custom driveshaft leads back to a heavy duty DSE 9-inch rear end with 3.73 Positraction gears. The floors are clean, professionally finished, and protected with a durable, thin coat of bed liner. There are remote battery terminals, a master disconnect and a switch to open the door located under the drivers floor.

SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and our reputation. Every vehicle goes through our service department where it is inspected, test driven, and we address the essentials before offering it for sale.

CONCLUSION: I can guess what it would cost to have a shop of this caliber duplicate this car today: A quarter million dollars? Maybe even more, the hand crafted features take a lot of time and time equals big money. The important thing is, it's already been built by one of the industry's best. And this isn't just a beautiful custom- it was engineered to perform. It proved that by posting the quickest time on the Goodguys slalom course on its way to becoming a Street Machine of the Year Top Five Finalist. It truly offers the best of both worlds: show quality craftsmanship and real world performance.

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Power cloth top
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Remote doors
20” wheels