Classic And New Performance Cars
Latest Automotive Listings Highlight New Colorado ZR2 and Modified Classic Performance Cars
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Third-generation El Caminos have an overall average selling price of about $35,300, while premium big-block SS models have reached sales as high as $88,000; lower-end examples have sold for approximately $8,100 and a recent benchmark sale was $28,600.
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The 1972 El Camino was extensively restyled, with a vibrant blue respray, white racing stripes, chrome bumpers, hood pins and 17-inch American Racing Torq Thrust wheels with Toyo tires.
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The Camaro ZL1’s drag setup produced 790 lb-ft of wheel torque and included a Kong X-ported supercharger, methanol injection, a 103-millimeter throttle body, Kooks headers and a built valvetrain.
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The Camaro uses 18-inch front and 15-inch beadlock rear Forgeline wheels with Mickey Thompson drag radials, plus rear-suspension and brake modifications; the original wheels and a remote tuning device were included to help move it back toward street use.
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Specific issues flagged for the Camaro include dents in the trunk lid, an inoperable passenger-side blind-spot monitor, potential emissions problems in some states and an outstanding loan that must be paid off.
The used car market is featuring a wide range of Chevrolet vehicles this week. New 2026 Colorado ZR2 trucks carry a 2.7-liter turbocharged engine and $500 consumer rebates. Buyers can also find heavily modified classics and drag-focused performance cars spanning decades of Chevy history.
1972 El Camino SS Restomod Attracts Collector Interest
A 1972 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454 restomod is currently being auctioned with a bid of $15,000. The truck features a 454-cubic-inch V8 engine, upgraded suspension and Wilwood brakes. It has a vibrant blue respray with white racing stripes, chrome bumpers, hood pins and 17-inch American Racing Torq Thrust wheels with Toyo tires.
Third-generation El Caminos sell for an average of $35,300. Premium big-block SS models have reached $88,000 at the high end. Lower examples have sold for around $8,100, with recent comparable sales near $28,600. This truck is expected to finish in the competitive mid-tier of the collector market.
Extreme Drag Camaro Produces 935 Horsepower at Wheels
A heavily modified 2019 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 generates 935 horsepower at the wheels. The engine produces 790 lb-ft of wheel torque. It recorded a 9.311-second quarter-mile time, showing serious acceleration capability. The drag setup includes a Kong X-ported supercharger, methanol injection, a 103-millimeter throttle body and Kooks headers.
The car uses 18-inch front and 15-inch beadlock rear Forgeline wheels with Mickey Thompson drag radials. Rear-suspension and brake modifications support the extreme power output. Original wheels and a remote tuning device come with the sale to help transition it back to street use. The estimated value ranges from $40,000 to $58,000, but its drag focus limits appeal to specialized buyers.
Condition Issues and Ownership Concerns for the Camaro
Several problems affect the Camaro's value and usability. The trunk lid has dents. The passenger-side blind-spot monitor is inoperable. Potential emissions problems exist in some states. An outstanding loan must be paid off before purchase. Prospective buyers need to evaluate these issues carefully before bidding.
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