Trim tag on cowl shows Z11...
Trim tag on cowl shows Z11 code to authenticate Pace Car coupe. It was built the third week of April (04C)
The easiest way to determine if the white ’69 Camaro convertible with the orange stripes you’re eyeballing is the real thing all boils down to the numbers on the data plate.
First, all Norwood pace cars have the Z11 code on the data plate. Those built in Van Nuys do not. Genuine pace cars have both the RS and the SS option packages. Here’s the kicker: Regardless of the assembly plant, they will have code 50-A (Dover White with white convertible top) and code 720 trim (orange houndstooth check interior) on the plate. Pace cars were the only ’69 Camaro convertibles built with this exterior and interior color combination. Also, no other ’69 Camaro convertibles were built with the cloth houndstooth check upholstery. Finally, all pace cars were built between the fourth week of February (02D) and the first week of May (05A).
If these numbers don’t appear on the data plate and the seller swears it’s a genuine pace car, run–don’t walk–to your car and fry rubber on the way out.
Pace cars were loaded with options. This one boasts air conditioning, gauges, AM/FM radio, wood accents and full gauge package.