1981 Camaro z28

[1981Camaroz28Bayarea]

Hello all,

My name is Matthew and im in the Sf bay area. Just traded my 1966 Ford Custom for a 1981 Camaro Z28 you see in image above!! Vin code match and real z28. I’ll post some more pics & videos along with this one. Forst off, where can I find the best parts for the price online? What sites do you all use? Does anyone have a good place for taillight covers “black out” and rear window louvers?

Long story, I once owned a 1979 Camaro in pic below and blew the motor, had no money to repleace. Sold it. Kicked my self for getting rid of it! Recently bought a 1966 ford custom (4 door) and fixed it up pretty. Had it for a yr then found thiz z28 online a week ago! Decided to go back to my roots!

Here is the camaro I traded for. It needs some interior work, dash, door panels. I want to get it all replaced here shortly.

Here is my 1979 camaro that i no longer have in black.

 

[wnmech]

Welcome to the group. Nice looking Camaros. I even like the 66 Ford with the wide white wall tires.

 

[clay taylor]

I have a set of tail light covers brand new in the box. Send a PM if interested.

 

[clay taylor]

Oh, and welcome to the site.

 

[Twisted_Metal]

Welcome to NastyZ28!

Interesting...
My first car was a 65 Ford Custom. (4 dr, 3 on the tree, 240 6cyl)
My second car was a 78 Camaro.

NPD will be your best supplier for a 79-81 dash pad. (Black only)

1967-1981 Camaro Restoration Urethane Dash Pads Parts - National Parts Depot

Shop Urethane Dash Pads for your classic 1967-1981 Camaro at NPDLink.com! Free shipping over $300, fast delivery & everyday low pricing!

www.npdlink.com

They also sell a cap to cover your existing dash pad if it's not too far gone.

OER (multiple vendors) PUI and Legendary all sell decent door panels.
If the upper plastic portion (under the vinyl) is broken, you will probaby want "Pre-Assembled" panels.

GTS makes the tail light covers.
Yup... They are still on ebay
And they are still using the pic of my Camaro!

Fits 78-81 Camaro GTS Smoke Acrylic Taillight Fuel Door Cover 3pc Set NEW GT031 | eBay

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[COPO]

Welcome aboard. I like the TT wheels better than the Cragers.

 

[1981Camaroz28Bayarea]

I think i sent you a messsage! If not can u send me one

I have a set of tail light covers brand new in the box. Send a PM if interested.

 

[1981Camaroz28Bayarea]

Thats your ride??? Ive been staring at it all morning trying to decide if theyd look nice or not on my blue z28! Thabks for that info really appreciate it! Its been 15+ years since i had to shop for camaro parts! Glad to be back in the game!!!!!

Welcome to NastyZ28!

Interesting...
My first car was a 65 Ford Custom. (4 dr, 3 on the tree, 240 6cyl)
My second car was a 78 Camaro.

NPD will be your best supplier for a 79-81 dash pad. (Black only)

1967-1981 Camaro Restoration Urethane Dash Pads Parts - National Parts Depot

Shop Urethane Dash Pads for your classic 1967-1981 Camaro at NPDLink.com! Free shipping over $300, fast delivery & everyday low pricing!

www.npdlink.com

They also sell a cap to cover your existing dash pad if it's not too far gone.

OER (multiple vendors) PUI and Legendary all sell decent door panels.
If the upper plastic portion (under the vinyl) is broken, you will probaby want "Pre-Assembled" panels.

GTS makes the tail light covers.
Yup... They are still on ebay
And they are still using the pic of my Camaro!

Fits 78-81 Camaro GTS Smoke Acrylic Taillight Fuel Door Cover 3pc Set NEW GT031 | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Fits 78-81 Camaro GTS Smoke Acrylic Taillight Fuel Door Cover 3pc Set NEW GT031 at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

www.ebay.com

ride!?!

 

[Twisted_Metal]

That picture is 15 years old too.

The covers hid a couple of cracks in the lenses.
I've replaced the tail lights since then and I no longer use the blackouts.

It was always a pain taking the center section out from between the two side pieces to put gas in the car or open the trunk.
I forgot to put it back in place one time and lost the middle piece.

 

[1981Camaroz28Bayarea]

So cool! Please see my other post! Trying to see what motor is in this car.