Barn Find Hunter Visits a Chevy Collector with Rare Racing Icons

A Collector's Passion for Chevy Icons

• 💡 Tom Cotter visits Eric, a collector who previously sold rare IROC Camaros to Ray Evernham, to explore his significant collection of Chevy vehicles.
• 🎯 Eric's passion for vintage Trans Am cars led him to acquire the IROC Camaros, which he later sold to Ray Evernham.

Vintage Corvette and Camaro Finds

• 🚗 A modified C3 Corvette, originally a 1969 427 tri-power convertible, is discussed. It has a short SCCA history and was converted for road racing, though the roll bar was removed.
• ⚡ A 1965 Corvette coupe, acquired as a firewall-back project for a Grand Sport replica, is also showcased. It was found in a wrecking yard and is considered a potential restoration project.
• 🏎️ A street Camaro, originally a roller, has been updated with an LS3 engine and a six-speed transmission, with vintage air and modern components being installed.

Racing History and Modifications

• 🏁 A Corvette race car with vintage racing history, including participation in the 1970 Runoffs as a B-production car, is featured. It has undergone engine changes and retains some original paint.
• 🛠️ Modern power steering has been added to the Corvette race car for improved drivability.

Collector's Journey and Philosophy

• 🌟 Eric shares his lifelong passion for cars, starting from fixing scooters after Hurricane Betsy to actively seeking out and working on vehicles from a young age.
• 📈 The conversation touches on the significant increase in value of classic cars over the years, with vehicles once bought for a few thousand dollars now fetching tens of thousands.
• 🤝 Tom and Eric bond over their shared experiences as