Since the question was 2nd gen vs. 3rd gen, between those two:2nd gen all the way, with my personal preference being the 70-72 with RS nose.

I reserve the right to drop a grenade in the middle of any conversation - or thread... :rofl: :rofl:

I just couldn't make any argument for a 3rd gen so had to include the 1st gen as a reference point....

That is because there is no arguement for a third gen......:D


When they stuffed a 4cyl in a Camaro I was done with that entire generation with the exception of the IROC/Z28 there was not much offered by that series.

I would say 2nd gen over the 3rd all day long. They are making some killer stuff for the 2nd gen right now.:thumbsup: :cheers:

Thanks guys! Looks like the consensus is the second gens, which was my preference - I just wanted to make sure that significant upgrades were available, which it looks like there are. I did some research today and there's actually alot of options for second gen suspensions that won't break the bank. I'd love to source a 70-73 split bumper, but the '80-81's are cheaper and don't look half bad either. The search begins :willy:

I have a '70 RS splitbumper and have done a TON of research. If there is something you are looking for or different suspension options, drivetrain swap info or anything else(brake upgrades, steering....) please feel free to send me a PM. I will get you my email addy and overload you with info and sources. I also have a few parts (extra new side glass and more) if you end up needing some stuff. :cheers:

the 70-73 rs is the only way to go.:thumbsup:

Thank you! That would be great, I'll keep you posted.

I've been driving a TBSS for the last year or so, which is a break from the norm because I've always had classic cars as daily drivers. I think it's time to sell it and go back to my roots - use the money to get a 50's - 70's "beater" to get to work, and use the rest to build pro-touring second gen for the weekends and the occasional track event.

Guess I'm late to the party. Thirdgens do have their good points especially if they're modified. But there's not many that are going to turn heads like a split bumper, or late 70's Camaro. I had thought about doing something similar with an early 70's Firebird but wasn't sure if it could be made to handle as well.

My bad. Sorry to sidetrack the thread.

2nd gen.