Yes...They Really ARE Still Out There!
*2026 Sneak Peek
1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS L89
2026 MCACN L89 Invitational Participant
Sponsored by Corvette Mike
Owner: Charley Lillard, California
Another "Holy Grail" Camaro To Be Shown at MCACN!
In the world of Muscle Cars there are very few that can truly be considered "Holy Grail" cars. Recently MCACN Member Charley Lillard acquired one after years of trying. So what is this car we refer to as a "Holy Grail?" It is a 1969 Camaro, which certainly won't surprise anyone that knows Charley, as over the years he has owned plenty of them, including several ZL1's and Yenkos and the awesome Pro Touring Camaro you saw at MCACN last year. So what could be so special to a guy that has owned some of the rarest and finest examples of first generation Camaros ever built? Well buckle up, as this one is a home run!
We will step back to 2003 when Charley's friend Dennis Aros acquired this car. Knowing just how knowledgeable Charley is about Camaros, he asked him to help verify exactly what it is by having him witness the removal of the gas tank to reveal the little piece of paper above it. Charley said sure...whenever you are ready to sell it to me! And what is this car and why is it so special? Allow us to explain; this is a 1969 RS/SS Camaro convertible. Not just any RS/SS rag, as it is one of a mere handful built with the 396 equipped from the factory with the optional L89 heads. It is believed that this is one of less than 10 built with this option, but wait....it gets even better. In addition to the L89, it also has the M40 automatic trans, power windows, a power top, a tilt wheel, rosewood steering wheel, PS, PB, an AM-FM radio and more. But what really makes this one rise to the top is the original data plate and all the numbers are intact clearly showing all of the proper codes that prove exactly what this is. And Dennis had a pile of original docs and even some vintage pictures of the car from back in the day. Does it get any better?
So today the car is what we would consider a Barn Find, but alas; we are hosting a very special Invitational display this year devoted to both the "plastic" and the steel cars with the L89 option, Sponsored by Corvette Mike and hosted by Jonathan Herrick. You will see the finest real and highly documented '67, '68 and '69 L89 Corvettes and L89 Camaros, Chevelles and even an El Camino on the other side with this one featured right on the end. Check this out before it gets restored and hear the full story from Charley and Dennis, as he will be joining us too. To learn more about what makes this car so special and see more pictures, go to www.yenko.net and search L89 Camaro under the recent posts.
You're going to love this one so be sure to plan on spending some time at the MCACN show checking it out in person. This is a rare opportunity to see a true "Holy Grail" Muscle Car up close and in person.
OFFICIAL HOST HOTELS: Yes...as we said last week, five of our seven Official Host Hotels are now completely sold out. We were able to secure a few more rooms at the Hyatt at a rate of $199.00 per night, but as of today there are just a few remaining. The Hyatt is attached to the convention center via the overhead walkway, so you never need to go outside. We also have availability at the Loews with a great rate of just $159 per night. This is one of the newest and nicest hotels in the area and they are just a few blocks away, right next to the Rosemont Theater on N. River Road. Use this direct link to book your rooms now: www.mcacn.com/hotels. REMEMBER: We will NEVER call or email you offering hotel deals outside of our own eblast. If you ever get any call or email from anyone saying they are authorized or represent MCACN , they are FAKE SCAMS, Delete or block!! This also applies to the BS offers for access to our mailing, customer or participant lists.
CAR ENTRY: The show is full in all areas for car entry. While we can offer to add you to the "standby" list to fill any cancellations, that list has nearly 100(!) cars on it. We will begin accepting applications for the 2027 show, November 20-21, 2027, in December. Don't hesitate, as we fill every spot faster every year!
COMMERCIAL SPACE: We have just a few more commercial spaces available for automotive only vendors. Email bashton426@gmail.com with details of your business if you are interested in joining us as a vendor. Remember; we are a CAR SHOW and do not allow head-set hawkers, chiropractors, home improvement companies, pull-up challenges, travel agencies or anything else that isn't car related! Please don't waste our time.
NEW MCACN MAGAZINE: Our new MCACN magazine will start to mail out 10-15 and will be online with free access 10-15. If you are on our mailing list, watch your mailbox! If you are not on our mailing list, you can check it out online 24/7 but we are unable to send out single copies as it is too costly and we are way too busy at this point.
If you haven't already, lock in your plans now to join us at the beautiful Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Saturday, November 22, and Sunday, November 23 in Rosemont (SUBURBAN Chicago), Illinois, just minutes from the Chicago O'Hare Airport.
Be safe, Be Nice and please help us spread the word.
Bob Ashton
MCACN LLC Managing Member
Our Title Sponsor
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