Honestly? We would buy it and continue to drive it as-is, start a new trend in hot-rodding called "rat muscle." At least for a while. Images: eBay Motors

We always hear stories from people who speak of purchasing classic cars on the cheap from little old ladies. While these tales are occasionally true, more often than not they’re entirely made up. I mean honestly, could you see a 90-year old woman driving a HEMI ‘Cuda or an LS6 Chevelle SS down the street? Us neither. But if you keep your eyes and ears open, you might just stumble upon a 318 Barracuda, or in this case, a ’69 307 Camaro.

Now while we must admit that any car powered by a small block with only 200hp gross wouldn’t make for a torrential road burner, finding a ’69 Camaro still owned by a member of the original family who purchased it new is a rare commodity, regardless. Better still, it’s spent its entire life in the Southern California area, so despite the fact that it was a daily driver all the way up to 2007(!), it only sports surface rust on areas where its factory paint had faded. Otherwise, it’s almost as solid as it was the day it left the plant, save for a few dings.

Apart from the obvious seat cover, the interior looks to be in remarkably good shape for a 42-year old car.

We found the eBay auction for this Camaro via Car Domain, and we felt compelled to share it with you. It comes complete with full documentation, including; the owner’s manual, bill of sale, every copy of the original owner’s registration, and warranty papers. Presumably, the build sheet is more than likely still stuck behind the back seat or under the carpet somewhere, since this car has never been apart.

Here she is: no, not Miss America, but all of 200hp and 307cui of entry-level V8 that was offered in the '69 Camaro.

According to the seller, the odometer reading of 39,570 miles is accurate and original. In fact, other than a new fuel pump and the obvious wear items like filters, tires and brakes, the rest of the car maintains all of its factory components.

The well-detailed  ad features plenty of pictures and even a couple of YouTube videos depicting on how well the car runs, along with an interview of the original owner’s daughter telling the history of the old Chevy to potential buyers. The video makes it clear that the seller still cares for the car, but since she can no longer drive it due to a recent back injury, she regrettably is forced to sell, and wants nothing more than to see it go to a good home.

The Camaro is still sporting its original blue Cali plates issued in January of '70. How cool is that?

The ‘69 is listed at no reserve on the auction site, and the bidding is currently holding strong with 24 bids, with a top bid of $15.2K.

After looking at the pictures, we can’t help but hope this car is given a second lease on life. Despite its humble beginnings we wouldn’t mind seeing this car returned to its original 200hp glory. You just don’t see too many base model Camaro’s in restored condition anymore.