I love my 2nd gens but I'm not sure I'd want to dd it, at least in nj with a-holes, criminals, rain, cold and humidity. Maybe every nice day and have a beater too. Plus parts is a concern.
If I wanted a dd camaro maybe a nice late 3rd or more likely a late 4th gen. Well, I'd actually buy a new one but I am assuming you don't want that pmt.
My 77 clears 23+mpg highway with a questionble condition carb.