Well after 251,8xx miles and an unexpected oil leak around the oil pan my engine finally spun a berring--then the piston started chewing the cylinder wall. The Camaro's heart is now pretty much toast. It did manage to get me 6 miles on 7 cylinders to get him to a safe spot to store until I get a rebuild done. For now I'm driving something that might surprise people. It was owned by an old couple since new and was extremely cheap ($1500) and with low miles.
Its a 1997 year model with leather, Infinity radio, front dual zone climate (heat and A/C) and most importantly a soft riding suspension.
Here it is: