Product Description:
Hawks Motorsports offers our clients this 1978–1981 Camaro replacement rear tail panel, manufactured as a complete OE-style sheet metal solution for restoring the rear structure and appearance of your late second-generation Chevrolet Camaro.
This full-width tail panel installs between the rear quarter panels and serves as the mounting foundation for tail lights, rear bumper components, and trunk latch alignment. Constructed from stamped automotive-grade steel, this panel is designed to replicate original GM body lines, contours, and mounting points for accurate fitment during restoration or collision repair.
The 1978–1981 Camaro features a unique rear body design, including revised tail light openings and bumper integration compared to earlier models. This panel is specifically built to match those later-year changes, making it the correct choice for restorations where proper fit and factory appearance matter.
This is a complete replacement panel, not a patch, making it ideal for vehicles with significant rust damage, previous repairs, or structural compromise in the rear body section.
Features
- Complete rear tail panel for 1978–1981 Camaro models
- OE-style stamped steel construction
- Correct late second-gen tail light openings and contours
- Supports rear bumper mounting and trunk latch alignment
- Full-width design for complete rear restoration
- Matches factory seams and installation points
- Ideal for rust repair, restoration, or collision repair
Fitment
- 1978 Camaro
- 1979 Camaro
- 1980 Camaro
- 1981 Camaro
Important Fitment Note:
This panel is only correct for 1978–1981 models and will not fit 1970–1973 or 1974–1977 Camaros due to major differences in tail light design, rear body contours, and bumper systems.
