Heuer Camaro 7220 NT, Circa 1968

The Heuer Camaro 7220 NT gets its name from the Valjoux 72 chronograph movement at its heart. Carrera, Autavia and Monaco may be the best known automotive-inspired Heuers. But the Camaro, made between 1968 and 1972, holds a special place in the hearts of many racing watch collectors. Not least because the Camaro was reputedly key to Jack Heuer’s North American marketing plans. Now, over 50 years on, you can put this piece of Heuer watch history in your collection.

A lovely example of pre-TAG Heuer horology

Are you a Heuer or TAG Heuer collector with a Camaro itch to scratch? If so, this watch would make a sound investment. Or perhaps you just fancy another interesting piece for your motorsport-themed collection? Either way, this Camaro 7220 NT with workhorse Valjoux 72 movement is a great way to bag a lovely example of pre-TAG Heuer horology. It’s a timepiece that still looks amazing, even when compared to modern racing chronographs. The plexi crystal’s soft curves still complement the three-register chronograph dial as well as they did in the late 1960s. Further, this particular watch’s bezel sunburst effect remains clearly visible – not always the case with such Heuers due to over-zealous polishing – and contrasts beautifully with the polished case sides.

This Heuer Camaro 7220 NT delivers instant nostalgia

With its sublime cushion case, timeless styling, cylinder chrono pushers and tachymeter dial, this Camaro delivers an instant link back to the year Jo Siffert famously won the British Grand Prix at Brands Hatch – and F1’s sad farewell to the legendary Jim Clark.

Who knows the stories that this gorgeous hand-winding Heuer Camaro 12 could tell – about races watched and fast cars driven over the decades? Best of all, it comes newly serviced and with our usual guarantee – a working beauty with the so-desirable character and subtle witness marks from half a century of on-wrist service. What do the late 1960s and early 1970s mean to you? Just imagine the pleasure and nostalgia this Camaro could evoke for you. Make it yours today. Contact us now!

Technical & Condition

Condition: We’ve assessed the dial condition of this Heuer Camaro as excellent; the stainless steel case is in good condition with a clearly visible sunburst effect on the bezel; there are some character-adding, age-consistent, scratches and scuffs on the case.

Crystal: Plexiglass; assessed as good with the expected age-consistent scratches.

Year: c. 1968

Case size (exc. Heuer signed crown): 37 mm; lug width is 19 mm

Case material: Stainless steel

Movement: Recently serviced manual winding Valjoux 72 chronograph movement. With 30 minute, 12 hour and running seconds registers

Strap/bracelet: This watch comes with a new third-party leather strap

Box and papers: Ours

Buy this Heuer Camaro 7220 NT today

Camaro: it’s one of horology’s all-round good guys; a watch whose name evokes images of motorsport’s golden age and powerful Chevvies burning up dark desert highways. Imagine putting it on your wrist and hitting the open road? It won’t be with us long, so call now and make it yours.