The 35th Anniversary Camaro SS

Camaro SS.The 35th Anniversary Camaro SS has been unveiled at the GM at Carlisle/Camaros at Carlisle event, and is now officially available for you to see.

35TH ANNIVERSARY CAMARO SS (OPTION Z4C) DETAILS

Estimated Production Figures
3,000 units will be built for the United States
152 units will be built for Canada
All will be Camaro SS models only
Convertibles: 1,398 units:
Convertibles with "MXO" Automatic Transmission - 789
Convertibles with "MN6" 6-speed Manual Transmission - 609
Coupes:1,971 units:
Coupes with Removable Roof Panels and "MX0" Automatic Transmission - 934
Coupes with Removable Roof Panels and "MN6" 6-speed manual Transmission - 1,037

Options
Choice of Coupe or Convertible
All options are standard including traction control, 12-disc CD changer, rear defogger and removable roof panels on coupe and Hurst shifter when 6-speed manual transmission is specified
• Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS
• Foglamps
• Dual electric remote sport mirrors
• Body-side moldings
• Bright Rally Red exterior with graphics package
• Special black SS wheels with machined edges
• 35th anniversary badging on exterior
• Anodized brake calipers
• Special Red roof band on coupe models
• Black accented hood scoop
• Silver debossed Camaro nameplate on grille and rear fascia
• Dual Heritage Stripes on hood, roof band and trunk (roof band on coupe is body color)
• Painted rear differential
• Special wheel treatment

Engine
The 35th Anniversary Camaro WILL NOT HAVE AN LS6 ENGINE, regardless of rumors to the contrary Special Trim and Features
5.7 Liter Corvette-derived LS1 V8 engine
325 hp at 5200 rpm 350 lb.-ft. of torque at 4000 rpm
Four-speed automatic transmission (standard)
Six-speed manual transmission (optional at no extra cost)

Interior
Standard Equipment
• Monsoon 500-watt (peak) premium sound system with stereo and CD player
• Power door locks and power windows
• Power trunk/hatch release
• Six-way power driver seat
• Remote Keyless Entry with alarm
• Electronic cruise control
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel with duplicate radio controls
• 35th anniversary badging on instrument panel
• 35th anniversary emblem embroidered into front seats
• Special Ebony/Pewter leather
seating surfaces
• Special two-tone interior
• Trophy mat
• Special owner’s portfolio

The 1999 Camaro SS

Camaro SS.The 1999Camaro SS is on its way, and is bringing some new optional styling queues with it. We were fortunate enough to be the first enthusiats outside of SLP to attend a promotional photo shoot, and here's what we observed.

 

First of all, the look that everyone loves about the Camaro SS is still standard on the SLP package. The aggressive hood with functional ram-air still remains, as well as the uplevel spoiler with LED third-eye brake lights. For 1999 SLP will offer two exciting new options that will be shipped from SLP direct to the ordering dealership. Those options are then installed by the dealer and are fully warranted by SLP. Here we got a chance to see these two exiting new options.

Coming at you, the Camaro SS with SLP's new high-gloss grill looks radically different. Instead of the standard black plastic insert, SLP's version offers aggressive open ports on the right and left sides of the grill. It also has the SS logo boldly positioned in the center, letting the world know you are driving a mighty '99 Camaro SS.

Another new optional feature of the SS is the rear of the car, which is more than likely the part of the car you will see the most. A new version of SLP's exhaust has four exhaust tips, all positioned in the center directly under the car. This gives the SS a completely different look from all other Chevy Camaros currently on the road. On both sides of the exhaust tips are rear fascia pieces that allow the exhaust tips to seamlessly integrate with the rest of the car. The fascia pieces wrap around the rear pan and head toward the rear wheels. We think that the new body pieces finish out the rear of the car a little more. There is still the distinctive and familiar rumble to the exhaust, which adds 10 horsepower to the car. Total everything up, and the new Camaro SS with SLP's dealer-direct exhaust has a total of 330 horsepower. Quite impressive for a car that you can buy right off the showroom floor with both warranty protection from GM and SLP.

There is also good news for registered 1998 Camaro SS owners. If you are one of the lucky ones to own a '98 SS, SLP's grill and rear exhaust treatment can be ordered and installed on your car at any Chevrolet dealership. Don't forget, the options descibed above are only available direct from SLP to the dealer. Production of the grill is slated to begin in September, with the exhaust following shortly. SLP's optional dual-dual exhaust is still available for those who still want a traditional look to their '98 or '99 SS.

In short the Camaro SS continues to remain awe-inspiring year after year. SLP has always done a fantastic job of making the SS powerful and attractive and continues to do so with the new 1999 Camaro SS.

1998 Chevy Camaro Z28

Chevy Camaro. Here is the 1998 Chevy Camaro Z28.

A glance from the back would make you think it was a '97 Chevy Camaro Z28 as the rear of the car is unchanged from that year's model. However, if you move around to the front, you will see the flush-mounted headlights, enlarged grill and relocated driving lamps.

Let's take a closer look. Ram-air? Unfortunately no, but the two inlets that bring fresh air into the new LS1 motor appear to be a less restrictive than previous models. As you can see, the headlight system consists of a large capsule divided into two compartments. The fog lights are small projection-style and are embedded deep into the lower corners of the front fascia.

Under the hood lies the powerful LS1. It seems as though it is slightly easier to work on than the previous Z28 with the LT1 engine. Performance-minded enthusiasts take note: the spark plugs are a little easier to reach due to the design of LS1's exhaust manifold, and the fuel pressure regulator has been relocated so it is not as far under the windshield cowl than on the LT1.

The puzzles are the two chambers on both sides of the intake that are right behind the radiator shroud and just before the air intake.There is no visible reason for the presence of these chambers, .It seems to reduce incoming air noise.

Where To Find Classic Camaro Parts

Camaro Parts.Classic Camaro parts are not easy to come by. But if you have finally been able to purchase the classic Chevy Camaro you’ve always dreamed of, finding the classic Camaro parts to restore and accessorize it may be a high on your priority list.You will inevitably find the need to replace and restore some of your car Camaro parts. Classic Camaro parts are not as readily available as for the cars that are still in production. You can’t just walk into a dealership and place your order because the Camaro parts are no longer being made. But with a little digging, they can be found.
Some places to start your search include:

Online Auctions
Online auction sites, such as Ebay, are probably the easiest place to begin your search for classic car parts. If you’ve seen the ads that Ebay has it. You know this is true. Ebay Motors has many listings for hard to find classic car Camaro parts. You’ll have to cover the shipping charges, so that is something to consider when purchasing larger items.

Swap Meets
Finding a local swap meet may be just the thing you need to locate the classic Camaro parts you need. They are great places to find older model accessories and other outdated items.
Classic Car Part Dealer Publications
Often times you can find the parts you are looking for in car part dealer magazines. The only drawback here is that you will probably have to spend top dollar. This option could be used as a last resort though if you are unable to find a specific Camaro part anywhere else. Exhaust all other possibilities first if money is tight.

Clubs and Organizations
Clubs and organizations exist for as many hobbies that people can think up. Certainly, there are a fair number of clubs and organizations geared toward car enthusiasts. Locating and joining one such club may prove beneficial in your hunt for classic Camaro parts. You will be able to make connections with other people who share your interest.
In the Internet age, it is also possible to find a club or organization centered on classic Camaro parts by doing an online search. Try searching Yahoo groups and you are likely to find a list of clubs you could join. Again, making connections with people who share your interest in classic Camaro parts may lead you to a dealer or another source from which you can purchase classic Camaro parts.

Junkyards
Maybe you don,t picture yourself hanging around a junkyard to find used classic Camaro parts, but you may be able to find a diamond in the rough. If you have never used this type of service before, it could be worthwhile to check it out. Everything is computerized and usually a visit or a phone call is all you need to check and see if they have the Camaro Parts or accessory that you need for your precious investment.

Of course you will want to take good care of your classic Chevy Camaro to limit the number of Camaro parts that you will need to search for. The less time you spend tracking down Camaro parts, the more time you can spend enjoying the Chevy Camaro of your dreams.

Chevy Camaro Restoration 101

Chevy Camaro.Restoring classic Chevy Camaro is a hobby for some and a profession for others. Theres just something about the classic high-performance Chevy Camaro that collectors, racers and general car enthusiasts find fascinating. If you are a hobbyist who is interested in restoring a Chevy Camaro, you will probably benefit from a few restoration tips. The restoration of Chevy Camaro begins with shopping for a Chevy Camaro that can be restored. Prior to buying a car for the purpose of restoring it you need to make sure that the Camaro parts needed for the restoration are available and you can get your hands on them, and that you can afford to complete the project once you start it.

Before going shopping for a Chevy Camaro to restore, decide what your purpose is for Chevy Camaro. Do you just want a great Chevy Camaro to drive? Will you be racing? Are you restoring the Chevy Camaro so you can participate and compete in classic car shows? Do you intend to sell the totally restored Chevy Camaro for a profit?

Once you’ve determined the purpose behind your Chevy Camaro restoration you’ll have a better idea about what type of Chevy Camaro you want to get. Before you go shopping, read up on different Chevy Camaro s and learn all about their performance, their value and so forth to make sure that the Chevy Camaro you choose is appropriate for you intentions. To make sure that you don’t get ripped off in a Chevy Camaro transaction, find out what the muscle cars you are looking for are worth ?as is? and what they are worth once they are restored. Having this information at your fingertips will help you to determine whether or not you are really getting a great deal. When you begin to negotiate to buy a Classic Chevy Camaro.

Before you buy one, make sure that the Camaro parts needed to restore your Chevy Camaro are available and affordable. Set your budget and your timeline for restoring the Chevy Camaro so you know how much you can afford to spend for the Chevy Camaro itself and for the Camaro parts and other expenses that will be incurred in the process of the restoration. Following these simple suggestions at the beginning of your Chevy Camaro restoration project will prevent you from starting a project you can’t finish and will ensure that your Chevy Camaro restoration project is enjoyable and that you meet your goals for Chevy Camaro restoration, whatever those goals may be.

Chevy Camaro Parts : Key Chains

Camaro Parts.There are lots of fashionable accessories available today. Some of these include clothing accessories, eyewear and even designer key chains. Accessories such as the key chains come in so many forms that they have even become collectibles for people with a passion for these.
The Chevy is identified by its trendy "bow-tie" logo seen on all their cars (like the Camaro, Aveo, Corvair, Corvette and Impala), the scale models and on all their accessories such as key chains, hand bags, clothing and eyewear. This logo was introduced in 1913 after Durant saw it on a wall paper in a French hotel.

The Chevy Camaro Parts : key chain comes in various shapes, sizes and materials namely:

1) Chevy Camaro Parts : Metal key chain- With different finishes such as chrome, gold-plated and brass and available in different shapes such as round, oval and rectangular these key chains are truly a collectors item. The logo is laser-burned onto the surface to give a spectacular finish to the key chain.

2) Chevy Camaro Parts : leather key chain- These key chains too come in different shapes with the traditional logo embossed in varying metal finishes and are available in different colors such as black, burgundy and red.

3) Plasticolor Chevy Camaro Parts : rubberized key chain- These are molded key chains and the attention to detail has resulted in a beautiful wonderful keychain that would perfectly match your style.

4) Chevy Camaro Parts : Flashlight LED key chain- As the name suggests, this key chain comes with a LED-light that helps in inserting the key in dark.

5) Chevy Camaro Parts : Specialized key chains- These are made with some particular models in mind like the photo key chains, scale model key chains and the like. Some of them also carry the depictions of cartoon characters such as Popeye standing beside the car.

6)Chevy Camaro key chains in the form of Camaro parts- These key chains are made to resemble parts of the car such as piston, connecting rod and seat belts and at times make handy bottle or can openers.

Today, cars are not limited to mere modes of transport, but have become a symbol of status and style. Complimenting this view, accessories not only play a vital role in making a style statement but also help the customer bond with his vehicle.

Things to Know About Camaro Parts : Body Kits

Camaro Parts.The sleek look of a sports car is an ideal to which many people dream of buying when they are young. The Camaro is one such sports car that is easily affordable. To give your Chevy Camaro an even hotter look you can use Camaro Parts : Body kits. These Camaro Parts kits are available at many car dealerships and even on the internet.

When you are looking for the type of Chevy Camaro Parts : body kit to install you should have an idea of the type of look you are aiming for. There are many different ones that you can buy if you have a clear image of the finished look in your mind. One such item that you can get is that of rear wings Camaro Parts.

These Camaro Parts : rear wings can and will enhance the sporty look of your Chevy Camaro. Additionally they will make sure that the air flow which can surround your car does not hinder your speed. These Camaro Parts : rear wings have been designed for the purpose in providing an aerodynamic wind resistance to your Chevy Camaro.

A Chevy Camaro R-Sport Tonneau cover is another Camaro Parts item that is found in some of the Camaro Parts : body kits. The cover can be placed on the rear seats of your Chevy Camaro to provide a more streamlined effect. You can also use Camaro Parts : side skirts which are attached to the rocker panels just beneath the door of the car. These side skirts will make sure that the wind flow goes right past your car.

Some of the Chevy Camaro Parts : body kits are made from Urethane material. The items which can be found under this treatment will be ones like a full front or rear lip attachment. These attachments aside you will also be able to find customizable Chevy Camaro Parts : body kits. These body kits can be only the side skirts or they will also include rear and front lip kits.

Now there is an interesting thing that you can try out with the Chevy Camaro Parts : body kits. The possibility of mixing and matching these various body kits to make an interesting effect to your Chevy Camaro. You will find that as a result of each of these kits having the ability of interchanging their various separate Camaro parts that it is easy to create a new and unique look for any type of Chevy Camaro that you have.

As this is a great way to get an exciting look to your Chevy Camaro you may want to investigate this possibility out. The various Camaro parts and accessories which are part of the Camaro Parts : body kits range makes this is an exciting way to customize your car and make it perform even hotter and faster than ever before.

Chevy Camaro :The Journey

Chevy Camaro :The Journey
  

Chevy Camaro : First Generation
 

Chevy Camaro. The first-generation Chevy Camaro debuted in September 1966, for the 1967 model year, up to 1969 on a brand new rear-wheel drive GM F-body platform and would be available as a 2-door, 2+2 seating, coupe or convertible with a choice of inline-6 and 302 cu in (4.9 L), 327 cu in (5.4 L), 350 cu in (5.7 L), or 396 cu in (6.5 L) V8 powerplants. Concerned with the runaway success of the Ford Mustang, Chevrolet executives realized that their compact sporty car, the Corvair, would not be able to generate the sales volume of the Mustang due to its radical rear-engine design, as well as declining sales, partly due to bad publicity from Ralph Nader's book, Unsafe at Any Speed. Therefore, the Chevy Camaro was touted as having the same conventional rear-drive, front-engine configuration as Mustang and Chevy II. In addition, the Chevy Camaro was designed to fit a variety of power plants in the engine bay. The first-generation Chevy Camaro would last until the 1969 model year and would eventually inspire the design of the new retro fifth-generation Chevy Camaro.

Chevy Camaro : Second Generation

Chevy Camaro. The second-generation Chevy Camaro introduced to market in February 1970, the second-generation Chevy Camaro would be in production for a total of 11 years. The car grew somewhat larger and wider with the new styling, thus resulting in a heavier car. Still based on the F-body platform, the new Chevy Camaro was engineered much like its predecessor in that it still used a unibody structure with a front subframe, leaf springs in the back and A-arms up front for suspension. The second-generation Chevy Camaro would see major changes in both styling and performance as time progressed from the introduction through the end of second-generation production in 1981.

Chevy Camaro : Third generation

Chevy Camaro. The third-generation Chevy Camaro was introduced for the 1982 model year. It continued to use General Motors' F-body platform and would produce a "20th Anniversary Commemorative Edition" for 1987 and a "25th Anniversary Heritage Edition" for 1992. These were also the first Chevy Camaro with throttle body fuel injection, Turbo-Hydramatic 700R4 four-speed automatic transmissions, five-speed manual transmissions, 15 inch or 16-inch wheels, hatchback bodies, and a rear window third brake light. It was during the third generation that the famous IROC-Z Chevy Camaro (International Race Of Champions) was available, which included upgrades such as Performance Suspension and 16-inch Z rated tires.The third-generation Chevy Camaro would continue through the 1992 model year.

Chevy Camaro : Fourth generation

Chevy Camaro. The fourth-generation Chevy Camaro debuted for the 1993 model year on an updated F-body platform. It would retain the same characteristics since the first-generation Chevy Camaro's introduction back in 1967; 2-doors, 2+2 seating, available as a coupé (with optional T-top roof) or convertible (with the latter introduced in 1994), rear-wheel drive, and a choice of V6 and V8 powerplants. The fourth-generation Chevy Camaro Options included the 3.4 L (207 cu in) 160 hp (119 kW) V6 (changed to 3.8 L (232 cu in) 200 hp (149 kW) V6 in mid-1995) and the LT1 V8 engine (351 ci) that had been introduced in the Corvette one year earlier, as well as an optional six-speed manual transmission. The 1997 Chevy Camaro model year introduced a newer interior, while the 1998 Chevy Camaro model year was refreshed and revised with both exterior and engine changes. The engine was replaced with GM's all-aluminum LS1 (346 ci) which had been introduced with the Corvette C5. The fourth-generation Chevy Camaro would last up through the 2002 model year, marking 35 years of continuous production. Production of the Chevy Camaro’s F-Body platform was stopped due to slow sales, a deteriorated sports coupe market, and plant overcapacity.

Chevy Camaro : Fifth generation

Chevy Camaro.On 9 January 2006, the first official word regarding a fifth-generation Chevy Camaro from General Motors came at the 2006 North American International Auto Show, where the 2006 Chevy Camaro Concept was released.The concept is powered by the 400 hp (298 kW) LS2 V8 and equipped with the T-56 six-speed manual transmission. GM also showed the 2007 Chevy Camaro Convertible Concept on 6 January, 2007 at the 2007 North American International Auto Show. The fifth generation Chevy Camaro was approved for production on 5 August, 2006. It is expected to go into production at Oshawa Car Assembly in February 2009 to be sold in spring of 2009 as a 2010 model year vehicle.Both V6 and V8 engines will be available along with automatic and manual transmissions. Pricing has not been officially announced yet, however, GM has stated that it will be competitive with the Ford Mustang.