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2000 Camaro
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Tabular Data
MODEL SUMMARY
Model Summary
- Camaro Coupe
- Camaro Convertible
- Camaro Z28 Coupe
- Camaro Z28 Convertible.
Marketplace
Camaro and Camaro Z28 provide both Coupe and Convertible model choices that cover a large segment of muscle car customers by offering rear-wheel-drive and V8 performance.
CAMARO COMPETITORS:
- Ford Mustang and Mustang GT
- Mercury Cougar
- Honda Prelude
- Mitsubishi Eclipse
- Toyota Celica GT
- Chrysler Sebring.
CAMARO Z28 COMPETITORS:
- Ford Mustang GT and Mustang Cobra
- Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX
- Mitsubishi 3000GT
- Toyota Celica GT.
1999 Awards
- The LS1 5.7 Liter V8 was voted one of the "10 Best Engines" by Ward's Auto World for 1997, ‘98 and ‘99
- Intellichoice 1999 "Best Value of the Year"
- Kiplinger's Personal Finance 1999 Consumer Guide "First for Safety" ($13,000-$18,000 range)
Demographics Target
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Overall Target |
Convertible |
Z28 |
Median Age |
35 Years |
40 Years |
40 Years |
Median Household Income |
$55,000 |
$75,000 |
$75,000 |
College Graduate |
36% |
58% |
43% |
Principal Driver-Female |
50% |
50% |
25% |
FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW
Key Standard Features*
CAMARO COUPE MODEL:
- 3800 V6 engine with 200 horsepower
- Engine oil-life monitor
- Five-speed manual transmission
- Four-wheel disc brakes with antilock system (ABS)
- Power rack-and-pinion steering
- Stainless-steel exhaust
- Firm Ride and Handling Suspension
- P215/60R-16 touring tires.†
CAMARO CONVERTIBLE MODEL ADDS THE FOLLOWING, IN ADDITION TO OR REPLACING CAMARO COUPE FEATURES:
- Electric rear-window defogger
- Cruise control
- Remote trunk release
- Remote Keyless Entry with illuminated interior feature
- Theft-deterrent alarm system.
CAMARO Z28 COUPE MODEL INCLUDES ALL THE FOLLOWING, IN ADDITION TO OR REPLACING CAMARO COUPE FEATURES:
- 5.7-liter Corvette inspired LS1 V8 engine with 305 horsepower
- Cruise control
- Remote trunk release
- Remote Keyless Entry system with illuminated interior feature.
CAMARO Z28 CONVERTIBLE MODEL INCLUDES ALL THE FOLLOWING, IN ADDITION TO OR REPLACING CAMARO Z28 COUPE MODEL FEATURES:
- Electric rear-window defogger
- Cruise control
- Remote trunk release
- Remote Keyless Entry system with illuminated interior feature
- Theft-deterrent alarm system.
Key Optional Features*
- Acceleration Slip Regulation(ASR)
- Removable roof panels (Coupe models only).
* See Feature Availability chart on page 11 for additional features.
† Vehicle speed may be limited by speed rating of tires.
WHAT'S NEW AND HIGHLIGHTS
Interior
• Ebony interior color replaces Dark Gray for "true" black interior
• Medium gray interior cloth color replaces Arctic White (leather color)
• Accent interior cloth replaces Red Accent
• New cloth fabric on seats and door trim
• New redundant radio control steering wheel
• Monsoon radio with CD player (UNO) now compatible with 12-Disc CDchanger mounted in trunk.
Engines
• Revisions were made to both the V6 and V8 LS1 engines to meet Low Emission Vehicle regulations in California and states requiring California emissions, when properly equipped (see Engine Revisions in the Highlights section for more LEV information).
Engine Revisions
Properly equipped 3800 V6 and 5.7-liter LS1 engines have been revised in order to meet Low Emission Vehicle regulations in California and states requiring California emissions.
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Redundant Radio Control
Steering Wheel
Instead of looking and reaching away to adjust radio settings, the redundant radio control steering wheel allows the driver convenient audio operation within fingertip reach on the steering wheel.
Exterior
• Body color outside rearview mirrors on Z28 Coupe
• Monterey Maroon Metallic exterior color
• 16-inch aluminum wheel (painted or optional polished)
• 17-inch aluminum wheel (Camaro SS only). |
INTERIOR OVERVIEW
Key Standard Features*
CAMARO COUPE MODEL:
- NEW Cloth fabric on seats and door trim
- NEW Rear-seat child restraint anchor provisions
- Driver and front-passenger air bags†
- Air conditioning with CFC-free refrigerant
- Tilt-Wheel™ steering column
- Electronically-tuned AM/FM stereo with cassette player and extended range speakers
- Theatre lighting
- Center console with integral armrest and storage compartment
- Full-folding rear seatback
- Carpeted front floor mats
- "Change Oil Soon" indicator
- Gauge package with 125 mph speedometer, tachometer and digital odometer
- PASS-Key II theft-deterrent system
- Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
- Closeout panel for cargo area
- Solar-Ray Tinted Glass.
CAMARO CONVERTIBLE MODEL ADDS THE FOLLOWING, IN ADDITION TO OR REPLACING CAMARO COUPE FEATURES:
- NEW Leather-wrapped steering wheel with redundant radio control
- Leather-wrapped transmission shifter and parking brake handle
- Power windows with driver's Express-Down feature
- Power door locks
- Carpeted rear floor mats
- Monsoon ETR AM/FM stereo with seek-scan, digital clock, TheftLock, speed compensated volume, cassette and auto tone control.
CAMARO Z28 COUPE MODEL INCLUDES ALL THE FOLLOWING, IN ADDITION TO OR REPLACING CAMARO COUPE FEATURES:
- Monsoon ETR AM/FM stereo with cassette player, seek-scan, digital clock, TheftLock, speed-compensated volume and auto tone control
- 155 mph speedometer.**
*See Feature Availability chart on page 11 for additional features.
†Always use safety belts and proper child restraints even with air bags. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. See the owner's manual for more safety information.
**Vehicle speed may be limited by speed rating of tires.
CAMARO Z28 CONVERTIBLE MODEL INCLUDES ALL THE FOLLOWING, IN ADDITION TO OR REPLACING CAMARO Z28 COUPE FEATURES:
- NEW Leather-wrapped steering wheel with redundant radio controls
- Power window with driver's Express-Down feature
- 6-way power driver seat
- Power door locks
- Carpeted rear floor mats
- Leather-wrapped transmission shifter and parking brake release handle.
Key Optional Features*
- Leather seating surfaces
- Monsoon ETRAM/FM stereo with compact disc player, seek-scan, digital clock, TheftLock, speed-compensated volume and auto tone control
- 12-disc remote CD changer mounted in trunk.
*See Feature Availability chart on page 11 for additional features.
EXTERIOR/STRUCTURAL OVERVIEW
Key Standard Features*
CAMARO COUPE MODEL:
- Daytime Running Lamps with Automatic Exterior Lamp Control
- Dual, body-color, outside rearview mirrors (LH remote, RH manual)
- 16" bolt-on wheel covers
- Extensive anti-corrosion measures includes the use of composites, two-sided galvanized steel and electrodeposition primer (ELPO). Camaro makes extensive use of dent-resistant, rust-proof body panels. Significant features include:
- The roof, doors, hatch and spoiler are made of sheet-molded compound (SMC), a material composed of finely ground glass in a polyester resin.
- Reaction Injection Molded (RIM) process (reinforced with mica) is used for front fenders and fascia.
- Rust-resistant, two-sided galvanized steel is used for the rear-quarter panels and hood.
- SS Performance/Appearance Package also features a fiberglass (SMC) hood.
CAMARO CONVERTIBLE MODEL ADDS THE FOLLOWING, IN ADDITION TO OR REPLACING CAMARO COUPE FEATURES:
- Power convertible top with a three-piece hard tonneau cover with storage bag
- Body-color, body-side moldings
- Foglamps
- Dual power outside rearview mirrors.
CAMARO Z28 COUPE MODEL INCLUDES ALL THE FOLLOWING, IN ADDITION TO OR REPLACING CAMARO COUPE FEATURES:
- NEW 16" aluminum wheels
- Special black roof treatment
- Dual outlet exhaust.
CAMARO Z28 CONVERTIBLE MODEL INCLUDES ALL THE FOLLOWING, IN ADDITION TO OR REPLACING CAMARO Z28 COUPE FEATURES:
- Foglamps
- Dual, power, outside rearview mirrors
- Body-color body-side moldings
- Power convertible top with three-piece hard tonneau cover with storage bag.
Key Optional Features*
- NEW 16" polished aluminum wheels
- Sport Appearance Package.
Exterior Paint
Standard basecoat/clearcoat paint treatment on Camaro helps resist fading and provides a high gloss shine for long-lasting exterior beauty. The clearcoat system is formulated to assist in reducing the effects of acid rain and other environmental damage. Clearcoat finish is used with all colors.
Paint Colors
- NEW Monterey Maroon Metallic
- Onyx Black
- Navy Blue Metallic
- Arctic White
- Light Pewter Metallic
- Bright Rally Red
- Mystic Teal Metallic
- Sebring Silver Metallic.
CONVERTIBLE TOP COLORS:
- Arctic White
- Black
- Neutral
*See Feature Availability chart on page 11 for additional features.
SAFETY AND SECURITY*
Crash Avoidance Features
- Daytime Running Lamps
- Automatic Exterior Lamp Control
- 4-wheel antilock brake system (ABS)
- Optional Acceleration Slip Regulation (Traction Control)
- Clutch/starter safety switch
- Brake/transmission shift interlock
- Second-gear-start feature (not available on V6 models equipped with Traction Control).
Occupant Protection Features
- Driver and front-passenger air bags†
- Three-point safety belt system
- Reinforced steel safety-cage construction
- Front and rear crush zones
- Rear-seat child-restraint anchor provisions
- Body reinforcements and energy-absorbing foam pads in the doors
- Energy-absorbing steering column.
*For additional safety information, see the Chevrolet section of this Guide.
†Always use safety belts and proper child restraints even with air bags. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat.See the owner's manual for more safety information.
Security
- PASS-Key II theft-deterrent system
- Remote hood release
- Laser-etched vehicle identification number
- Optional theft-deterrent alarm system.
SOUND SYSTEMS
Camaro Coupe
STANDARD:
- Electronically tuned AM/FM stereo with cassette player, seek-scan, digital clock and extended-range speakers.
OPTIONAL:
- Monsoon 200 watt Premium Sound System with electronically tuned AM/FMstereo, cassette player, seek-scan, digital clock, TheftLock, speed-compensated volume, auto tone control, Dolby Noise Reduction, music search, eight speakers and 200-watt amplifier
- Monsoon 200 watt Premium Sound System with electronically tuned AM/FM stereo and compact disc player, seek-scan, digital clock, TheftLock®, speed-compensated volume, auto tone control, Dolby Noise Reduction, music search, eight speakers and 200-watt amplifier.
- NEW Remote compact disc changer with 12-disc magazine located in the left rear of the cargo area and with controls built into the radio for easy operation and convenience — optional on all models. Now available with (RPO UN0) Monsoon CD player.
Camaro Convertible, Z28 Coupe and Z28 Convertible
STANDARD :
- Monsoon 200 watt premium sound system with electronically tuned AM/FM stereo and cassette player (see above for system description).
OPTIONAL:
- Monsoon 200 watt premium sound system with electronically tuned AM/FM stereo and CD player (see above for system description)
- Remote compact disc changer with 12-disc magazine (see above for system description).
Monsoon Cassette and Compact Disc PlayerSystems
KEY FEATURES:
- Speed-compensated volume automatically regulates the volume of the audio to help overcome road noise, so the volume level adjusts to the vehicle's speed
- Automatic tone control allows the listener to choose preset bass and treble settings designed for classical, news, rock, pop, country/western and jazz stations.
Redundant Radio Control Steering Wheel
Instead of looking and reaching away to adjust radio settings, the redundant radio control steering wheel allows the driver convenient audio operation within fingertip reach on the steering wheel.
This feature includes a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Controls include:
- Play
- Mute
- Volume
- Seek
- AM/FM.
SEATS |
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Camaro Coupe, Convertible, Z28 Coupe and Z28 Convertible
STANDARD ON ALL MODELS:
- Cloth front bucket, reclining seats
- Full-folding rear seats.
OPTIONAL ON ALL MODELS:
- Bucket seats with leather seating surfaces (Camaro front bucket seats provide manual four-way seat adjusters)
- Six-way power driver-seat-adjuster (standard on Z28 Convertible).
Interior Colors
CLOTH COLORS:
- NEW Medium Gray
- NEW Ebony
- NEW Accent (in cloth door trim and seat inserts only).
LEATHER SEATING SURFACE COLORS:
POWER AND PERFORMANCE
ENGINEERING
Advanced technology features of the 5.7 liter, LS1 V8 engine include aluminum construction, a direct ignition system and an Overheated Engine Protection Operating system. Should an overheated engine condition exist and the LOWCOOLANTwarning lamp be displayed, an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders will help prevent engine damage. This operating mode allows the vehicle to be driven up to 50 miles to a safe place in an emergency.
All Camaro models are manufactured at the General Motors assembly plant in Ste. Therese, Quebec , Canada .
ENGINES |
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3800 V6 ENGINE (L36)
A 3800 V6 engine with sequential fuel injection (SFI) is standard on Camaro Coupe and Convertible models. Properly equipped, the 3800 V6 engine meets Low Emission Vehicle regulations in California and states requiring California emissions. The 3800 V6 is available with either a five-speed manual transmission or an optional four-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission.
Following are revisions made to the V6 engine:
- One-piece flex plate
- New air conditioning plumbing
- New converter catalyst loading
- New Borg Warner T2 air pump
- Multec II fuel injectors.
POWER RATINGS FOR THE 3800 V6 ENGINE ARE:
- 200 horsepower at 5200 rpm
- 225 lb.-ft. of torque at 4000 rpm.
3800 V6 ENGINE TECHNICAL FEATURES:
- Electronic throttle control
- "Change Oil Soon" indicator
- Proven overhead valve (OHV) design
- High performance pushrod valvetrain
- Composite intake manifold and air induction system
- Direct accessory mounting
- Tuned-for-performance throttle body
- Laminated oil pan
- Sequential Fuel Injection
- Returnless fuel system helps keep fuel fumes in the tank, not vented into the atmosphere, with the help of the Enhanced Evaporative Emissions system
- Low maintenance due to platinum-tip spark plugs which can go up to 100,000 miles before the first scheduled replacement* and extended-life engine coolant that lasts up to five years or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first.*
*Maintenance needs vary with different uses and driving conditions. See owner's manual for more information.
5.7 Liter V8 SFI Engine (LS1) |
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Camaro Z28 features the acclaimed technology of the Corvette inspired 5.7 liter LS1 V8 engine — named among the "Best Engines of 1999," three years in a row by Ward's Auto World. Standard on Camaro Z28 Coupe and Z28 Convertible, the LS1 takes Camaro to an exciting level of power and performance.
One of the major engineering goals in adapting the LS1 engine for use in Camaro was to keep many of the performance characteristics of the Corvette application. However, it was necessary to make some modifications to the engine in response to take advantage of the space under the Camaro hood.
For 2000, revisions were made to the LS1. These include:
- Revised engine block
- New close-coupled catalytic converters
- New progressive throttle cam replaces linear design
- New engine rear cover
- Water pump and one-piece pulley drive
- Cast iron exhaust manifolds
- Improved high flow air pump
- Revised EGR pipe
- New starter motor and heat shield.
POWER RATINGS FOR THE LS1 V8 ENGINE ARE :
- 305 horsepower at 5200 rpm and 335 lb.-ft. of torque at 4000 rpm (Z28 Coupe and Convertible)
- 320 horsepower at 5200 rpm and 345 lb.-ft. of torque at 4400 rpm (SS Coupe and Convertible).
LS1 V8 ENGINE TECHNICAL FEATURES:
- Aluminum "deep-skirt" engine block
- Replicated cylinder head ports optimize airflow in the engine, contributing to overall performance
- Composite intake manifold
- Lightweight pistons and connecting rods
- In-line valves, rocker arms and pushrods
- Sequential Fuel Injection
- Individual ignition coils
- Air conditioning compressor is mounted on the lower right side of the engine
- Low, left side-mounted alternator
- Specific contour die-cast aluminum oil pan
- Oil-level sensor
- Powertrain Control Module
- Low maintenance due to platinum-tip spark plugs which can go up to 100,000 miles before the first scheduled replacement* and extended-life engine coolant that lasts up to five years or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first.*
*Maintenance needs vary with different uses and driving conditions. See owner's manual for more information.
TRANSMISSIONS
Five-Speed Manual Transmission
A five-speed manual transmission is standard on Camaro Coupe and Convertible equipped with the 3800 V6 engine. Features include:
- Wide range of gear ratios from 3.75:1 in first gear to 0.72:1 in fifth
- Heavy-duty hydraulic transmission mount, a two-piece driveshaft, a tuned tailshaft damper and a structural bellhousing with additional bracing
- Manual clutch system with concentric slave cylinder
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Six-Speed Manual Transmission |
A six-speed manual transmission is optional at no cost on Camaro Z28 models equipped with the LS1 V8 engine. Features include:
- 2.66:1 ratio in first gear
- Two overdrive gears
- 3.42:1 rear-axle ratio
- Manual clutch system with concentric slave cylinder
- Computer-aided gear selection with skip shift telltale lamp
- Single-rail internal shift linkage
- Synchronized reverse gear
- Needle bearings on all mainshaft gears
- Three heavy-duty tapered rolling bearings
- Countershaft-mounted fifth-sixth gear synchronizers
- Internal oil passages.
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4L60-E Four-Speed Automatic Transmission |
The Hydra-matic 4L60-E four-speed electronically controlled automatic overdrive transmission is standard on Camaro Z28 Coupe and Convertible, and optional on Coupe and Convertible. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) measures key vehicle factors including throttle position, vehicle speed, gear range, temperature and engine load to create a seamless interface between the engine and transmission. Shift timing is controlled by electronic signals sent to the valve body shift solenoids, which activate the shift valves for precise shift execution allowing the transmission to match the engine's performance. Features of this transmission include:
- Simple on-off solenoid
- 298mm torque converter
- Abuse torque management system protects the powertrain by reducing the amount of energy and heat generated by frequent severe shifts when a vehicle is stuck in the snow or mud and is "rocked"
- 3.06:1 first-gear ratio
- Overdrive 0.70:1 fourth gear
- Four solenoids communicate with the powertrain control module.
- Refined torque converter clutch controls
- Electronic controls provide the security of "fail-safe" operation; if the controls malfunction for any reason, the transmission will automatically default to operable gear ratios, giving the driver an opportunity to reach a safe location
- Second-gear-start feature provides an extra measure of control in slippery driving conditions. (Not available on V6 models equipped with Traction Control). By engaging the second gear start button (on V6-equipped models only) the driver can reduce torque to the drive wheels, increasing control during initial acceleration on most slippery surfaces.
- Automatic transmission fluid will not need to be replaced for up to 50,000 miles* under normal operating conditions
- OBD II-compliant
- External seals
- Two-piece case design.
*Maintenance needs vary with different uses and driving conditions.
See owner's manual for more information.
SUSPENSION
Short/Long Arm ( SLA ) Front Suspension
Camaro has a Short/Long Arm (SLA) front suspension which is designed to help provide a smooth, controlled ride. This system features:
- Upper control arms are mounted high in the body structure to reduce loads
- De Carbon gas charged monotube shock absorbers feature a structure that is designed to enhance heat dissipation and fade-resistance, and provide a large working area for a given outside diameter, compared to conventional shock absorbers. The result is a smooth ride at high performance levels
- Front and rear spring rates on Z28 models help provide smooth, stable performance. They are stiffer than the springs in Coupe and Convertible models
- 28mm hollow front stabilizer bar (Z28 uses a 30mm front stabilizer bar. The 1LE Suspension Package uses a 32mm front stabilizer bar)
- 15mm solid rear stabilizer bar (Z28 uses a 19mm rear stabilizer bar)
- Lightweight stamped-steel lower control arms
- Salisbury rear axle design.
Performance Handling Package (RPO Y87)
Optional on Camaro Coupe and Convertible.
KEY FEATURES :
- NEW 16" aluminum wheels (required with RPO Y87)
- Optional 16" polished aluminum wheels
- Zexel® Torsen® limited slip differential uses a 3.42:1 rear axle ratio with optional automatic transmission, and a 3.23:1 ratio with the five-speed manual transmission
- Dual exhaust outlets
- Sport-steering gear ratio (14.4:1)
- P235/55R-16 tires* (required with RPO Y87)
Performance Suspension Package (RPO 1LE)
This optional Z28 Coupe package offers the serious performance enthusiast the suspension components often needed for autocross or other sanctioned competitive-speed performances, the 1LE option includes the following components:
- Koni manually double adjustable shock absorbers
- Larger diameter (32mm) front stabilizer bar
- Higher-rate front upper and lower control arm bushings
- Stiffer transmission mount
- Stiffer Panhard bar bushings
- Higher-rate front springs
- Stiffer variable-rate rear springs
- Requires 3.23 axle ratio with automatic transmission
- Not available with RPO CC1 Removable Roof Panels.
*Vehicle speed may be limited by speed rating of tires.
STEERING
Power rack-and-pinion steering provides a feeling of precise control under demanding driving conditions. The steering ratio and hydraulic valve settings are individually tailored to standard Camaro and Z28 models.
- 16.9:1 steering ratio on Camaro Coupe and Convertible
- 14.4:1 steering ratio on Z28 models and Camaro models equipped with the Y87 Performance Handling Package
- Power-steering cooler (RPO V12) optional on Z28, standard with SS Performance/Appearance Package
- Intermediate steering shaft on Z28 models only.
BRAKES
The standard ventilated four-wheel disc antilock brakes on Camaro dissipate heat more effectively than disc/drum systems to help fight brake fade. Other brake features:
- Non-asbestos organic brake linings
- Drum-in-hat parking brake system
- ABS module and calibration employ an electric brake force distribution in place of a hydraulic proportioning valve, allowing for full utilization of the rear brakes and shorter stopping distances
- Plated brake calipers and corrosion-protected rotors enhance performance and appearance.
WHEELS AND TIRES
Wheels
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16" steel wheel with bolt-on wheel covers and P215/60R-16 touring tires are both standard equipment on Coupe and Convertible. |
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NEW (RPO N96) 16" aluminum wheel with painted surface and P235/55R-16 touring tires† are standard on Camaro Z28 models (and included with available Sport Appearance Package on V6 models), available on Camaro Coupe and Convertible. P245/50R-16 performance tires† are also optional on Camaro Z28 Coupe and Convertible. |
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NEW (RPO PW7) 16" aluminum wheel with polished surface, optional on all models.* P235/55R-16 touring tires† are standard on Z28 and P245/50ZR-16 tires are optional. |
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(RPO WU8) SS 17" aluminum wheel with painted surface and P275/40ZR-17 Goodyear Eagle F1 performance tires (included with optional SS Performance/Appearance Package on Z28 models). |
*Not available with (WU8) SS Performance/Appearance Package. †Vehicle speed may be limited by spe
OPTIONAL PACKAGES
CAMARO SPECIAL SERVICE POLICE PACKAGE
The (RPO B4C) Special Service Police Package includes:
INTERIOR
EXTERIOR
FUNCTIONAL
- 5.7-liter LS1 V8 engine with 305 horsepower
- Choice of six-speed manual or electronically controlled four-speed automatic overdrive transmission
- Performance Handling Suspension
- P245/50ZR-16 speed-rated all-season performance tires*
- 3.23:1 limited-slip rear axle ratio (automatic transmission)
- 3.42:1 limited-slip rear axle ratio (manual transmission)
- Power steering oil cooler.
* Vehicle speed may be limited by speed rating of tires.
Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR)
The optional ASR system (better known as Traction Control) on Camaro gives the driver greater control in various road conditions. Traction Control features include:
ASR FOR CAMARO COUPE AND CONVERTIBLE:
- Utilizes the electronic throttle control and powertrain control module (PCM) to reduce engine torque when wheel spin is detected. The PCM will reduce engine spark and the Electronic Throttle Control will reduce the engine throttle position until favorable traction is restored.
- Automatically engages when the vehicle is started.
ASR FOR CAMARO Z28:
- Utilizes the Powertrain Control Module
- Automatically engages when the vehicle is started
- Calibrated to allow some wheel slip
- Features an individual rear brake control which makes it possible to use the available traction on a split coefficient. For example, traction would be optimized even though one rear wheel is on slick pavement and the other rear wheel is on dry pavement.
Sport Appearance Package
Available on all Camaro models except SS, contents include:
- NEW 16" 5-spoke aluminum wheels (Coupe and Convertible only)
- Front fascia extension
- Rocker moldings
- Rear spoiler extension.
SS Performance/Appearance Package
- NEW SS specific 17" aluminum wheels
- 5.7 Liter LS1 V8 engine with increased horsepower and torque
- Forced-air induction fiberglass hood
- Low restriction exhaust with dual 2 3/4-inch tailpipes
- SS badging
- Goodyear Eagle F1 high performance tires
- High Performance Ride and Handling Package
- Power steering cooler
- Unique rear spoiler.
Transparent Removable Roof Panels (T-Tops)
Available on Coupe and Z28 Coupe models only.
Specification Data
Dimensions and Capacities | Steering | Brakes | Engines | Transmissions | Chassis | Mileage/Performance |
Trailering Information | Wheels & Tires
MODEL AVAILABILITY |
Camaro Coupe, Camaro Convertible, Camaro Z28 Coupe and Camaro Z28 Convertible |
EPA vehicle class |
Subcompact |
Assembly |
Ste.Therese , Quebec , Canada |
DIMENSIONS & CAPACITIES (inches/millimeters, unless otherwise noted) |
Exterior Dimensions |
Coupe |
Convertible |
Wheelbase |
101.1/2567.9 |
101.1/2567.9 |
Length (overall) |
193.5/4914.9 |
193.5/4914.9 |
Width (overall) |
74.1/1882.1 |
74.1/1882.1 |
Height (overall) |
51.2/1300.5 |
51.8/1315.7 |
Tread — front |
60.7/1541.8 |
60.7/1541.8 |
Tread — rear |
60.6/1539.2 |
60.6/1539.2 |
Interior Front Dimensions |
Headroom |
37.2/944.9 |
38.0/965.2 |
Legroom |
43.0/1092.2 |
43.0/1092.2 |
Shoulder room |
57.4/1458.0 |
57.4/1458.0 |
Hip room |
53.5/1358.9 |
53.5/1358.9 |
Interior Rear Dimensions |
Headroom |
35.3/896.6 |
39.0/990.6 |
Legroom |
26.8/680.7 |
26.8/680.7 |
Shoulder room |
55.8/1417.3 |
43.5/1104.9 |
Hip room |
45.9/1165.8 |
43.7/1110.0 |
Capacities |
Passenger capacity |
4 |
4 |
Passenger volume (cu. ft./liters) |
81.9/2325.4 |
80.6/2288.5 |
Cargo volume (cu. ft./liters) |
12.9/366.3 |
7.6/215.8 |
Fuel tank capacity (gal/liters.— approx.) |
16.8/63.6 |
16.8/63.6 |
EPA interior index (cu. ft./liters) |
94.8/2691.6 |
88.2/2504.2 |
Curb weight (lbs./kg, est.) |
3306/1500(3439/1560 Z28) |
3500/1588 (3574/1622 Z28) |
Engine oil (quarts/liters) |
4.0/3.8 (3800 V6) |
6.0/5.7 (5.7 Liter LS1 V8) |
Engine coolant (quarts/liters) |
12.4/11.7 (3800 V6) |
13.58/12.85 (5.7 Liter LS1 V8) |
STEERING |
Type |
Power rack-and-pinion |
Ratio (overall) |
16.9:1 (14.4:1 Z28 & Y87 Performance Handling Package on Camaro Coupe models) |
Turns stop-to-stop |
2.67 (2.28 Z28 & Y87 Performance Handling Package on Camaro Coupe models) |
Turning diameter curb-to-curb (ft./m) |
40.8/12.4 (40.1/12.2 Z28) |
Turning diameter wall-to-wall (ft./m) |
42.6/13.0 (41.1/12.5 Z28) |
BRAKES |
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Camaro and Camaro Z28 |
Type |
4-wheel ABS, power
front/rear vented disc |
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U. S. STANDARD |
METRIC |
Gross lining, front/rear |
37.8/17.2 sq. in. |
243.9/111.2 sq. cm |
Effective area, front/rear |
40.7/17.2 sq. in. |
262.4/111.2 sq. cm |
Disc rotor outer working diameter,front/rear |
11.8/11.85 in. |
298.6/301.0mm |
Disc rotor thickness, front/rear |
1.27/1.02 in. |
32.2/26.0mm |
Total swept area, front/rear |
238.6/169.0 sq. in. |
1539.0/1094.0 sq. cm |
ENGINES |
|
L36 |
LS1 |
Type |
3800 V6 SFI |
5.7L V8 SFI |
Block |
Cast-iron |
Cast-aluminum "Deep skirt" |
Cylinder head |
Cast-iron |
Cast-aluminum |
Hydraulic lifters |
Yes/roller |
Yes/roller |
Bore & Stroke |
(in.) |
3.80 x 3.40 |
3.90 x 3.62 |
(mm) |
96.5 x 86.36 |
99.0 x 92.0 |
Cam drive |
Chain |
Chain |
Redline (RPM) |
6000 |
6000 |
Displacement (liters/CID) |
3.8/231 |
5.7/346 |
Compression ratio |
9.4:1 |
10.1:1 |
Fuel induction |
SFI |
SFI |
Horsepower/kW @ engine RPM |
200 @ 5200/149 kW @ 5200 |
305 @ 5200/228 kW @ 5200
320 @5200/239 kW @ 5200 (SS) |
Torque/N-m (lb.-ft. @ engine RPM) |
225 @ 4000/305 N-m @ 4000 |
335 @ 4000/454 N-m @ 4000
345 @ 4400/468 N-m @ 4400 (SS) |
Exhaust system |
Stainless-steel |
Stainless-steel |
Tailpipe(s) |
Single (Dual w/Y87) |
Dual/Dual 2 3/4" (SS) |
Ignition system |
Direct ignition |
Coil near plug |
Delcotron alternator rating (amps) |
105 |
102 |
Battery (SAE capacity rating, cca) |
690 |
525 |
Recommended fuel (unleaded) |
87 octane |
91 octane (87 acceptable) |
TRANSMISSIONS |
Models |
Std. Camaro |
Opt. Camaro Z28 |
Opt. Camaro and Std. Camaro Z28 |
Transmission |
5-speed manual |
6-speed manual |
4-speed elect. automatic |
Layout |
RWD longitudinal |
RWD longitudinal |
RWD longitudinal |
Gear ratios: |
1st |
3.75 |
2.66 |
3.06 |
2nd |
2.19 |
1.78 |
1.63 |
3rd |
1.41 |
1.30 |
1.00 |
4th |
1.00 |
1.00 |
0.70 |
5th |
0.72 |
0.74 |
— |
6th |
— |
0.50 |
— |
Reverse |
3.53 |
2.90 |
2.29 |
Final drive ratios |
3.23 |
3.42 |
3.08 (2.73 Z28)* |
*3.42 with optional (Y87) Performance Handling Package for Camaro; 3.23 on Z28 with optional (GU5) Performance Axle. |
CHASSIS |
Chassis |
Structure/frame |
Unitized/full integral body frame |
Body material |
Steel and reinforced plastic |
Suspension — front |
Type |
Independent with coil spring, SLA (w/coil over shock absorber) monotube, gas-charged de Carbon shock absorbers (Koni shock absorbers with 1LE Performance Package) |
Stabilizer bar design/diameter (mm) |
Link/28 (30 with Z28, and 32 with 1LE Performance Package) |
Suspension — rear |
Type |
Salisbury axle with torque arm, trailing arm, track bar, coil springs, monotube, gas-charged de Carbon shock absorbers (Koni shock absorbers with 1LE Performance Package) |
Stabilizer bar design/diameter (mm) |
Link/15 (19 with Z28 and 1LE Performance Package) |
MILEAGE/PERFORMANCE* |
Powertrain |
3800 V6 SFI
w/5-Spd. Man. |
3800 V6 SFI
w/4-Spd. Elec. Auto. |
5.7L V8 LS1 SFI
w/6-Spd. Man. |
5.7L V8 LS1 SFI
w/4-Spd. Elec. Auto |
Mileage: |
mpg |
liters/100km |
mpg |
liters/100km |
mpg |
liters/100km |
mpg |
liters/100km |
City |
19 |
12.4 |
19 |
12.4 |
19 |
12.4 |
17 |
13.8 |
Highway |
30 |
7.8 |
29 |
8.1 |
28 |
8.4 |
24 |
9.8 |
Est. cruising range |
mi. |
km |
mi. |
km |
mi. |
km |
mi. |
km |
City |
319 |
513 |
319 |
513 |
319 |
513 |
286 |
460 |
*Based on 1999 EPA estimates. |
TRAILERING INFORMATION |
Trailer classification |
Light |
Gross trailer weight (lbs./kg, up to) |
1000/454 |
Max tongue load (lbs./kg) |
100/46 |
WHEELS & TIRES |
Model |
Camaro |
Camaro Z28 |
Camaro Z28 with SS Package |
Wheel type/size |
Steel 16" x 8" |
Cast-aluminum 16" x 8" |
Cast-aluminum 17" x 9" |
Tire type |
Steel-belted radial touring |
Steel-belted radial touring |
Steel-belted radial performance |
Tire size |
P215/60R-16 |
P235/55R-16 |
P275/40ZR-17 |
Spare size |
16" Compact |
16" Compact |
16" Compact |
All specifications are preliminary and subject to change. Chevrolet Motor Division, June 1999. |
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