The Chevrolet Camaro has been one of GM’s most anticipated new models, and has already seen tremendous success. Outselling the 2010 Ford Mustang has helped give GM and Chevrolet some positive news following bankruptcy restructuring. But with financial troubles still lingering, other Camaro models, including the Convertible and Z28, have been repeatedly taken off the table. But just as the Z28 appeared to be doomed, plans have apparently changed.
According to sources inside General Motors, the Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is on the table again and is poised for production. The news will certainly be welcomed by Camaro enthusiasts, but powertrain calibration and development is still needed which Virginia Chevrolet dealers predict could hold up production for about one year.
Although details of the new Chevrolet Camaro Z28 are not ready to be released, it will likely feature a distinctive body kit, new hood, spoiler, and of course different wheels. Underneath the restyled hood will reside the supercharged 6.2-liter LSA V8 that currently powers the Cadillac CTS-V says New Jersey Cadillac. Mated to either a six speed manual transmission or available automatic, Chevrolet Trenton expects upwards of 556 horsepower and 0-60 mph times of around 4 seconds.
If the Chevrolet Camaro Z28 does actually reach production, its performance will be staggering thanks to its powerful supercharged engine and its relatively new and light weight Zeta chassis. According to Tysons Corner Chevrolet dealers, a high-performance Camaro powered by a high-output V6 is also rumored to be in the works. Although these models are likely to be stellar performers that will give the competition a run for their money, don’t expect to see either anytime soon.
While all automakers must adhere to impending fleet-wide federal fuel economy requirements, there is still hope for the future of the Z28. Saginaw Chevrolet dealers recognize that the latest cars coming down the pipeline at GM will feature the most fuel efficiency engines that the automaker has ever produced, helping to offset potential fuel mileage of the powerful Z28.
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