The chevrolet camaro is a midsize american automobile manufactured by chevrolet. The secret history of chevrolet motor trend motortrend. In the book the complete book of camaro, it states that mr. Rollett found the word camaro in the frenchenglish. The term camaro, according to a history book on the car, comes from the french word camarade, meaning friend, pal or comrade. For example, the book states that the 1970 model camaro was a continuation of the 69 body style, and the 2nd generation car is technically a 70 12 model. With the largest selection of cars from dealers and private sellers, autotrader can help find the perfect camaro for you. As if to remind people of its rich heritage, the fifthgen body and profile harkened back to the early days of the camaro.
The 2017 chevrolet camaro sports clean, tight lines to go with its tidy dimensions, owing a little to the classic 1969 model, but really more of an update to the previousgeneration camaro. Ls was designed to introduce the camaro lineup with just the right amount of nimble power featuring 275hp from the standard 2. Batey is executive vice president and president, general motors north america. Learn about the heritage upon which this new model is based with the complete history of the chevrolet camaro. Chevrolet infotainment system functionality varies by model. Edsalls motorbooks titles include camaro 2016, corvette stingray, and chevrolet volt. The chevrolet camaro carries on a long tradition of offering worldclass horsepower and performance in a car the average american can easily afford. Thusly, the gm brass unveiled the chevrolet camaro to the world, kickstarting one of the longestrunning rivalries in the automotive world. There is an overview of nearly every important camaro model since 1967a tall. The complete book of chevrolet camaro, 2nd edition continues the story of americas premier performance car.
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The complete book of chevrolet camaro, 2nd edition covers the entire production history of chevrolet s iconic muscle car, from the original concept car codenamed panther to the latest and greatest sixthgeneration vehicle. An illustrated history of the first camaro the truth. However, because this book was written before so much exhaustive research was done into the history of the camaro small errors are present. Built for drag racing, sixtynine specialedition camaros featured 427 in 3 v8 engines, rated at up. The complete book of chevrolet camaro, 2nd edition by david.
The complete book of camaro showcases every model since 1967 with photos, text, and technical specifications. It was longer, lower, and wider than the first generation camaro. Because individual vehicle condition varies greatly, users of. Read on to learn all the secrets behind the history of chevrolet brought to you by the automotive experts at motor trend. The complete history of the chevrolet camaro complex. Learn the history of the chevrolet camaro the drive. The chevrolet camaro is a midsize american automobile manufactured by chevrolet, classified as a pony car and some versions also as a muscle car. Vintage exhaust for 1969 chevrolet camaro for sale ebay. Produced in sport coupe and convertible styles, camaro offered an extensive menu of optional performance, appearance and comfortconvenience much to the delight of enthusiasts, then and now. The firstgeneration camaro was released in 1967 and was available with multiple engine choices including a 6. The firstgeneration camaro, from 1967 to 1969, started with a bang, just the right timing to introduce a new american muscle car, offering a number of engine options, ranging from the 140 hp 220 lbft straightsix to the 375 hp 396 in 3 big block v8. For anyone interested in learning about the history of the chevrolet camaro, this is the book for you. Its a well known fact that gm didnt approve production for what eventually became the camaro until six months after the mustang was released, by which time it had already sold over 100k units.
He also serves as global chevrolet brand chief and is a member of the boards of both gm chinas joint venture shanghai general motors co. The complete book of chevrolet camaro deans garage. It did that with the creation of the 1967 z28 powered by the 290hp dz302 4. The complete book of chevrolet camaro, 2nd edition covers the entire production history of chevrolets iconic muscle car, from the original. Even so, it was an excellent idea and continues to be a popular vehicle. The complete book of camaro covers the entire production history of chevrolets iconic pony car, from the original concept car, codenamed panther, to the latest. The complete book of camaro covers the entire production history of chevrolets iconic pony car, from the original concept car, codenamed panther, to the latest and greatest fifthgeneration sensation. The car shared its platform and major components with the pontiac firebird, also introduced for 1967. The chevrolet camaro returned in 2010 after being out of production for eight years. The complete book of camaro showcases in photos, text, and technical specifications every model since 1967. Exhaust manifolds bb 6770 camaro gm license 6870 chevelle nova big block smog fits. Defined as a pony car, the camaro had long represented affordable sport performance in the chevrolet lineup. Its a long history that started before it went on sale on september 29, 1966, for the 1967.
Chevy muscle car aficionado and author matt avery retraces the history of the copo program and the creation of these premier muscle cars with this 204page 10 x 10 hardback guide. The complete book of chevrolet camaro, 2nd edition includes all. Chevrolet camaro history the chevy camaro has been around since 1966, when chevy introduced the 67 camaro to compete with the ford mustang. It went on sale on september 29, 1966, for the 1967 model year and was designed as a competing model to the ford mustang.
Have peace of mind that you and your vehicle are safe on the road. The definitive 1969 camaro z28 and ss396 fact book, jerry macneish part number. The secondgeneration chevrolet camaro was produced by chevrolet from 1970 through the 1981 model years. Chevrolet was determined to establish highperformance credentials for the camaro. History of the 19671969 chevrolet camaro the 1967 camaro was chevrolets impressive, if belated, response to the ford mustang. Chasing down the history of gms legendary pony car. The introduction of the gen 6 camaro is the perfect time to take a look back at camaros of the past. Cost to own data is not currently available for the 2002 chevrolet camarov86 spd. A comprehensive service history allows you to get the most out of your vehicle while youre driving it and at resale.
The camaro was not original, as nearly any auto enthusiast will admit it stole plenty of inspiration from the ford mustang. The history and evolution of the chevy camaro garrett parker 4 years ago the chevrolet camaro, manufactured by chevrolet, was hardly a new idea. The evolution of the chevrolet camaro in 5 minutes from. History of the 19701981 chevrolet camaro the very sleek secondgeneration camaro, introduced in february 1970, was built only as a coupe. Chevrolet camaro camaro history new camaros and used. That doesnt mean that chevy hadnt given the idea some thought over the years. Also mentions historical perspective such as the mustang responce which created the car, to the demise of the charger, javelin, and the camaro s relation to the pontiac firebird. History of the chevrolet camaro nalley chevy dealership. In its first year, the chevrolet camaro secured a role as the official pace car of the 1967 indy 500. Chevrolet chevy camaro from challenger to champion the complete history hc book. See 2020 chevrolet camaro interior features, options, comfort rating and interior photos. The history of the chevrolet camaro, from 1967 to today.