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Chevrolet Customer Svc · 02-25-2011, 10:12 AM

Hello everyone. It's good to see all the spirited discussions about our newest offering for the Camaro. Unfortunately there I do not have a lot of information on the vehicle or even the possibility of new products (the Z28). When I do get some more information (pricing, options and finalized specs) I will make sure to let all of you know. I hope that all of you are as impressed with the vehicle as I am. Thank you for your time.

Jeff Morris, Chevrolet Customer Service

gatorblue camaro · 02-25-2011, 02:41 PM

car and driver states an april 2012 model currently dubed "track pack" could be named z/28 and possibly get the 7.0 liter. That would keep it with the classic style since z/28 was more handling than straight line balls out power like the zl1 is. This info was in the latest edition of Car and Driver

2cnd chance · 02-26-2011, 03:36 PM

if a Z28 with an LS7 comes out next year (I'll buy one) there's gonna be a lot of crying! (by most SS buyers, but probably not the ZL1 crowd)

King Nothing · 03-11-2011, 02:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2cnd chance

if a Z28 with an LS7 comes out next year (I'll buy one) there's gonna be a lot of crying! (by most SS buyers, but probably not the ZL1 crowd)

if that does happen i might be inclined to buy that instead of a SS or maybe talk to a dealership to see if they're goin to do anything with the Z28

SQUALO · 03-11-2011, 05:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Senojelyk

Question for those of you with more knowledge of what GM could/would do:

So.. I am thinking I can't afford the ZL1 when it comes out or probably for a few years after, and I kinda want something a little better then an SS. If they do the Z28 do you guys think it'll be the middle ground between the two?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dragoneye

If they do a Z28...I've got money on it being a direct competitor to the Boss Mustang...a stripped, track/handling car with marginal power increases. An unbelievable racer...with compromises to get there...like the original Z28.

Quote:

Originally Posted by OldJedi

For those of you that chose not to buy a ZL1 (1 year away) and wait for a Z28 (2 years away) what happens if it is a lighter car but has a less horsepower engine (example: 510 HP DI engine vs the 556HP LSA engine)?

I will still buy one.

2cnd chance · 03-12-2011, 02:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OldJedi

For those of you that chose not to buy a ZL1 (1 year away) and wait for a Z28 (2 years away) what happens if it is a lighter car but has a less horsepower engine (example: 510 HP DI engine vs the 556HP LSA engine)?

A track car is not just about HP it's about finesse. 1/4 mile guys are all about HP, not us canyon/hill carvers. It's the whole package!

LOCKENESS-MONSTA · 03-12-2011, 05:55 PM

when my dad was at the dealer putting a down payment on the 2011 indy pace car camaro convertable he asked about the zl1 and the guy said they already have around 8 people are already lined up for a zl1 if they even get that many but they are smoking i would love to get my hands on one. plus in about 10 and so years that car will already be worth more then they bought it for.

2010SLVRBULIT · 03-12-2011, 07:52 PM

yeah, too much speculation on a 'z28', that GM doesn't want to dilute the release of the ZL1. I'd say 6 months post ZL1 release(per their 'plan')...

O44DOG · 03-13-2011, 11:57 PM

Man just let the Z28 fantasy go. It's not worth it. It does not matter what they call it: ZL1, SS, Z28, IROC, etc. someone is going to complain.

DZ28 · 03-14-2011, 08:22 AM

I think the 7.0L is a real possibility; might as well build cars like this until you can't after 2015 CAFE requirements kill most of the fun cars with V8's...

2cnd chance · 03-15-2011, 04:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DZ28

I think the 7.0L is a real possibility; might as well build cars like this until you can't after 2015 CAFE requirements kill most of the fun cars with V8's...

AMEN

2010SSRSM6 · 03-15-2011, 05:40 PM

I've had my SS for almost two years, and would be interested in seeing same day track results with the SS and ZL1 going heads up on the drag strip and a road course.

The ZL1 has enough creature comforts and all out power to entice a lot of the SS crowd out of their "aging" cars and into a new one. Anyone on the fence with an SS that has been waiting for the warranty to expire before adding a blower/turbo will be running for the dealerships or running for the tuners just as soon as the pricing is released.

StangKiller-SS · 03-16-2011, 08:37 PM

All I know is that I bet the 5th gen would create the baddest Z28 anyone's ever seen from the factory.

ravensjeff · 03-17-2011, 09:13 PM

There are already alot of SS models that are faster then the proposed ZL1.

02-25-2011, 02:41 PM	#16
gatorblue camaro Drives: 10 2ss/rs abm camaro Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: jacksonville beach, Fl Posts: 30	car and driver states an april 2012 model currently dubed "track pack" could be named z/28 and possibly get the 7.0 liter. That would keep it with the classic style since z/28 was more handling than straight line balls out power like the zl1 is. This info was in the latest edition of Car and Driver __________________

03-12-2011, 05:55 PM	#21
LOCKENESS-MONSTA Drives: Like a pro Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Chandler, AZ Posts: 132	when my dad was at the dealer putting a down payment on the 2011 indy pace car camaro convertable he asked about the zl1 and the guy said they already have around 8 people are already lined up for a zl1 if they even get that many but they are smoking i would love to get my hands on one. plus in about 10 and so years that car will already be worth more then they bought it for. __________________ now you see me now u dont :party0038::fighting0040:

03-14-2011, 08:22 AM	#24
DZ28 Drives: IBM 2SS Camaro RS M6 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Milford, MI Posts: 842	I think the 7.0L is a real possibility; might as well build cars like this until you can't after 2015 CAFE requirements kill most of the fun cars with V8's... __________________ ** SOLD ** IBM 2SSRS Camaro M6 w/beige leather, and sunroof... \LSR CAI, Pfadt sways, Eibach coilovers, Kooks 1-7/8's headers & hiflow cats, VMS 2.5 Cam kit, VMAX throttle body, JL Audio XD400/4, JL Audio door speakers, MGW shifter, IBM painted heritage grill, Sparks emblems, TechAFX heater bypass, FAST LSXr, BMR sub-frame connectors/Tunnel brace, DSS 1000 axles...

03-15-2011, 05:40 PM	#26
2010SSRSM6 SoCal C5 Family Member Drives: My wife crazy with my C5 usage. Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 6,541 View My Garage	I've had my SS for almost two years, and would be interested in seeing same day track results with the SS and ZL1 going heads up on the drag strip and a road course. The ZL1 has enough creature comforts and all out power to entice a lot of the SS crowd out of their "aging" cars and into a new one. Anyone on the fence with an SS that has been waiting for the warranty to expire before adding a blower/turbo will be running for the dealerships or running for the tuners just as soon as the pricing is released. __________________ UNDER CONSTRUCTION. ETA 2017 ish...

03-17-2011, 09:13 PM	#28
ravensjeff 100% Chevy & Harley Man Drives: 2010 2SS: Blown LSX 376-B15 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Eldersburg,MD Posts: 2,211 View My Garage	There are already alot of SS models that are faster then the proposed ZL1. __________________ LSX 376-B15, TVS2300 SC, Harland Sharp Rockers w/ Trunion Bearings, ATI Balancer/keyed, AR LT Headers/Borla Catback Exhaust, DSS 1400 HP Axles, DSS aluminum driveshaft, 3.70, Hotchkis Springs/Sway bars, Forgeline SO3P Aluminum Wheels (20x9.5 F/20x11 R)w/ Hidden Titanium Hardware, Nitto NT05 Tires (27540ZR20 F/31535ZR20 R), Billet LPE brake/gas pedals, Escort 9500ci Radar Detector Laser Jammer, Roto Fab CAI with Ice Silver box, Carbon fiber tube/MAF Housing Assy, LPE Aluminum coil covers, SS9 Sleeper Fiber Glass Hood (ACS), Carbotech 1521 ceramic brake pads, Elite catch can. Last edited by ravensjeff; 03-17-2011 at 09:40 PM.

02-25-2011, 10:12 AM	#15
Chevrolet Customer Svc Drives: GM Vehicles Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 9,329	Hello everyone. It's good to see all the spirited discussions about our newest offering for the Camaro. Unfortunately there I do not have a lot of information on the vehicle or even the possibility of new products (the Z28). When I do get some more information (pricing, options and finalized specs) I will make sure to let all of you know. I hope that all of you are as impressed with the vehicle as I am. Thank you for your time. Jeff Morris, Chevrolet Customer Service

02-26-2011, 03:36 PM	#17
2cnd chance Too Many Great Choices Drives: Grand Sport/Z07 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: A Mountain Road Posts: 7,244	if a Z28 with an LS7 comes out next year (I'll buy one) there's gonna be a lot of crying! (by most SS buyers, but probably not the ZL1 crowd)

03-12-2011, 07:52 PM	#22
2010SLVRBULIT Drives: G5(LLT) & C6(LS3) Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: MARS Posts: 7,514 View My Garage	yeah, too much speculation on a 'z28', that GM doesn't want to dilute the release of the ZL1. I'd say 6 months post ZL1 release(per their 'plan')...

03-13-2011, 11:57 PM	#23
O44DOG Drives: 2010 SS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: BEAUMONT, TX Posts: 98	Man just let the Z28 fantasy go. It's not worth it. It does not matter what they call it: ZL1, SS, Z28, IROC, etc. someone is going to complain.

03-16-2011, 08:37 PM	#27
StangKiller-SS Drives: GM products Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: USA Posts: 1,622	All I know is that I bet the 5th gen would create the baddest Z28 anyone's ever seen from the factory.

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