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zebra · 05-05-2009, 07:34 PM

i had to explain to some old codger why they weren't making a z/28 right now and why he wasn't going to order one yet. he was still adamant on getting one because he bought a 69 z/28 when he got back from Nam, so he wanted a 2010 z/28

camero · 05-05-2009, 08:54 PM

We wanted to make the Z28 and had it all done just like the car mags said. It's amazing but probably WAY too fast if you get real. It looked great but I guess we don't have the money to make it, and we can't afford to be pushing gas-guzzlers these days. So sad. As someone above said we can definitely be happy with what we did get though. Enjoy!

wildpaws · 05-05-2009, 08:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blacksupersport

I think GM should of brought the line up back the way it has always been. my Z/28 has the upgraded package aka as the SS model. the SS was always the top HP model and the Z was more of the handling package up until they GM brought it back than the SS was the higher HP model. i love all camaros they should just keep things the way they have always been. IMO

Perhaps you need to go back and read the Camaro history, actually, just reading all of the Z/28 threads should brush you up on the history as this topic has been covered hundreds of times within the threads. It is not just HP that denotes a difference, going back to the first gen. cars, the SS was the straight line HP king, the Z/28 was the all around road racer total performance package.
Clyde

Ject · 05-12-2009, 07:08 AM

I searched around but didn't find anything recent on it, just some stuff from 2-3 months ago.

Has there been any talk or any new news come out stating if they will build the Z28 or not & possibly when if they are?

Splitter · 05-12-2009, 07:10 AM

Indefinitely suspended currently, I'll try to look for a source.

I'd bet it will become a reality in 2-4 years.

Perfect timing for a graduation present to buy myself!

dayvedayve · 05-12-2009, 07:13 AM

Jay Leno said yes on his review. That means at least one will be made.

zebra · 05-12-2009, 07:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dayvedayve

Jay Leno said yes on his review. That means at least one will be made.

unfortunately, Jay Leno ain't part of the z28 development team

blaSSt · 05-12-2009, 07:21 AM

John Fitzpatrick was asked this week what has to happen to make the Z28 a reality. His response was "Buy lots of Camaros, Chevrolets, Buicks, GMCs, Cadillacs, etc. The Z28 is an important part of the Camaro branding and heritage and if it's done it must be done right."

Hylton · 05-12-2009, 07:33 AM

I think it will be a few years before we see that car come out. We'll be lucky if the current Camaro production is not affected by the upcoming bankruptcy. The decision is totally out of the Camaro Teams hands and gievn the current climate, focus will be spent on making the government and Pelosi happy.

nards444 · 05-12-2009, 08:09 AM

The Z wasnt original correct? I always thought the SS was top notch so I dont know why they would come out with a Z

zman302 · 05-12-2009, 08:35 AM

The Z28 started as an High Performance package, the RPO # was Z28. You could only order the package if you added disc brakes and 4spd transmission. This was offered starting in 67 so the Camaro could compete in SCCA. The engine limit was 305 cubic inch so Chevy came up with the 302. The SS was the top of the line trim package, but the Z28 was more of a Race car. The first year and a half Z cars didnt have badges, but the name stuck and somewhere mid 68 they started putting the Z badges on the front fender. In 69 they added badges to front and rear of the car too. My Z has Rally Sport Equipment and bears the Rally Sport Badges on the fenders behind the wheel, Z28 badges on front of fender, because the car is really a Rally Sport with the High Performance package. If Rally Sport was added to an SS, the SS was the higher Package and replaced all RS badges with SS ones. If they come out with a new Z28 they need to stick to what it was back in the first Gen, a bare bones race car that could be driven on the street. Gm has all the stuff to make a killer Z Car, they have the LS7 from the Z06. Add that, take away some of the toys that isnt needed and please lighten this beast up to take advantage of all that horsepower.

lakersftbl69 · 05-12-2009, 09:25 AM

i kinda hopes its within 5 years id like to b able to finish paying off the ss then b able to trade it in for the z28

CamaroScotty · 05-12-2009, 09:26 AM

hmmmmmmmmmmmm

Splitter · 05-12-2009, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by CamaroScotty

hmmmmmmmmmmmm

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05-12-2009, 07:08 AM	#1418
Ject aka Patrick Drives: '10 Camaro 2SS '04 Silverado Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Derby Kansas Posts: 3,072	Any News on Z28 possibilities? I searched around but didn't find anything recent on it, just some stuff from 2-3 months ago. Has there been any talk or any new news come out stating if they will build the Z28 or not & possibly when if they are? __________________ Current Modifications: Your average Bolt-ons & Suspension Upgrades GForce Engineering: 9" Rear End, Strange Pro Iron Case w/Moser Nodular 3.70:1 Detroit locker, 3.5" Solid Drive Shaft

05-12-2009, 07:21 AM	#1422
blaSSt Drives: 98 SS, 15 COPO, 09 ZR1 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 442 View My Garage	John Fitzpatrick was asked this week what has to happen to make the Z28 a reality. His response was "Buy lots of Camaros, Chevrolets, Buicks, GMCs, Cadillacs, etc. The Z28 is an important part of the Camaro branding and heritage and if it's done it must be done right." __________________ On the internet - Anything is possible, especially when you don't know what you are talking about.

05-12-2009, 07:33 AM	#1423
Hylton Drives: fanboys and ass kissers crazy. Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ottawa, Ontario Posts: 7,275	I think it will be a few years before we see that car come out. We'll be lucky if the current Camaro production is not affected by the upcoming bankruptcy. The decision is totally out of the Camaro Teams hands and gievn the current climate, focus will be spent on making the government and Pelosi happy. __________________ "BBOMG - More than just a car show.... It's an experience!"

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05-05-2009, 07:34 PM	#1415
zebra just can't seem to leave Drives: your mom wild!! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: cold & windy Posts: 10,625 View My Garage	i had to explain to some old codger why they weren't making a z/28 right now and why he wasn't going to order one yet. he was still adamant on getting one because he bought a 69 z/28 when he got back from Nam, so he wanted a 2010 z/28

05-05-2009, 08:54 PM	#1416
camero Drives: IOM V6 RS 38808 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: S.Detroit, Ontario Posts: 776	We wanted to make the Z28 and had it all done just like the car mags said. It's amazing but probably WAY too fast if you get real. It looked great but I guess we don't have the money to make it, and we can't afford to be pushing gas-guzzlers these days. So sad. As someone above said we can definitely be happy with what we did get though. Enjoy!

05-12-2009, 07:10 AM	#1419
Splitter Account Suspended Drives: '14 RRM 1LT/RS A6 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: MA Posts: 2,065	Indefinitely suspended currently, I'll try to look for a source. I'd bet it will become a reality in 2-4 years. Perfect timing for a graduation present to buy myself!

05-12-2009, 07:13 AM	#1420
dayvedayve Drives: 2006 Chevy Avalanche Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Gulf Coast of Texas Posts: 386	Jay Leno said yes on his review. That means at least one will be made.

05-12-2009, 08:09 AM	#1424
nards444 Drives: 1SS/RS Black Join Date: May 2009 Location: New york Posts: 2,123 View My Garage	The Z wasnt original correct? I always thought the SS was top notch so I dont know why they would come out with a Z

05-12-2009, 08:35 AM	#1425
zman302 DZ 302 4spd Drives: 1969 Z/28 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 131 View My Garage	The Z28 started as an High Performance package, the RPO # was Z28. You could only order the package if you added disc brakes and 4spd transmission. This was offered starting in 67 so the Camaro could compete in SCCA. The engine limit was 305 cubic inch so Chevy came up with the 302. The SS was the top of the line trim package, but the Z28 was more of a Race car. The first year and a half Z cars didnt have badges, but the name stuck and somewhere mid 68 they started putting the Z badges on the front fender. In 69 they added badges to front and rear of the car too. My Z has Rally Sport Equipment and bears the Rally Sport Badges on the fenders behind the wheel, Z28 badges on front of fender, because the car is really a Rally Sport with the High Performance package. If Rally Sport was added to an SS, the SS was the higher Package and replaced all RS badges with SS ones. If they come out with a new Z28 they need to stick to what it was back in the first Gen, a bare bones race car that could be driven on the street. Gm has all the stuff to make a killer Z Car, they have the LS7 from the Z06. Add that, take away some of the toys that isnt needed and please lighten this beast up to take advantage of all that horsepower.

05-12-2009, 09:25 AM	#1426
lakersftbl69 Drives: 2010 camaro ss Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: conway sc. Posts: 1,453 View My Garage	i kinda hopes its within 5 years id like to b able to finish paying off the ss then b able to trade it in for the z28

05-12-2009, 09:26 AM	#1427
CamaroScotty Account Suspended Drives: Your new SLP Camaro! Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Cedarburg, WI Posts: 6,790	hmmmmmmmmmmmm