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z28camaro2471 · 06-16-2008, 07:22 PM

We will all know in 94 days or so.

lafountain · 06-16-2008, 07:31 PM

From a review of the Cadillac CTS with a 3.6DI Engine.

EPA fuel-economy estimates: 17 mpg city, 26 highway; 87 octane recommended

Jiu Jitsu Jon · 06-16-2008, 07:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DGthe3

The most reliable info is that there will be a V6, 2 V8's, one will have a supercharger, one will be called SS. There will likely be an RS.

Nothing is known for sure about the existance of a Z28 or ZL1.

I'm thinking that the lineup will be as follows
$22 000 280 hp DI V6
$28 500 380 hp 6.0L (L76 variant) Z28
$42 000 525 hp 6.2L (LSA variant) SS

RS would be an optional appearance package for all. In my dreams I wish for a special lightweight ZL1 with an LS7, but that will not happen since the LS7 is on its way out.

Honestly I can't see the base V8 having less than 400 hp. The '05 and '06 Goats had that much power and I can't see GM making a newer Camaro with less power. And yes, they were more expensive at the time but that was b/c of dealers' greed.

brantley847 · 06-16-2008, 09:43 PM

I was thinking along the lines that there would be the LS/LT ..who knows if it is 2 V6s, or one V6 and a 4 banger...

MY personal thought (after seeing the accessories photos) was that the RS would be the bare base V8, the SS being a step up as far as trim, performance and "toys" (much like having a stang GT and premium GT) and the Z/28 being the GT500killer....essentially that would make 3 trims for V8, but is that really to crazy?

*Mr. Wyndham* · 06-16-2008, 10:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by garfin

The 3.6 DI in the STS/CTS is designed to run on regular unleaded...
(from GM's website)
http://www.gm.com/explore/fuel_econo...est_121407.jsp

Where we are, regular unleaded = 87 octane.

Best regardSS,

Elie

Ooops. Darnit, that's what I get when I type too fast; make mistakes.

Thanks for correcting me, Eile......grumblegrumblestupidoctaneratings....

chadrcr · 06-17-2008, 12:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Congoman775

the V6 may require premium... my girlfriend has a 350Z which takes 93 (premium) and its a killer.

but to be honest, id rather own a Z28 so id rather that be the base V8. Thats all im going to be able to afford going into college this fall.

Quote:

Originally Posted by COPO_Chevy

Hm well i hope it breaks down alittle like this:

RS: for the v6's and optional w/v8's
Z28: for the base V8
SS: topdog v8

Now, for the Z it should have the handling department, so running around a track it could keep up to the SS and/or surpas it, and have the SS as a straightline terror but with handling in mind.

If GM is going to have a 4cyl. engine i think the LT stuff should be put on that.

Again, JMO.

Supermans · 06-17-2008, 12:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moose

I'm guessing;

LS/LT - V6 models
SS - V8
Z28 - High-Performance V8

And I hope you are right. I would rather see SS on my V8 than Z28..

BTW, where did the name Z28 come from? And if you know that, where did they get Z06?

odie23 · 06-17-2008, 02:07 PM

At one time SS cars had the hardware to back up the designation (engineered controlled), then turned into appearance packages (bean-counter controlled), and now is suppose to again have the hardware to back up the designation (engineered controlled?).

The Ford Mustang is offered to the masses with 2 V6s & 2 V8s. Then the collectors/well heeled get the Shelby GT500 & Bullet models. Then Saleen, Gurney, and quite a few others offer their Mustang versions.

Dodge offers the Challenger with 1 V6, and 2 V8s, and already there is a blown SRT being offered by some aftermarket company.

So couldn’t Chevy conceivable offer the SS designation in 6, 8, or even a turbo/blown 4 cylinder? Unfortunately enthusiasts don’t get to control the models, but we do get to go along for the ride

. Me, I want a convertible RS/SS (with hidden headlights), but if it pushes 35K, it’s probably not happening

. I wouldn’t doubt the Z28 moniker goes upscale. Want a Trans-Am clone, hey Burt Reynolds get on it!

*Mr. Wyndham* · 06-17-2008, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by odie23

The Ford Mustang is offered to the masses with 2 V6s & 2 V8s.

It is?

Grape Ape · 06-17-2008, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by odie23

At one time SS cars had the hardware to back up the designation (engineered controlled), then turned into appearance packages (bean-counter controlled), and now is suppose to again have the hardware to back up the designation (engineered controlled?).

The Ford Mustang is offered to the masses with 2 V6s & 2 V8s. Then the collectors/well heeled get the Shelby GT500 & Bullet models. Then Saleen, Gurney, and quite a few others offer their Mustang versions.

I thought there was 1 V6 in 2-3 trim levels.

Quote:

Originally Posted by odie23

Dodge offers the Challenger with 1 V6, and 2 V8s, and already there is a blown SRT being offered by some aftermarket company.

So couldn’t Chevy conceivable offer the SS designation in 6, 8, or even a turbo/blown 4 cylinder? Unfortunately enthusiasts don’t get to control the models, but we do get to go along for the ride

. Me, I want a convertible RS/SS (with hidden headlights), but if it pushes 35K, it’s probably not happening

. I wouldn’t doubt the Z28 moniker goes upscale. Want a Trans-Am clone, hey Burt Reynolds get on it!

I would argue that Scott (Fbodfather) is an enthusiast and I think he is going to make the final call on the badges. I am quite certain that the SS & Z-28 will be V8s (or better yet one could be a tt V6 with around 400hp).

*DGthe3* · 06-18-2008, 01:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dragoneye

It is?

There is 1 v6, several models (vert, permium, etc). There is supposed to be a twin turbo V6 comming in the not too distant future, but I don't think thats what hes talking about.

odie23 · 06-18-2008, 07:45 AM

Sorry folks, I rechecked the Ford site, looks like one 4.0L V6, and three V8s. Breakdown as follows:
4.0 L V6
SOHC 4.6L, V8
SOHC 4.6L , V8 with Ford Racing Power Upgrade Package
5.4L 32V, V8.

*radz28* · 06-18-2008, 10:06 AM

The Ford Racing Power Upgrade is available through the factory, or is it a dealer add-on? It's just me, but I don't really feel that a dealer add-on is factory, perse.

chadrcr · 06-18-2008, 10:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dragoneye

It is?

I believe he may be thinking of the TWO packages (deluxe/premium) that each V6 and V8 are offered with.......

Quote:

Originally Posted by Supermans

And I hope you are right. I would rather see SS on my V8 than Z28..

BTW, where did the name Z28 come from? And if you know that, where did they get Z06?

Z/28 Originally was only a code which identified a performance handling package, which consisted of a 302 -5.0 liter engine AND suspension upgrades....basic answer, for more details ...... ask

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odie23 Drives: Jeep Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 123	At one time SS cars had the hardware to back up the designation (engineered controlled), then turned into appearance packages (bean-counter controlled), and now is suppose to again have the hardware to back up the designation (engineered controlled?). The Ford Mustang is offered to the masses with 2 V6s & 2 V8s. Then the collectors/well heeled get the Shelby GT500 & Bullet models. Then Saleen, Gurney, and quite a few others offer their Mustang versions. Dodge offers the Challenger with 1 V6, and 2 V8s, and already there is a blown SRT being offered by some aftermarket company. So couldn’t Chevy conceivable offer the SS designation in 6, 8, or even a turbo/blown 4 cylinder? Unfortunately enthusiasts don’t get to control the models, but we do get to go along for the ride . Me, I want a convertible RS/SS (with hidden headlights), but if it pushes 35K, it’s probably not happening . I wouldn’t doubt the Z28 moniker goes upscale. Want a Trans-Am clone, hey Burt Reynolds get on it!

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