The ZL1 Joins The Dark Side: ZL1 Carbon

[Apex Motorsports]

The ZL1 Joins The Dark Side: ZL1 Carbon

Added Nov 14, 2011, Under: Camaro

Everyone knew is was only a matter of time before the Camaro ZL1 embraced it’s inner villain and at SEMA 2011 we were introduced to the mean and menacing ZL1 Carbon. The team at GM took a standard ZL1, including it’s 6.2L LSA cranking out a monsterous 580 hp and 556 lb/ft of torque and it’s mind blowing Magnetic Ride Control system, and made it’s appearance match it’s extreme performance capabilities.



What separates this Ashen Gray ZL1 from it’s more conservative brothren is a variety of carbon fiber goodies including an exposed-weave carbon fiber “Mohawk” hood insert, a carbon fiber rear spoiler with stainless-steel wicker bill, and carbon fiber inserts on the interior door and instrument panel. A set of lightweight 20″ Satin Black wheels with machined faces and Brembo brakes complete the exterior transformation. Inside things are equally as sinister with a Jet Black leather interior with suede microfiber seat inserts that are set off by Torch Red stitching, a suede-trimmed flat-bottom steering wheel, short-throw shifter topped with a carbon fiber-trimmed shift knob, and ZL1 pedals.

[VenomInside]

DAMN! Nice!

[Uneducated Guess]

the only thing that's really different is the extra little bit of carbon fiber on the interior and the spoiler. it does look really good though

oh yeah....and the rims.

[mlee]

Done deal... that's my color... Thanks Chase..


....for now...

[bowtiefamily]

I really like the rims! Wish they would release it now.

[Apex Motorsports]

It is one sweet car. I was so drawn to it I walked right into that first photo!

[mlee]

It looks like AGM still has blue flakes like CGM.

[Mr. Wyndham]

Originally Posted by mlee

Done deal... that's my color... Thanks Chase..


....for now...

You know I really like this color? ...I just worry there's not enough contrast between the gray/black aero pieces and the gray paint...what do you think?

[Uneducated Guess]

Originally Posted by mlee

It looks like AGM still has blue flakes like CGM.

This color is amazing. I'm so glad I picked it. I originally was going to get black on black but a friend convinced me to pick AGM. I'm glad he did.

[Uneducated Guess]

Originally Posted by Dragoneye

You know I really like this color? ...I just worry there's not enough contrast between the gray/black aero pieces and the gray paint...what do you think?

I think it's just the lighting.

[cybercoaster]

Originally Posted by mlee

It looks like AGM still has blue flakes like CGM.

Thats what it looks like to me too, I am glad its still close to CGM. I thought it was supposed to be more gold flake or something.

Thanks for the up close pix of the paint!! I feel much better about my color choice now.

[Harley1]

So .......when will this be released?

[Shurenuff]

Originally Posted by mlee

It looks like AGM still has blue flakes like CGM.

and purple and green and gold!

Maybe the flake turns different color at certain angles?

[Shurenuff]

Originally Posted by mlee

Done deal... that's my color... Thanks Chase..


....for now...

This color makes the ZL1 look like a weapon. I can tell already that I like it a bit better than CGM, it looks deeper and richer.

I'm still not 100% sold on the exposed carbon fiber insert with this color, even though it's probably what I'll end up ordering. I just think think since I'm definitely going with the black 10 spoke wheels, the black insert would match better and give a more mean, all business look. The exposed insert is more flashy but blends in with the color a bit. Either way, you really can't lose.

Thanks for the awesome pics Apex!