Chevrolet Camaro 1967-1981 - Revision history

Yankee at 03:48, 21 January 2010

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2009-06-20T08:24:07Z

1980

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	===1980===		===1980===

	A few changes for the 1980 model, at the low end was the 250 I6 being dropped in favor of a new 110 hp 3.8L (229 cid) V6 (the Buick 231 V6 was standard on California models). A forgettable 120 hp 4.4L (267 cid) V8 became available on all versions except the Z28. The 305 now had a 4 bbl carburetor, and the 350 got an hp increase to 190, but it was reserved for the Z28 only this year. As an unfortunate sign of things to come, all speedometers now read a depressing 85 MPH. Z28s got a new unique horizontally-louvered grille, revised decal graphics and a new 5-spoke aluminum rim design (which would later be used on the 1986-88 [[Chevrolet Monte Carlo\|Monte Carlo]] SS), but the older body-color 5-spoke was still available. The front fender vents were no longer louvered, they were now flat. Base, RS and Berlinetta otherwise continued and also got new grilles. F-body sales took a nasty nosedive this year, selling nearly half of what they did just the year prior. Another middle east oil embargo resulting in spiking gas prices were surely to blame, but the Camaro was also in its ''eleventh'' year without a whole lot of change, and was quickly becoming a shadow of its former self and an old-fashioned gas-guzzler in much of the public's eyes.		A few changes for the 1980 model, at the low end was the 250 I6 being dropped in favor of a new 110 hp 3.8L (229 cid) V6 (the Buick 231 V6 was standard on California models). A forgettable 120 hp 4.4L (267 cid) V8 became available on all versions except the Z28. The 305 now had a 4 bbl carburetor, and the 350 got an hp increase to 190, but it was reserved for the Z28 only this year. As an unfortunate sign of things to come, all speedometers now read a depressing 85 MPH. Z28s got a new unique horizontally-louvered grille, revised decal graphics and a new 5-spoke aluminum rim design (which would later be used on the 1986-88 [[Chevrolet Monte Carlo\|Monte Carlo]] SS), but the older body-color 5-spoke was still available. The front fender vents were no longer louvered, they were now flat. Base, RS and Berlinetta otherwise continued and also got new grilles. F-body sales took a nasty nosedive this year, selling nearly half of what they did just the year prior. Another middle east oil embargo resulting in spiking gas prices were surely to blame, but the Camaro was also in its ''eleventh'' year without a whole lot of change, and was quickly becoming a shadow of its former self and an old-fashioned gas-guzzler in much of the public's eyes.As a special note.1980 also had funtional air induction with a trap door located in the hood scoop.

	===1981===		===1981===

Yankee: /* 1971 */

2009-04-24T19:27:22Z

1971

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	===1971===		===1971===

	Not a whole lot of changes in store for 1971. High-back bucket seats replaced the lower-back seats with adjustable headrests, and the Z/28 would now share the larger 3-piece spoiler with the other Camaro models, losing its unique low-style one piece unit. The LT-1 350 unfortunately suffered a 30 hp drop to 330 hp (an unfortunate sign of things to come), but other engines would continue as before with subsequent drops as well, due to lower compression ratios. Even though Pontiac would now have its big-inch 455 V8 in its Trans Am this year, Chevrolet resisted the urge to put its big-block [[454]] V8 in the Z28 or SS - it was still reserved only for the Corvette and [[Chevrolet Chevelle\|Chevelle]] SS.		Not a whole lot of changes in store for 1971. High-back bucket seats replaced the lower-back seats with adjustable headrests, and the Z/28 would now share the larger 3-piece spoiler with the other Camaro models, losing its unique low-style one piece unit. The LT-1 350 unfortunately suffered a 30 hp drop to 330 hp (an unfortunate sign of things to come), but other engines would continue as before with subsequent drops as well, due to lower compression ratios. The front side-marker lights now flashed in unison with the turn signals. Even though Pontiac would now have its big-inch 455 V8 in its Trans Am this year, Chevrolet resisted the urge to put its big-block [[454]] V8 in the Z28 or SS - it was still reserved only for the Corvette and [[Chevrolet Chevelle\|Chevelle]] SS.

	===1972===		===1972===

Red marquis: /* First Generation */

2008-10-13T06:01:32Z

First Generation

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	The Camaro once again paced the Indianapolis 500, so a Pace Car was naturally offered again, which was white - but this time, however, instead of a blue interior, this one had an orange "houndstooth" interior and dual orange hood and decklid stripes. The Pace Car was based on the RS/SS convertible, and could have either the 350 or 396 V8 engine. The Pace Car is often known among Camaro'rs by its RPO code Z11, but during the model year, some northern-tier Chevy dealers complained that they couldn't move a convertible very easily... so Chevrolet offered a Z10 Pace Car hardtop coupe as an alternative to the convertible during the mid-year to satisfy their wishes. Other limited edition Camaros included the 7.0L (427 cid) V8 engine '''COPO''' 9561 models (Central Office Production Order), which included the '''Yenko''', and the 425 hp COPO 9560 427 '''ZL-1''' Camaros, in which only 69 were built, making ''this'' a true holy-grail Camaro among many collectors.		The Camaro once again paced the Indianapolis 500, so a Pace Car was naturally offered again, which was white - but this time, however, instead of a blue interior, this one had an orange "houndstooth" interior and dual orange hood and decklid stripes. The Pace Car was based on the RS/SS convertible, and could have either the 350 or 396 V8 engine. The Pace Car is often known among Camaro'rs by its RPO code Z11, but during the model year, some northern-tier Chevy dealers complained that they couldn't move a convertible very easily... so Chevrolet offered a Z10 Pace Car hardtop coupe as an alternative to the convertible during the mid-year to satisfy their wishes. Other limited edition Camaros included the 7.0L (427 cid) V8 engine '''COPO''' 9561 models (Central Office Production Order), which included the '''Yenko''', and the 425 hp COPO 9560 427 '''ZL-1''' Camaros, in which only 69 were built, making ''this'' a true holy-grail Camaro among many collectors.

	Due to the late introduction of the 2nd generation Camaros, the 1969 Camaros got an extended model year to the end of December, 1969. This would also be the highest-selling year of the first generation Camaro, and among many Camaro enthusiasts, the most desirable.		Due to the late introduction of the 2nd generation Camaros, the 1969 Camaros got an extended model year to the end of December, 1969. This would also be the highest-selling year of the first generation Camaro, and among many Camaro enthusiasts, the most desirable.

	==Photos==		==Photos==

Red marquis: /* Photos */

2008-07-21T10:43:49Z

Photos

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	==Photos==		==Photos==
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Red marquis at 10:40, 21 July 2008

2008-07-21T10:40:43Z

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Red marquis at 10:35, 21 July 2008

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	Due to the late introduction of the 2nd generation Camaros, the 1969 Camaros got an extended model year to the end of December, 1969. This would also be the highest-selling year of the first generation Camaro, and among many Camaro enthusiasts, the most desirable.		Due to the late introduction of the 2nd generation Camaros, the 1969 Camaros got an extended model year to the end of December, 1969. This would also be the highest-selling year of the first generation Camaro, and among many Camaro enthusiasts, the most desirable.

			==Photos==
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			Image:Camaro69 3.jpg
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	==Main Competitors==		==Main Competitors==

Red marquis: /* Photos */

2008-07-21T10:33:39Z

Photos

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Red marquis: /* Photos */

2008-07-21T10:32:01Z

Photos

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	But one has to admit... for as long as this bodystyle stuck around, it was overall immensely popular, and the 2nd generation Camaro (and Firebird), after decades of being mere used cars, are now fast appreciating in value and becoming darlings of collectors, especially early (and even late) model Z28s. If you're looking to perhaps purchase one before the prices go up, better not wait too long to grab one.		But one has to admit... for as long as this bodystyle stuck around, it was overall immensely popular, and the 2nd generation Camaro (and Firebird), after decades of being mere used cars, are now fast appreciating in value and becoming darlings of collectors, especially early (and even late) model Z28s. If you're looking to perhaps purchase one before the prices go up, better not wait too long to grab one.

	===Photos===		==Photos==

	<gallery>		<gallery>

Red marquis: /* 1981 */

2008-07-21T10:31:48Z

1981

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	But one has to admit... for as long as this bodystyle stuck around, it was overall immensely popular, and the 2nd generation Camaro (and Firebird), after decades of being mere used cars, are now fast appreciating in value and becoming darlings of collectors, especially early (and even late) model Z28s. If you're looking to perhaps purchase one before the prices go up, better not wait too long to grab one.		But one has to admit... for as long as this bodystyle stuck around, it was overall immensely popular, and the 2nd generation Camaro (and Firebird), after decades of being mere used cars, are now fast appreciating in value and becoming darlings of collectors, especially early (and even late) model Z28s. If you're looking to perhaps purchase one before the prices go up, better not wait too long to grab one.

			===Photos===

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			</gallery>

	==Main Competitors==		==Main Competitors==