Is the Camaro ZL1 being discontinued?

To note, Chevy Camaro ZL1 models are equipped with the supercharged 6.2L V8 LT4 gasoline engine, but output is rated at 650 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque. Moving forward, it has now been determined that the sixth-generation Camaro will be discontinued for the 2024 model year.

Are ZL1 Camaros rare?

You could argue that the 1969 Camaro ZL1 is the most valuable production Camaro in existence. The Cortez Silver Camaro ZL1 pictured below is number 66 of 69 built through 1969, and one of only 12 ordered with the legendary Muncie M22 “Rock Crusher” four-speed manual transmission.

Which Camaro is faster ZL1 or SS?

In terms of pure lap times, the ZL1 is the superior car as it will have superior power and road holding capability over the SS to lap a track faster. The thing to keep in mind is that in the hands of a capable driver, the ZL1 is absolutely faster/better.

Is the Camaro ZL1 illegal?

A decade-old law is forcing Chevrolet dealers in California to quit taking orders for the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro SS and ZL1 because on New Year’s Day, the cars will be illegal. Any brake pads containing more than the prescribed amount of copper on January 1, 2021, will become illegal in California.

Is the Camaro being discontinued 2021?

The Chevy Camaro Dies in 2024, Will Be Replaced by Electric Sedan.

Why is the ZL1 banned in California?

Starting in 2021, the copper content in these Camaros’ Brembo brakes becomes illegal. Chevy wouldn’t say why the brakes didn’t change prior to the rule change. Chevrolet won’t be able to sell the Camaro SS, 1LE, and ZL1 in California and Washington beginning next year due to the copper content of the brake pads.

What is a 69 ZL1 Camaro?

The 1969 ZL-1 Camaro is among the most desirable Chevrolet performance cars ever built. It combines the one-year-only sheetmetal of the 1969 Camaro with the rare, all-aluminum, 427-cubic-inch ZL-1 big-block that was designed with racing in mind. The main difference was the engine block, and that’s a story all its own.

How much horsepower did the 69 ZL1 have?

430 hp
The ZL1 was the first Chevrolet production use of the 850-cfm double-pumper Holley carburetor on an open plenum high-rise intake manifold. Chevrolet rated the ZL1 at 430 hp @ 5200 rpm and 450 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm.

Is the ZL1 wider?

I did a quick look with a tape measure on track width (outside of tire) and found my ZL1 to be roughly 3″ wider than a standard SS.

When did the 5th Gen ZL1 come out?

2012 CAMARO The 2012 model year saw the debut of the ZL1 high-performance Camaro. Roughly 30% of the parts on the ZL1 were unique to the ZL1 versus any other Camaro model. The ZL1 featured a 6.2-liter LSA V8 engine with a 1.9-liter supercharger.

Why is the ZL1 banned?

If you recall, last December we reported that California and Washington state residents could not order the 2021 Camaro ZL1 and ZL1 1LE, SS, and 2SS trims for delivery after January 1, 2021 due to restrictions regarding the muscle car’s copper brake pads.

Is the Chevy Camaro being discontinued?

Is the Camaro being discontinued?

Chevrolet Camaro to be Discontinued in 2016. After Ford’s announcement of the 2015 Mustang, General Motors has decided to call it quits on the Camaro nameplate, citing the highly competitive nature of the market segment. Rumor has it there will be a successor, reviving a previous nameplate.

How much horsepower does a Camaro have?

Powering the Camaro SS is a 455-horsepower 6.2-liter V8 with 455 pound-feet of torque, mated to a standard six-speed manual transmission or optional eight-speed automatic. Once again, fuel economy is best with the automatic transmission, at 17 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway.

Is Camaro sports car?

Yes, the Chevy Camaro is a good sports car. It has great handling and a lineup of powerful engines that make it one of the strongest all-around performers in the class. In addition, it has comfortable front seats and easy-to-use technology.