SEMA Preview: Chevrolet debuts quartet of custom Camaros

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PRESS RELEASE

CAMARO STEALS THE SHOW WITH FOUR DISTINCTIVE CONCEPTS AT SEMA

Camaro LS7 Concept – the spirit of COPO lives with a GM Performance Parts LS7crate engine that delivers more than 500 hp Camaro Dale Earnhardt Jr. Concept – customized to Dale Jr.'s style Camaro Black Concept – a sinister-looking exercise in bold design Camaro GS Racecar Concept – an homage to a road racing legend LAS VEGAS – Chevrolet introduces a quartet of stunningconcepts based on the all-new, 2010 Camaro at the 2008 SEMA Show.The concepts join regular-production and accessorized models, alongwith a dream collection of vintage Camaros – including rareCOPO, Indy Pace Car and early Z28 models – to mark theintroduction of Chevy's re-born sports car. The Camaro is theofficial car of the 2008 SEMA show.

Each of the concepts represents a different interpretation of thenew Camaro's performance, styling and personalizationpossibilities, from no-holds-barred high-performance to carefullycrafted, street-savvy customizing.

"The new Camaro is a 21st century sports car for the young andyoung at heart," said Ed Peper, GM North America vice president,Chevrolet. "Wherever your automotive passion lies, the Camarocomplements it with world-class design and an exciting drivingexperience. The concepts unveiled at SEMA accentuate thosequalities and trigger the imaginations of countless enthusiasts."

In addition to the concept and classic Camaros, a production 2010model showed off the range of appearance, performance andconvenience accessories that will be available from Chevrolet whenthe car hits dealerships early next year. The accessories allowcustomers to personalize their vehicle with genuine Chevycomponents that are designed, tested and warranted to the samestandards as the Camaro itself.

As for the Camaro concepts, they show the extreme possibilities ofwhat the new sports car can offer. See below for highlights on allfour vehicles.

Camaro LS7 Concept: Designed to highlight the capability of the new Camaro as a weekendbracket warrior, the Camaro LS7 Concept combines the power of a GMPerformance Parts' LS7 crate engine and targeted bolt-on upgradesto deliver the wheels-up spirit of the legendary COPO Camaros.

Made famous by Chevy dealers like Don Yenko and Fred Gibb in thelate 1960s, the COPO cars were ordered for one thing: drag racing.They were quickly outfitted after delivery with the requisitetires, safety equipment and other accessories necessary forcompetition in popular Stock-class drag racing series.

The LS7 Concept honors the COPO ethos with features such as dragstrip-ready rubber on the rear wheels – and unlike many ofthe stripped-down racers from 40 years ago, this strip-readycompetitor serves double duty as both a racecar and a daily driver.

The LS7 crate engine (part number 17802397) uses a high-performancereplacement camshaft from GM Performance Parts (part number12480033) to help it produce approximately 550 horsepower.Complementing upgrades include GM Performance Parts-developedheaders and air intake system that will be offered at the Camaro'slaunch in early 2009. The LS7 also is modified with a wet-sumpoiling system; the production engine features a dry-sump systemthat requires an external oil tank.

Backing the LS7 engine is a production Tremec 6060 six-speed manualwith a GM Performance Parts Hurst shifter. Additional drivetraindetails include:

Brembo four-wheel disc brake package Lowered ride height Custom 20-inch wheels Driveshaft safety loop GM Performance Parts exhaust system The Camaro LS7 concept is painted Victory Red, with matte blackaccents on the hood and taillamp panel. "LS7" logos arestrategically placed and warn those in the know this Camaro meansbusiness when the Christmas tree lights count down to green. It'sall business on the spartan interior, too, with base trim and fewaccessories to minimize overall mass for a quicker elapsed time.

Although the Camaro LS7 Concept is just that – a concept– its duplication by enterprising enthusiasts and racers isenabled by GM Performance Parts' LS7 crate engine package. Itdelivers a fully assembled, production version of the engine,complete from the intake manifold to oil pan. An oil reservoir forthe standard dry sump system and GM Performance Parts' LS7 enginecontroller (part number 19166567) are all that's necessary to getthe engine running in an enthusiast's project vehicle – well,that and a chassis capable of handling more than 500 lb.-ft. oftorque!

Camaro Dale Earnhardt Jr. Concept: NASCAR star Dale Jr. is fan of vintage Camaros – he cruisesaround in a Pro Touring-style '72 Camaro powered by a GMPerformance Parts LS crate engine – and the heritage-inspireddesign of the 2010 Camaro appeals to him like a checkered flag atDaytona. His vision for the car was channeled to GM's designers andcrafted in a multi-color combination of style, capability andcomfort.

They started with a new Camaro SS that uses the standard 6.2L V-8,but modified to use E85. Taking advantage of E85's favorable octanerating, the engine was calibrated to deliver a few extrahorsepower, with the exhaust exiting through GM Performance Parts'new headers. It's backed by the SS's available six-speed manualtransmission and GM Accessories' short-throw Hurst shifter.Additional performance enhancements include a Brembo brake packageand a lowered ride height, giving Dale Jr.'s Camaro a sleeker lookto match its road-hugging capability.

A custom gray-over-white paint scheme blends the high-performancedrivetrain with serious style. It is accented with an orange stripeseparating the gray and white sections. Also generating attentionon the exterior is a set of 21-inch, five-spoke wheels inspired bythe Camaro Convertible Concept. They feature dark-painted centersections on the spokes that complement the body's gray color. Thewheels are wrapped in Pirelli P-Zero ZR-rated performance tires.

Additional exterior details include:

Chevy Accessories grille Chevy Accessories ground effects and rear diffuser Chevy Accessories exhaust system Early Camaro-style "dovetail" rear spoiler Production high-intensity discharge headlamps Production RS taillamps Similarly, the interior is outfitted for performance and style,including:

Custom-trimmed leather-and-suede-covered seats with accentstitching Leather-trimmed steering wheel, shift knob, door armrests andcenter console lid, with accent stitching Carbon-fiber treatment on the instrument panel and door panelinserts Racing-style aluminum pedals Production-optional four-pack auxiliary gauge cluster Revised gauge cluster with unique graphics and colors Custom sill plates Dale Jr. also specified Chevy Accessories' upgraded audio systemfor the Camaro, which is matched with a Boston Acoustics speakersystem, including amps and subwoofers.

Camaro GS Racecar Concept: One of the most iconic cars of the legendary Trans Am road racingseries was the distinctive blue-and-yellow Camaro of Mark Donohue.He was a dominant racer in the series and drove his #6 1969 modelto the series championship that year.

With the assistance of GM's High Performance Vehicle Operations,North Carolina-based Riley Technologies re-created the look andfeel of that standout racecar with a tribute that looks, sounds anddrives like it's ready to do battle with its contemporary pony carcompetitors. In fact, the heritage-inspired racer is more thanconcept. It is an early prototype for the Grand Am Koni ChallengeGS racing class. Racecars like the GS Concept are offered andmanufactured by Riley Technologies for the 2009 Grand-Am season.

The GS Concept features the race-ready suspension, reinforcedchassis and drivetrain conform to the specifications required ofracecars certified for the series. In fact, this racecar hasalready logged many hours on the racetrack as Riley team membersworked to dial-in the chassis and powertrain. Additional featuresinclude:

Seam-welded production Camaro body-in-white Carbon fiber hood, trunk lid, doors and fenders Production LS3 V-8 engine (used with solid engine mounts) Tremec 6060 six-speed manual transmission with close-ratio gearing Three-inch exhaust system with Coast Fab mufflers C&R racing aluminum radiator Upgraded engine oil cooler Transmission and differential coolers The GS Racecar Concept is shown at SEMA just as it was last drivenoff the track, with the grime, brake dust and body imperfectionscommensurate with a day's worth of racing. Indeed, it isn't a carthat spent hundreds of hours in a body shop in a quest of sheetmetal perfection. It displays the bruises of competition and wearsthem as badges of honor.

Like Donohue's '69 Camaro racecar, the GS Racecar Concept wears adeep blue paint scheme that is accented with yellow graphics, ayellow-painted interior and yellow racing wheels.

Camaro Black Concept: It's hard to go unnoticed in a 2010 Camaro, but the Camaro BlackConcept suggests a stealthy approach to street style. From itsmatte black-finished hood and ground effects to its dark wheels andred-glowing HID headlamp halo rings, the Camaro Black Concept is asinister-looking urban tuner vehicle.

The Camaro Black Concept prowls the streets with the followingequipment:

Chevy Accessories ground effects package and rear diffuser High-intensity discharge headlamps with unique red "halo ring"color Revised, darker grille finish RS tail lamps with dark-tinted lenses Color-matched exterior badging SS-model spoiler Matte black hood finish Tinted glass Chevy Accessories 21-inch wheels with darkened finish Brembo four-wheel disc brake package The interior also carries a slightly sinister ambience, with:

Red LED instrument lighting and red footwell ambient lighting Black chrome trim accents Dark-finished accents, including the shift knob, radio face,steering wheel ring, gauge trim and door handles Custom sill plates Leather-covered seats with grey accent stitching The Camaro Black Concept also features Chevy Accessories' premiumaudio upgrade package, along with MTX speakers.

Under the hood is the production 3.6L V-6 that produces 300horsepower. A Chevy Accessories engine cover provides a suitableaccent.


CHEVY CAMARO GETS PERSONAL WITH FULL ARRAY OF ACCESSORIES ANDPERFORMANCE PARTS

LAS VEGAS – The Chevy Camaro has always been a car thatowners love to personalize. The all-new, 2010 Camaro carries onthat tradition with a diverse lineup of accessories and performancecomponents ready at launch.

Ranging from interior accessories and audio/electronic upgrades toexterior styling accessories, 21-inch wheel-and-tire kits and partsthat enhance performance, the Camaro "add-on" portfolio offerssomething for every taste and budget. The accessories andperformance parts can be ordered and installed at the dealershipand, in some cases, their cost can be rolled into the vehicle'sfinancing for a seamless, one-stop personalization experience.

Camaro designers and engineers worked from the earliest stages ofvehicle development to design, test and validate the accessoriesand performance parts to GM production-vehicle specifications. Theyare manufactured with production-quality materials, too, socustomers are assured of original-equipment-quality parts with thebest fit and finish for their Camaro. The performance parts are50-state legal, for worry-free emissions compliance.

Here's a look at the all-new portfolio of Camaro accessories andperformance parts:

Interior trim kits – For Camaros equipped with the factory illumination package,Camaro's accessory interior trim kits offer colors that enableowners to match or contrast the vehicle's exterior color. They'reavailable in yellow, orange, white and silver.

Interior accessories – A variety of accessories bolster both the style andconvenience of the Camaro's cabin, while helping maintain itsoriginal condition. They include floor mats, sill plates and more.The deluxe carpeted floor mats feature embroidered Camaro logos,while the sill plates add a distinctive appearance and addedprotection when entering the car. A cargo-area floor mat, cargo netand a smoker's package are also available.

Audio and electronics – Customers can take the Camaro's technology to a higherlevel with upgraded audio and lighting systems, as well as remotestarting. The upgraded audio system brings greater features andcapability, while a peripheral device interface module allowsportable players to play through the audio system. Remote startingbrings the convenience of letting the vehicle heat up on a coldmorning or cool down on a hot day. Also, Camaro's accessoryfootwell and cupholder lighting kit delivers customizable, coloredambient lighting for a premium, high-tech interior appearance.

Car covers – Protecting the Camaro from the elements and UV rays is easywith custom-contoured car covers. They are designed to fit theCamaro's contours and are available in red or black – eachwith stylish, heritage-inspired black stripes.

Exterior accessories – Customers can create a unique look for their Camaro with adiverse lineup of exterior accessories, from a grille insert andsatin nickel fuel door to color-matched splash guards and acomplete ground effects kit. And don't forget to check out thestylish, wing-style rear spoiler.

The ground effects package creates a dramatic, ground-hugging lookfor the Camaro, and comes in a great, Metallic Grey color thataccents the car's original color. The wing-style rear spoilercomplements the ground effects' competition-ready appearance. AllCamaro exterior accessories are designed and manufactured to thesame quality and durability standards as regular-productioncomponents.

Stripe kits – The heritage-inspired 2010 Camaro is accented perfectlywith accessory stripe kits. They give the Camaro a classic look andcontemporary style. Available styles include hockey stick-style,hood and hockey stick-style and rally-style stripes in a variety ofcolors.

Wheels and tires – The 2010 Camaro comes with a family of attractive, 17-, 18-and 20-inch wheels, but Camaro enthusiasts can take it a stepfurther with great-looking, racing-inspired 21-inch wheels andcomplementing performance tires. The wheel design features acontemporary split five-spoke center that is available in twofinishes. The first is a black-painted finish and the other has amachined-aluminum finish with black accents. They are offered in an8.5-inch width for V-6 models; and 8.5-inch front and 9.5-inch rearwidths for SS models.

Center caps, chrome lug nuts and necessary tire pressure monitorsensors are available seperately. For convenience, complete kits ofwheels, tires, center caps, lug nuts and pressure sensors areavailable.

Performance parts – GM Performance Parts (GMPP) designers and engineers workedwith the Camaro engineers to develop emissions-legal bolt-oncomponents that would accentuate and enhance overall performance.

GMPP developed air box, header and exhaust kits, as well ascomplementing short-throw shifters for manual-transmissionapplications. Also available are color-coordinated engine coversthat add a dash of color-coordinated style under the hood.All thecomponents are 50-state emissions legal, with CARB EO numbers whererequired.

Details of the performance parts include:

Air box kits include an open-element, performance air filter forlower restriction and a great-looking, performance-style housing,with a chrome lid for a true tuner appearance. They're availablefor V-6 and V-8 applications Exhaust kits upgrade the look and sound of the Camaro and areoffered in quieter street-legal systems and off-road-only kits.Different applications are designed to work with or without theCamaro accessory ground effects package Headers enable exhaust gases to be carried away from the enginequicker, boosting the engine's airflow efficiency and overallperformance. GMPP's bolt-on header kit for V-8 engines isemissions-legal and a simple bolt-in replacement for the factoryexhaust manifolds. Match them with one of GMPP's exhaust kits foreven greater performance Short-throw shifter. A greater feeling of control comes with aprecise, quick-acting shifter, and GMPP's kits for both V-6 and V-8models deliver sharper and quicker throws between gears. They weredeveloped with legendary shifter manufacturer Hurst, so theycomplement great performance with classic styling Engine cover kits give the Camaro's V-6 and V-8 engines a stylish,show-quality upgrade. They're available to match most exteriorcolors, allowing customers to complement or contrast the color tosuit individual style. They are easy to install and don't interferewith oil fill or other common maintenance access points