Chevrolet News:The Final Chevrolet Camaro Has Been Made

[Anthony Fongaro]

It's the end of the road for the Chevrolet Camaro. The final Camaro was a ZL1 1LE with a manual transmission. As of now, there are no images of the final Camaro. Chevy didn't tell a spokesperson from Motor1 whether they would keep it or sell it to a customer. 

 A Chevrolet spokesman said in a statement "Camaro is a passion product. It has developed a fan base worldwide and brought people into Chevrolet dealerships for generations. The sixth generation specifically represented athleticism and composure – exuding confidence on the road and dominance on the track."

Chevy had previously announced in March 2023 that the Camaro would retire after the 2024 model year. The final edition for the Camaro is a 350-unit Collector's Edition. ZL1 Camaros come with Panther Black Matte paint and the unit number. Lower trim levels receive a Panther Black Metallic paint with satin black stripes. 

The current Camaro ran from 2010 to 2023. Throughout the years it had various inline-four, V6, and V8 engines. The Camaro ZL1 has a 6.2-liter supercharged V8 creating 650 horsepower and 650 lb-ft. It came with either a six-speed manual or a ten-speed automatic. Currently, there are no confirmed plans for a replacement for the Camaro. 

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[surreal1272]

Despite the criticisms about its interior and cave like feel, I had no issues with either. My only issue was actually getting in and out of it. The A pillars on most coupes are a problem for me but the Camaro was definitely worse than average. Once inside though, that was a great driving car and I have driven the V6, the 4 banger, and the SS (Sadly, only moved a ZL1 out of a showroom because sales people can't drive sticks these days lol). Just a solid ride overall and handles above its weight class so what's not to love about the driving aspects of it? It was, once again, cheated by GM neglect though but maybe it pops back up down the road in EV form. 

[Drew Dowdell]

Getting in and out of the Camaro was an issue, and I’m fairly limber. But once inside, it fit me so perfectly. It was one of the best ergonomic cars I’ve ever driven. The balance of the platform is fantastic and even in V6 form is more than enough to get you in trouble. 
 

great car and sad to see it go

[trinacriabob]

On 12/18/2023 at 6:28 PM, Drew Dowdell said:

Getting in and out of the Camaro was an issue, and I’m fairly limber. But once inside, it fit me so perfectly. It was one of the best ergonomic cars I’ve ever driven. The balance of the platform is fantastic and even in V6 form is more than enough to get you in trouble. 
 

great car and sad to see it go

I remember that from auto shows. It was easier to get into and out of the Corvettes on the exhibition floors.

Since I couldn't see out the C pillar too well, I never pushed getting to know the car, such as renting one. If they had put me in one as a free upgrade, I would have taken it.

When they first released the last generation Camaro, it looked too scrunchy to me.  As with the Charger's evolution, they did do make some nice modifications to the front and back fascias that definitely improved it.

I couldn't see owning a convertible, but if I had to drive a Camaro, I'd probably opt for it over the hardtop that felt too confining.

I thought that this last gen started with a 6 cyl. and had several V8 options.  Was there ever a 4 cyl. in this last gen ... or was that in a previous generation such as the "Iron Duke" days?

[Drew Dowdell]

On 12/21/2023 at 4:06 PM, trinacriabob said:

I remember that from auto shows. It was easier to get into and out of the Corvettes on the exhibition floors.

Since I couldn't see out the C pillar too well, I never pushed getting to know the car, such as renting one. If they had put me in one as a free upgrade, I would have taken it.

When they first released the last generation Camaro, it looked too scrunchy to me.  As with the Charger's evolution, they did do make some nice modifications to the front and back fascias that definitely improved it.

I couldn't see owning a convertible, but if I had to drive a Camaro, I'd probably opt for it over the hardtop that felt too confining.

I thought that this last gen started with a 6 cyl. and had several V8 options.  Was there ever a 4 cyl. in this last gen ... or was that in a previous generation such as the "Iron Duke" days?

Yeah, they ran the 2.0T for a few years, 2017 - 2022, it had 275hp instead of the 335 of the V6

[trinacriabob]

21 hours ago, Drew Dowdell said:

Yeah, they ran the 2.0T for a few years, 2017 - 2022, it had 275hp instead of the 335 of the V6

Thanks. I had no clue. I never tried to "build" one.

That's a lot of horses in that 2.0 T.  What's even funnier is that it makes more than 3 times the horsepower that the old 2.5 (151 c.i.) "Iron Duke" made (90 hp) in so equipped Camaros and Firebirds of the early to mid '80s!

I'd say that one could start getting into trouble with about 170 horses, which is what smogged and carbureted 350 V8s made in the venerable colonnades.

[Drew Dowdell]

24 minutes ago, trinacriabob said:

Thanks. I had no clue. I never tried to "build" one.

That's a lot of horses in that 2.0 T.  What's even funnier is that it makes more than 3 times the horsepower that the old 2.5 (151 c.i.) "Iron Duke" made (90 hp) in so equipped Camaros and Firebirds of the early to mid '80s!

I'd say that one could start getting into trouble with about 170 horses, which is what smogged and carbureted 350 V8s made in the venerable colonnades.

By today’s standards, the 275 is probably bare minimum, but with a manual, its relatively light weight, and tremendously good balance, a base Camaro could be very fun. It just won’t win drag races.

but if you’re shopping in the FR-S/BR-Z segment, the base Camaro would be a good competitor that has a back seat you might have a chance of putting someone in