6,000 Camaros ordered so far, 84% with V8

Image via WikipediaChevrolet has reportedly already taken 6,000 orders for it's new Camaro, which comes as little surprise. The car looks great and fuel prices are down. One would think that high fuel prices would cause consumers to lean towards the V-6 model, but that isn't the case. While the V-6 has similar styling and great performance, 84% of orders so far have been for the V8 SS.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro Dale Earnhardt Jr. Concept

Despite the fact that it's the Official Vehicle of SEMA, the Chevy Camaro will not be present in large numbers this week at the largest automotive aftermarket show in the world. That's because, unlike the Dodge Challenger, the Camaro is still a few months off from being delivered to showrooms (though orders are being accepted). Because of this, Chevy itself will be carrying the custom banner on behalf of the Camaro and has debuted four concepts today we'll see in person on Tuesday at the show.



This car is the Dale Earnhardt Jr. Concept, which was actually produced with input from Jr. himself. The base car is a Camaro SS tuned to drink higher-octane E85. The exterior is a nostalgic gray-over-white paint scheme with 21-inch five-spoke wheels, a dovetail spoiler and other Chevy Accessories exterior mods.

CFCS to auction off 2010 Camaro SS #3

The all new and much anticipated Camaro is only a few months away from showroom floors, so that means it's charity auction time! Ford and Chrysler have already proven that a new Mustang or Challenger can bring hundreds of thousands of dollars to a deserving charity, and GM and the College for Creative Studies hope they can create similar bidding magic. Up for grabs on eBay is the number three production Camaro. It's a loaded SS model with a 422 hp 6.2L V8 mated to a six speed manual tranny. The winning bidder should take delivery of the vehicle at Suburban Chevrolet Cadillac Saab HUMMER of Ann Arbor, MI in the spring of 2009, but the auctioneer warns that delivery could be delayed until later in the year.



The winning bidder better have a nice surplus supply of cash, as the current bids are already over $45,000. The auction ends on October 25th, and you can view it here.

GM Performance to put Camaro under the knife

GM has released a batch of videos that tease us into submission leading up to SEMA '08. In the three videos, we witness a 2010 Camaro undergoing a teardown and buildup to turn it into a worthy showcar. Not that there's anything wrong with the stock Camaro, but when you're going to SEMA you have to present something a little more glamorous and unique for the show crowd.

2010 Camaro equipment list revealed

The much anticipated 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is only a few months from making it's showroom debut across America, and now we are getting the standard and optional equipment content that will be available for all five models of the car.



Customers wanting to order a Camaro can choose from LS, 1LT, 2LT, 1SS and 2SS models, and standard and optional equipment varies greatly between each package. The base model LS comes equipped with OnStar, 18-inch rims, and a 300-hp V6 engine, and the only optional item is floor mats. The 1LT package includes optional 19-inch rims, a Boston Acoustics sound system and a sunroof. The 2LT gets standard 19s, the sound system, leather seats, ambient lighting and Bluetooth and USB connections.



If you want your Camaro to include a 422-hp V8, you'll need to step up to the SS. The 1SS package includes standard 20-inch rims, four-piston Brembo brakes, a limited-slip differential and engine and transmission cooler. Options include polished aluminum wheels, a sunroof, and the upgraded sound system.



The 2SS model adds all the standard features of the 1SS package and the 2LT package plus options including dual rally strips, a sunroof, and the Inferno Orange Accent interior. All trims except for the LS model have the option of adding the RS package, which gets you 20-inch rims, HID lamps, a spoiler (for the LT model), a Midnight Silver paint finish, darkened tail lights, and body colored molding.



Sales of the new Camaro may still be a few months away, but you'll be able to order one from a local dealer beginning October 13th.



[Source: Camaro5]



LS

Standard Equipment

- 3.6L SIDI V6 engine

- Dual exhaust

- 18-inch steel wheels

- Onstar Safe & Sound

- XM radio

- Stabilitrak

- 6 air bags: front, side and curtain

- 6-speaker base audio system



Optional Equipment

- Floor mats



1LT

Standard Equipment

(includes or replaces LS equipment)

- 18-inch aluminum Wheels

- Fog lights

- Driver Information Center

- Power Driver Seat



Optional Equipment

- Floor mats

- 19-inch aluminum wheels

- Power Sunroof

- Boston Acoustics 245watt 9-speaker premium audio

- Convenience & Connections Package

- RS Package



2LT

Standard Equipment

(includes or replaces 1LT equipment)

- 19 inch aluminum wheels

- Leather heated seats

- Ambient lighting

- Boston acoustics 245watt 9-speaker premium audio

- Auxiliary gauges (center console)

- Auto dimming interior and exterior mirrors

- Bluetooth and USB connections

- Remote start (Automatic transmission only)

- Leather steering wheel with controls

- Rear parking assist (late availability)

- Head-up display (late availability)



Optional Equipment

- Floor mats

- 19-inch polished aluminum wheels

- Inferno Orange Accent interior

- Power sunroof

- Dual vinyl Rally Stripes in White or Cyber Gray

- RS Package



1SS

Standard Equipment

- 6.2L V8 engine

- 20 inch Aluminum wheels

- Brembo brakes including 4-piston calipers on all 4 wheels

- Engine oil cooler

- Transmission oil cooler

- Limited slip differential

- SS Gauge cluster

- SS spoiler

- SS grille badge

- Leather steering wheel and shift knob

- Power driver's seat



Optional Equipment

- Floor mats

- 20-inch polished aluminum wheels

- Power sunroof

- Boston acoustics 245watt 9-speaker premium audio

- Convenience & Connections Package

- RS Package



2SS

Standard Equipment

(includes or replaces 1SS equipment)

- Leather heated seats

- Ambient lighting

- Boston acoustics 245watt 9-speaker premium audio

- Auxiliary gauges (center console)

- Auto dimming interior and exterior mirrors

- Bluetooth and USB connections

- Remote start (Automatic transmission only)

- Leather steering wheel with controls

- Rear parking assist (late availability)

- Head-up display (late availability)



Optional Equipment

- Floor mats

- 19-inch polished aluminum wheels

- Inferno Orange Accent interior

- Power sunroof

- Dual vinyl Rally Stripes in White or Cyber Gray

- RS Package



All trim levels include all the features of the level below them.



RS Package Available to be added to Either SS or LT trim levels

- HID Lamps

- Spoiler on LT Model

- 20 inch 5 spoke wheel

=Midnight silver paint finish

=Optional polished finish

- RS unique tail lamps (darkened lenses)

- Body Colored roof Ditch molding

- Special RS Badging

Chevy Camaro SS unveiled at Indy Bash

The Chevrolet Camaro SS was officially unveiled at the Indy Bash 2008, our first look at the live in person super Camaro.



The SS is powered by a 6.2-liter LS3 V8 putting out 422 hp and 408 lb.-ft. of torque, and in this case, backed by a six speed automatic transmission.



Looking inside the SS, there is a nice racy looking pieces. Shiny plastic door handles and dash trim matches the two tone black and leather seats with contrast trim.



You will also be able to see the SS at the Paris Motor show next month, so stay tuned for more details.