Camaro 1LE Track Pack, Camaro ZL1 Carbon Edition and more at SEMA
10-27-2011, 08:16 AM
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Camaro 1LE Track Pack, Camaro ZL1 Carbon Edition and more at SEMA
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Return of the 1LE Camaro! GM will introduce a Concept car at SEMA next week called the Camaro 1LE Track pack. It will feature upgraded suspension, wheels, electric steering, difuser from the ZL1.
Camaro ZL1 Carbon Edition. A Camaro ZL1 with some very tasteful carbon fiber detailing, including the hood insert.
Camaro Synergy Series Convertible. Lower aero kit, new 21 inch red line wheels, unique red calipers, and a center stripes.
Camaro "Spring Special" edition accessories.
More details coming very soon.
Pictures and Official Press Release forthcoming.
Return of the 1LE Camaro! GM will introduce a Concept car at SEMA next week called the Camaro 1LE Track pack. It will feature upgraded suspension, wheels, electric steering, difuser from the ZL1.
Camaro ZL1 Carbon Edition. A Camaro ZL1 with some very tasteful carbon fiber detailing, including the hood insert.
Camaro Synergy Series Convertible. Lower aero kit, new 21 inch red line wheels, unique red calipers, and a center stripes.
Camaro "Spring Special" edition accessories.
LAS VEGAS %u2013 Few vehicles have inspired as much passion and personalization as the Chevrolet Corvette and Camaro. Chevrolet celebrates that legacy at the 2011 SEMA Show with a lineup of concepts that showcases different approaches to performance and personalization for these iconic sports cars.
At the 2010 SEMA Show, Camaro was named the “Hottest Car” in the inaugural SEMA awards.
“Go to any Corvette or Camaro enthusiast event and you will have a hard time finding a factory-stock vehicle,” said Chris Perry, vice president, global marketing and strategy for Chevrolet. “These are cars that owners treat as canvases to express their personalization and high-performance dreams – and have been for decades. The SEMA Show is the perfect venue to test new customization concepts and to inspire new owners to start modifying their cars.”
Chevrolet will have many Camaros and Corvettes at SEMA this year – including a full-size tribute to the “Custom Camaro” that was part of the original Hot Wheels 1:64-scale line in 1968. All the concepts reflect the wide range of personalization possibilities, inspiring owners to build their own one-of-a-kind creation.
Here’s a look at some of the Camaros and Corvettes Chevrolet will debut at the 2011 SEMA Show:
Camaro Red Zone Concept
A design statement achieved with current and future accessories is the inspiration for the Camaro Red Zone Concept. It uses the Camaro convertible’s style to demonstrate what’s possible with a carefully selected collection of accessories – and it debuts a new, heritage-inspired stripe graphic that will be available soon. The result is a tasteful combination that blends contemporary style with a classic flair.
Vehicle highlights:
“This is a Camaro for those who want great looks and a performance personality,” said designer Adam Barry. “It’s a simple yet dramatic statement that is uniquely Camaro.”
Camaro Synergy Series Concept
The Camaro’s Synergy special editions were born at SEMA, and this vehicle is a new take on the concept, using the best of the best of Camaro accessories – as well as a distinctive silver exterior with red accents. Chevrolet will be listening to the reaction that this Synergy concept receives at SEMA, as it could be brought to production.
Vehicle highlights:
Camaro 1LE Concept
Born in the Camaro’s third generation and refined further in the fourth generation as a road-racing performance package, the legendary 1LE option code designation returns to the Camaro as a concept intended to carve up road courses. While only a concept, it borrows production components from both the Camaro SS and forthcoming Camaro ZL1 to deliver a competition-ready package. Hash mark graphics on the front fender are pure Chevrolet racing cues, too.
Vehicle highlights:
“The Camaro 1LE concept is all about the track,” said Al Oppenheiser, chief engineer for the Camaro. “It’s an all-out race car package that pays tribute to that special option from the past.”
Camaro ZL1 Carbon Concept
Welcome to the dark side of Camaro ZL1. This concept incorporates all the technology and performance of the Camaro ZL1 – which goes on sale in 2012 – but with an added layer of carbon fiber to add a decidedly sinister-looking element of form to a car that’s all about function. Included on this concept is the new Ashen Gray exterior paint (available on all 2012 Camaro models).
Vehicle highlights:
“This concept’s dramatic appearance matches the extreme performance capabilities of the Camaro ZL1,” said Tony Roma, program engineering manager for the Camaro ZL1. “And even if its styling doesn’t intimidate you, its performance on the track will.”
Corvette Carlisle Blue Grand Sport Concept
This Corvette celebrates 30 years of “Corvettes at Carlisle,” one of the largest annual Corvette events in North America. It introduces a new Carlisle Blue exterior, new Silver-painted Torque 2 wheels and Pearl White full-length racing stripes. The Carlisle Grand Sport also showcases all-out performance with a dual-mode exhaust and Magnetic Selective Ride Control. Corvette was born to race, and that performance DNA runs through every inch of this unique Grand Sport.
Vehicle highlights
Corvette Z06 Ron Fellows ‘Hall of Fame’ Tribute
Ron Fellows has a long, distinguished racing career, including driving on the championship Corvette Racing C5.R and C6.R teams. That resume helped earn him an induction to the National Corvette Museum’s Hall of Fame in 2011. This Torch Red show car honors Fellows’ service behind the wheel, using accessories offered from Chevrolet matched with custom graphics. It’s a fitting salute to one of the fastest men ever to drive a Corvette.
Vehicle highlights
About Chevrolet
Founded in Detroit in 1911, Chevrolet celebrates its centennial as a global automotive brand with annual sales of about 4.25 million vehicles in more than 140 countries. Chevrolet provides consumers with fuel-efficient, safe and reliable vehicles that deliver high quality, expressive design, spirited performance and value. The Chevrolet portfolio includes iconic performance cars such as Corvette and Camaro; dependable, long-lasting pickups and SUVs such as Silverado and Suburban; and award-winning passenger cars and crossovers such as Sonic, Cruze, Malibu, Equinox and Traverse. Chevrolet also offers "gas-friendly" solutions including Cruze Eco and Volt. Cruze Eco offers 42 mpg highway while Volt offers 35 miles of electric, gasoline-free driving and an additional 344 miles of extended gasoline range, according to EPA estimates. Most new Chevrolet models offer OnStar safety, security and convenience technologies including OnStar Hands-Free Calling, Automatic Crash Response and Stolen Vehicle Slowdown. More information regarding Chevrolet models, fuel solutions and OnStar availability can be found at www.chevrolet.com.
At the 2010 SEMA Show, Camaro was named the “Hottest Car” in the inaugural SEMA awards.
“Go to any Corvette or Camaro enthusiast event and you will have a hard time finding a factory-stock vehicle,” said Chris Perry, vice president, global marketing and strategy for Chevrolet. “These are cars that owners treat as canvases to express their personalization and high-performance dreams – and have been for decades. The SEMA Show is the perfect venue to test new customization concepts and to inspire new owners to start modifying their cars.”
Chevrolet will have many Camaros and Corvettes at SEMA this year – including a full-size tribute to the “Custom Camaro” that was part of the original Hot Wheels 1:64-scale line in 1968. All the concepts reflect the wide range of personalization possibilities, inspiring owners to build their own one-of-a-kind creation.
Here’s a look at some of the Camaros and Corvettes Chevrolet will debut at the 2011 SEMA Show:
Camaro Red Zone Concept
A design statement achieved with current and future accessories is the inspiration for the Camaro Red Zone Concept. It uses the Camaro convertible’s style to demonstrate what’s possible with a carefully selected collection of accessories – and it debuts a new, heritage-inspired stripe graphic that will be available soon. The result is a tasteful combination that blends contemporary style with a classic flair.
Vehicle highlights:
- New-for-2012 model year Crystal Claret exterior color with black convertible tonneau cover
- Chevrolet Accessories 21x8.5-inch silver/polished-face wheels
- Silver heritage stripe
- Chevrolet Accessories body-color grille and convertible wind screen
- Suspension lowering kit by Pedders (Chevrolet Official Licensed Product)
- Concept polished strut tower brace
- Concept “RS” underhood liner
- Titanium leather interior with Silver Ice accents
- Black soft instrument panel insert
- Chevrolet Accessories Silver Ice door and instrument panel inserts
- Chevrolet Accessories floor mats with silver “CAMARO” logos.
“This is a Camaro for those who want great looks and a performance personality,” said designer Adam Barry. “It’s a simple yet dramatic statement that is uniquely Camaro.”
Camaro Synergy Series Concept
The Camaro’s Synergy special editions were born at SEMA, and this vehicle is a new take on the concept, using the best of the best of Camaro accessories – as well as a distinctive silver exterior with red accents. Chevrolet will be listening to the reaction that this Synergy concept receives at SEMA, as it could be brought to production.
Vehicle highlights:
- Silver Ice exterior color with black Synergy stripes on the hood, with decklid and “mail slot” decals with red line inserts
- Synergy gill decals and no SS or RS exterior badges
- Chevrolet Accessories body-color ground effects and grille
- Chevrolet Accessories 21-inch wheels – black with red stripe
- Suspension lowering kit by Pedders (Chevrolet Official Licensed Product)
- Red Brembo® brake calipers
- Chevrolet Accessories red engine cover
- Concept “SS“ underhood liner
- Concept polished strut tower brace
- Chevrolet Accessories floor mats (ebony with red and “CAMARO” logo in silver)
- Chevrolet Accessories lighting kit (displayed in red)
- Hurst® short-throw shifter
- Black leather interior with red accent stitching on seats, console, doors, steering wheel and shifter boot
- Silver Ice instrument panel and door inserts
- Black leather instrument panel soft insert with red stitching
- SS logo with red outline on the head restraints
- Chevrolet Accessories pedal kit
Camaro 1LE Concept
Born in the Camaro’s third generation and refined further in the fourth generation as a road-racing performance package, the legendary 1LE option code designation returns to the Camaro as a concept intended to carve up road courses. While only a concept, it borrows production components from both the Camaro SS and forthcoming Camaro ZL1 to deliver a competition-ready package. Hash mark graphics on the front fender are pure Chevrolet racing cues, too.
Vehicle highlights:
- Victory Red exterior color, with flat black hood and hash mark extensions
- Satin black splitter, rocker panels, rear spoiler and outside mirrors
- Sport suspension featuring Magnetic Ride Control
- Electric power steering
- Six-speed manual close-ratio transmission
- Lightweight 20x10-inch (front) and 20x11-inch (rear) racing wheels (satin black)
- Goodyear® Eagle F1 Supercar G asymmetrical tires (from the ZL1)
- Brembo® six-piston front calipers, with two-piece front rotors, and four-piston rear calipers (Chevrolet Official Licensed Product)
- Dual exhaust outlets with ZL1-style active exhaust and diffuser
- Shock tower brace
- Chevrolet Accessories red engine cover
- Black leather interior with Light Stone stitching
- Graphite Silver door and instrument panel inserts
- ZL1 shifter with Light Stone stitching
- ZL1 flat-bottom steering wheel
- Chevrolet Accessories pedal kit
“The Camaro 1LE concept is all about the track,” said Al Oppenheiser, chief engineer for the Camaro. “It’s an all-out race car package that pays tribute to that special option from the past.”
Camaro ZL1 Carbon Concept
Welcome to the dark side of Camaro ZL1. This concept incorporates all the technology and performance of the Camaro ZL1 – which goes on sale in 2012 – but with an added layer of carbon fiber to add a decidedly sinister-looking element of form to a car that’s all about function. Included on this concept is the new Ashen Gray exterior paint (available on all 2012 Camaro models).
Vehicle highlights:
- Chevrolet Accessories exposed-weave carbon fiber “Mohawk” hood insert
- Carbon fiber rear spoiler with stainless-steel wicker bill
- Carbon fiber inserts on the interior door and instrument panel
- Lightweight 20x10-inch (front) and 20x11-inch (rear) wheels in satin black with machined faces
- Brembo® six-piston front calipers, with two-piece front rotors, and four-piston rear calipers (Chevrolet Official Licensed Product)
- Magnetic Ride Control
- Dual exhaust outlets with active exhaust and diffuser
- Jet Black leather interior with sueded microfiber seat inserts and Torch Red stitching
- ZL1 short-throw shifter with suede and carbon fiber-trimmed shift ****
- Suede-trimmed flat-bottom steering wheel
- ZL1 pedals
“This concept’s dramatic appearance matches the extreme performance capabilities of the Camaro ZL1,” said Tony Roma, program engineering manager for the Camaro ZL1. “And even if its styling doesn’t intimidate you, its performance on the track will.”
Corvette Carlisle Blue Grand Sport Concept
This Corvette celebrates 30 years of “Corvettes at Carlisle,” one of the largest annual Corvette events in North America. It introduces a new Carlisle Blue exterior, new Silver-painted Torque 2 wheels and Pearl White full-length racing stripes. The Carlisle Grand Sport also showcases all-out performance with a dual-mode exhaust and Magnetic Selective Ride Control. Corvette was born to race, and that performance DNA runs through every inch of this unique Grand Sport.
Vehicle highlights
- LS3 6.2L with dry sump oil system – hand-built at GM’s Performance Build Center
- Six-speed manual transmission
- Magnetic Selective Ride Control
- Gray six-piston brake calipers (2012 option)
- Goodyear® F1 Supercar Gen 2 tires
- Dual-mode exhaust system
- New Carlisle Blue Metallic exterior
- Cyber Gray headlamps (2012 option)
- Genuine Corvette Accessory Torque 2 silver-painted wheels in 18x10-inch (front) and 19x12-inch (rear)
- Genuine Corvette Accessory Carbon Fiber Ground Effects – front splitter and rockers
- Genuine Corvette Accessory full-width rear spoiler
- Genuine Corvette Accessory GRAND SPORT hood blanket
- Genuine Corvette Accessory Pearl White full-length stripe kit
- 4LT trim level with Ebony/Titanium leather color interior and blue stitching
- New-for-2012 Bose® Premium Audio with nine speakers, USB port and audio jack with iPod® integration on the touch screen
- Genuine Corvette Accessory GRAND SPORT Ebony floor mats
- Genuine Corvette Accessory GRAND SPORT console lid
- Genuine Corvette Accessory Racing Pedal Package
Corvette Z06 Ron Fellows ‘Hall of Fame’ Tribute
Ron Fellows has a long, distinguished racing career, including driving on the championship Corvette Racing C5.R and C6.R teams. That resume helped earn him an induction to the National Corvette Museum’s Hall of Fame in 2011. This Torch Red show car honors Fellows’ service behind the wheel, using accessories offered from Chevrolet matched with custom graphics. It’s a fitting salute to one of the fastest men ever to drive a Corvette.
Vehicle highlights
- Z06 Performance Package (Z07)
- Magnetic Selective Ride Control
- CFZ carbon fiber package with splitter and rocker moldings
- Carbon fiber raised hood
- Black headlamp housings and mirrors
- Red brake calipers
- Ebony interior with red stitching
- Suede-trimmed steering wheel, shift ****, parking brake handle and armrests with red stitching (from the 2012 Centennial package)
- Centennial-model seats
- Genuine Corvette Accessory Racing Pedal Package
- Racing-style graphics that honor racing wins, National Corvette Museum Hall of Fame, Spring Mountain Driving School and Mosport.
About Chevrolet
Founded in Detroit in 1911, Chevrolet celebrates its centennial as a global automotive brand with annual sales of about 4.25 million vehicles in more than 140 countries. Chevrolet provides consumers with fuel-efficient, safe and reliable vehicles that deliver high quality, expressive design, spirited performance and value. The Chevrolet portfolio includes iconic performance cars such as Corvette and Camaro; dependable, long-lasting pickups and SUVs such as Silverado and Suburban; and award-winning passenger cars and crossovers such as Sonic, Cruze, Malibu, Equinox and Traverse. Chevrolet also offers "gas-friendly" solutions including Cruze Eco and Volt. Cruze Eco offers 42 mpg highway while Volt offers 35 miles of electric, gasoline-free driving and an additional 344 miles of extended gasoline range, according to EPA estimates. Most new Chevrolet models offer OnStar safety, security and convenience technologies including OnStar Hands-Free Calling, Automatic Crash Response and Stolen Vehicle Slowdown. More information regarding Chevrolet models, fuel solutions and OnStar availability can be found at www.chevrolet.com.
10-27-2011, 11:06 AM
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Re: Camaro 1LE Track Pack, Camaro ZL1 Carbon Edition and more at SEMA
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Agreed. I would think a Track Pack would imply handling improvements based on the inherent rigidty of the coupe and not so much the convertible as a starting point... but you never know.
Hope this makes it way to production... I wonder how it will impact the potential for a new, separate Z28 though.
I'm guessing it won't be quite so stripped down creature-comfort-wise as the original 1LE either.
Hope this makes it way to production... I wonder how it will impact the potential for a new, separate Z28 though.
I'm guessing it won't be quite so stripped down creature-comfort-wise as the original 1LE either.
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so the 1LE is basically a ZL1 minus the motor? kinda how the grandsport is the Z06 minus the motor? i was hoping GM would do this for the camaro like they did the vette. they all look great!
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, but I like this idea better.
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So I have been thinking about this for the last few days...
Sometimes SEMA cars become reality, depending on how rooted they are in reality to begin with as well as public reaction.
What if the 1LE is being presented as something that may get a new name in the future, should it actually get built? Like...the Z28.
I have thought since the ZL1 was introduced (which had a chance of being called a Z28 up until days before), that a Z28 would be the same thing, just lighter and without the supercharged engine but keeping the suspension, wheels, etc.
Hmmmm....I will have to ask some sneaky questions to the Camaro team at SEMA...
Sometimes SEMA cars become reality, depending on how rooted they are in reality to begin with as well as public reaction.
What if the 1LE is being presented as something that may get a new name in the future, should it actually get built? Like...the Z28.
I have thought since the ZL1 was introduced (which had a chance of being called a Z28 up until days before), that a Z28 would be the same thing, just lighter and without the supercharged engine but keeping the suspension, wheels, etc.
Hmmmm....I will have to ask some sneaky questions to the Camaro team at SEMA...
10-27-2011, 01:37 PM
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So I have been thinking about this for the last few days...
Sometimes SEMA cars become reality, depending on how rooted they are in reality to begin with as well as public reaction.
What if the 1LE is being presented as something that may get a new name in the future, should it actually get built? Like...the Z28.
I have thought since the ZL1 was introduced (which had a chance of being called a Z28 up until days before), that a Z28 would be the same thing, just lighter and without the supercharged engine but keeping the suspension, wheels, etc.
Hmmmm....I will have to ask some sneaky questions to the Camaro team at SEMA...
Sometimes SEMA cars become reality, depending on how rooted they are in reality to begin with as well as public reaction.
What if the 1LE is being presented as something that may get a new name in the future, should it actually get built? Like...the Z28.
I have thought since the ZL1 was introduced (which had a chance of being called a Z28 up until days before), that a Z28 would be the same thing, just lighter and without the supercharged engine but keeping the suspension, wheels, etc.
Hmmmm....I will have to ask some sneaky questions to the Camaro team at SEMA...
It's strange that they would say the ZL1 has ZL1 pedals and ZL1 shifter
10-27-2011, 02:06 PM
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it essentially would be what the Z28 should be. NA motor and great suspension and wheels and tires. as far as the technical side of the weight and interior, i dont know. but the drivetrain combination is spot on....hopefullly a bit more power though.....
dodge has the horsepower numbers right now. the z28 should bump up to match them. maybe 460+?
dodge has the horsepower numbers right now. the z28 should bump up to match them. maybe 460+?