Considering Chevy's Current Model Designations Will We See Z28 Again?
12-02-2005, 03:09 PM
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Re: Considering Chevy's Current Model Designations Will We See Z28 Again?
Originally Posted by turbo96z28
there most certainly were Z/28-RS 67 Camaros. i did a report on the history of the car in 5th grade(shows how long i've been hooked for) and actually got to see one in person and check the build sheet.
There were 69 z28/RS's as well.
12-02-2005, 04:50 PM
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Re: Considering Chevy's Current Model Designations Will We See Z28 Again?
Originally Posted by Red Planet
repeat after me....
there has never been a Z28/SS.
Yes.....on the 4th gen, the SS model started as a Z28, (and in 96 and 97, SLP did the complete conversion.....) ....but we were very clear about keeping the nameplates separate. In fact, we asked (make that demanded) that SLP not make anything in terms of wearables with Z28-SS on them. (and I have one of the shirts to prove it!!)
there has never been a Z28/SS.
Yes.....on the 4th gen, the SS model started as a Z28, (and in 96 and 97, SLP did the complete conversion.....) ....but we were very clear about keeping the nameplates separate. In fact, we asked (make that demanded) that SLP not make anything in terms of wearables with Z28-SS on them. (and I have one of the shirts to prove it!!)
12-03-2005, 09:45 AM
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Re: Considering Chevy's Current Model Designations Will We See Z28 Again?
I'm not sure it really matters. For years the Z28 was the top Camaro, then with the 4th gen the SS became the top package. I think the return to the SS moniker was an attempt to bring back the good old days of the muscle car from the early 70s. I believe Z28 was originally a handling package. Then there was the RS which was a 60s/70s appearance package. The SS was an engine package (H.O. 350, 396).
If you were to use the SS badge today, it would/should be like a Cobra package with a super high output engine stacked on top of the Z28 car. You don't have to call the car a Z28 anymore, just an SS.
If you were to use the SS badge today, it would/should be like a Cobra package with a super high output engine stacked on top of the Z28 car. You don't have to call the car a Z28 anymore, just an SS.
12-03-2005, 09:48 AM
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Re: Considering Chevy's Current Model Designations Will We See Z28 Again?
Originally Posted by 30thZ286speed
Hmmm.....In late 1995, when the '96s were introduced the magazines had test car(s) that had Z28SS emblems on it. I don't know if they were pre-production cars or what because any production '96 SS's I've seen only have SS emblems. For reference: Car & Driver Oct. 1995, Car Carft Oct. 1995, and Hot Rod Feb. 1996
12-03-2005, 11:21 AM
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Re: Considering Chevy's Current Model Designations Will We See Z28 Again?
Originally Posted by Red Planet
Look at it this way......
When people say "I drive a Z28...."...a lot (and I do mean a lot) of people right away know it's a Camaro. When they say "I drive an SS"....you really have no idea of what the car or truck is...other than a Chevy.
Another thought.....
....the SS went away for quite a few years ....then returned.
(am I making you crazy yet???)
When people say "I drive a Z28...."...a lot (and I do mean a lot) of people right away know it's a Camaro. When they say "I drive an SS"....you really have no idea of what the car or truck is...other than a Chevy.
Another thought.....
....the SS went away for quite a few years ....then returned.
(am I making you crazy yet???)
RP- You....I mean...I oughta....grrrr......Just say.....grrr....what....why dont you just ....AAAAHHHHGGGGG!!!! pant, pant, is it January yet?
SSo Z anzwer to the very lasst quesstion- yeSS. YeSS you are making ze
craz28y- but I kinda like itss....
What I would really love to see is a return to 1967-69: Base, RS, SS, Z/28 and COPO (427) Options!! PLUS a return to Color choices including: Garnet Red, Dusk Blue, Cortez Silver, Lemans Blue, Hugger Orange...etc.
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12-03-2005, 09:19 PM
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Re: Considering Chevy's Current Model Designations Will We See Z28 Again?
Originally Posted by Red Planet
Look at it this way......
When people say "I drive a Z28...."...a lot (and I do mean a lot) of people right away know it's a Camaro. When they say "I drive an SS"....you really have no idea of what the car or truck is...other than a Chevy.
Another thought.....
....the SS went away for quite a few years ....then returned.
(am I making you crazy yet???)
When people say "I drive a Z28...."...a lot (and I do mean a lot) of people right away know it's a Camaro. When they say "I drive an SS"....you really have no idea of what the car or truck is...other than a Chevy.
Another thought.....
....the SS went away for quite a few years ....then returned.
(am I making you crazy yet???)
12-03-2005, 09:43 PM
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Re: Considering Chevy's Current Model Designations Will We See Z28 Again?
Can someone (anyone) please tell me if they might know whether or not the 5th gen Camaro (V8 models) will come with "true dual" exhaust set-ups from the factory??? I've asked this question in this forum a few times now without a response.
Thanks and I'll be all over the Z28 LS7 (I hope) model when it comes out as well,
Mike
Thanks and I'll be all over the Z28 LS7 (I hope) model when it comes out as well,
Mike
12-05-2005, 12:41 AM
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Re: Considering Chevy's Current Model Designations Will We See Z28 Again?
How I would do it:
SS - 5.3ish V8 with power similar to LS1. Few things like leather and power locks/windows standard. Softer suspension, geared for gas mileage (3.23s or 3.42s probably), but still one kick *** car.
Z28 - BIG V8 (LS7 pleeeeease!), 450-500 hp. Little lower, harder suspension, little more aggressive gearing (3.73s - 4.10s), a hood/spoiler combo that makes it stand apart, a non-nonsense ***-kicker
RS - ground effects package (similar to 4th-gen skirts) available on any model
But, I'm not gonna be mad as long as a V8, RWD, 2-door coupe comes out wearing that Camaro name.
My order:
Z28, M6, T-Tops, Pewter w/ black stripes, black leather, 4.10s, true duals for me. SS, A(4?6?), Red, vert, black leather w/ houndstooth inserts, 3.42s for the wife.
P.S. - All '96 SSs had plaques on the ashtray with a Z28SS logo, as well as one on the air filter holder, didn't they?
SS - 5.3ish V8 with power similar to LS1. Few things like leather and power locks/windows standard. Softer suspension, geared for gas mileage (3.23s or 3.42s probably), but still one kick *** car.
Z28 - BIG V8 (LS7 pleeeeease!), 450-500 hp. Little lower, harder suspension, little more aggressive gearing (3.73s - 4.10s), a hood/spoiler combo that makes it stand apart, a non-nonsense ***-kicker
RS - ground effects package (similar to 4th-gen skirts) available on any model
But, I'm not gonna be mad as long as a V8, RWD, 2-door coupe comes out wearing that Camaro name.
My order:
Z28, M6, T-Tops, Pewter w/ black stripes, black leather, 4.10s, true duals for me. SS, A(4?6?), Red, vert, black leather w/ houndstooth inserts, 3.42s for the wife.
P.S. - All '96 SSs had plaques on the ashtray with a Z28SS logo, as well as one on the air filter holder, didn't they?
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