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1997 Chevrolet Camaro 2dr Convertible RS

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Chevrolet Camaro 2dr Convertible RS
Chevrolet Camaro 2dr Convertible RS
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$23,170
Base Invoice:
$21,201
Destination:
$525
Engine/Fuel:
3.8L/231 Gas V6
Transmission:
5 Speed Manual w/OD
Door/Body Style:
2 Door Convertible RS
Drive Type:
Rear Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
19/30

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Subcompact
Engine
Engine Order Code : L36
Engine Type : Gas V6
Displacement : 3.8L/231
Fuel System : SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 200 @ 5200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 225 @ 4000
Transmission
Drivetrain : Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code : MX0
Trans Type : 4
Trans Description Cont. : Automatic w/OD,
Trans Description Cont. Again : Electronic
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 3.06
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.63
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.00
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 0.70
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 2.29
Clutch Size (in) :
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 3.08
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) :
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 19
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 29
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : 690
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 105
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 13.4
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 3446
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 1000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 100
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) :
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) :
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : Independent SLA
Suspension Type - Rear : Torque Arm
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : 46
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : 46
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : 1.26
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : 0.67
Brakes
Brake Type : Power
Brake ABS System : 4-wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.7 x 1.26
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 11.4 x 0.8
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) :
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) :
Tires
Front Tire Order Code : QCB
Rear Tire Order Code : QCB
Spare Tire Order Code :
Front Tire Size : P245/50ZR16
Rear Tire Size : P245/50ZR16
Spare Tire Size : T125/70D15
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 16 x 8.0
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 16 x 8.0
Spare Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 4.0
Front Wheel Material : Chrome
Rear Wheel Material : Chrome
Spare Wheel Material : Steel
Steering
Steering Type : Power Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 14.4
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 2.28
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 40.64
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : 42.46
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 15.5
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 101.1
Length, Overall (in) : 193.2
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 74.1
Height, Overall (in) : 52.0
Tread Width, Front (in) : 60.7
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 60.6
Min Ground Clearance (in) : 4.0
Liftover Height (in) : 35.1
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume (ft³) : 7.6
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 4
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 80.6
Front Head Room (in) : 38.0
Front Leg Room (in) : 43.0
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 57.4
Front Hip Room (in) : 52.8
Second Head Room (in) : 39.0
Second Leg Room (in) : 26.8
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 43.5
Second Hip Room (in) : 43.7
Summary
Vehicle Name : Camaro
Body Style : 2 Door Convertible RS

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 19/hwy 30 (3.8L engine/5-speed manual trans)
City 19/hwy 29 (3.8L engine/4-speed auto trans)
EXTERIOR
2 component clear-coat paint
Pwr folding convertible top
Three piece hard boot w/storage bag
Body-color bumper fascias w/special styled front/rear lower fascia extensions
Body lowering ground effects
Integral rear spoiler
Miniquad halogen headlamps
Daytime running lights
Dual body-colored sport mirrors (LH remote/RH manual)
Solar-Ray tinted glass
Rear window glass
Intermittent wiper system
INTERIOR
Cloth reclining front bucket seats w/30th anniversary logo, integral head restraints, full folding rear seat back, 4-way manual driver-side seat adjuster
Scotchgard fabric protector-inc: seats, door trim, floor mats & floor covering
Center console w/cup holders/storage compartment
Full floor carpeting-inc: cargo area
Carpeted front floor mats
Tilt-wheel steering wheel
PASS-Key II theft deterrent system
125 MPH speedometer
Gauge pkg w/tachometer
Check gauges warning light
Low oil level indicator system
Headlamps-on reminder
Air conditioning
Rear window defogger
Side window defoggers
ETR AM/FM stereo w/cassette-inc: seek-scan, digital clock, search, repeat, extended range rear speakers
Premium coaxial speaker system
Auxiliary pwr outlet in console
Day/night rearview mirror w/dual reading lamps
Full headliner
Dual covered visor mirrors w/storage straps
Rear seat courtesy lamp
Trunk lamp
Storage compartment in doors
Closeout panel for cargo compartment area
MECHANICAL
3.8L (231) SFI V6 engine
Single serpentine belt accessory drive
5-speed manual transmission w/OD
3.23 rear axle ratio
Rear wheel drive
Battery rundown protection
Firm ride/handling suspension
Short-long arm (SLA) front suspension system
4-wheel coil spring suspension system w/computer-selected springs
Front/rear stabilizer bars
Monotube gas-charged deCarbon front/rear shocks
P235/55R16 SBR BSW touring tires
T125/70D15 high pressure compact spare tire
16" x 8" cast aluminum wheels
Pwr rack & pinion steering
Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes
4-wheel anti-lock brake system
15.5 gallon fuel tank
Stainless steel exhaust system
SAFETY FEATURES
4-wheel anti-lock brake system
Driver & front passenger air bags
Front/rear manual lap/shoulder safety belts
Energy absorbing 5-MPH front/rear bumpers
Daytime running lights

Options

NO OPTION KIND
CALIFORNIA/NEW YORK/MASSACHUSETTS EMISSION OVERRIDE *must be ordered for units shipped to dealers in the states of California, New York or Massachusetts w/Federal Emissions* (REQ: FE9 Emissions) STANDARAD
FEDERAL EMISSION OVERRIDE *must be ordered for units shipped to dealers in Federal areas w/California, New York or Massachusetts Emissions* (REQ: YF5 or NG1 Emissions) STANDARAD
MULTIPLE ORDER ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STANDARAD
PRELIMINARY INVOICE STANDARAD
FRONT LICENSE PLATE BRACKET STANDARAD
CARPETED REAR FLOOR MATS $15
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY -inc: theft deterrent alarm (N/A w/1SR Preferred Equipment Group) $225
COLOR-KEYED BODY-SIDE MOLDINGS $60
PERFORMANCE HANDLING PKG -inc: limited slip axle, 4-wheel disc brakes, dual outlet exhaust, sport steering ratio (w/MX0 Trans-inc: 3.42 axle ratio) (N/A w/1SR Preferred Equipment Group) $400
ETR AM/FM STEREO W/CASSETTE, AUTO TONE CONTROL -inc: seek-scan, digital clock, theft lock, speed compensated volume $215
ETR AM/FM STEREO W/COMPACT DISC, AUTO TONE CONTROL -inc: seek-scan, digital clock, theft lock, speed compensated volume $315
REMOTE CD CHANGER W/12-DISC MAGAZINE (REQ: UL0 Stereo System) $595
6-WAY PWR DRIVER SEAT $270
16" X 8" CHROME ALUMINUM WHEELS $500
Emission System
FEDERAL EMISSION EQUIPMENT STANDARAD
NEW YORK/MASSACHUSETTS EMISSION EQUIPMENT STANDARAD
CALIFORNIA EMISSION EQUIPMENT STANDARAD
Engine
3.8L (231) SFI V6 ENGINE (STD) STANDARAD
Transmission
5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) STANDARAD
4-SPEED ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD -inc: 3.08 axle ratio,brake/ transmission shift interlock, 2nd gear start $815
Tires
P235/55R16 SBR BSW TOURING TIRES (STD) STANDARAD
PEG
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP -inc: base vehicle STANDARAD
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 1 -inc: pwr door locks, elect speed control w/resume speed, remote trunk release, fog lamps *NET* $565
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 2 -inc: pwr door locks, elect speed control w/resume speed, remote trunk release, fog lamps, pwr windows w/driver-side express down, dual remote elect sport mirrors,leather-wrapped steering wheel/ trans shifter/parking brake handle, remote keyless entry w/illum interior feature, theft deterrent alarm system *NET* $1,231
Seat Type
BUCKET SEATS (STD) STANDARAD
Seat Trim
CLOTH SEAT TRIM (STD) STANDARAD
LEATHER SEAT TRIM $499
Paint Type
SOLID PAINT (STD) STANDARAD

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
Basic:
3 Years/36,000 Miles
No Deductible
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint - 3 years/36,000 miles

Emissions:
Emission component coverage - Varies by geographical region

Roadside Assistance:
Courtesy Care Roadside Assistance Program
includes - Toll Free Assistance # 1-800-CHEV-USA Free Towing to nearest Chevy Dealer
Locksmith Services, Flat Tire Repair, Jump Start & Fuel delivery

Courtesy transportation - Applies when vehicle is left at participating dealer for warranty covered repairs (see dealer for details)
Recall
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
96V219000

Potential Number Of Units Affected:
1,573

Summary:
These vehicles were manufactured with seat belt retractors out of design position which can cause the retractor to lock-up on slopes less severe than the FMVSS requirement. This does not comply with FMVSS #209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the seat belts for proper front seat belt retractor position. Retractors found to be improperly positioned will be reinstalled correctly.

Notes:
Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020.

Dates of Manufacture:
June - Sept 1996

Manufacturer Recall Number:
06069