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1997 Chevrolet Camaro 2dr Cpe SS

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Chevrolet Camaro 2dr Cpe SS
Chevrolet Camaro 2dr Cpe SS
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$20,115
Base Invoice:
$18,405
Destination:
$525
Engine/Fuel:
5.7L/350 Gas V8
Transmission:
4 Speed Automatic w/OD,
Door/Body Style:
2 Door Coupe SS
Drive Type:
Rear Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
16/27

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Subcompact
Engine
Engine Order Code : LT1
Engine Type : Gas V8
Displacement : 5.7L/350
Fuel System : SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 310 @ - TBD -
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 335 @ 2400
Transmission
Drivetrain : Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code : MN6
Trans Type : 6
Trans Description Cont. : Manual w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again :
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.66
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.78
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.30
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 1.00
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) : 0.74
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) : 0.50
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 2.90
Clutch Size (in) : 11.02
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 3.42
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) :
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 17
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 25
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : 525
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 140
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 15.1
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 3433
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) : 0.75
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 : QLC
Rear Tire Order Code : QLC
Spare Tire Order Code :
Front Tire Size : 275/40ZR17
Rear Tire Size : 275/40ZR17
Spare Tire Size : T125/70D15
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 17 x 9.0
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 17 x 9.0
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) : 40.09
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : 41.92
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) : 51.3
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
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up (ft³) : 12.9
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down (ft³) : 32.8
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 4
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 81.9
Front Head Room (in) : 37.2
Front Leg Room (in) : 43.0
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 57.4
Front Hip Room (in) : 52.8
Second Head Room (in) : 35.3
Second Leg Room (in) : 26.8
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 55.8
Second Hip Room (in) : 44.4
Summary
Vehicle Name : Camaro
Body Style : 2 Door Coupe SS

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 16/hwy 27 (5.7L engine/6-speed manual trans)
City 17/hwy 25 (5.7L engine/4-speed auto trans)
EXTERIOR
2 component clear-coat paint
Special black roof treatment
Body-color bumper fascias
Composite hood w/functional air scoop
Revised rear decklid spoiler
Miniquad halogen headlamps
Daytime running lights
Dual black special mirrors (LH remote/RH manual)
Solar-Ray tinted glass
Intermittent wiper system
Three-dimensional SS graphics
INTERIOR
Cloth reclining front bucket seats w/30th anniversary logo, integral head restraints, full folding rear seat back, 2-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
150 MPH speedometer
Gauge pkg w/tachometer
Check gauges warning light
Low oil level indicator system
Low coolant level indicator system
Headlamps-on reminder
Air conditioning
Side window defoggers
ETR AM/FM stereo w/cassette-inc: seek-scan, digital clock, search, repeat, extended range rear speakers
Auxiliary pwr outlet in console
Day/night rearview mirror w/dual reading lamps
Dual covered visor mirrors w/storage straps
Dome lamp
Storage compartment in doors
Closeout panel for cargo compartment area
MECHANICAL
5.7L (350) SFI V8 engine-inc: 305 horsepower, synthetic engine oil, stainless steel high-flow exhaust manifolds
Underhood forced air induction system
Single serpentine belt accessory drive
4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/OD
Limited slip rear differential axle
3.42 rear axle ratio
Rear wheel drive
Battery rundown protection
Platinum tip spark plugs
Level I upgraded suspension components-inc: larger front anti-sway bar, rear track bar
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
275/40ZR17 BF Goodrich Comp T/A tires
T125/70D15 high pressure compact spare tire
17" x 9" ZR1-styled cast aluminum wheels
Pwr rack & pinion steering
Pwr 4-wheel disc 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
SS TIRE PROCESSING OPTION $225
MULTIPLE ORDER ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STANDARAD
PRELIMINARY INVOICE STANDARAD
PERFORMANCE AXLE -inc: 3.23 axle ratio (REQ: MX0 Trans) $300
FRONT LICENSE PLATE BRACKET STANDARAD
CARPETED REAR FLOOR MATS $15
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY -inc: theft deterrent alarm (N/A w/1SG Preferred Equipment Group) $225
COLOR-KEYED BODY-SIDE MOLDINGS $60
TRANSPARENT REMOVABLE ROOF PANELS -inc: locks, lockable stowage provisions, removable roof panel sunshades $995
MONOCHROMATIC ROOF *replaces special black roof w/body color roof & mirrors* STANDARAD
ETR AM/FM STEREO W/CASSETTE, AUTO TONE CONTROL -inc: seek-scan, digital clock, theft lock, speed compensated volume $350
ETR AM/FM STEREO W/COMPACT DISC, AUTO TONE CONTROL -inc: seek-scan, digital clock, theft lock, speed compensated volume $450
REMOTE CD CHANGER W/12-DISC MAGAZINE (REQ: UL0 Stereo System) $595
6-WAY PWR DRIVER SEAT (N/A w/1SG Preferred Equipment Group) $270
30TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION -inc: white 5-spoke aluminum wheels, white monochromatic exterior w/orange stripes,30th anniversary embroidered emblems on front floor mats/headrests (REQ: 1SJ Preferred Equipment Group, AG1 Pwr Seat) (REQ: QLC Tires) (REQ: __C or __3 Seat Trim) $575
Z4C SUPPLEMENTAL SS PKG -inc: unique orange hood/roof/decklid stripes, white SS wheels, badges, commemorative car cover w/locking cable and tote bag (REQ: Z4C Anniversary Edition) $349
** A SEPARATE SALES AGREEMENT WITH SLP MUST BE COMPLETED AND SENT TO SLP ENGINEERING INC. TO ORDER THE SS ALTERATION. THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS ARE ORDERED DIRECTLY FROM SLP VIA THE SALES AGREEMENT ** STANDARAD
HURST 6-SPEED MANUAL SHIFTER -inc: leather-wrapped shift knob w/embossed Hurst "H" (REQ: MN6 Trans) $349
"CAT BACK" PERFORMANCE EXHAUST SYSTEM -inc: 310 horsepower engine output, larger exhaust pipes, freer flowing muffler $499
LEVEL II BILSTEIN SPORT SUSPENSION PKG -inc: specially valved front/rear Bilstein shocks, progressive rate springs, revised rear lower control arms/transmission mount $999
TORSEN TORQUE SENSING LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL W/AAM ALUMINUM REAR AXLE COVER -inc: performance lubricants pkg $999
CUSTOM CAR COVER -inc: locking cable w/SS graphics silk screened on silver cover and tote bag $159
PREMIUM HD FRONT FLOOR MATS W/EMBROIDERED SS LOGO $99
ENGINE OIL COOLER PKG *Reduces engine oil operating temperatures* $299
PERFORMANCE LUBRICANTS PKG -inc: synthetic engine oil/rear axle fluid, premium synthetic media oil filter, semi-synthetic pwr steering fluid $79
Model Option
SS ALTERATION PKG -inc: 305 horsepower engine output,composite hood w/functional air scoop, underhood forced air induction system, high-flow exhaust manifolds, revised rear decklid spoiler, 275/40ZR17 Comp T/A tires, 17" x 9" ZR1 aluminum wheels, Level I upgraded suspension components (REQ: QLC Tire Processing Option) $3,999
Emission System
FEDERAL EMISSION EQUIPMENT STANDARAD
NEW YORK/MASSACHUSETTS EMISSION EQUIPMENT $170
CALIFORNIA EMISSION EQUIPMENT $170
Engine
5.7L (350) SFI V8 ENGINE (STD) STANDARAD
Transmission
4-SPEED ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD -inc: brake/transmission shift interlock (STD) (REQ: GU5 Axle) STANDARAD
6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/5TH & 6TH GEAR OD, PERFORMANCE AXLE STANDARAD
Tires
275/40ZR17 BF GOODRICH COMP T/A TIRES (STD) STANDARAD
SUPPLEMENTAL SET OF 275/40ZR17 COMP T/A R1 COMPETITION SERIES TIRES MOUNTED ON SECOND SET OF SS WHEELS *not intended for long term use on public roads - shipped separately to dealer* $1,899
PEG
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP -inc: base vehicle STANDARAD
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 1 -inc: pwr door locks, elect speed control w/resume speed, remote hatch release, fog lamps, 4-way manual driver-side seat adjuster *NET* $600
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 2 -inc: pwr door locks, elect speed control w/resume speed, remote hatch release, fog lamps, 4-way manual driver-side seat adjuster, 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* $1,266
Seat Type
BUCKET SEATS (STD) STANDARAD
Seat Trim
CLOTH SEAT TRIM (STD) STANDARAD
LEATHER SEAT TRIM (N/A w/1SG Preferred Equipment Group) $499
Z4C 30TH ANNIVERSARY CLOTH SEAT TRIM (REQ: Z4C Anniversary Edition) STANDARAD
Z4C 30TH ANNIVERSARY LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: Z4C Anniversary Edition) $499
Paint Type
SOLID PAINT (STD) STANDARAD
SEBRING SILVER METALLIC PAINT $299
Rear Defogger
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER NOT DESIRED STANDARAD
ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER $170

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:
Roadside Basic Care Assistance Program includes - Toll Free Assistance # 1-800-CHEV-USA
Free Towing to nearest Chevy Dealer Reasonable cost Wrecker, locksmith/key service, glass repair, etc.

Courtesy transportation - Applies when vehicle is left at participating dealer for warranty covered repairs (see dealer for details).

SLP Engineering: warranty covers SS standard content and options. The balance of the vehicle, which is not affected by the alteration, is covered by GM's limited warranty.
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
News - Crash Test Results
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS:

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: * * * * * Passenger: * * * * *

Side crash ratings:
Driver: * * * Rear Passenger: * * * *

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.