Camaro brochure from the 1967 model
Throughout the years, the Chevrolet Camaro has inspired people, starting way back in September 1966, the first generation Camaro proved to be very popular. Right up to the present day, with the last Camaro being last produced in 2002.
However, theres good news for Chevy Camaro fans, there is a new fifth generation Camaro, due to be released in the Spring of 2009. The fans can't wait and the pictures are nothing short of outstanding, which should prove that the Camaro has not lost its shine, even after close to 40 years.
The original Camaro was released on September 26, 1966 as a 1967 model. It lasted for three years before being replaced by the 2nd-generation model. Features of the first-generation Camaro included a brand new rear-wheel drive GM F-body platform, available as a 2-doors, 2+2 seating, coupe or convertible with a choice of six-cylinder and V8 powerplants. It contained many mechanical components and parts of the Chevrolet Nova II.
The second-generation Camaro, released in 1970 lasted 13 years of production was longer, lower, and wider than the first generation Camaro and was not available as a convertible. Refinements included chassis and suspension improvements which resulted in greater performance and comfort.
An example of second-generation Camaro
The third-generation Camaro was released in 1982 and included factory fuel injection, options for a four-speed automatic transmissions or five-speed manual transmissions, four-cylinder engines, 16-inch wheels, and hatchback bodies. Suspension improvements resulted in better cornering than the previous model. The production of the third-generation Chevrolet Camaro ran until 1992.
The fourth-generation Camaro was first seen in 1993 and went back to basics, meaning it was available with 2-doors, 2+2 seating, coupe option (with optional T-top roof) or convertible, rear-wheel drive, and a choice of V6 and V8 engines. This generation Camaro lasted until 2002 when the car was discontinued due to lack of demand and overcapacity of plant production.
The fifth-generation Camaro will officially debut in March 2009, but has already been spotted in several locations, including in the Transformers movie.
Special versions of the Camaro have been released over the years, including the SS version and the Z/28 sporting features such as bigger engines and sportier exterior features.
