2001ChevroletCamaroChevrolet Camaro2001 Chevrolet Camaro Base ConvertibleConvertibleConvertibleRWDSte.-Therese, Quebec, CanadaMore horsepower is on tap for the Z28, newly-styled chrome 16" wheels are a new option for base and Z28 models and Sunset Orange Metallic is added to the list of colors.Fun (Base), fast (Z28), furious (SS). Chrysler Concorde front styling, cheapo interior materials, boy-racer image."From the country that invented rock 'n' roll" claimed the advertisements for this Quebec, Canada-built sport coupe when it was redesigned in 1993. A small technicality, we suppose, but there are no technicalities when it comes to the Camaro's performance abilities, particularly in Z28 or SS guise. These Camaros are blazingly quick, hold the road tenaciously, cost less than the average price of a new car in this country and get decent gas mileage when they're not being hammered along a twisty, two-lane road. Two trim levels are available for 2001 in either coupe or convertible bodystyles. Base Camaros are powered by a 3800 Series II V6 that makes 200 horsepower. Mated to a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission, this sufficiently stout motor makes a strong argument for avoiding the higher insurance rates and prices of the Z28. An optional performance-handling package puts dual exhaust, tighter steering and a limited-slip differential on the V6 Camaro. The Z28 is the go-faster Camaro. Equipped with a detuned Corvette 5.7-liter V8, the Z28 makes 310 horsepower, 50 more horses than the Mustang GT. Opt for the SS performance package and you get 320 real horsepower (same as the 1999 Mustang Cobra), thanks to forced air induction through an aggressive-looking hood scoop. The SS gets to 60 mph from rest in a little over five seconds. SLP Engineering - known for working magic with GM's F-Bodies since the late '80s - supplies the parts to turn a Z28 into an SS. For 2001, revisions are few. Revalved shocks, newly restyled 16" chrome wheels, an additional five horsepower for the LS1-powered Z28 and one new exterior color are available. The interior of the Camaro is functional, but cheap in appearance. Visibility is nothing to brag about either. The Camaro holds a respectable amount of gear in the cargo hold (more than 33 cubic feet of space with the generally useless rear seats folded down), and airbags and antilock brakes are standard. Rumors are still flying that GM is set to kill the Camaro, and since no product is scheduled for the Canadian Camaro plant after 2002, those rumors are likely true. Steadily declining sales are to blame, and the company is eager to slice non-performing models from the lineup. If the Camaro dies, it would be a real shame because - from a bang-for-the-buck standpoint - the Z28 is unbeatable. More mature drivers can order traction control, but that option defeats some of the fun of Chevy's pony car: smoky, adolescent burnouts that leave the drivers behind choking on charred Goodyears. Ford MustangMitsubishi Eclipse SpyderPontiac FirebirdVolkswagen Cabrio336,000336,000336,0006100,000NANANA63.8 litersV6200 hp @ 5200 rpm225 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm193.5 in.74.1 in.51.8 in.3500 lbs.101.1 in.38 in.39 in.57.4 in.43.5 in.53.5 in.43.7 in.43 in.26.8 in.7.6 cu.ft.StandardStandardNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableOptionalNot AvailableRating = Not TestedRating = Not TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot Tested16.8 gal.19 mpg / 31 mpg19 mpg / 31 mpg319 mi. / 521 mi.319 mi. / 521 mi.Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not.$22,299$24,3707.35%$575N/A3% of the Total MSRPBASE COUPE (5M): 3.8L V6 OHV SMPI 12-valve engine; 5-speed OD manual transmission; 690 amp battery with run down protection; 105 amp alternator; rear-wheel drive, 3.23 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; firm-ride suspension, front independent suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, gas-pressurized front shocks, rigid rear axle trailing arm suspension with anti-roll bar, rear coil springs, gas-pressurized rear shocks; rack-and-pinion power steering; 4-wheel antilock disc brakes; 16.8 gal. capacity fuel tank; rear wing spoiler, side impact bars; class I trailering; front and rear body-colored bumpers; clearcoat monotone paint; aero-composite halogen fully auto headlamps with daytime running lights; driver's and passenger's body-colored outside mirrors, driver's manual remote outside mirror, passenger's manual outside mirror; 16" x 7.5" steel wheels; P215/60SR16 BSW touring A/S tires; compact steel spare wheel; air conditioning; AM/FM stereo radio, clock, seek-scan feature,cassette player, 4 speakers, fixed antenna; 2 power accessory outlets, front lighter element(s), driver's foot rest, retained accessory power, smoker's package; instrumentation display includes tachometer, oil pressure gauge, water temperature gauge, volt gauge, trip odometer; warning indicators include low oil level, lights on, key in ignition, low fuel, trunk ajar, service interval; driver's and passenger's front airbags; ignition disable; tinted windows; variable intermittent front windshield wipers, sun visor strip; seating capacity of 4, front bucket seats with fixed headrests, center armrest with storage, driver's and passenger's seats include 4-way adjustment; full folding rear bench seat; cloth seats, cloth door trim insert with carpet lower, full cloth headliner, full carpet floor covering with floor mats; interior lights include dome light, front reading lights; steering wheel with tilt adjustment; vanity mirrors; day/night rearview mirror; full floor console, locking glovebox with light, front and rear cupholders, driver's and passenger's door bins; carpeted cargo floor, cargo cover, cargo light; black side window moldings, black front windshield molding, black rear window molding and body-colored door handles.
Z28 COUPE (4A) (in addition to or instead of BASE COUPE (5M) equipment): 5.7L V8 OHV SMPI 16-valve engine; 4-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up torque converter; 525 amp battery with run down protection; viscous limited-slip differential, 2.73 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust with tailpipe finisher; sport-ride suspension; 16" x 8" cast aluminum wheels; P235/55SR16 BSW touring A/S tires; premium AM/FM stereo radio, 8 premium speakers, premium amplifier, auto equalizer and theft deterrent.
BASE CONVERTIBLE (5M) (in addition to or instead of BASE COUPE (5M) equipment): power convertible roof with lining, glass rear window; body-colored bodyside molding; additional exterior lights include front fog/driving lights; driver's and passenger's power remote body-colored outside mirrors; premium AM/FM stereo radio, 8 premium speakers, premium amplifier, auto equalizer, theft deterrent, radio steering wheel controls; cruise control; power door locks with 2-stage unlock, remote keyless entry, power remote hatch/trunk release; panic alarm, security system; tinted windows with driver's 1-touch down function; rear window defroster; leather-wrapped gearshift knob; interior lights include front reading lights, illuminated entry; leather-wrapped steering wheel.
Z28 CONVERTIBLE (4A) (in addition to or instead of Z28 COUPE (4A) equipment): Power convertible roof with lining, glass rear window; additional exterior lights include front fog/driving lights; radio steering wheel controls; cruise control; power remote hatch/trunk release; panic alarm, security system; power windows with driver's 1-touch down function; driver's and passenger's power remote body-colored outside mirrors; driver's seat includes 4-way power adjustment, 8-way adjustment and leather-wrapped gearshift knob.