Overview 1997 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 30th Anniversary Edition
There have been several award-winning cars from Chevrolet over the years, including the Chevrolet Camaro of 1997. There are five trim levels to the Camaro, including . The Z28 30th Anniversary Edition version is one of the more popular options, outselling other configurations. Like in 1996 the popular 5.7 liter Chevrolet has made this a popular choice for convertible buyers nationwide.
1997 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 30th Anniversary Edition Specs
The restyled Camaro Z28 30th Anniversary Edition is equipped with a 5.7-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The Chevrolet engine is mated to a General Motors four-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1996 version.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Camaro comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
The fuel system for the 1997 Camaro is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.
Statistics
The dimensions of the Camaro Z28 30th Anniversary Edition are 74.10 inches wide by 193.20 inches long. It sits 51.30 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 101.10 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The standard warranty period for the Camaro is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the convertible market.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $16,215 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $14,837. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.
MPG Ratings
The 1997 Camaro gets 29 - 30 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 in the city. This is below average for a convertible car.
In 1996 and 1997 the Camaro Z28 30th Anniversary Edition was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.
Parting Shots
The 1996 model began the promise of the Chevrolet Camaro. The 1997 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Chevrolet hopes that the Camaro Z28 30th Anniversary Edition will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
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