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Chevrolet Camaro 2nd Gen - Price, Specs and 360° Interactive

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Chevrolet Camaro 2nd Gen - Key Specifications

Chevrolet Camaro (2nd Generation) Specifications

Specification	Details
Type	Muscle / Pony Car
Released At	1970 Model Year
Built At	Norwood, Ohio & Van Nuys, California, USA
Engine	Various: 4.1L I6, 5.0L V8, 5.7L V8, 6.5L V8, 7.4L V8
Position	Front-Engine, Longitudinal
Aspiration	Naturally Aspirated
Block Material	Cast Iron
Valvetrain	OHV, 2 Valves per Cylinder
Fuel Feed	Carbureted
Displacement	4097 cc to 7443 cc / 250 to 454 in³
Power	155 - 375 hp / 116 - 280 kW (varies by engine)
Specific Output	Approx. 35 - 55 hp per liter
Torque	325 - 610 Nm / 240 - 450 lb-ft
Top Speed	190 - 225 km/h / 118 - 140 mph (approximate)
0 – 60 mph	6.0 - 8.0 seconds (depending on engine)
0 – 100 km/h	6.2 - 8.2 seconds
Body / Frame	Unibody with Subframe
Driven Wheels	RWD (Rear-Wheel Drive)
Wheel Type	Steel / Alloy (Optional Rally or Z28 Wheels)
Front Tires	F70-14 / GR70-15 (varied by trim and year)
Rear Tires	F70-14 / GR70-15
Front Brakes	Disc Brakes
Rear Brakes	Drum Brakes
Front Wheels	14 x 6.0 in / 15 x 7.0 in (varies)
Rear Wheels	14 x 6.0 in / 15 x 7.0 in
Front Suspension	Independent with Coil Springs
Rear Suspension	Leaf Springs with Solid Axle
Curb Weight	1500 - 1700 kg / 3300 - 3750 lbs
Weight Distribution	Front 55% / Rear 45%
Wheelbase	2743 mm / 108 in
Length	4872 mm / 191.8 in (1970 model)
Width	1880 mm / 74 in
Height	1275 mm / 50.2 in
Transmission	3-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Manual, 3-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy (Combined)	Varies, typically 10 - 14 mpg / 16.8 - 23.5 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity	76 liters / 20 gallons

Some Interesting Facts

Chevrolet Camaro 2nd Gen Price Specifications

All-New Design from the Ground Up – The 2nd-gen Camaro debuted in 1970 with a longer, lower, and wider body, heavily inspired by European sports cars, particularly Ferrari and Jaguar styling cues.

No Convertible Option – Unlike the 1st-gen, the 2nd-generation Camaro was never offered as a convertible, making it the only generation without a drop-top option.

RS, SS, and Z28 Performance Trims Offered – Throughout the 1970s, the Camaro lineup featured multiple trims, including the Rally Sport (RS) appearance package, the Super Sport (SS), and the Z28 performance model.

Z28 Returned with Trans-Am Racing Heritage – The 1970 Z28 featured a high-revving LT-1 350 V8 with 360 hp, designed for SCCA Trans-Am competition, making it one of the most desirable performance Camaros of the era.

Survived the 1970s Emissions Era – Despite tightening emissions regulations, rising insurance costs, and the oil crisis, the Camaro remained in production, adapting with lower compression engines and catalytic converters.

Famous “Split-Bumper” Design on Early RS Models – The 1970–1973 Rally Sport models featured a unique split front bumper, which has since become a highly recognizable and collectible design feature.

Popular in Pop Culture and Racing – The 2nd-gen Camaro has appeared in numerous movies, TV shows, and race events, cementing its status as a muscle car icon of the '70s.

Major Facelifts in 1974 and 1978 – In 1974, the Camaro received a redesigned front and rear to meet federal crash standards, and again in 1978, it got a new nose, taillights, and wraparound rear window to modernize its look.

The Berlinetta Model Focused on Luxury – Chevrolet introduced the Berlinetta trim in the early 1980s, offering a more luxurious interior, digital dash, and softer suspension, targeting a comfort-oriented buyer.

Last Year of Production in 1981 Before the 3rd Gen – The 2nd-generation Camaro concluded in 1981, after a remarkable 12-year run, the longest of any Camaro generation at the time, and was succeeded by the more angular and modern 3rd-gen Camaro in 1982.

Chevrolet Camaro 2nd Gen. Price

The second-gen Camaro is a muscle car icon, blending sleek styling with big-block power.

Here's the definitive EU market breakdown for these increasingly collectible classics:

1. Price Ranges (EUR, Mid-2024)

By Model & Condition

Base Coupe (V8, Non-Z28)

Project Car: €15,000 – €30,000(Needs full restoration)

Driver-Quality: €30,000 – €50,000(Running, minor flaws)

Show-Quality: €50,000 – €80,000(Numbers-matching, restored)

Z28 (Performance Model, 350ci V8)

Project: €25,000 – €45,000

Good Condition: €45,000 – €75,000

Concours-Level: €75,000 – €120,000+

Big-Block (396/454ci SS)

Restored: €60,000 – €100,000

Numbers-Matching: €100,000 – €150,000+(Rare in EU)

2. Key Value Factors

✅ Originality

Matching-Numbers Engine: Adds 30–50% value (check stamp pad)

Factory SS/Z28 Trim: Verify cowl tag codes ("13" = Z28)

✅ Rust & Body Issues

Critical Areas: Frame rails, floor pans, rear wheel arches

T-Tops (1978–1981): Check for leaks (common issue)

✅ Provenance

Protect-O-Plate/Dealer Docs: +€5k–€10k

Racing History: Ex-SCCA Trans-Am cars fetch €150k+

3. Where to Buy in the EU?

Classic Dealers: Classic Trader, Car & Classic

US Imports: Add €5k–€10k for shipping/taxes

Auctions: Catawiki, Bring a Trailer (for rare models)

4. Market Trends

📈 Appreciation Leaders

1970–1973 Z28s: Up 10% yearly (now €80k+ for clean examples)

Split-Bumper (1970–1973): +20% premium over later models

⚠️ Pitfalls

Clone Cars: Base models rebadged as SS/Z28 (decode VIN!)

Non-Original Engines: Deduct 30% for incorrect blocks

(Fun Fact: The 1970½ Camaro introduced the iconic "split bumper" – deleted in 1974 due to crash regulations!)

Pro Tip: Decode the cowl tag for:

Style: 1 = Coupe, 2 = Convertible

Paint: "69" = Hugger Orange, "57" = Rallye Green

(Bonus: The Z28’s 350ci LT1 could rev to 6,500 rpm – unheard of for 1970s muscle cars!)