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1997 Chevrolet Camaro

1997 Chevrolet Camaro Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$16,215 - $25,520

Original MSRP:
$14,837 - $23,351

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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
Overall Safety Rating

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.
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1997 Chevrolet Camaro Review

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Warranty Information
Basic: 3 Years/36,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 96V219000
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

1997 Chevrolet Camaro Models & Prices

1997 Chevrolet Camaro BASE
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Cpe $16,215 $14,837 $242 / Month*
2dr Convertible $21,770 $19,920 $325 / Month*
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1997 Chevrolet Camaro R7C Pkg
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Cpe R7C Pkg (CMI) $17,470 $15,985 $261 / Month*
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1997 Chevrolet Camaro RS
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Cpe RS $17,970 $16,443 $268 / Month*
2dr Convertible RS $23,170 $21,201 $346 / Month*
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1997 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Cpe Z28 $20,115 $18,405 $300 / Month*
2dr Convertible Z28 $25,520 $23,351 $381 / Month*
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1997 Chevrolet Camaro SS
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Cpe SS $20,115 $18,405 $300 / Month*
2dr Convertible SS $25,520 $23,351 $381 / Month*
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1997 Chevrolet Camaro Features and Standard Equipment

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS Features
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
City 16/hwy 27 (5.7L engine/6-speed manual trans)       • •
City 17/hwy 25 (5.7L engine/4-speed auto trans)       • •
City 19/hwy 29 (3.8L engine/4-speed auto trans) • • •    
City 19/hwy 30 (3.8L engine/5-speed manual trans) • • •    
EXTERIOR Features
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
2 component clear-coat paint • • • • •
Body lowering ground effects     •    
Body-color bumper fascias • •   • •
Body-color bumper fascias w/special styled front/rear lower fascia extensions     •    
Composite hood w/functional air scoop         •
Daytime running lights • • • • •
Dual black special mirrors (LH remote/RH manual)       • •
Dual body-colored sport mirrors (LH remote/RH manual) •   • • •
Dual remote electric sport mirrors   •      
Fog lamps   •      
Integral rear spoiler • • • •  
Intermittent wiper system • • • • •
Miniquad halogen headlamps • • • • •
Pwr folding convertible top •   • • •
Rear window glass •   • • •
Revised rear decklid spoiler         •
Solar-Ray tinted glass • • • • •
Special black roof treatment       • •
Three piece hard boot w/storage bag •   • • •
Three-dimensional SS graphics         •
INTERIOR Features
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
125 MPH speedometer • • •    
150 MPH speedometer       • •
Air conditioning • • • • •
Auxiliary pwr outlet in console • • • • •
Carpeted front floor mats • • • • •
Center console w/cup holders/storage compartment • • • • •
Check gauges warning light • • • • •
Closeout panel for cargo compartment area • • • • •
Cloth reclining front bucket seats w/30th anniversary logo, integral head restraints, full folding rear seat back, 2-way manual driver-side seat adjuster       • •
Cloth reclining front bucket seats w/30th anniversary logo, integral head restraints, full folding rear seat back, 4-way manual driver-side seat adjuster • • • • •
Day/night rearview mirror w/dual reading lamps • • • • •
Dome lamp • • • • •
Dual covered visor mirrors w/storage straps • • • • •
Electric speed control w/resume speed   •      
ETR AM/FM stereo w/cassette-inc: seek-scan, digital clock, search, repeat, extended range rear speakers • • • • •
Full floor carpeting-inc: cargo area • • • • •
Full headliner •   • • •
Gauge pkg w/tachometer • • • • •
Headlamps-on reminder • • • • •
Leather-wrapped steering wheel/transmission shifter/parking brake handle   •      
Low coolant level indicator system       • •
Low oil level indicator system • • • • •
PASS-Key II theft deterrent system • • • • •
Premium coaxial speaker system •   • • •
Pwr door lock system   •      
Pwr windows w/driver-side express down   •      
Rear seat courtesy lamp •   • • •
Rear window defogger •   • • •
Remote hatch release   •      
Remote keyless entry w/illuminated interior feature   •      
Scotchgard fabric protector-inc: seats, door trim, floor mats & floor covering • • • • •
Side window defoggers • • • • •
Storage compartment in doors • • • • •
Theft deterrent alarm system   •      
Tilt-wheel steering wheel • • • • •
Trunk lamp •   • • •
MECHANICAL Features
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
15.5 gallon fuel tank • • • • •
16" x 7.5" steel wheels w/bolt-on full wheel covers •        
16" x 8" cast aluminum wheels     • • •
16" x 8" chrome aluminum wheels   •      
17" x 9" ZR1-styled cast aluminum wheels         •
275/40ZR17 BF Goodrich Comp T/A tires         •
3.23 rear axle ratio • • •    
3.42 rear axle ratio       • •
3.8L (231) SFI V6 engine • • •    
4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/OD       • •
4-wheel anti-lock brake system • • • • •
4-wheel coil spring suspension system w/computer-selected springs • • • • •
5-speed manual transmission w/OD • • •    
5.7L (350) SFI V8 engine       •  
5.7L (350) SFI V8 engine-inc: 305 horsepower, synthetic engine oil, stainless steel high-flow exhaust manifolds         •
Battery rundown protection • • • • •
Firm ride/handling suspension • • •    
Front/rear stabilizer bars • • • • •
Level I upgraded suspension components-inc: larger front anti-sway bar, rear track bar         •
Limited slip rear differential axle       • •
Monotube gas-charged deCarbon front/rear shocks • • • • •
P215/60R16 SBR BSW touring tires •        
P235/55R16 SBR BSW touring tires   • • •  
P245/50ZR16 SBR BSW tires         •
Performance ride/handling suspension       • •
Platinum tip spark plugs       • •
Pwr 4-wheel disc brakes       • •
Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes • • •    
Pwr rack & pinion steering • • • • •
Rear wheel drive • • • • •
Short-long arm (SLA) front suspension system • • • • •
Single serpentine belt accessory drive • • • • •
Stainless steel exhaust system • • • • •
T125/70D15 high pressure compact spare tire • • • • •
Underhood forced air induction system         •
SAFETY FEATURES Features
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
Driver & front passenger air bags • • • • •
Energy absorbing 5-MPH front/rear bumpers • • • • •
Front/rear manual lap/shoulder safety belts • • • • •

1997 Chevrolet Camaro Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
"CAT BACK" PERFORMANCE EXHAUST SYSTEM -inc: 310 horsepower engine output, larger exhaust pipes, freer flowing muffler         •
** 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 **         •
16" X 8" CAST ALUMINUM WHEELS (REQ:QCB Tires) •        
16" X 8" CHROME ALUMINUM WHEELS     • •  
16" X 8" CHROME ALUMINUM WHEELS (REQ: QCB Tires) •        
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: QFZ or QLC Tires) (REQ: __C or __3 Seat Trim)       •  
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)         •
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: 1SM Preferred Equipment Group, AG1 Pwr Seat) (REQ: QFZ or QLC Tires) (REQ: __C or __3 Seat Trim)       •  
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: 1SM Preferred Equipment Group, AG1 Pwr Seat) (REQ: QLC Tires) (REQ: __C or __3 Seat Trim)         •
6-WAY PWR DRIVER SEAT •   • • •
6-WAY PWR DRIVER SEAT (N/A w/1SG Preferred Equipment Group)         •
6-WAY PWR DRIVER SEAT (N/A w/1SG Preferred Equipment Group, 1LE Performance Pkg)       •  
ACCELERATION SLIP REGULATION *QFZ Tire is recommended for maximum traction performance* (N/A w/1SG Preferred Equipment Group or 1LE Performance Pkg)       •  
ACCELERATION SLIP REGULATION *QFZ Tire is recommended for maximum traction performance* (N/A w/1SK Preferred Equipment Group)       •  
CARPETED REAR FLOOR MATS •   • • •
COLOR-KEYED BODY-SIDE MOLDINGS •   • • •
CUSTOM CAR COVER -inc: locking cable w/SS graphics silk screened on silver cover and tote bag         •
ENGINE OIL COOLER PKG *Reduces engine oil operating temperatures*         •
ETR AM/FM STEREO W/CASSETTE, AUTO TONE CONTROL -inc: seek-scan, digital clock, theft lock, speed compensated volume •   • • •
ETR AM/FM STEREO W/COMPACT DISC, AUTO TONE CONTROL -inc: seek-scan, digital clock, theft lock, speed compensated volume • • • • •
FRONT LICENSE PLATE BRACKET • • • • •
HURST 6-SPEED MANUAL SHIFTER -inc: leather-wrapped shift knob w/embossed Hurst "H" (REQ: MN6 Trans)         •
LEVEL II BILSTEIN SPORT SUSPENSION PKG -inc: specially valved front/rear Bilstein shocks, progressive rate springs, revised rear lower control arms/transmission mount         •
MONOCHROMATIC ROOF *replaces special black roof w/body color roof & mirrors*       • •
MONOCHROMATIC ROOF *replaces special black roof w/body color roof & mirrors* (REQ: CC1 Roof Panel) •   •    
MULTIPLE ORDER ACKNOWLEDGEMENT • • • • •
PERFORMANCE AXLE -inc: 3.23 axle ratio (REQ: MX0 Trans)         •
PERFORMANCE AXLE -inc: 3.23 axle ratio (REQ: MX0 Trans) (REQ: QLC or QFZ Tires)       •  
PERFORMANCE HANDLING PKG -inc: limited slip axle, 4-wheel disc brakes, dual outlet exhaust, sport steering ratio (w/MX0 Trans-inc: 3.42 axle ratio) (N/A w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group) (REQ: QCB Tires) (REQ: N96 or N98 Wheels) •        
PERFORMANCE HANDLING PKG -inc: limited slip axle, 4-wheel disc brakes, dual outlet exhaust, sport steering ratio (w/MX0 Trans-inc: 3.42 axle ratio) (N/A w/1SD Preferred Equipment Group) (REQ: QCB Tires) (REQ: N96 or N98 Wheels) •        
PERFORMANCE HANDLING PKG -inc: limited slip axle, 4-wheel disc brakes, dual outlet exhaust, sport steering ratio (w/MX0 Trans-inc: 3.42 axle ratio) (N/A w/1SN Preferred Equipment Group)     •    
PERFORMANCE HANDLING PKG -inc: limited slip axle, 4-wheel disc brakes, dual outlet exhaust, sport steering ratio (w/MX0 Trans-inc: 3.42 axle ratio) (N/A w/1SR Preferred Equipment Group)     •    
PERFORMANCE LUBRICANTS PKG -inc: synthetic engine oil/rear axle fluid, premium synthetic media oil filter, semi-synthetic pwr steering fluid         •
PERFORMANCE PKG -inc: special handling suspension system, larger stabilizer bars, stiffer springs, dual adjustable shock absorbers & bushings (REQ: 1SG Preferred Equipment Group, QLC Tires) (w/MX0 Trans REQ: GU5 Axle) (N/A w/AG1 Pwr Seat,CC1 Roof Panels or NW9 ASR) *intended for serious performance enthusiasts only*       •  
PRELIMINARY INVOICE • • • • •
PREMIUM HD FRONT FLOOR MATS W/EMBROIDERED SS LOGO         •
PWR DOOR LOCK SYSTEM (N/A w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group) •        
REMOTE CD CHANGER W/12-DISC MAGAZINE (REQ: UL0 Stereo System) •   • • •
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY -inc: theft deterrent alarm (N/A w/1SA Preferred Equipment Group) (REQ: AU3 Pwr Door Locks) •        
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY -inc: theft deterrent alarm (N/A w/1SD Preferred Equipment Group) •        
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY -inc: theft deterrent alarm (N/A w/1SG Preferred Equipment Group)       • •
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY -inc: theft deterrent alarm (N/A w/1SK Preferred Equipment Group)       • •
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY -inc: theft deterrent alarm (N/A w/1SN Preferred Equipment Group)     •    
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY -inc: theft deterrent alarm (N/A w/1SR Preferred Equipment Group)     •    
TORSEN TORQUE SENSING LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL W/AAM ALUMINUM REAR AXLE COVER -inc: performance lubricants pkg         •
TRANSPARENT REMOVABLE ROOF PANELS -inc: locks, lockable stowage provisions, removable roof panel sunshades         •
TRANSPARENT REMOVABLE ROOF PANELS -inc: locks, lockable stowage provisions, removable roof panel sunshades (N/A w/1LE Performance Pkg)       •  
TRANSPARENT REMOVABLE ROOF PANELS -inc: locks, lockable stowage provisions, removable roof panel sunshades, special black roof/mirror treatment • • •    
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)         •
EMISSIONS Options
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
CALIFORNIA EMISSION EQUIPMENT • • • • •
CALIFORNIA EMISSION OVERRIDE *must be ordered for units shipped to dealers in the state of California w/Federal Emissions* (REQ: FE9 Emissions)   •      
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) •   • • •
FEDERAL EMISSION EQUIPMENT • • • • •
FEDERAL EMISSION OVERRIDE *must be ordered for units shipped to dealers in Federal areas w/California Emissions* (REQ: YF5 Emissions)   •      
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) •   • • •
NEW YORK/MASSACHUSETTS EMISSION EQUIPMENT •   • • •
ENGINE Options
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
3.8L (231) SFI V6 ENGINE (STD) • • •    
5.7L (350) SFI V8 ENGINE (STD)       • •
MODEL OPTION Options
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
R7C VEHICLE PROCESSING 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)         •
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, P245/50ZR16 BSW tires         •
NOTE Options
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
** ALL VEHICLES SOLD IN 1997 FOR $36,000 AND ABOVE ARE SUBJECT TO A LUXURY TAX **         •
** R7C VEHICLES ARE AVAILABLE IN THE STATES OF CALIFORNIA, OREGON, WASHINGTON & IDAHO **   •      
PAINT Options
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
SEBRING SILVER METALLIC PAINT         •
SOLID PAINT (STD) • • • • •
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP Options
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP -inc: base vehicle •   • • •
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 1 -inc: elect speed control w/resume speed, remote hatch release, fog lamps *NET* •        
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 1 -inc: pwr door locks, elect speed control w/resume speed, remote hatch release, fog lamps *NET*     •    
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*       • •
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 1 -inc: pwr door locks, elect speed control w/resume speed, remote trunk release, fog lamps *NET* •   • • •
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 2 -inc: elect speed control w/resume speed, remote hatch release, fog lamps, pwr door lock system, 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   •      
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 2 -inc: elect speed control w/resume speed, remote hatch release, fog lamps, pwr door lock system, 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* •        
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*       • •
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 2 -inc: pwr door locks, elect speed control w/resume speed, remote hatch release, fog lamps, 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*     •    
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP 2 -inc: pwr door locks, elect speed control w/resume speed, remote trunk release, fog lamps, 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* •   • • •
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER Options
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER • • • • •
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER NOT DESIRED • • • • •
SEAT TRIM Options
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
CLOTH SEAT TRIM (STD) • • •   •
CLOTH SEAT TRIM (STD) (N/A w/Z4C Anniversary Edition)       •  
LEATHER SEAT TRIM •   •   •
LEATHER SEAT TRIM (N/A w/1SG Preferred Equipment Group)         •
LEATHER SEAT TRIM (N/A w/Z4C Anniversary Edition or 1SG Preferred Equipment Group)       •  
LEATHER SEAT TRIM (N/A w/Z4C Anniversary Edition)       •  
Z4C 30TH ANNIVERSARY CLOTH SEAT TRIM (REQ: Z4C Anniversary Edition)       • •
Z4C 30TH ANNIVERSARY LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: Z4C Anniversary Edition)       • •
SEAT TYPE Options
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
BUCKET SEATS (STD) • • • • •
TIRES Options
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
275/40ZR17 BF GOODRICH COMP T/A TIRES (STD)         •
P215/60R16 SBR BSW TOURING TIRES (STD) •        
P235/55R16 SBR BSW TOURING TIRES   •      
P235/55R16 SBR BSW TOURING TIRES (REQ: N96 or N98 Wheels) •        
P235/55R16 SBR BSW TOURING TIRES (STD)     •    
P235/55R16 SBR BSW TOURING TIRES (STD) (N/A w/GU5 Axle or Z4C Anniversary Edition)       •  
P235/55R16 SBR BSW TOURING TIRES (STD) (N/A w/GU5 Axle, 1LE Performance Pkg or Z4C Anniversary Edition)       •  
P245/50ZR16 ALL-SEASON SBR BSW PERFORMANCE TIRES       •  
P245/50ZR16 ALL-SEASON SBR BSW PERFORMANCE TIRES (N/A w/1LE Performance Pkg)       •  
P245/50ZR16 SBR BSW PERFORMANCE TIRES         •
P245/50ZR16 SBR BSW PERFORMANCE TIRES -inc: asymmetrical directional tread       •  
SS TIRE PROCESSING OPTION         •
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*         •
TRANSMISSION Options
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
4-SPEED ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD -inc: 2.73 axle ratio,brake/ transmission shift interlock (STD)       •  
4-SPEED ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD -inc: 3.08 axle ratio,brake/ transmission shift interlock, 2nd gear start • • •    
4-SPEED ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD -inc: brake/transmission shift interlock (STD) (REQ: GU5 Axle)         •
5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) • • •    
6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/5TH & 6TH GEAR OD, PERFORMANCE AXLE       • •
WHEEL TYPE Options
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
16" X 8" CHROME ALUMINUM WHEELS   •      

1997 Chevrolet Camaro Technical Specifications

Brakes
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
Brake ABS System 4-wheel 4-wheel 4-wheel 4-wheel 4-wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 10.7 x 1.26 10.7 x 1.26 10.7 x 1.26 10.7 x 1.26 10.7 x 1.26
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.4 x 0.8 11.4 x 0.8
Cargo Area Dimensions
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
Trunk Volume (ft) 7.6 N/A 7.6 7.6 7.6
Engine
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
Displacement 3.8L/231 3.8L/231 3.8L/231 5.7L/350 5.7L/350
Engine Type Gas V6 Gas V6 Gas V6 Gas V8 Gas V8
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 200 @ 5200 200 @ 5200 200 @ 5200 285 @ 5000 305 @ - TBD -
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 225 @ 4000 225 @ 4000 225 @ 4000 335 @ 2400 335 @ 2400
Exterior Dimensions
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
Height, Overall (in) 51.3 51.3 51.3 51.3 51.3
Length, Overall (in) 193.2 193.2 193.2 193.2 193.2
Min Ground Clearance (in) 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0
Wheelbase (in) 101.1 101.1 101.1 101.1 101.1
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 74.1 74.1 74.1 74.1 74.1
Fuel Tank
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5 15.5
Steering
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 2.28 2.28 2.28 2.28 2.28
Steering Type Power Rack & Pinion Power Rack & Pinion Power Rack & Pinion Power Rack & Pinion Power Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 40.64 40.64 40.64 40.09 40.09
Suspension
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
Suspension Type - Front Independent SLA Independent SLA Independent SLA Independent SLA Independent SLA
Suspension Type - Rear Torque Arm Torque Arm Torque Arm Torque Arm Torque Arm
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) w/Coil Springs w/Coil Springs w/Coil Springs w/Coil Springs w/Coil Springs
Tires
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
Front Tire Size P215/60R16 P235/55R16 P235/55R16 P235/55R16 275/40ZR17
Rear Tire Size P215/60R16 P235/55R16 P235/55R16 P235/55R16 275/40ZR17
Transmission
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD, Automatic w/OD, Automatic w/OD, Automatic w/OD, Automatic w/OD,
Trans Type 4 4 4 4 4
Vehicle
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
Front Head Room (in) 37.2 37.2 37.2 37.2 37.2
Front Leg Room (in) 43.0 43.0 43.0 43.0 43.0
Front Shoulder Room (in) 57.4 57.4 57.4 57.4 57.4
Passenger Capacity 4 4 4 4 4
Passenger Volume (ft) 81.9 81.9 81.9 81.9 81.9
Second Head Room (in) 35.3 35.3 35.3 35.3 35.3
Second Leg Room (in) 26.8 26.8 26.8 26.8 26.8
Second Shoulder Room (in) 55.8 55.8 55.8 55.8 55.8
Weight Information
BASE R7C Pkg RS Z28 SS
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 3294 3294 3294 3433 3433

1997 Chevrolet Camaro Safety Features

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NHTSA 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.