# 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 **URL:** \ **Category:** NYSpeed Automotive\ **Created:** [February 9, 2011, 8:33am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017 "2011-02-09T08:33:57Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![BigRon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/58956e/32.png) [@BigRon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BigRon)\ **Post date:** [February 9, 2011, 8:33am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/1 "2011-02-09T08:33:57Z")
Since the other thread is full of all the speculation: > The 1969 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 was a performance monster, featuring an all-aluminum engine displacing 427 cubic inches that was originally intended for racing. Just 69 units were built, and they are highly coveted by collectors today. Perhaps it shouldn’t come as a surprise, then, that Chevrolet chose to resurrect this classic moniker for what it is calling the fastest and most technologically advanced Camaro ever built. > > At this point, specifications are still preliminary, but Chevrolet is estimating that its supercharged and intercooled 6.2-liter LSA V8 engine will put out around 550 horsepower and 550 pound-feet of torque. Those ponies will be sent to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual transmission using a dual-disc clutch that’s necessary to properly harness all those horses. There’s also a dual-mode exhaust system that alters the sound level and character in response to engine rpm. > > Chevrolet tells us that its goal was to built “a Camaro intended to reach optimal lap times on top road-racing circuits and excellent driving dynamics on the street.” To that end, the 2012 Camaro ZL1 will be fitted with a new electric power steering system and Magnetic Ride Control that will offer both Tour and Sport modes. Brembo brakes measuring 14.6-inch (370 mm) in the front (with six-piston calipers) and 14.4-inch (365 mm) at the rear (with four-piston calipers) bring it all back down from speed. > > Naturally, there’s an updated body kit to differentiate the ZL1 from lesser machines. Most notable are the redesigned fascia that features a front splitter, vertical fog lamps and air intakes designed for brake cooling. There’s also a new aluminum hood with a raised, satin black-finish carbon fiber insert that uses a unique air extractor that is said to increase downforce by directing oncoming air over the car. There’s also a spoiler at the rear of the car and new 20-inch aluminum wheels fitted with specially developed Goodyear Supercar F2 tires. > > Chevrolet promises to have the Camaro ZL1 on dealer lots in the beginning of 2012, and it will be available in any color offered on the Camaro. > **[Chicago 2011: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is the fastest, most powerful ever...](https://www.autoblog.com/2011/02/09/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1-chicago-2011/)** > > 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 – Click above for high-res image gallery > > > The 1969 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 was a performance monster, featuring an all-alum ---
**Author:** ![TrueBlue](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/trueblue/32/7245_2.png) [@TrueBlue](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/TrueBlue)\ **Post date:** [February 9, 2011, 9:13am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/2 "2011-02-09T09:13:15Z")
Glad they decided to call this one ZL/1 instead of Z/28, it would have been bassackwards. Love the hood bulge to clear the supercharger. ---
**Author:** ![Wahoo](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/wahoo/32/8265_2.png) [@Wahoo](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Wahoo)\ **Post date:** [February 9, 2011, 9:17am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/3 "2011-02-09T09:17:43Z")
Maybe they should make the Z28 still in a different type of package. ---
**Author:** ![BigRon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/58956e/32.png) [@BigRon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BigRon)\ **Post date:** [February 9, 2011, 9:26am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/4 "2011-02-09T09:26:41Z")
> [@Wahoo](#): > > Maybe they should make the Z28 still in a different type of package. Trim 300 lbs off it and throw the 7 liter in there. But that will never happen. ---
**Author:** ![9c1ny](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/9c1ny/32/5050_2.png) [@9c1ny](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/9c1ny)\ **Post date:** [February 9, 2011, 10:46am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/5 "2011-02-09T10:46:37Z")
[http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=128387](http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=128387) ---
**Author:** ![BigRon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/58956e/32.png) [@BigRon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BigRon)\ **Post date:** [June 13, 2011, 10:07am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/6 "2011-06-13T10:07:26Z")
> **[Camaro ZL1 will have automatic option, offer ZR1 traction system - Autoblog](https://www.autoblog.com/2011/06/13/camaro-zl1-will-have-automatic-option-offer-zr1-traction-system/)** > > 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 – Click above for high-res image gallery > > > > The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 will go into production in the first quarter o > Oppenheiser stated that in addition to an automatic transmission option, the ZL1 will be available with the same Performance Traction Management system found on the Corvette ZR1. In the Corvette, PTM incorporates launch control, as well as the normal traction control, active handling and selective ride control systems. > > What’s more, Oppenheiser stated that the ZL1’s output numbers will be higher than the originally estimated 550 horsepower. ---
**Author:** ![FadetoBlack](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/fadetoblack/32/6118_2.png) [@FadetoBlack](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/FadetoBlack)\ **Post date:** [June 13, 2011, 12:28pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/7 "2011-06-13T12:28:02Z")
Chevrolet tells us that its goal was to build "a Camaro intended to **reach optimal lap times on top road-racing circuits.** As bad as I want that to be true, I’d have to see it to believe it. ---
**Author:** ![BigRon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/58956e/32.png) [@BigRon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BigRon)\ **Post date:** [June 27, 2011, 6:23am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/8 "2011-06-27T06:23:04Z")
Ran into this on the road over the weekend. Sounded nasty and the rim/tire combo on the back was really wide. ![http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc404/ronoversiii/7770e9ef.jpg](http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc404/ronoversiii/7770e9ef.jpg) Sorry for the crappy picture but I tried to snap it quick before he turned right. ---
**Author:** ![Wahoo](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/wahoo/32/8265_2.png) [@Wahoo](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Wahoo)\ **Post date:** [June 27, 2011, 3:04pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/9 "2011-06-27T15:04:28Z")
:tup: ---
**Author:** ![BigRon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/58956e/32.png) [@BigRon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BigRon)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2011, 11:03am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/10 "2011-09-09T11:03:06Z")
> **[2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 to pack 580 hp](https://www.autoblog.com/2011/09/09/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1-to-pack-580-hp/)** > > General Motors has finally let one of its biggest cats out of its bag: The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 will be officially rated at 580 horsepower and 556 pound-feet of torque. Officially rated at 580 horsepower and 556 pound-feet of torque ---
**Author:** ![ultradriver10000](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/ultradriver10000/32/7397_2.png) [@ultradriver10000](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ultradriver10000)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2011, 12:40pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/11 "2011-09-09T12:40:01Z")
electric power steering system want it on my c5! ---
**Author:** ![BigRon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/58956e/32.png) [@BigRon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BigRon)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2011, 1:17pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/12 "2011-09-09T13:17:50Z")
> [@ultradriver10000](#): > > electric power steering system > > want it on my c5! In the V the the suspension and traction control settings change the steering. I just realized it the other night. Competition mode really makes the wheel firm. ---
**Author:** ![ultradriver10000](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/ultradriver10000/32/7397_2.png) [@ultradriver10000](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ultradriver10000)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2011, 2:14pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/13 "2011-09-09T14:14:42Z")
> [@BigRon](#): > > In the V the the suspension and traction control settings change the steering. I just realized it the other night. Competition mode really makes the wheel firm. Nice I need to figure out how to make it work on none electric equipped cars. I think some guys have Mr2 ones retrofitted. ---
**Author:** ![Doespike](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/doespike/32/5083_2.png) [@Doespike](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Doespike)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2011, 8:54pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/14 "2011-09-09T20:54:23Z")
> [@FadetoBlack](#): > > As bad as I want that to be true, I’d have to see it to believe it. Same…I’d love to see a new Camaro on a diet too. The new BOSS 302 from Ford is in the right direction. ---
**Author:** ![misteroman](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/misteroman/32/7423_2.png) [@misteroman](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/misteroman)\ **Post date:** [September 10, 2011, 4:00pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/15 "2011-09-10T16:00:03Z")
If they make a pace car or a #'d one I WILL have one in my garage next summer. if not not 100% sure because I’m thinking they will make a rare one and would hate to get a regular one and miss out on a collector one. Any words on a special one? ---
**Author:** ![Gus](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/gus/32/5112_2.png) [@Gus](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Gus)\ **Post date:** [September 10, 2011, 6:26pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/16 "2011-09-10T18:26:21Z")
[http://www.camaro5.com/video-intro-of-camaro-ssx-by-gm](http://www.camaro5.com/video-intro-of-camaro-ssx-by-gm) ---
**Author:** ![Hortanica](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/6a8cbe/32.png) [@Hortanica](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Hortanica)\ **Post date:** [September 10, 2011, 8:59pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/17 "2011-09-10T20:59:04Z")
> [@misteroman$$$](#): > > If they make a pace car or a #'d one I WILL have one in my garage next summer. if not not 100% sure because I’m thinking they will make a rare one and would hate to get a regular one and miss out on a collector one. > Any words on a special one? [http://www.chevrolet.com/camaro-special-edition/](http://www.chevrolet.com/camaro-special-edition/) ? ---
**Author:** ![misteroman](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/misteroman/32/7423_2.png) [@misteroman](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/misteroman)\ **Post date:** [September 10, 2011, 9:38pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/18 "2011-09-10T21:38:06Z")
^^^^^Just took me to the chevy website. ---
**Author:** ![Hass](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/51bf81/32.png) [@Hass](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Hass)\ **Post date:** [September 10, 2011, 11:18pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/19 "2011-09-10T23:18:10Z")
click the ZL1 link in the bottom left. All the info on the site is in this thread already though pretty much. Except that it has a HUD (on windshield) lol. ---
**Author:** ![BigRon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/58956e/32.png) [@BigRon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BigRon)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2011, 4:13am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017/20 "2011-09-11T04:13:06Z")
> [@misteroman$$$](#): > > If they make a pace car or a #'d one I WILL have one in my garage next summer. if not not 100% sure because I’m thinking they will make a rare one and would hate to get a regular one and miss out on a collector one. > Any words on a special one? > **[Chevrolet gets nostalgic about Camaro special editions - Autoblog](http://www.autoblog.com/2011/08/05/chevrolet-gets-nostalgic-about-camaro-special-editions/)** > > General Motors has made an art of banking on nostalgia. The automaker has a long and storied history from which to draw inspiration and design DNA, and no model underscores that fact better than the Chevrolet Camaro. [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-chevrolet-camaro-zl1/209017.md?page=2)