What is it about SEMA, drag cars and the Big Three? First it was the Mustang Cobra Jet, then the Challenger Drag Pak. Now it's the Chevy COPO Camaro concept, a "proof of concept" car according to Chevrolet that essentially lays out what a Stock Eliminator factory Camaro would look like.
With that in mind this Camaro is set up with a solid rear axle and a roll cage to start. It's also built to allow for the installation of a normally aspirated 7.0-liter V8 (sound familiar?) or a supercharged 5.3-liter V8 depending on which class you're hoping to race in. Other race-specific items include two- and three-speed automatic transmissions, lightweight brakes with line locks, a trunk-mounted fuel cell and a completely stripped-down interior.
Chevrolet officials didn't mention when this Camaro would be available for sale, but given how finished this car was, it shouldn't be long.
zr1man says:
08:54 PM, 11/ 1/11
Wow this is cool. I may have to get one if they make it. I wonder what times it will run in a ΒΌ mile. Low 10s?
Chevy Runs Deep
csubowtie says:
10:27 PM, 11/ 1/11
Those slicks look funny, like they have too much air in them.
deanoflas says:
10:46 AM, 11/ 2/11
its nice....just can't live up to the soul of the old Yenko 427