_1996
The 1996 Camaro was designed to appeal to buyers seeking a sporty-looking, fun-to-drive vehicle, while the performance-oriented Z28 version was meant to for those seeking true sports-car handling and feel. The base Camaro competes primarily with the Ford Mustang and Probe, Mitsubishi Eclipse, Nissan 240SX and Toyota Celica, while the sporty Z28 takes on the Dodge Stealth, Ford Mustang Cobra and Mitsubishi 3000GT. Both Camaros come as either a coupe or a convertible.
The base model got a boost in power this year, thanks to GM's corporate 3.8-liter V6. With 200 horsepower and more sophisticated fuel injection, the 3.8 puts the Camaro 50 horsepower up on the Mustang, its main rival. The standard transmission is a 5-speed manual (6-speed on the Z28), and a 4-speed automatic is optional.
Entry-level coupes and convertibles come with 16-in. wheels. The optional Performance Handling Package adds wider, more aggressive tires on aluminum wheels, a traction-enhancing limited-slip differential, a quicker steering ratio and dual exhaust.
The Z28's standard 5.7-liter V8 is rated at 285 horsepower, up 10 from '95. Wider tires are available to Z28 buyers to help transfer all that power to the pavement. Also, traction control is optional on the Z28. The RS appearance package makes a return, with front and rear fascia extensions, side sills and a 3-piece rear spoiler.
All versions of the Camaro come with dual airbags, antilock brakes and AM/FM/cassette stereo system. Air conditioning is standard, except on the base model, where it's optional. 1996 Engines
L36 231ci/200hp V6
L32 207ci/160hp V6
LT1 350ci/285hp V8 (Z28 only)
1996 Dimensions
Length........................................ 193.2 inches
Height......................................... 51.3 inches
Width.......................................... 74.1 inches
Wheel Base ................................... 101.1 inches 1996 Factory Options
RPO Description Qty Retail
Camaro Coupe 31,528 14,990.00
Camaro Convertible 2,994 21,270.00
Camaro Rally Sport Coupe 8,091 17,490.00
Camaro Rally Sport Convertible 905 22,720.00
Camaro Z28 Coupe 14,906 19,390.00
Camaro Z28 Convertible 2,938 24,490.00
1LE Special Performance Components Package 55 1,175.00
AG1 Power Seat, 6-way driver side 28,447 270.00
AU0 Remote Keyless Entry * 43,266 135.00
AU3 Power Door Locks 47,132 220.00
A31 Power Windows 43,476 275.00
A90 Power Hatch Release 57,856 60.00
B4C Special Svc Pckg ($4,905 w/automatic) 228 3,369.00
B35 Floor Mats, Rear 46,071 15.00
B84 Moldings, body side 48,482 60.00
CC1 Roof Panels, removable glass 26,856 970.00
C49 Defogger, rear window 40,151 170.00
C60 Air Conditioning 60,877 895.00
DF4 Sunshade, roof panel 17,744 25.00
DG7 Mirrors, electric twin remote 43,473 91.00
D82 Monochromatic Roof Paint 12,782 nc
GU5 Performance Axle Ratio 6,270 250.00
K05 Engine Block Heater 45 20.00
K34 Speed Control, with resume 58,693 225.00
MX0 Automatic Transmission 44,003 790.00
NW9 Acceleration Slip Regulation 6,939 450.00
N96 Aluminum Wheels, 16-inch (Std Z28) 49,183 275.00
N98 Chrome Alum Wheels, 16" ($500 w/Z28) 4,871 775.00
QFZ Tires P245/50ZR16 bw all-ssn (opt Z28) 7,424 225.00
QLC Tires P245/50ZR16 bw hghwy (opt w/Z28) 8,585 225.00
CCB Tires P235/55R16 bw (no cost w/Z28) 38,045 132.00
R7T SS Package (non-Chevrolet modification) 2,410 3,999.00
T96 Fog Lamps 58,693 60.00
UU8 Delco/Bose AM/FM stereo with Cassette 9,769 350.00
U1C AM-FM Stereo with CD (convertible) * 4,392 226.00
U1T Delco/Bose AM/FM stereo with CD 20,941 606.00
Y87 Performance Handling Pckg (L36 V6 only) 8,734 400.00
- Leather Seating 16,792 499.00
AB Base Group 3,669 nc
Al Option Group 1 (higher $ some models) 14,447 1,231.00
A2 Option Group 2 (higher $ some models) 43,244 2,026.00
* Generally grouped and not priced separately except with RPO 1996 Colors
Code Exterior Quantity
05 Dark Purple Metallic 2,291
10 Arctic White 11,219
13 Sebring Silver Metallic 3,871
37 Bright Teal Metallic 3,912
41 Black 12,623
48 Polo Green Metallic 9,464
79 Mystic Teal Metallic 637
80 Quasar Blue Metallic 2,684
81 Bright Red 13,317
96 Cayenne Red Metallic 1,294
The 1996 Camaro was designed to appeal to buyers seeking a sporty-looking, fun-to-drive vehicle, while the performance-oriented Z28 version was meant to for those seeking true sports-car handling and feel. The base Camaro competes primarily with the Ford Mustang and Probe, Mitsubishi Eclipse, Nissan 240SX and Toyota Celica, while the sporty Z28 takes on the Dodge Stealth, Ford Mustang Cobra and Mitsubishi 3000GT. Both Camaros come as either a coupe or a convertible.
The base model got a boost in power this year, thanks to GM's corporate 3.8-liter V6. With 200 horsepower and more sophisticated fuel injection, the 3.8 puts the Camaro 50 horsepower up on the Mustang, its main rival. The standard transmission is a 5-speed manual (6-speed on the Z28), and a 4-speed automatic is optional.
Entry-level coupes and convertibles come with 16-in. wheels. The optional Performance Handling Package adds wider, more aggressive tires on aluminum wheels, a traction-enhancing limited-slip differential, a quicker steering ratio and dual exhaust.
The Z28's standard 5.7-liter V8 is rated at 285 horsepower, up 10 from '95. Wider tires are available to Z28 buyers to help transfer all that power to the pavement. Also, traction control is optional on the Z28. The RS appearance package makes a return, with front and rear fascia extensions, side sills and a 3-piece rear spoiler.
All versions of the Camaro come with dual airbags, antilock brakes and AM/FM/cassette stereo system. Air conditioning is standard, except on the base model, where it's optional. 1996 Engines
L36 231ci/200hp V6
L32 207ci/160hp V6
LT1 350ci/285hp V8 (Z28 only)
1996 Dimensions
Length........................................ 193.2 inches
Height......................................... 51.3 inches
Width.......................................... 74.1 inches
Wheel Base ................................... 101.1 inches 1996 Factory Options
RPO Description Qty Retail
Camaro Coupe 31,528 14,990.00
Camaro Convertible 2,994 21,270.00
Camaro Rally Sport Coupe 8,091 17,490.00
Camaro Rally Sport Convertible 905 22,720.00
Camaro Z28 Coupe 14,906 19,390.00
Camaro Z28 Convertible 2,938 24,490.00
1LE Special Performance Components Package 55 1,175.00
AG1 Power Seat, 6-way driver side 28,447 270.00
AU0 Remote Keyless Entry * 43,266 135.00
AU3 Power Door Locks 47,132 220.00
A31 Power Windows 43,476 275.00
A90 Power Hatch Release 57,856 60.00
B4C Special Svc Pckg ($4,905 w/automatic) 228 3,369.00
B35 Floor Mats, Rear 46,071 15.00
B84 Moldings, body side 48,482 60.00
CC1 Roof Panels, removable glass 26,856 970.00
C49 Defogger, rear window 40,151 170.00
C60 Air Conditioning 60,877 895.00
DF4 Sunshade, roof panel 17,744 25.00
DG7 Mirrors, electric twin remote 43,473 91.00
D82 Monochromatic Roof Paint 12,782 nc
GU5 Performance Axle Ratio 6,270 250.00
K05 Engine Block Heater 45 20.00
K34 Speed Control, with resume 58,693 225.00
MX0 Automatic Transmission 44,003 790.00
NW9 Acceleration Slip Regulation 6,939 450.00
N96 Aluminum Wheels, 16-inch (Std Z28) 49,183 275.00
N98 Chrome Alum Wheels, 16" ($500 w/Z28) 4,871 775.00
QFZ Tires P245/50ZR16 bw all-ssn (opt Z28) 7,424 225.00
QLC Tires P245/50ZR16 bw hghwy (opt w/Z28) 8,585 225.00
CCB Tires P235/55R16 bw (no cost w/Z28) 38,045 132.00
R7T SS Package (non-Chevrolet modification) 2,410 3,999.00
T96 Fog Lamps 58,693 60.00
UU8 Delco/Bose AM/FM stereo with Cassette 9,769 350.00
U1C AM-FM Stereo with CD (convertible) * 4,392 226.00
U1T Delco/Bose AM/FM stereo with CD 20,941 606.00
Y87 Performance Handling Pckg (L36 V6 only) 8,734 400.00
- Leather Seating 16,792 499.00
AB Base Group 3,669 nc
Al Option Group 1 (higher $ some models) 14,447 1,231.00
A2 Option Group 2 (higher $ some models) 43,244 2,026.00
* Generally grouped and not priced separately except with RPO 1996 Colors
Code Exterior Quantity
05 Dark Purple Metallic 2,291
10 Arctic White 11,219
13 Sebring Silver Metallic 3,871
37 Bright Teal Metallic 3,912
41 Black 12,623
48 Polo Green Metallic 9,464
79 Mystic Teal Metallic 637
80 Quasar Blue Metallic 2,684
81 Bright Red 13,317
96 Cayenne Red Metallic 1,294