1987 Chevrolet Camaro Specifications

Specifications

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Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Rear Wheel
Body / Chassis :	Unibody
Production Years for Series :	1982 - 1992
Price :	$11-$18,000
Weight :	3000 lbs \| 1360.777 kg

Engine & Transmission

V 6 60-degree
Displacement :	2835 cc \| 173.0 cu in. \| 2.8 L.
Power :	125 HP (92 KW) @ 4900 RPM
Torque :	160 Ft-Lbs (217 NM) @ 3900 RPM
Bore :	3.5 in \| 89 mm.
Stroke :	3.0 in \| 76 mm.
Compression :	8.5:1
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Multi-port Fuel Injection

V 8
Displacement :	4998 cc \| 305.0 cu in. \| 5.0 L.
Power :	165.00 SAE @ 4400 RPM
Torque :	245 Ft-Lbs (332 NM) @ 2800 RPM
Bore :	3.7 in \| 95 mm.
Stroke :	3.5 in \| 88 mm.
Compression :	9.3:1
Main Bearings :	5
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head

V 8
Displacement :	4998 cc \| 305.0 cu in. \| 5.0 L.
Power :	190.00 SAE @ 4000 RPM
Torque :	295 Ft-Lbs (400 NM) @ 2800 RPM
Bore :	3.7 in \| 95 mm.
Stroke :	3.5 in \| 88 mm.
Compression :	9.5:1
Main Bearings :	5
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Tuned Port Fuel Injection System

V 8
Displacement :	4998 cc \| 305.0 cu in. \| 5.0 L.
Power :	215.00 SAE @ 4400 RPM
Torque :	250 Ft-Lbs (339 NM) @ 3200 RPM
Bore :	3.7 in \| 95 mm.
Stroke :	3.5 in \| 88 mm.
Compression :	9.5:1
Main Bearings :	5
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Tuned Port Fuel Injection System

V 8
Displacement :	5735 cc \| 350.0 cu in. \| 5.7 L.
Power :	225.00 SAE @ 4400 RPM
Torque :	330 Ft-Lbs (447 NM) @ 2800 RPM
Bore :	4.0 in \| 102 mm.
Stroke :	3.5 in \| 88 mm.
Compression :	9.0:1
Main Bearings :	5
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Tuned Port Fuel Injection System

Transmission:
5 Manual , 4 Automatic with Overdrive

Production Figures

Total Chevrolet Production for 1987 :	1,384,214
Total 1987 Camaro production :	137,760
1987 Chevrolet Camaro
Convertible Coupe 2 dr. 4 P :	1,007
IROC-Z Convertible Coupe 2 dr. 4 P :	1,007
IROC-Z Sport Coupe 2 dr. 4 P :	136
LT Coupe 2 dr. 4 P :	136,753
Sport Coupe 2 dr. 4 P :	136,753
Z28 Convertible Coupe 2 dr. 4 P :	1,007
Z28 Sport Coupe 2 dr. 4 P :	136,753

Dimension(s)

Sport Coupe

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Exterior
Fuel Capacity :	15.5 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	2
Length :	188.0 in \| 4775 mm.
Width :	72.8 in \| 1849 mm.
Height :	50.0 in \| 1270 mm.
Wheelbase :	101.0 in \| 2565 mm.
Front Track :	60.7 in \| 1542 mm.
Rear Track :	61.6 in \| 1565 mm.

Convertible Coupe

Exterior
Price :	$14,800
Fuel Capacity :	15.5 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	2
Length :	188.0 in \| 4775 mm.
Width :	72.8 in \| 1849 mm.
Height :	50.0 in \| 1270 mm.
Wheelbase :	101.0 in \| 2565 mm.
Front Track :	60.7 in \| 1542 mm.
Rear Track :	61.6 in \| 1565 mm.

Z28 Sport Coupe

Chassis # 1G1FP218XHL125077
Auction entries : 1

Exterior
Price :	$12,800
Weight :	3100 lbs \| 1406.136 kg
Fuel Capacity :	15.5 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	2
Length :	188.0 in \| 4775 mm.
Width :	72.8 in \| 1849 mm.
Height :	50.3 in \| 1278 mm.
Wheelbase :	101.0 in \| 2565 mm.
Front Track :	60.7 in \| 1542 mm.
Rear Track :	61.6 in \| 1565 mm.

Z28 Convertible Coupe

Exterior
Price :	$17,200
Fuel Capacity :	15.5 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	2
Length :	188.0 in \| 4775 mm.
Width :	72.8 in \| 1849 mm.
Height :	50.3 in \| 1278 mm.
Wheelbase :	101.0 in \| 2565 mm.
Front Track :	60.7 in \| 1542 mm.
Rear Track :	61.6 in \| 1565 mm.

IROC-Z Sport Coupe

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Exterior
Price :	$14,000
Fuel Capacity :	15.5 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	2
Length :	188.0 in \| 4775 mm.
Width :	72.8 in \| 1849 mm.
Height :	50.3 in \| 1278 mm.
Wheelbase :	101.0 in \| 2565 mm.
Front Track :	60.7 in \| 1542 mm.
Rear Track :	61.6 in \| 1565 mm.

IROC-Z Convertible Coupe

Exterior
Price :	$18,000
Fuel Capacity :	15.5 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	2
Length :	188.0 in \| 4775 mm.
Width :	72.8 in \| 1849 mm.
Height :	50.0 in \| 1270 mm.
Wheelbase :	101.0 in \| 2565 mm.
Front Track :	60.7 in \| 1542 mm.
Rear Track :	61.6 in \| 1565 mm.

LT Coupe

Exterior
Price :	$11
Fuel Capacity :	15.5 Gal
Seating Capacity :	4
Doors :	2
Length :	188.0 in \| 4775 mm.
Width :	72.8 in \| 1849 mm.
Height :	50.0 in \| 1270 mm.
Wheelbase :	101.0 in \| 2565 mm.
Front Track :	60.7 in \| 1542 mm.
Rear Track :	61.6 in \| 1565 mm.

Handling

Suspension
Front : MacPherson struts, dual links, coil springs and stabilizer bar Rear : Rigid axle and torque tube with longitudinal control arms, Panhard rod, coil springs adn stabilizer bar

Steering
Recirculating Ball

Tires / Wheels
Tires :	P205/70R14 steel-belted radials

Recall

Component	EQUIPMENT
Manufacturer	HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
NHTSA Campaign ID	07E088000
Summary	CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence	THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy	HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Notes	CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.

Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Manufacturer	PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
NHTSA Campaign ID	06E026000
Summary	CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence	WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy	PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Notes	THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO PRO-A MOTORS AFTERMARKET LAMPS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES.FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE LAMP MODEL NUMBERS, CLICK ON DOCUMENT SEARCH AND VIEW DOCUMENT TITLED 'LAMP MODEL NUMBERS.'CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.

Component	FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Manufacturer	HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
NHTSA Campaign ID	06E043000
Summary	CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON 'DOCUMENT SEARCH' AND THEN 'BUS APPLICATIONS'). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence	THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy	HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Notes	THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.

Component	SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Mfr Report Date	19830901
NHTSA Campaign ID	90V105000
Summary	PLASTIC COMPONENTS OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES DO NOT CONTAIN AN ULTRA VIOLET STABILIZER, AND EXPOSURE TO DIRECT SUNLIGHT AND ELEVATED INTERIOR TEMPERATURES COULD WEAKEN THE PLASTIC COMPONENTS.
Consequence	THIS COULD RESULT IN BREAKAGE OF PLASTIC COMPONENTS WHICHCOULD PREVENT BUCKLE FROM LATCHING AND PROTECTING OCCUPANT IN A SUDDEN STOP ORACCIDENT.
Remedy	REPLACE OR REPAIR SEAT BELT BUCKLE.
Notes	SYSTEM: SEAT BELT BUCKLE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

1987 Averages

Avg. Car Cost :	$10,355
Avg. Household Income :	$24,350
Avg. Home :	$92,000
Avg. Gallon of Gas :	$0.89
Avg. Stamp :	$0

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro? A: The 1987 Chevrolet Camaro has a wheelbase size of 101.00 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro? A: The 1987 Chevrolet Camaro has a length of 188.00 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro? A: The 1987 Chevrolet Camaro has a width of 72.80 inches.

Q: How much did the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro cost when new?A: The 1987 Chevrolet Camaro cost approximately $11 to $18,000 (USD) when new.

Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro? A: The 1987 Chevrolet Camaro was offered as a Convertible Coupe, IROC-Z Convertible Coupe, IROC-Z Sport Coupe, LT Coupe, Sport Coupe, Z28 Convertible Coupe, Z28 Sport Coupe.

Q: What tires did the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro have? A: The 1987 Chevrolet Camaro had P205/70R14 steel-belted radials tires.

Q: How many vehicles did Chevrolet produce in 1987? A: Chevrolet produced 1,384,214 automobiles in 1987.

Q: How many 1987 Camaros were produced? A: Chevrolet produced 137,760 examples of the Camaro in 1987.

Q: What engines did the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro have? A: The 1987 Chevrolet Camaro had the following engine options: V 6 (2835 cc | 173.0 cu in. | 2.8 L.) with 125 HP (92 KW) @ 4900 RPM and 160 Ft-Lbs (217 NM) @ 3900 RPM

V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 165.00 SAE @ 4400 RPM and 245 Ft-Lbs (332 NM) @ 2800 RPM

V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 190.00 SAE @ 4000 RPM and 295 Ft-Lbs (400 NM) @ 2800 RPM

V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 215.00 SAE @ 4400 RPM and 250 Ft-Lbs (339 NM) @ 3200 RPM

V 8 (5735 cc | 350.0 cu in. | 5.7 L.) with 225.00 SAE @ 4400 RPM and 330 Ft-Lbs (447 NM) @ 2800 RPM

Q: What transmissions did the 1987 Chevrolet Camaro have? A: The 1987 Chevrolet Camaro had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 4 speed Automatic with Overdrive.