After two years of refinements -- including interior and safety revisions for 1997 and major exterior appearance, engine and chassis modifications for 1998 -- Camaro enters 1999 as the embodiment of its performance heritage.
'After reengineering this car specifically for the sport coupe market, we have a vehicle that not only looks like a muscle car should, but performs like one too,' said **** Almond, Camaro brand manager. 'Camaro has proven itself as an honest sports car that's performance-oriented, yet more affordable than many exotic sports cars. In other words, it has stayed true to its 'pony car' roots.'
For more than 30 years, Camaro has remained a performance icon. For 1999, performance, comfort/convenience and safety enhancements help refine Camaro's 'honest' muscle car image.
For example, Acceleration Slip Regulation (Traction Control) is now available on all models. The system works in tandem with the four-wheel antilock brake system to provide greater driver control and improved traction on slippery surfaces. In addition, the V8 system is calibrated to allow for some wheel slip during acceleration when beneficial to driving conditions.
More new for '99 enhancements appear under the hood:
Electronic Throttle Control is now standard on Coupe and Convertible models equipped with a V6 engine and provides precise engine response to driver input.
A new engine oil-life monitor tracks engine rpm, coolant temperature and driving time to prompt the driver when the oil needs to be changed.
A Zexel Torsen® differential is now utilized in the limited-slip rear axle that is standard on Z28 models and included with (Y87) Performance Package on Camaro Coupe and Convertible.
These performance enhancements help keep Camaro at the head of the pack. Camaro's standard 3800 V6 -- available with either a five-speed manual transmission or an optional four-speed electronically controlled automatic -- provides 200 horsepower, compared with Ford Mustang's standard 150 horsepower 3.8-liter V6. And, though the 3800 is a V6, it's only 25 horsepower shy of the Mustang GT's standard V8 engine.
Standard on Z28 is the impressive 5.7 Liter LS1 V8 engine -- a modified version of the Corvette powerplant. It provides an incredible 305 horsepower -- significantly more than Mustang GT's standard 225 horsepower 4.6-liter V8. And, holding tightly to its performance roots, Camaro once again offers an optional SS Performance/Appearance Package that provides even more horsepower and torque. Camaro SS was first introduced in 1967 -- Camaro's very first year.
Camaro owners benefit in '99 from a larger 16.8 gallon, non-metallic fuel tank that helps increase driving distances between fill-ups.
The Monsoon premium audio system, previously optional only on Coupe and standard on Z28 Coupe, is now standard on both Z28 models and available on Camaro Coupe and Convertible. The Monsoon system provides such features as automatic tone control, speed-compensated volume, music search, eight speakers and a 200-watt amplifier.
With an impressive list of standard features, sports car styling and outstanding performance, and the expanded availability of the Monsoon audio system on Camaro Convertible models, the 1999 Camaro 'rocks' inside and out.Source - GM Corporation
'After reengineering this car specifically for the sport coupe market, we have a vehicle that not only looks like a muscle car should, but performs like one too,' said **** Almond, Camaro brand manager. 'Camaro has proven itself as an honest sports car that's performance-oriented, yet more affordable than many exotic sports cars. In other words, it has stayed true to its 'pony car' roots.'
For more than 30 years, Camaro has remained a performance icon. For 1999, performance, comfort/convenience and safety enhancements help refine Camaro's 'honest' muscle car image.
For example, Acceleration Slip Regulation (Traction Control) is now available on all models. The system works in tandem with the four-wheel antilock brake system to provide greater driver control and improved traction on slippery surfaces. In addition, the V8 system is calibrated to allow for some wheel slip during acceleration when beneficial to driving conditions.
More new for '99 enhancements appear under the hood:
Electronic Throttle Control is now standard on Coupe and Convertible models equipped with a V6 engine and provides precise engine response to driver input.
A new engine oil-life monitor tracks engine rpm, coolant temperature and driving time to prompt the driver when the oil needs to be changed.
A Zexel Torsen® differential is now utilized in the limited-slip rear axle that is standard on Z28 models and included with (Y87) Performance Package on Camaro Coupe and Convertible.
These performance enhancements help keep Camaro at the head of the pack. Camaro's standard 3800 V6 -- available with either a five-speed manual transmission or an optional four-speed electronically controlled automatic -- provides 200 horsepower, compared with Ford Mustang's standard 150 horsepower 3.8-liter V6. And, though the 3800 is a V6, it's only 25 horsepower shy of the Mustang GT's standard V8 engine.
Standard on Z28 is the impressive 5.7 Liter LS1 V8 engine -- a modified version of the Corvette powerplant. It provides an incredible 305 horsepower -- significantly more than Mustang GT's standard 225 horsepower 4.6-liter V8. And, holding tightly to its performance roots, Camaro once again offers an optional SS Performance/Appearance Package that provides even more horsepower and torque. Camaro SS was first introduced in 1967 -- Camaro's very first year.
Camaro owners benefit in '99 from a larger 16.8 gallon, non-metallic fuel tank that helps increase driving distances between fill-ups.
The Monsoon premium audio system, previously optional only on Coupe and standard on Z28 Coupe, is now standard on both Z28 models and available on Camaro Coupe and Convertible. The Monsoon system provides such features as automatic tone control, speed-compensated volume, music search, eight speakers and a 200-watt amplifier.
With an impressive list of standard features, sports car styling and outstanding performance, and the expanded availability of the Monsoon audio system on Camaro Convertible models, the 1999 Camaro 'rocks' inside and out.Source - GM Corporation
Related Reading : Chevrolet Camaro History
The Chevrolet Camaro was introduced in 1967 as a compact car specifically built to provide competition for the highly popular Ford Mustang. This pony car was built atop of the same F-Body platform as the Pontiac Firebird, which had a similar production lifespan of 1967 through 2002. During the preproduction stages of the Chevrolet Camaro, General Motors codenamed the vehicle Panther. The name....
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Chevrolet Monthly Sales Volume
March 2023
398,141
1999 Chevrolet Camaro Vehicle Profiles
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Performance and Specification Comparison
Price Comparison
$13,000 - $20,000
$15,935
$16,000
$20,000
$23,150
$31,079
$38,325 - $45,000
Camaro Generation 4 Specification Comparison by Year
Year
Production
Wheelbase
Engine
Prices
39,103
101.00 in.
6 cyl., 207.00 CID., 160.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 275.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 275.00hp
$13,450 - $16,800
119,799
101.00 in.
6 cyl., 207.00 CID., 160.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 275.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 275.00hp
$1,875 - $22,075
122,725
101.10 in.
6 cyl., 207.00 CID., 160.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 275.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 275.00hp
$14,280 - $23,090
63,772
101.10 in.
6 cyl., 231.34 CID., 200.00hp
8 cyl., 347.84 CID., 300.00hp
8 cyl., 347.84 CID., 300.00hp
$15,000 - $25,000
54,972
101.10 in.
6 cyl., 231.00 CID., 200.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 275.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 305.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 310.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 320.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 275.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 305.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 310.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 320.00hp
$16,200 - $30,000
47,218
101.10 in.
6 cyl., 231.00 CID., 200.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 305.00hp
8 cyl., 347.84 CID., 320.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 305.00hp
8 cyl., 347.84 CID., 320.00hp
$17,150 - $38,000
46,105
101.10 in.
6 cyl., 231.00 CID., 200.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 305.00hp
8 cyl., 345.76 CID., 320.00hp
8 cyl., 350.00 CID., 305.00hp
8 cyl., 345.76 CID., 320.00hp
$16,600 - $31,358
45,461
101.10 in.
6 cyl., 231.00 CID., 200.00hp
8 cyl., 346.00 CID., 305.00hp
8 cyl., 347.84 CID., 325.00hp
8 cyl., 346.00 CID., 305.00hp
8 cyl., 347.84 CID., 325.00hp
$17,000 - $21,100
35,341
101.10 in.
6 cyl., 207.48 CID., 160.00hp
6 cyl., 231.89 CID., 200.00hp
8 cyl., 347.84 CID., 310.00hp
8 cyl., 347.84 CID., 325.00hp
6 cyl., 231.89 CID., 200.00hp
8 cyl., 347.84 CID., 310.00hp
8 cyl., 347.84 CID., 325.00hp
$18,000 - $33,495
42,098
101.10 in.
6 cyl., 183.07 CID., 160.00hp
6 cyl., 231.89 CID., 200.00hp
8 cyl., 347.84 CID., 310.00hp
8 cyl., 347.84 CID., 325.00hp
6 cyl., 231.89 CID., 200.00hp
8 cyl., 347.84 CID., 310.00hp
8 cyl., 347.84 CID., 325.00hp
$19,000 - $27,000
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