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Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Classic Oldsmobile 442 Nearly Outruns Modern Camaro ZL1 in Surprising Drag Strip Duel
⚡️ Read the full article on Motorious A recent drag racing video has ignited the interest of muscle car fans after a classic Oldsmobile 442 nearly beat a modern Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 at Island Dragway, proving that old-school power can still hold its own against high-tech horsepower. Captured by ImportRace and shared on YouTube, the footage shows the modern Camaro ZL1, a supercharged V8 beast rated at 650 horsepower, line up against a second-generation Oldsmobile 442, likely a 1970 model. Despite being separated by more than five decades of engineering, the pair delivered an intensely close showdown. In the race that caught enthusiasts' attention, the Oldsmobile 442 launched with authority, nearly lifting its front tires off the ground in a dramatic takeoff. It blazed through the quarter-mile in just 10.80 seconds at 121.49 mph. The Camaro ZL1 crossed just behind at 11.45 seconds, although it managed a slightly higher trap speed of 123.41 mph. Though the ZL1 eventually caught up in top-end speed, the Oldsmobile's brutal low-end torque and aggressive launch nearly stole the show—showcasing how well a properly tuned vintage muscle car can compete with today's factory supercars. In another earlier matchup on the same day, the ZL1 faced off against a classic Camaro, winning convincingly with a time of 11.39 seconds compared to its rival's 13.20-second pass. Despite the Camaro ZL1's advanced technology and refined suspension, the Oldsmobile 442 reminded spectators that raw power and muscle-era tuning still deserve respect. As GM has officially ended Camaro production, races like this keep the legacy of American performance alive, proving that sometimes, the underdog isn't the one with less horsepower—it's the one with more history.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Unleashing a Legend: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Hennessey 750 Convertible Roars With Rare Power and Drop-Top Style
⚡️ Read the full article on Motorious A rare and barely driven 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible modified by renowned tuner Hennessey Performance is turning heads on the collector market with just 7,436 miles on the odometer—and a staggering 708 horsepower under the hood. Starting life as a factory ZL1 with a 6.2-liter supercharged V8, this Victory Red convertible was transformed into an HPE750 by the Texas-based performance powerhouse, Hennessey. The upgrade, which reportedly cost around $25,000, brought extensive modifications including a new camshaft, ported heads, custom pulleys, and an upgraded heat exchanger. The result is a dyno-verified output of 708 hp—up from the factory-rated 580 hp. Performance isn't the only standout. This Camaro wears aggressive styling cues, from carbon fiber hood vents to blacked-out trim, custom badging, and staggered 20-inch wheels wrapped in sticky rubber. The cabin complements the bold exterior with Alcantara-trimmed sport seats featuring red stitching and Hennessey embroidery, along with a touchscreen infotainment system and retro-inspired auxiliary gauges. Shifting duties are handled by a TR6060 six-speed manual transmission, sending power to a 3.73-geared limited-slip rear end. Beneath the surface, a strut tower brace, stainless headers, and upgraded exhaust system refine both handling and soundtrack. Braking is managed by Brembo-supplied power discs at all four corners. Originally built for straight-line muscle, this version shows that open-air performance and track-capable dynamics can coexist. Despite its ferocity, the car remains in near-showroom condition, making it a standout example of modern American muscle. With the ZL1 Hennessey 750 Convertible, Chevrolet and Hennessey prove that even in a world leaning toward electric performance, there's still plenty of thunder left in the old-school V8—and room for the wind in your hair while you're at it. See it here.
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Yahoo
I'm Going To Disneyland: Kids Steal Camaro ZL1 For Epic Road Trip
Read the full story on The Auto Wire Two kids are accused of stealing a Chevy Camaro ZL1, then leading police on a high-speed chase all the way to Disneyland in Southern California. It's the sort of thing you'd expect from the plot of a movie, although this story doesn't exactly have a pretty the Camaro ZL1 was at a Ritz-Carlton hotel, although a report from ABC7 doesn't specify where in Southern California, when it was stolen. Police from an unspecified department, we're assuming CHP, spotted the high-powered American muscle car on the northbound 5 Freeway in Irvine. A chase ensued and as you might imagine, the cops were completely outgunned. But the kids didn't push the ZL1, which appears to have the 1LE Track Performance Package, as hard as it could go. Instead, they kept it at around 100 mph. For whatever reason, the romantic side of us would like to believe it was the original plan, the kids headed to Disneyland. They ditched the muscle car in the Pixar Pals parking structure before taking off on foot. It's not clear if the kids slipped into the park, were picked up by someone else, or what happened. Police shut down the parking garage, letting nobody in or out, but didn't find the suspects. Considering how notoriously tight security is at the Happiest Place on Earth (a title we'd dispute), going into Disneyland when you're on the lam from police would be a supremely dumb idea. Trying to hide in the crowds probably wouldn't work – Disney has technology to sort through all those people. In our opinion, driving a Camaro ZL1 at high speeds is better than any theme park ride. Just it's best to do that on a track and with proper training, not stealing one and blasting around on public roads. Thankfully these kids didn't cause a serious crash. Image via ABC7/YouTube Join our Newsletter, subscribe to our YouTube page, and follow us on Facebook.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Chevrolet says a next-gen Camaro is still possible. What could it look like?
News recently broke that executives at General Motors did not green-light the development of the next-generation Chevrolet Camaro pony car, citing a disbelief that the vehicle would have any legitimate market appeal, according to Car & Driver. Despite this setback, the team behind the next-gen Camaro proposal isn't finished yet, and a new Camaro could arrive eventually–it might just be a while. That being said, if the beloved Chevy Camaro is going to make a comeback, it'll have to pull out all the stops to compete with the likes of the Ford Mustang and Dodge Charger, and recognize new competition like the Toyota Supra and Nissan Z. Using generative text-to-image artificial intelligence, we take an imagined look at what a revived Chevrolet Camaro could look like, incorporating current GM design cues and imagining what currently existing powertrains and platforms it could optimize. These images are for speculation purposes only and in no way depict any actual General Motors not entirely impossible that a next-gen Camaro could get an all-new powertrain of its own, but it's also not very likely. Thankfully, GM's current arsenal of parts and powertrains isn't devoid of thrilling performance, and there are some seriously intriguing options that would both spice up the Camaro's performance and enhance its efficiency. Firstly, the basic Camaro could swap out the old 275-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine for the larger, turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine, which produces a stout 325 horsepower and 380 lb-ft of torque when found beneath the hood of a Cadillac CT4-V. Paired with a standard 10-speed automatic transmission, rear-wheel drive, and perhaps even an optional all-wheel drive system, this could make an excellent base model package. Replacing the naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8 in the previous Camaro SS with a turbocharged six-cylinder seems like sacrilege for an iconic nameplate like the Camaro, but if Dodge can do so with the Charger, it seems fitting that Chevrolet could do the same in an attempt to differentiate itself from the Ford Mustang GT and modernize its mechanics. In place of the previous, 455-horsepower V8 could see the 472-horsepower, twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter V6 found in the Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing. This would also allow for the possibility of an optional 6-speed manual transmission, since it can be opted for in the Caddy, and would require relatively minimal reengineering. Of course, how could you sell a model like the Camaro without an available V8? The ZL1 package could be revived using the supercharged 6.2-liter V8 found in the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing, which produces 668 horsepower and 659 lb-ft of torque. Paired with either a 6-speed manual or 10-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, this would be the old-school muscle car on steroids that the ZL1 always now that we live in the seemingly-dystopian world of 2025, it wouldn't surprise me at all if converting the entire Camaro model lineup into a line of crossovers resulted in a green light from GM's top executive decision-makers. This could make use of a variety of powertrains, ranging from supercharged V8s to dual-motor all-electric power. This could make all-wheel drive a standard feature across the Camaro lineup. Imagine a Camaro-sized crossover based on GM's Alpha platform, pairing a 668-horsepower supercharged V8 with a rapid-shifting 10-speed automatic and the traction of four-wheel drive. Perhaps an all-electric SS package could make use of the Chevrolet Blazer EV SS's 615-horsepower all-electric powertrain. If you're a die-hard Camaro enthusiast, I do apologize for the mere suggestion of turning the beloved pony car into a crossover in search of enhanced sales. Unfortunately, the reality of the situation is that not enough people were buying the Camaro as it was, and turning the model into a crossover might actually change always unfortunate to see a vehicle that's coveted by so many people fade away into irrelevance because corporate executives just don't believe it's still worth building. There are certainly ways to make the Camaro a more marketable product, but each and every one of them comes with the risk of huge financial losses. Hopefully, the team behind the next-generation Camaro can come up with something feasible soon. Do you want to see the Camaro return with new engines and updated looks, or would you rather leave the pony car to rest as an icon of the past? Would you be at all interested in a Camaro crossover, or would you consider such a thing blasphemous? Let us know how you feel in the comments–we love to hear from you! Love reading Autoblog? Sign up for our weekly newsletter to get exclusive articles, insider insights, and the latest updates delivered right to your inbox. Click here to sign up now!
