Chevrolet Camaro Z28 (1st generation)
A high-revving Trans-Am legend built for the track and the street.
- Power
- 290 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 7.4 s
- Top speed
- 130 mph
- Est. value
- $60k–$160k
About the Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 was the final and most refined iteration of the first-generation SCCA Trans-Am homologation special. It featured the high-revving 302 cubic-inch V8, which combined a 327 block with a 283 crankshaft to stay under the 5.0-litre racing limit. While officially rated at 290 hp for insurance purposes, actual output was closer to 350 hp, delivering a peaky power band suited for road courses rather than drag strips. The 1969 model is distinguished by its sharper 'hugger' styling, optional cowl-induction hood, and iconic dual racing stripes.
Chevrolet Camaro Z28 specs
The Chevrolet Camaro Z28 produces 290 bhp (216 kW) and 393 Nm (290 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 7.4 seconds and has a top speed of 130 mph (210 km/h).
| Make | Chevrolet |
|---|---|
| Model | Camaro Z28 |
| Generation | First Generation (1st generation) |
| Trim | 4.9 V8 |
| Years | 1967–1969 |
| Type | Muscle |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 28,103 built |
| Original price | About $3,200 when new |
| Engine | 4.9-litre V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,949 cc (4.9 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 290 bhp (216 kW) at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 393 Nm (290 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 7.4 s |
| Top speed | 130 mph (210 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,420 kg (3,131 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 204 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Chevrolet Camaro Z28 worth?
A typical Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is estimated to be worth $60,000 – $160,000 (about £45,000 – £119,000).
Its original price when new was about $3,200.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Chevrolet Camaro Z28 rarity in CarSpot
The Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is an Epic card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 66 out of 100. Supercars and serious performance cars, typically worth around £100,000 to £250,000. An Epic card is worth 80 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Chevrolet Camaro Z28 fun facts
- The Z/28 name was originally just an internal RPO (Regular Production Option) code that became one of the most famous badges in automotive history.
- The 302 V8 engine was specifically designed to meet the SCCA Trans-Am engine displacement limit of 305 cubic inches.
- Production of the Z/28 skyrocketed in 1969 to 20,302 units, compared to just 602 in its inaugural 1967 model year.