The third-generation Camaro brought a sharper shape and a stronger focus on handling to the 1980s. Chevrolet added the racing-inspired IROC-Z to the lineup in 1985, but this Z/28 has taken a path of its own. Its red, driver-quality finish, fiberglass cowl hood, handmade steel fender flares, Hawks front splitter, carbon fiber rear spoiler, and ultra-light carbon fiber doors make its intentions clear.
Under the hood is a 406ci small-block stroker built around a Dart SHP block with a forged crank, 4340 H-beam rods, JE forged pistons, AFR aluminum heads, and a custom solid roller camshaft with COMP Cams lifters. Holley HP multiport EFI and full MSD ignition manage the combination. Stainless Works headers feed a three-inch stainless exhaust with Borla mufflers. A Ram dual-disc clutch connects it to a T56 Magnum six-speed manual.
The chassis is equipped to match. JRZ triple-adjustable coilovers, a Ron Sutton three-link rear suspension, and UMI suspension components give this Z/28 an extensive handling setup. A Strange third member houses TruTrac limited slip and 3.70 gears, while Wilwood four-wheel discs and Bosch M5 ABS handle braking. Eighteen-by-twelve Forgestar F14 wheels fill the flares.
Inside, black Sparco racing seats, a full roll cage, Tilton pedal assembly, custom center console, Speedhut gauges, and a Holley digital dash carry the performance theme into the cabin. A Garmin Catalyst, Kenwood stereo, JL Audio amplifier and subwoofer, and Wolfbox rearview mirror round out a build with far more than its factory-era hardware could offer.
Yes - Radio
Yes - Temperature Gauge
Yes - Tachometer
Yes - Runs
Yes - Fuel Gauge
Yes - Heater
Yes - Brake Lights
Yes - Wipers
Yes - Turn Signals
Yes - Tail Lights
Yes - Speedometer
Yes - Oil Pressure Gauge
Yes - Horn
Yes - Headlights
