This 2000 Chevrolet Camaro SS is more than a pretty face. Its mechanical specifications guarantee astounding performance, while its luxury appointments ensure that the rapid motoring experience will be extremely comfortable. It has 29,500 miles on its odometer, equating to less than 1,150 miles traveled each year since it rolled off the showroom floor. It is ready for a new home, and I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Tony P. for spotting the Camaro listed here on Craigslist in Arlington Heights, Illinois. The seller set their price at $24,900 for what they describe as a collector-quality classic.
Gracing showroom floors from 1993 until 2002, Chevrolet’s Fourth Generation Camaro featured distinctive, aerodynamic styling. It also marked the end of the line for that approach, with its successor adopting a more retro appearance. This SS rolled off the line in 2000, finished in Code 41 Onyx Black with contrasting Silver stripes. Its condition is exceptional for its age, indicating that it has led a fairly sheltered life. The paint’s color and shine are almost deep enough to walk into, while the panels are laser-straight. The nose is particularly impressive, having avoided chips in what is traditionally a prone area. The stripes are crisp, and the 17″ chrome aluminum wheels appear flawless. Enthusiasts seeking a wind-in-the-hair motoring experience will undoubtedly welcome the first owner’s decision to order the Camaro with a T-Top.
I initially stated that this Camaro is loaded with luxury features, and that is no idle claim. Apart from the security of airbags, the buyer receives air conditioning, power windows, power locks with keyless entry, a six-way power driver’s seat, power mirrors, a power hatch release, leather trim, cruise control, a leather-wrapped tilt wheel, and a booming Monsoon AM/FM CD stereo pumping out 500 watts of sound you can feel. The interior condition is consistent with the odometer reading. The driver’s seat leather appears slightly stretched, but isn’t worn. The remaining upholstered surfaces are spotless, and there are no issues with trim or plastic. I can’t spot any aftermarket additions, although it is fair to say that this Camaro doesn’t need any.
This Camaro doesn’t seem to have any genuine weaknesses, and its mechanical specifications suggest it should provide a rewarding driving experience. The 2000 SS received an upgraded version of the 5.7-liter LS1 V8. When bolted into a Z28, this motor produced 305hp and 335 ft/lbs of torque. However, the SS pushed those figures to 320hp and 345 ft/lbs. The six-speed manual transmission places shifting in the driver’s hands, while power steering and four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes were standard fare in 2000. The seller doesn’t indicate the presence of evidence verifying their mileage claim, although the car’s condition makes the figure plausible. Given the bulletproof nature of the mechanical components, this Camaro should provide its next owner with decades of classic motoring pleasure.
The difference between what specialist organizations quote as a classic’s potential value and the reality demonstrated in the market can sometimes be significant. Such is the case with the 2000 Chevrolet Camaro SS. Hagerty suggests a price of $30,200 for a #2 example, and our feature car is close to that level. However, recent successful sales indicate a lower figure is more appropriate, and the seller’s price is consistent with those examples. This Camaro needs nothing and should provide its new owner with a thoroughly enjoyable motoring experience. If you’ve longed to park a Camaro of this caliber in your garage, could this SS be a contender?
Best color too 👍 👍 for this body in my opinion. Nice Chevrolet for sure, and fast. 3rd pedal is icing on the cake.
I had a 99 convertible Z28 6 speed. Repainted it dark navy, added headers, true duals, torque thrust wheels and .373 rear, which really wakes these things up. Someone asked me to price it, I shot very high, and poof, it was gone.
Yep, these have a special place in my heart too. Most people here know that I had a ’99 Z/28 – literally bought off of the showroom floor with every single option that was offered. Even had unique white seating which I never saw again. I sold it way too soon, but that’s what having kids will do.
This one here is what I am hoping to own one day – a final year SS 6 speed, but make mine a droptop.
Roger that! I’m looking for the same thing. Located a red anniversary convertible recently with 63,000 miles mated to a 6 speed. Wanted 24K for it. It looked to be in really good condition. These are starting to creep up in value. Plus they’re strong runners.
There seem to be a lot of ’02 SS convertibles with very low miles out there. People bought them up and stored them – last of the Camaros, they thought.
These cars fly under the radar. Nice find Primo, nice write up Adam!
This does not have the 2000 SS rims, they have been swapped for earlier rims. It’s not necessarily a big deal, but if the car is being sold as a low mileage “collector quality” car something that stands out at first glance should be addressed.
Steve R
I would respectfully disagree, a quick search on BaT shows a 2002 with the same rims, my 99 has them also.
Did you look up 2000 SS specifically? That shows a different rim than what this car has.
Steve R
I did some digging, and you are correct. For 2000 they came out with the 10 spoke chrome wheel option. I also discovered SLP kept the chrome 5 spoke ZR-1 wheel as a “legacy: option through 2002. So that might explain it.
Nobody who is serious about selling a car for top dollar lists it on CL (scammer HQ). Plenty of better options, eBay motors or BAT are just two of them.
I sold my ’70 Vette Convertible on CL and got my asking price. Not a single problem, and I got to keep all of the money. That’s just one example, have sold several vehicles on CL. I even had a mother and son drive up to NH from NJ in a hurricane to buy a 2000 Audi S4.
If you know how to write a compelling ad, take great pictures and post the max amount of them, and have a halfway decent head on your shoulders, there’s no reason why you can’t use any advertising medium to your advantage.
I did exactly that just a couple of months ago with a friend’s vehicle. Very detailed ad listing, lots of good clear photos. Got at least 100 texts, all scammers, not one single legit inquiry. Never again.
Sorry to hear that. I guess I just got lucky. This was in NH, not sure if location makes a difference.
Ha, believe it or not, my friend’s ad was in NH (Concord) also.. back in November. I guess you got the last good one.
Wow, LOL! Small world.
I live in Georgia now and I would not want to sell a car through CL here. Just too many people around here, several of them very friendly, but several of them look and act questionable.
Well, coincidence again. My friend is in NH, but I also live in GA. Sugar Hill near Lake Lanier. Nothing but scammers here on CL, FB marketplace and NextDoor app.
Funny!
I’m in Hiram, west of ATL. You are near Buford, where my Brother and Sister in law live, I think.
Too bad with all the hoopla they didn’t think about a picture of all those past service records. Making this car worth another $3k.
Some people’s kids..
Nice LOOKING SS.
Nice ride. Exhaust, subframe connectors, clear signals, clear air intake.
I have been eyeing these for a few months , i already own a topless 95t/a but looking for more grunt , the 4 th gen prices are on the rise and the 5th gen are flatlining , the 5 th gen has a 100 more hp and fully independent suspension and bigger brakes and all , which sorta makes no sense buying this unless you really need it