29k Original Miles: 2000 Chevrolet Camaro SS

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?