Can we just talk for a moment about what an incredible deal this 2000 Chevrolet Camaro SS is, complete with the factory SLP Engineering touches and a functional ram air system? This is not a sleeper in the traditional sense, but it is in terms of being a car many of us don’t often think about when bemoaning how expensive collector vehicles have gotten. This Camaro is listed here on craigslist with the preferred 6-speed manual and LS1 combination, under 80,000 miles, and an asking price of just $10,200.
Thanks to Barn Finds reader Curvette for the tip. The Camaro SS found fewer than 10,000 takers in the year 2000, which is a bit of a shock considering how much high-performance kit you got. The suspension was specially tuned, the 17-inch wheels were one of the prettiest OEM designs GM has ever made, and the SS badging was restrained but still noticeable. The beauty of this Camaro beyond its build sheet is how wonderfully stock it remains, with no signs of obvious modifications like an aftermarket exhaust system. The seller notes the only tweak is the aftermarket radio.
Oh, how wonderful it is to see a manual inside of a 4th-generation Camaro. In fact, it seems like enthusiasts were waking up to the fact that they should spec their muscle car with three pedals, since the Camaro SS sold incredibly well with the stick. 4,772 6-speed coupes found buyers in 2000, but even with this achievement noted, I still rarely see clean hardtops like this one on the road today. In addition to the T56 Borg Warner 6-speed, it also came equipped with a 3.42 limited slip rear differential. This example also has the desirable T-top roof panels.
The 5.7L came stock with a generous helping of power, clocking in at 320 b.h.p. 0-60 blew by in a hair over 5 seconds, and the quarter mile ripped by in safely under 14 seconds. This was, and is, a legitimate performer by any definition, and with dirt-cheap maintenance costs and plenty of available spares and upgrade parts, it makes an awful lot of sense for both the price of entry and long-term costs. So, why isn’t the 4th-generation Camaro more of an item? We will leave that to you to discuss in the comments below.
This may well be a great car – but it still looks like a catfish that was hit by a sledgehammer or ugly stick. All the right go fast pieces just don’t create the excitement. Not a great year for Motor City beauties.
These cars were designed in the wind tunnel. Anyone else notice that when GM stopped building Camaros and Firebirds, NASCAR halted the IROC Series?
Personally I have always liked the way the 4th gen looks.The T56 is a joy to row through the gears. With only 80K on the clock it’s worth the asking price.