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1996 Camaro Z28 SS

Quarter Mile Time: 13.46 Seconds

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After a 24-year hiatus, the Camaro SS(Z28SS) badge returned once again for the unveiling of the much anticipated 1996 model. Boasting dual catalytic converters jacked up the 1996 Z28’s power by 10 horsepower giving it a meaty 285 hp and 335 ft-lb of torque. This new SS was aimed at the renewed muscle car resurgence happening with the Mustang Cobra, GT buyers, and collectors.

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In 1996, these were the features that had customers lining up for the new Z28SS SLP

5.7-liter LT1 V-8(standard in Z28 coupes and Z28 convertibles)
small block V-8
six-speed manual gearbox
dual catalytic converters
4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes
new OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics Second Generation)
PASS-Key II theft-deterrent system
tilt-wheel adjustable steering column
center console with an illuminated storage compartment
intermittent wipers, side-window defoggers
AM/FM stereo with four speakers and cassette tape player

The SS dropped the hammer on the quarter-mile run with an impressive 13.46 seconds at 108 miles per hour.

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