Vehicle Description
2019 Chevrolet COPO Camaro 50th Anniversary Edition For Sale - #32
of 69 50th Anniversary Examples LMC is very proud to offer for sale
this 2019 Chevrolet COPO Camaro 50th Anniversary Edition The
original 1969 COPO Camaro was inspired by Illinois-based Chevrolet
dealer Fred Gibb, who used the company's special-order system to
build what wasn't already offered in the Camaro. The goal was to
make the car more competitive in Stock Eliminator drag racing,
which was rooted in production-based vehicles. It occurred to Gibb
that Chevrolet's in-house special-order system, known as Central
Office Production Order (COPO), could provide an advantage.
Typically, the COPO system was used for fleet vehicle services such
as special paint or truck equipment, but Gibb used it to equip the
Camaro with the all-aluminum ZL1 427 racing engine. With its
lightweight block and heads, the ZL1 427 engine weighed about 100
pounds less than the iron-based 396 Big Block engine offered in the
Camaro and produced more power. It was the perfect solution for the
drag strip. Only 69 original ZL1 Camaros were produced and now have
become one of the most expensive and desirable muscle cars in the
world. Chevrolet opened the next chapter in the COPO Camaro legacy
in 2011 with the introduction of a COPO Camaro race car concept at
the SEMA Show. The overwhelming response helped Chevrolet make the
decision to build the new COPO Camaro race cars in 2012. In 2019,
Chevrolet offered a special 50th Anniversary edition of the COPO
painted in a special Anniversary Blue Metallic exterior color that
pays homage to the original Laguna Blue offered in 1969.
Additionally, a 50th Anniversary Engine Appearance Package that
emulates the look of vintage Chevy performance engines, with an
orange engine block, chrome valve covers and a black high-rise
intake manifold is offered. This 2019 Chevrolet COPO Camaro offered
here for sale is #32 of the 69 examples built and is brand new
having never been started or driven! Under the cowl hood lies the
optional LSX 427ci V8 which is the same cubic inch as the original
and comes mated to a race prepared three-speed automatic
transmission. Equipment includes a carbon-fiber hood, wheelie bars,
two racing bucket seats, Simpson harnesses, and AutoMeter
instrumentation. Options include the Engine Appearance Package and
the Racer's Package, which added a parachute, trunk-mounted weight
box, and dual batteries. Additional factory modifications include
deletion of the side view mirrors, a parachute, and an engine
shut-off switch on the rear bumper. Complete with an extra set of
Weld Racing wheels, two Simpson Driving Suits and Simpson racing
gloves this 2019 Chevrolet COPO Camaro is ready to used on the
dragstrip or preserved in your collection! Additional Details: -
