1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Drag Race Car For Sale In Cleveland, Ohio 44130
Get ready to feed your need for speed with this 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Drag Race Car! This two-door drag race car features a crisp, muscular styling made mostly of fiberglass for speed, and durability. Powered by a Big Block 548 C.I. V8 engine that is mated with a Powerglide transmission, this Camaro is ready to supply a powerful, performance-oriented driving experience.
This 1981 Race Car (Z-28 Camaro Last Made) was built and fabricated by Gordon J. Schewe with his bare hands and raced at the local Northern Ohio racetracks. Gordon grew up in Parma, Ohio and his passion since he was young was racing. Gordon has since passed away in March 2024, leaving behind a racing legacy that is well known throughout Northern Ohio! It comes with a 23 Ft. trailer and all the needed tools, equipment, and parts to race tomorrow. It does need some minor upgrades, but you can rest assured that this Camaro Z28 will inspire your love of pure American muscle for many years to come!
Race Car Specs:
Purchased September 1986 Painted By Ozzie, 1987
Finished Car In Winter 1987/1988 - Installed Parachute
First Race Runs Were Late Summer 1988
Ran 368 C.I. Small Block At First
Engine Built By Bob Weber Racing Engines
Car Ran 9.90s At 140mph
Switched To Big Block Chevy Engine In 1992
509 C.I. Built By Bob Weber Racing Engines
Car Ran 9.20s at 145mph
With Single Four Barrel
Switched To Tunnel/Ram
Work By Hawkins Speed Shop
Car Ran 8.99s At 150mph Off The Trailer
Car Ran Consistent 8.90s At 150mph
Best Run Of 8.75s At 155mph (Twice)
Transmission/Powerglide (TCI)
1:76 Gear Ratio With Pro Brake
4500 Stall Converter (COAN)
Rear End Ratio 4:88 Gears
Car Weight 2,250lbs Without Driver
NEW ENGINE
Built By Michael's Racing Engines
Big Block Chevy 548 C.I.
510 C.I. Engine Tunnel Ram
Bore: 4.530 / Stroke: 4.250
Chevy Bowtie Heads NO. 861 Done By (CFE)
Weiand Tunnel Ram With Two 105s
Stock Holleys No. 9375
And SO MUCH MORE!
This 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Drag Race has been very well maintained. It is a must see to truly appreciate its classic authenticity and charm. In fact, come see for yourself! You will agree that you cannot find another '81 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Drag Race Car in this condition for the asking price. Call today for more information on how you can get behind the wheel of this iconic classic gem!!!
