Vehicle Description
This 1997 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 SS was built at a time when SLP was
at the very top of the Camaro food chain. With factory connections
and the ability to order one of these incredible F-bodies directly
through your local dealer, it was the quickest, easiest way to get
all the hi-po goodies without looking through a catalog and
building it yourself.
The fourth-generation Camaro was unquestionably a great-looking
car, and SLP's modifications only enhance the aggressive attitude.
Almost all the bodywork is stock, but SLP added their own custom
hood, which became the SS's signature design element, a gaping,
fully-functional ram-air setup that actually worked as advertised.
Bright red paint certainly doesn't hurt, and it's probably the
signature color for the SS, particularly with the sleek windshield
and fastback profile that gives it a fighter jet cockpit look. The
rear wing is better-integrated into the design than just about
anything built since, and thanks to composite body panels (except
for the quarters) it'll look this good practically forever. It
shows 41,189 miles, and given how nice this car is, there's not
much reason to doubt that it's correct. A few SS badges help
identify the car to those unfamiliar with the top-of-the-line
Camaro, but by the time anyone notices, the car will be long
gone.
SLP knew that real drivers were their primary customers, so the
supportive chairs inside this SS wear charcoal gray leather, and
it's in excellent condition with only a few signs of use. For the
most part, it's purely stock Camaro hardware inside, including the
fat airbag-equipped steering wheel, comprehensive instrument panel,
and leather-wrapped shifter knob for the 4-speed automatic
transmission. Niceties include power windows, locks, and mirrors, a
tilt column, and A/C, none of which seem to hurt performance in any
notable way. The upholstery, carpets, and door panels are very good
condition, indicative of the two caring owners that have enjoyed
it. SLP added an SS badge on the dash, just above the familiar
GM/Delco AM/FM stereo with a CD changer, which still sounds decent
today, although with T-tops you might forego even using it. Open
the large hatch and you have a decent-sized trunk that doesn't seem
to have ever carried any cargo, given that it looks almost new.
This is a seriously nice car.
SLP excelled in making the most of Chevy's small block V8s, and
thanks to a few time-tested tricks, this SS was the fastest,
nastiest pony car on the market in 1997. The most notable upgrade
is, of course, that functional ram-air hood, which includes a
massive air filter right under the scoop, which force-feeds the LT1
nice, cool air. Other tweaks include a special cat-back exhaust
system that gives this Camaro a rebellious roar instead of a stock
mumble, and a few other tweaks to add a few ponies here and there.
The engine bay is extremely clean with all the factory parts still
intact and sings of careful maintenance that keeps it in top
mechanical condition without spoiling its authenticity. Recent
service includes a new A/C compressor and dryer, a fresh water
pump, and new belts. A 4-speed automatic transmission snaps through
the gears like you're power-shifting it yourself and the
hunkered-down suspension is far more capable than you'd expect from
a car with a live rear axle. You'll note that the floors are
immaculate with factory overspray and no signs that this car has
ever seen snow. Classic 5-spoke "A-mold" wheels are one of Chevy's
very best designs, with these wearing 275/40/17 BFGoodrich rubber
with plenty of life left.
Heavily documented with papers like the original widow sticker,
build sheet, SLP inspector check list, and an owner's manual, this
is a high-grade Camaro at a very reasonable price. Call today!
