As we covered earlier this month, GM recently updated its online configurator to include the new 2020 Chevrolet Camaro, giving interested buyers and fans alike a chance to spec theirs as they see fit. The latest Camaro brings with it a new front end, the new LT1 trim level, an optional 10-speed automatic transmission for models equipped with the 3.6L LGX V6 engine and a number of other changes. Check out all the changes here.
Naturally, online configurators are a great opportunity to have some fun and see what can be created. With that in mind, we decided to use the tool to create the most expensive 2020 Chevrolet Camaro possible.
Note that the configurator currently does not include several of the latest special-edition Camaro models on offer, such as the Shock and Steel Edition, or Redline Special Edition.
With that, we began our virtual spending spree with the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE trim level, which starts at $62,000. Framed as the most-powerful production Camaro ever created, the ZL1 is motivated by the supercharged 6.2L LT4 V8 engine, which is tuned to 650 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque.
While the base convertible version is more expensive than the coupe, the hardtop is the one to get if it’s maximum outlay you’re after, given it’s offered with the ZL1 1LE Extreme Track Performance Package. This package was designed to transform the 2020 Chevrolet Camaro into a true track terror, and includes highlights like a Satin Black hood wrap, upgraded aero components, carbon fiber inserts, 19-inch wheels wrapped in Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperCar rubber and DSSV suspension bits. All of these goodies add a hefty $7,500 to the bottom line.
We also went with the pricier 10-speed automatic transmission, rather than the six-speed manual.
Outside, the Chevrolet Camaro is offered with three premium colors, each of which adds a little under $400 to the bottom line. And because we’re going for maximum dollars here, we checked off the greenish-yellow Shock paint option.
For the available Packages, the ZL1 Protection Package isn’t offered with the Extreme Track Performance. However, the Black Wheel Lug Nuts and Locks Package is, so we grabbed it. There are also 20-inch wheels, but they aren’t compatible with the Track package, so we stuck with the standard 19-inchers instead.
Little things like battery protection adds a few bucks, as does the fuel filler door in black with visible carbon fiber, the front license plate bracket, and vehicle cover.
Upgraded infotainment via the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Premium System with Navigation and eight-inch HD touchscreen is a good one too, adding $495 to the price. The performance data and video recorder also adds $1,300.
For our build, the standard Recaro seats are complemented with red seat belts, plus a carbon fiber shift knob and instrument panel.
When it came to picking accessories, we went for the lot. That means all the possible floor mat options, a cargo mat and cargo net, the bike rack, all the audio accessories, and all three tool kits. Now, we realize that it’s highly unlikely any real buyer would actually do this, but once you get locked into making the most expensive Chevrolet Camaro possible, the tendency is to push it as far as you can.
All told, our accessories spending spree racked up another $3,714.
The end result of all this box-ticking? A final net price of $78,015, not including accessories. That includes the $62,000 base price, $395 premium color, $7,815 in packages, and $6,210 in selected options. Destination freight charge adds $995 and the gas guzzler tax is $2,100, but Chevy also threw in a $1,500 discount. Throw in the plethora of accessories we selected, and we’re looking at $81,729.
How would you build yours, dear reader? Hit the configurator here and let us know by posting in the comments, and don’t forget to subscribe to GM Authority for more Chevrolet Camaro news, Chevrolet news and around-the-clock GM news coverage.
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One has to wonder how many Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 will be sold given that it is more expensive than a 2020 Chevrolet C8 Corvette and the truth is that the new C8 Corvette will destroy a big segment of the auto business because the C8 Corvette outperforms a number of sports and luxury coupes as foreign car companies will need to cut prices and increase performance or discontinue certain models.
Lots, no one to build C8’s. At least lots of Camaro parts , even aftermarket, C8’s not proven as a production car as of yet, and I’ll go toe to toe with any vette anywhere, wet or dry, straight line or road course, it’ll take a very high end $$$ vette to keep up with my ZL1…
Resell value the Corvette will do better
It’s a bad ass looking car that performs well. The cars of the 60’s and 70’s were also very similar. However then the majority of people could afford buying and driving one.
As cars crashed insurance costs skyrocketed. Back then the cost to repair one damaged in an accident only included a few expensive parts. This car and similar bad ass cars by Ford and Chrysler have similar expensive parts plus they all have limited room around the engine and sheet metal , which can drive the cost to repair into the next universe.
With few exceptions not many of the owners will push any of the new breed of ‘go fast cars’ to their limit. The end result can and will result in horrific accidents.
The side affect for this Camaro plus similar cars by Ford and Chrysler, will be the lookalike much lower priced 6 Cyl or small V8’s that the less affluent buyers can afford and enjoy ALMOST as much as they can . Only with less horsepower.
Some new owners of fast cars will drive within the speed limits while a few people new to driving a new ‘go fast Car’ will take a dare or decide to try driving ‘foot to the floor ‘. Unfortunately some of those drivers will experience the fact that lots of horsepower is very VERY difficult to control and crash.
Those things all happened in our past in Corvettes , Mustangs and Hemi Cudas.
I owned a Speed Shop/Custom Bike Shop from the late 1960’s until the mid 1980’s . I lost several wannabe Street Race Car drivers and hard core bikers who over drove their vehicles. And crashed killing themselves or others they hit.
Buy the car if you can afford one, but limit your driving to your ability AFTER you take a high performance driving course to handle your car. Raceway Park in Old Bridge NJ ended drag racing this past year and now have a road course for high horsepower exotic cars . They are slowly popping up all around the USA. AND you need to take the driving lessons seriously if you buy one of those ‘Monster Cars’ (that’s what I call them) that can easily walk any prior 1960’s. ‘Muscle Car’
If you buy one, enjoy it, but please take driving lessons for high performance cars and keep safe! Never overdrive your abilities
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How would you build yours, dear reader? Hit the configurator here
What configurator?
What happened to GM? I’m a hard core Chevy fan, hell I own a 1988 Iroc Z, but the look of this car is unimpressive. It looks like a Supra, like the rest of your cars, and the price of them, you’d have to be close to a millionaire to afford them instead of enjoying them. Why? It’s all about MONEY, not what the consumer wants. I’m a Camaro nut, I collect all Camaro’s but you’re making a classic into trash. Bring back the old look, I don’t care what generation just make it look like a Camaro again please!
I see a lot of first gen in this gen Camaro. Don’t you?
I feel this way, too, but realistically we have to look at the price of a Viper when it wasn’t so powerful, and consider that the old ones had plastic windows that had to be purchased separate and locked in place. Back in the day, 27″ of rubber on the back end of a 400HP Viper couldn’t keep it planted, and here we are with 650HP in a driveable car that is comfortable and the AC can actually cool the entire cabin. I don’t like the hike in prices either, but considering what these things are, I guess we really can’t argue.
The laws of physics haven’t changed, the electronics have. Traction control keeps the morons from killing themselves with 650 hp.
Excuse me? This is one of the meanest looking cars ever!!!! So good!!!
I’d order mine with visibility. Something GM doesnt sell
yes Bill I have to agree with you I was considering a new Z 28 a couple years ago I would’ve like to have the lS7 but after sitting in the car you could not see out of it the quarter panels are tremendous and it wasn’t thought out very well especially on the instrument panel so I put that idea on a back burner maybe to improve this car
That’s really cute, but who wants a fully loaded tank?
Seriously, a “track terror” with heated seats, heated steering wheel, and dial zone a/c?
Put the LT4 in a 1LT body and we’ll talk about track terrors and street sweepers…
Make it convertible. That should cost more LOL.