Over the last week, GM Authority has spotted several interesting GM concept vehicles that appear to be headed to the crusher, including the 1990 Cadillac Aurora Concept, as well as the 2001 Pontiac REV Concept. Now, we’re back at it with what appears to be a never-before-seen Chevy Camaro Z/28 concept. Although this thing is clearly some kind of Camaro, what it is exactly remains unclear – and indeed, it’s possible this thing has never seen the light of day outside of GM’s internal development teams.
Once again spotted at GM’s scrapyard prep area, this particular model displays several interesting design cues that point towards the fifth-generation Camaro, in particular the face-lifted 2014 and 2015 model years. The rear end bears the traditional golden Chevy bow tie between the taillights and a white Z/28 logo on the passenger side of the trunk. While the backlight glass and shark fin antenna placement closely mimic the 2014-through-2015 Camaro, the rear fascia introduces some distinct variations as well.
Notably, the taillights on this prototype are slimmer, with a different arrangement of white and red lighting, showing large white sections surrounded by red accents, as compared to the production Camaro’s more balanced white-and-red graphics. Moreover, the trunk on this mystery model is positioned higher up, altering the rear deck profile significantly compared to the standard production Camaro, the latter which features a trunk cut-line that spans prominently between the lower portion of the taillights.
The rear bumper and diffuser area of the prototype also show dramatic alterations. Rather than the production Z/28’s low rear diffuser and quad exhaust tips, this model features an entirely new lower valance that starts high and dips towards the center, suggesting the possibility of a central exhaust setup.
Another notable change is the rear wing. Differing from the larger wing attached to the production Z/28, the prototype sports a slimmer, possibly pedestal-mounted wing with upward-curving tips at the outer edges, suggesting a blend of aerodynamic functionality and aesthetic flair.
Unfortunately, like many prototypes and concept vehicles that never transition into production, it appears that GM might soon consign this unique piece of automotive history to the crusher, as indicated by its current parking arrangement alongside other soon-to-be scrapped vehicles.
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Nice find, that’s pretty cool!
I got excited thinking this is a prototype for 7th gen, but oh well…
No place for a license plate. This is a race cor, not a street cor.
E Z28 The Opening in rear of the body of blue car the sound of Actual Engine Revs I would Buy. Look at the E- Ray Corvette
This is extremely cool. I’m guessing it’s a design exercise or proposal related to the gen 5 MCE.
Is that an exhaust where a plate would go
Looks cartoonish, like something they were making for a Transformers movie.
It’a shame that GM has to crush all these photo types. Down the road, the past vehicles hay have survived, have brought big aution money. They are sold on a bill of sale. Maybe GM could auction these of on a bill of sale, for charity. This would keep them alive and make money for some great causes. Come on GM, lets see some good come of these vehicles1
5th Gen ROCKED!
Again here: https://gmauthority.com/blog/2014/04/just-what-have-we-here/
I like the look of the Facelifted 2014-2015 much more than the Gen 6.
Went from legit muscle car to Hot Wheels in my opinion.
I have a 2 SS with the drag pack 2010 love it 6 speed manual transmission with the LS3 great car
I think it’s crazy new generation is going to miss out on a lot of fun and turning a wrench to take pride in your cars motor they will just get a bigger battery 😆 🤣 😂
Yes yes yes
I have a 2015 Z28. I don’t think they could have done anything better than they did. When I take it to cruise night people drool all over it. Good job Chevy.