2002
Chevrolet Camaro reviews and buying guide.
2002 Chevrolet Camaro
The 2002 Chevrolet Camaro
is the purest, most uncompromising expression of the
breed, "America’s honest sports car."
And it celebrates its 35-year heritage by introducing
a limited edition 35th Anniversary Package in 2002,
available on the 2002 Chevrolet Camaro SS Coupes and
2002 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertibles. All are finished
in Bright Rallye Red.
Chevrolet Camaro Coupes
include removable T-tops roof panels and body-color
roof halo; convertibles have a black top. Wide dual
stripes, fading solid silver into a checkered flag,
run the length of the Camaro from the front fascia,
over the hood and onto the rear decklid and spoiler.
Other distinguishing
features on the Chevrolet Camaro are black SS wheels
with machine-faced surfaces, a silver debossed Camaro
name on the front grille and rear fascia, and commemorative
front fender emblems.
Inside, the 35th Anniversary
logo is embroidered onto the front headrests and a special
trophy/rear shelf mat. Also included is an Ebony leather
interior trim with Medium Gray leather inserts as well
as a special-issue owner’s portfolio. And all 2002
Camaros sport a 35th anniversary badge on the dashboard.
Camaro continues in coupe
or convertible form. Eager to perform, Camaro offers
four unique models, a trio of transmission options and
other option packages such as the SS. Customers have
a choice of affordable performance-oriented sporty cars
with traditional rear-wheel drive and muscular pushrod
V8 engines versus higher-priced domestic or import models.
Choice of coupes &
convertibles
The four available models
are Camaro Coupe and Convertible, and Z28 Coupe and
Convertible. Coupe models are also available with removable
roof panels, exclusive among the non-GM vehicles in
its market segment.
In addition, two option
packages transform Camaro into something sportier still.
The Sport Appearance Package includes specific front
and rear fascias and a rear spoiler extension, and is
available on any Camaro model except the SS.
The SS Performance/Appearance
Package adds even more ‘beef’ to the already
muscular Z28 coupe or convertible. It includes more
power–325 horsepower vs. Z28’s 310–a
forced-air induction composite hood, unique rear spoiler
and low-restriction/dual-outlet exhaust with larger
pipes, and can be ordered with either a six-speed manual
or four-speed automatic transmission.
Additionally, a host
of performance and appearance options are available
on the Camaro SS, such as a grille insert, a "cat-back"
exhaust system with center-mounted rear exhaust outlets,
special purpose suspension packages and more.
The RS package is also
available on the V6 coupe.
Standard features list
expanded
Several significant adjustments
have been made to the list of standard equipment. For
instance, all V6-equipped models receive P235/55R-16
touring tires and painted 16-inch cast aluminum wheels,
which replace P215/55R16 ties and bolt-on wheel covers.
All V8-powered models benefit from wider speed rated
P245/50ZR-16 Goodyear Eagle RS-A all-season tires for
increased road-holding capability. The new tires replace
P235/55R16 Goodyear Eagle GA non-speed rated tires.
Additionally, a four-speed
automatic becomes standard issue on V6-equipped convertibles,
and a power steering cooler is outfitted on all Z28
models. Sebring Silver Metallic joins the exterior color
palette, replacing Mystic Teal Metallic.
A well-equipped driver’s
car
High-back bucket seats,
driver-oriented instrumentation and center armrest/console
provide the front occupants with a cockpit-like feel.
Every car also features power-assisted four-wheel anti-lock
disc brakes, power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering,
a tilt steering column, air conditioning and a Firm
Ride & Handling suspension.
Sound systems include
an AM/FM stereo with in-dash CD player and extended
range speakers for V6-equipped coupes. The V6 convertibles
and all Z28s also get an upgrade with standard installation
of a Monsoon AM/FM Premium Sound system with in-dash
CD. All systems feature an electronically tuned receiver
(ETR) and include TheftLock, seek-scan and auto tone
control. A 12-disc remote CD changer is optional.
Standard safety and security
items include dual front air bags, battery run-down
protection, a passive theft-deterrent system, engine
oil life monitor and daytime running lamps.
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