2018 COPO Camaro Hot Wheels 50th Anniversary Edition
Chevrolet revealed the 2018 COPO Camaro recently at Hot Wheels headquarters in conjunction with the announcement of the 2018 Camaro Hot Wheels 50th Anniversary Edition.
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The COPO Camaro features an exclusive Supercrush exterior color and a Hot Wheels appearance package that will be offered with the latest edition of Chevrolet’s factory-built drag racer. An all-new, high-revving 302ci Gen-V small-block is also available.
The announcement coincides with the early opening of the registration system for a chance to be chosen to purchase a 2018 COPO Camaro. Those interested in purchasing one of the 69 2018 COPO Camaro race cars can register at chevrolet.com/performance/copo-registration. An independent third party will randomly select purchasers from the pool of interested customers.
The new 302 racing engine is based on the LT1 offered in the 2018 Camaro SS, but built for drag racing with unique components. Its displacement derives from a shorter-stroke crankshaft than the production engine that enables exceptional high-rpm capability.
As with the previous editions, 2018 COPO Camaro models are designed for NHRA’s Stock Eliminator classes. They are fitted with racing chassis and suspension components, including a unique solid rear axle system in place of a regular-production Camaro’s independent rear axle.
Chevrolet also announced the 2018 Camaro Hot Wheels 50th Anniversary Edition, celebrating 50 years of partnership, performance innovation, and design.
The commemorative package pays homage to iconic Hot Wheels features, including a Crush exterior color and stripes that replicate the toys’ famous orange tracks. The $4,995 package, available on Camaro 2LT and 2SS coupe and convertible models, goes on sale in the first quarter of 2018.
Commemorative Package Details
2018 Camaro Hot Wheels 50th Anniversary Edition is available on 2LT and 2SS coupe and convertible models with the following content:
* Satin Graphite stripes with Silver Ice Metallic accents
* Satin Graphite ground effects
* 20-inch forged aluminum wheels in Satin Graphite with milled faces and unique center caps
* 50th Anniversary Hot Wheels fender badges
* Unique grille with Galvano Chrome inserts
* Orange brake calipers
* Dark taillamps
* Black taillamp panel with the Hot Wheels emblem
* Black Chevrolet Bowtie emblems
* Jet Black leather-appointed interior with exclusive orange inserts and orange accent stitching
* Orange kneepads on the doors and orange safety belts
* Embossed front-seat headrests
* 50th Anniversary Hot Wheels badge on the steering wheel
* Illuminated doorsill plates with 50th Anniversary Hot Wheels badges
* Premium carpeted floor mats with orange stitching and “ghost” stripes
* For more information visit chevy.com/camaro-hot-wheels.
Fast Facts
Illinois dealer Fred Gibb initiated the COPO Camaro ZL1 program in 1969. He ordered 50 cars with the all-aluminum ZL1 engine and other dealers followed suit, bringing the production total to 69. Chevrolet has honored those original, special-order models by building only 69 COPO Camaro race cars each year since the program re-started in 2012.
The Custom Camaro was the first Hot Wheels vehicle released in 1968 and was part of the original 16. The toy was offered in about 20 color combinations, with Gold and Creamy Pink being among the rarest—and most collectible—hues.
SOURCE: HOT ROD
AUTHOR: Nick Licata