1978 Chevrolet Camaro Reviews, Pricing & Specs
What owners say
"Owners of the 1978 Chevrolet Camaro generally love the car for its classic muscle car appeal, power, and driving experience. Many appreciate the thrill of the V8 engine and the fun of manual transmission. However, some drivers note that it requires significant maintenance and has poor fuel economy."
This is what being a teenager is all about. Different generations have different cars that fit this bill but this is a perennial. Put any teenage boy behind the wheel of this and they will want it. 5.7L V8, 4-speed manual transmission, power brakes, rear wheel drive with a 3.73:1 positraction rear end. Seriously? Yes! And boy does this sucker go! Still a bit before overdrives, the 4-speed was a thrill to row through. Don't wanna row through gears? Put it in 3rd and start out and do 0 to 110. That's called "tractable" kids. Alloy wheels looked sharp and it even had a tiny back seat if you wanna cram your friends in for a short trip across town. They won't wanna be stuck there for long trips however. This car was great. Fast, reliable, easy to work on, parts are cheap and plentiful. The ONLY negative was gas mileage... but face it when you have a Z/28 you know what you're getting into. This is a great car for two - using the backseat and little trunk for your road trip needs.
February 14, 2008383 Stroker Roller, Dart Heads, comp roller cam, comp rollers, and comp lifters, eagle 383 stoker kit, dome top pistons, moroso 7 qt oil pan, victor jr high rise intake, with a competition valve job, muncie rock crusher transmission, strage axels, full msd ignition, center lines all around 50's in the back skinny's on the front, full roll cage, monster tach, full frame not uni body. List can keep going. project still not finished! pushing close to 500 hp!
January 27, 2011What I really love about this car is the styling. Second Generation Camaros are my favorite. For having a 305, automatic transmission, and 30+ year old suspension, it can really kick ass! It's just a work in progress which I am thinking about selling, but I'm not too sure. I would really like to get a 2006 Pontiac GTO or a 1993 GMC Typhoon.
July 30, 2010What owners say
This is what being a teenager is all about. Different generations have different cars that fit this bill but this is a perennial. Put any teenage boy behind the wheel of this and they will want it. 5.7L V8, 4-speed manual transmission, power brakes, rear wheel drive with a 3.73:1 positraction rear end. Seriously? Yes! And boy does this sucker go! Still a bit before overdrives, the 4-speed was a thrill to row through. Don't wanna row through gears? Put it in 3rd and start out and do 0 to 110. That's called "tractable" kids. Alloy wheels looked sharp and it even had a tiny back seat if you wanna cram your friends in for a short trip across town. They won't wanna be stuck there for long trips however. This car was great. Fast, reliable, easy to work on, parts are cheap and plentiful. The ONLY negative was gas mileage... but face it when you have a Z/28 you know what you're getting into. This is a great car for two - using the backseat and little trunk for your road trip needs.
February 14, 2008383 Stroker Roller, Dart Heads, comp roller cam, comp rollers, and comp lifters, eagle 383 stoker kit, dome top pistons, moroso 7 qt oil pan, victor jr high rise intake, with a competition valve job, muncie rock crusher transmission, strage axels, full msd ignition, center lines all around 50's in the back skinny's on the front, full roll cage, monster tach, full frame not uni body. List can keep going. project still not finished! pushing close to 500 hp!
January 27, 2011What I really love about this car is the styling. Second Generation Camaros are my favorite. For having a 305, automatic transmission, and 30+ year old suspension, it can really kick ass! It's just a work in progress which I am thinking about selling, but I'm not too sure. I would really like to get a 2006 Pontiac GTO or a 1993 GMC Typhoon.
July 30, 2010This car was inexpensive and a nice buy. I love driving it and restoring it to it's former glory with my dad. The legacy of Camaros has always made me look in amiration at them and when I'm older I would like a newer Camaro SS.
June 14, 2008I have had three 1978 Chevy Camaros throughout my life. This is my favorite car forever! I have one totally restored at the present with only 45,000 original miles, build sheet, etc. One of a kind!!!
May 13, 2007I didn't mind this car... But it needed a lot of TLC!! and I mean a lot of TLC. Cool thing was it had t-tops and was really cool. best thing, my mom gave it to me just for. But now its gone.
August 17, 2009Bought this car new in 78 just recently got it out after sitting 20 years upgraded the motor an had paint job done on it.The car looked really good before i had it painted kinda faded on top a little.I go to local cruise ins all the time love it thanks!
December 30, 20115.7 Very fast in it's day "Joe Riseborough" engine Car had seen better days interior was showing signs of wear but still servicable Sporty looks Same as any V8 Yank but you don't drive em for their economy do you Great Fun and LOUD
August 24, 2010This car is hot! Engine is a 350 bored over to 355 cid. It is a 3 speed on the floor. It has a mini spool in the rear end ( that makes it a posi rear end). Launches hard from a dead stop. will put your head back. This car will also be gone through , when my firebird is complete, will beat the crapp out of it for now!! ( Its a Chevy!! It'll last).
August 8, 2009I love my camaro...I think that it was one of the better years.
June 23, 2008Trims & specs
Base MSRP N/A | Seating N/A |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
