Description
The sixth-generation Chevrolet Camaro is a pony car produced by Chevrolet that was first revealed to the public on May 16, 2015. Sales started in 2015 for the 2016 model year. General Motors claims that 70 percent of architectural components in the '16 Camaro SS are unique to the car. Like its predecessor, the sixth-gen Chevrolet Camaro is available in coupe and convertible bodystyles. Compared to the previous generation, it is 2.3 in (58 mm) shorter, 0.8 in (20 mm) less wide and 1.1 in (28 mm) shorter in height. With similar equipment and engine, it is also more than 200 lb (91 kg) lighter.
The sixth-gen Chevrolet Camaro is initially available with three engines driving the rear wheels. A 2.0 L LTG Ecotec turbocharged Inline-4 which produces 275 hp (205 kW) @ 5,600 rpm and 295 lb·ft (400 N·m) of torque @ 3,000 rpm and is the first 4-cylinder in a Camaro since the 3rd generation. Also available is the 3.6 L LGX V6 which generates 335 hp (250 kW) @ 6,800 rpm and 284 lb·ft (385 N·m) of torque @ 5,300 rpm. And the largest engine, the 6.2 L LT1 V8, which is shared with the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette and produces 455 hp (339 kW) @ 6,000 rpm and 455 lb·ft (617 N·m) of torque @ 4,400 rpm.
Versions
The '16 Camaro SS has been released in the following 1/64 scale versions:
| Col # | Year | Series | Color | Tampo | Base Color / Type | Window Color | Interior Color | Wheel Type | Toy # | Country | Notes / Variations | Photo |
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| 129 / 250 | 2016 | Muscle Mania | Metalflake Blue | White stripes on sides & top, HW logo & Camaro logo on sides | Black / Plastic | Clear | Black | Chrome Red & Black MC5 | DHP14 | Malaysia | Base code(s): J14, J19 | 
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| 129 / 250 | 2016 | Muscle Mania 9/10 | Red | White stripes on sides & top, HW logo & Camaro logo on sides | Black / Plastic | Tinted (Black) | Black | Chrome Red & Black MC5 | DHX40 | Malaysia | Base code(s): J23, J33 | 
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| - | 2016 | Matt Mingay Australian exclusive | Yellow | Blue stripes w/ stars on top, HW logo on sides, sponsor logos on sides & top | Black / Plastic | Clear | Black | Chrome Red & Black MC5 | DYW76 | Malaysia | Base code(s):
Australian special edition |
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| 155 / 365 | 2017 | Camaro Fifty | Metalflake Silver | Black & Red stripes on sides & top | Black / Plastic | Tinted (Black) | Black | Chrome Red & Black MC5 | DTY96 | Malaysia | Base code(s): J57, K02 | 
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| 265 / 365 | 2017 | Camaro Fifty | Flat White | Dark Blue stripes on sides & top | Black / Plastic | Tinted (Black) | Black | Chrome Blue & Black MC5 | DVC45 | Malaysia | Base code(s): | 
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2016 card
From the back of the 2016 card:
Born: 2016
Birthplace: Detroit, Michigan, USA
Designer: General Motors
Specialty: Redesigned for 2016 with 0–60 acceleration in 4.0 seconds and a 0.97g corner grip, the most powerful '16 Camaro® SS™ yet is read to break some records! Precise contours create maximum aerodynamics while the lighter frame-hugging body pushes this Camaro® to a hot new agility.
Gallery
