The legendary drag racer is back and ready to push the limits on the strip. This 2017 version showcases a whole new look that will be available for car collectors and enthusiasts who are seeking a new, bold COPO appearance. Packed with the LSX-based 350-cu.-in. supercharged engine, little sound deadening, no underbody sealant and no backseat, COPO was designed for one reason only – to dominate and make its presence felt at the strip. This SEMA version will be auctioned off at Barrett-Jackson, with the proceeds going to charity. Only 69 COPO Camaros (part number: 20179562) will be produced for the 2017 model year (the SEMA show car represents Serial Number 001 of 69.)

The 2017 COPO concept incorporates a new paint scheme that collectors will actually be able to purchase. “This is our collector version of COPO,” said Todd Parker, Director of Design. “It’s actually the Hyper Blue paint you can get on the production Camaro, but we’ve done it in an anodized look so it’s going to be really dramatic.” In addition to the anodized Hyper Blue paint, the COPO will add some Gloss Black accents that show off the tight proportions and modern design of this true racing machine.

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Exterior

•   Anodized Hyper Blue exterior with Gloss Black accents
•   350 supercharged graphics
•   High-rise carbon-fiber hood
•   Outside rearview mirror delete with painted closeout
•   Wheelie bars and drag parachute
•   Racing wheels1
•   Hoosier 9-inch x 30-inch radial drag slicks1
•   Clear side markers
•   Dark taillamps
•   Black Chevrolet bowties

Interior

•   NHRA-certified (to 8.50 seconds) chrome-moly roll cage
•   Lightweight bucket racing seats with custom embroidery
•   Floor-mounted shifter
•   Specific instrument panel-mounted analog racing gauges
•   Center stack-mounted racing switch panel
•   Five-point safety harnesses (driver and front passenger)

Performance

•   LSX-based 350-cu .-in. supercharged engine
•   Available engines: LSX-based 427 cu.in. naturally aspirated; LT-based 6.2L direct injection, naturally aspirated
•   SFI-approved ATI TH400 3-speed automatic
•   Lightweight, adjustable coil-over strut front suspension
•   Four-link rear suspension with double-adjustable coil-over shocks and anti-roll bar
•   Rear axle with an aluminum center section featuring a lightweight steel spool and 40-spline gun-drilled axle shafts
•   Lightweight, drag race manual four-wheel disc brakes (un-assisted)
•  Integrated line-lock
•  Custom manual steering rack
•   Fuel cell with built-in high-pressure fuel pump
•  Unique racing wire harness

Courtesy – The BLOCK Chevrolet Performance