1980 Camaro Specifications
The 1980 Camaro was the year Chevrolet decided the 4.4 L V8 would now only be offered on the ‘standard/base’ model Camaro, the Rally Sport and Berlinetta.
The good news was that the Z28 Camaro hood now included a rear-pointing raised scoop and coupled with a flap that allowed for cool air to enter the engine bay.
EPA Fuel Economy was a big theme in 1980. In an effort to save weight the venerable but porky 250 was axed in favor of the V6. 49 states got the Chevy (odd-fire) 229 CID, while Californians got the Buick (even-fire) 231 CID. Both were 90 degree V6s, the Chevy was a “3/4 V8”.
Good news on the Z28 front. Styling changes made the car seriously sinister. It had some extra poke under the hood too.
The Berlinetta got spiffy wire wheel covers which replaced the poly-cast wheels and the paint scheme for the RS model was modified.
Ahoy – there was a recession looming on the horizon and sales plummeted to 1/2 of the previous year’s record-setting level.
The 1980 Camaro saw the following additional changes implemented:
- 267 CID V8 debuted (not available in California)
- 250 CID L6 eliminated, replaced with V6
- New tight mesh grille
- To save gas – speedometer reads to 85 MPH max, down from 130 MPH
- Vinyl roof cover eliminated
1980 Camaro OEM Brochure
1980 Camaro Model Options
Engine Options:
- 4.1 L 229 cubic inch V6
- 3.8 L 231 cubic inch V6 (California models)
- 4.4 L 267 cubic inch V8
- 5.0 L 305 cubic inch V8
- 5.7 L 350 cubic inch V8
1980 Camaro Production:
- 51,104 V6
- 100,901 V8
- 152,005 total
Dealer Introduction: 10/11/79
Vehicle Identification Example: 1P87LAN547484
- First digit is GM Division: 1 = Chevrolet
- Second digit is model: P = Sport, Rally Sport, Z28, S = Berlinetta
- Digits 3 & 4 are body type: 87 = 2dr. Coupe
- Fifth digit is engine code:
- A = 231ci V6
- H = 305ci V8
- J = 267ci V8
- K = 229ci V6
- L = 350ci V8
- Sixth digit is model year: A = 1980
- Seventh digit is N for Norwood assembly, L for Van Nuys
- Last six digits increased one with each Car built at each plant
Dimensions:
- Length: 197.6″
- Height: 49.2″
- Width: 74.5″
- Wheelbase: 108.0″
Curb Weight: (in pounds)
- 1FQ87 (V6) – 3328
- 1FS87 (V6) – 3371
1980 Camaro Ending VIN by Month
- Norwood:
- Aug I – 501418
- Sep – 508576
- Oct – 519065
- Nov – 536599
- Dec – 531443
- Jan – 536538
- Feb – 542592
- Mar – 549449
- Apr – 555470
- May – 560002
- Jun – 563913
- Jul – 567303
- Aug II – 584718
- Van Nuys:
- Aug I – 503632
- Sep – 512868
- Oct – 524554
- Nov – 532545
- Dec – 540805
- Jan – 547000
- Feb – 552895
- Mar – 558801
- Apr – 565156
- May – 570644
- Jun – 577390
- Jul – 584401
- Aug II – N.A.
1980 Camaro Model Option Breakouts
Z21 Style Trim
Includes body colored insert on door handles; bright roof drip, lock pillar, upper fender, hood panel and belt moldings plus bright accented parking lights.
Z28 Special Performance Package
Graphics revised to 3-bar, 3-hue design. 3-piece front spoiler continued along with rear wheel flairs. Functional, raised hood scoop with solenoid actuated door that opened on full throttle to draw cooler air in from the base of the windshield. Non-louvered functional air outlets on front fenders. New Alloy (N90) wheels available in silver, gold, and black, keyed to body colors. Headlight bezels and window trim were black ABS plastic, not chrome. Rear tail lights now had a black accent through the center of the lens. Specific grille with vertical slats & Z28 emblems. Simulated “rope” wrapped steering wheel which was a Z28 only feature.
Total Production:
- 45,137
Engine:
LM-1 350 upped to 190 bhp, most powerful since 1974. 5000 RPM Redline. Unavailable in California. California-only Z28 engine was the 165 bhp LG4 (305 CID). Heavy duty radiator, dual exhaust resonators.
Click here to see the specific LM-1 Engine Components.
Transmission:
New four-speed for non-California Z’s had 3.42:1 low. California Z28 transmission was the TH350 automatic only (no manual).
Clutch:
10.34-inch, down from previous 11-inches.
Rear Axle:
Ratios were 3.42 (including California) for Turbo Hydra-Matic and 3.08 for 4-speed; no options
Brakes:
11-inch, vented, cast-iron front discs with vacuum assist standard. Rear 9.5-inch drums. (unchanged since 1970)
Steering:
- Overall ratio 13:1 (stock 15.03:1 to 10.61:1 variable).
- 2.61 turns lock to lock (stock: 2.41)
- Turning radius – 38.5 feet.
Front Suspension:
Spring rates 365 lb./in. Identical to and unchanged from 1977
(stock: 300 lb./in.)
Stabilizer bar 1.125″ (down from 1.2″)
Stock bar: 0.938, F41: 1.0″
Rear Suspension:
Spring rate 130 lb./in. (stock: 92-99 lb./in.)
Rear Stabilizer bar 0.594 inch. (stock: none, F41: 0.5625)
Wheels & Tires:
Standard Z28 tires were P225/70R-15 on 15 x 7″ wheels.
Click here to see the specific 1980 Z28 Chassis Specifications.
Z28 Performance Test Data
Source: Car & Driver – 4/80. Test Vehicles: 1980 Z28, 4 speed 3.08:1, curb weight 3660 lbs.
Review: Car & Driver, 4/80 – “Chevrolet Camaro Z28: A medieval warrior on the path to a rocking chair”
Gear | Ratio | MPH / 1000 | Max Test Speed |
---|---|---|---|
First Gear | 3.42:1 | 7.5 | 40 MPH @ 5000 RPM |
Second Gear | 2.28:1 | 11.2 | 60 MPH @ 5000 RPM |
Third Gear | 1.45:1 | 17.7 | 79 MPH @ 5000 RPM |
Fourth Gear | 1.00:1 | 21.1 | 123 MPH @ 5850 RPM |
Zero - X MPH | Seconds |
---|---|
30 MPH | 2.9 Seconds |
40 MPH | 4.4 Seconds |
50 MPH | 6.1 Seconds |
60 MPH | 8.5 Seconds |
70 MPH | 11.0 Seconds |
80 MPH | 14.2 Seconds |
90 MPH | 18.4 Seconds |
100 MPH | 23.1 Seconds |
Standing 1/4 mile: 16.4 sec. @ 86 MPH
Standing 1/4 mile: 16.09 sec. @ 84.6 MPH w/ 3.42 & A/T
Top Speed: 120 MPH
70 – 0 mph: 196 ft. (0.85G)
Fuel Mileage: 14 MPG
Interior sound level:
- 57 dBA @ Idle
- 76 dBA @ 70 MPH Cruise
- 85 dBA @ Full Throttle
Z54 Interior Decor / Quiet Sound
Includes glove compartment light and additional instrument cluster lighting; simulated leather accents on instrument cluster; special engine compartment, hood and interior insulation (Standard with Berlinetta).
Rally Sport Model
Two-tone paint scheme, includes “upper color” hood, header panel, grille, headlamp bezels, top of the fenders, the front part of the roof, the upper portion of doors, rear end panel and license plate opening. Tri-color decal separates the upper color from the body color. Tri-color rally sport decals on fenders and deck lid. Includes D80 rear spoiler. Rally Wheels (std), or PE1 custom styled wheels or N90 color-keyed aluminum wheels.
Not combinable with Z28 or Berlinetta model.
Available lower body color choices were: Lt. Blue, Beige, Red, Silver, White & Bright Yellow.
Berlinetta
Included Custom Interior, bright upper and lower grille, bright windshield and rear window moldings, dual pinstripe treatment, body-color sport mirrors (D35), argent applique on the rear panel, specific trim and either wire wheel covers (standard) or color-keyed aluminum wheels (N90, 14 x 7″) (optional). Amber-lite insulation blankets included in doors, rear quarters, roof/sail panels, behind rear seat, under package tray and under carpeting (RPO Z54 interior decor/quiet sound). Option U05 dual horns and U14 Special Instrumentation were also standard equipment.
1980 Camaro Engine Codes & Specs
Available Engine Specifications
Type | Size | Carb | RPO | Horsepower | Torque | Bore & Stroke (in.) | Compression Ratio |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
V6 | 229 | 1x2bbl | LC3 | 115 hp @ 4000 RPM | 175 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM | 3.74 x 3.48 | 8.6:1 |
V6 | 231 | 1x2bbl | LD5* | 110 hp @ 3800 RPM | 190 lb-ft @1600 RPM | 3.80 x 3.40 | 8.0:1 |
V8 | 267 | 1x2bbl | L39 | 120 hp @ 3600 RPM | 215 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM | 3.50 x 3.48 | 8.3:1 |
V8 | 305 | 1x4bbl | LG4 | 155 hp @ 4000 RPM | 240 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM | 3.74 x 3.48 | 8.6:1 |
V8 | 305 | 1x4bbl | LG4* | 155 hp @ 4000 RPM | 230 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM | 3.74 x 3.48 | 8.6:1 |
V8 | 305 | 1x4bbl | LG4/Z28 | 165 hp @ 4000 RPM | 245 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM | 3.74 x 3.48 | 8.6:1 |
V8 | 350 | 1x4bbl | LM1/Z28 | 190 hp @ 4200 RPM | 280 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM | 4.00 x 3.48 | 8.2:1 |
*Only available in California.
6-Cylinder Engine Codes
Code | SIze | HP / RPO | Transmission | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
CRA | 229 cid 1x2bbl | 115 hp LC3 | Manual Transmission | - |
CRC | 229 cid 1x2bbl | 115 hp LC3 | Turbo Hydramatic 200 | - |
ON | 231 cid 1x2bbl | 120 hp LD5 | Turbo Hydramatic 350 | - |
8-Cylinder Engine Codes
Code | Size | HP / RPO | Transmission | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
C8X | 267 cid 1x2bbl | 120 hp L39 | Turbo Hydramatic | - |
CPD | 267 cid 1x2bbl | 120 hp L39 | Turbo Hydramatic | - |
CEJ | 305 cid 1x4bbl | 155 hp LG4 | Turbo Hydramatic | - |
CEL | 305 cid 1x4bbl | 155 hp LG4 | Turbo Hydramatic | California Emissions |
CEM | 305 cid 1x4bbl | 155 hp LG4 | Turbo Hydramatic | California Emissions |
CET | 305 cid 1x4bbl | 155 hp LG4 | Manual Transmission | - |
CML | 305 cid 1x4bbl | 155 hp LG4 | Turbo Hydramatic | Uncertain Usage |
D9B | 305 cid 1x4bbl | 155 hp LG4 | - | Uncertain Usage |
CEU | 350 cid 1x4bbl | 190 hp LM1 | Manual Transmission | - |
CHA | 350 cid 1x4bbl | 190 hp LM1 | Turbo Hydramatic | - |
Engine Code Example: V0427CHA
(350ci – Assembled in Flint assembly plant on April 27)
1980 Camaro Transmission Codes
Code | Type | Plant |
---|---|---|
S | 3-Speed Manual | Muncie |
R | 4-Speed Manual (Saginaw) | Muncie |
B | Turbo Hydramatic 350 | Parma |
Y | Turbo Hydramatic 350 | Toledo |
J | Turbo Hydramatic 350 | GM of Canada |
K | - | Buick Motor Division |
Transmission Code Example: Y0D27D
(1980 TH350, 3 speed A/T, assembled Day shift, April 27)
Type Code:
SF = 3 speed manual (V6).
FN = 4 speed manual (V8)
7CK = TH200 (V6), 7JJ = TH350 (V8)
Click here for further transmission decoding information
1980 Camaro 3-Speed & 4-Speed Manual Transmission Ratios
LC3 | LG4 | LM1 | |
---|---|---|---|
C.I. | 229 | 305 | 350 |
First Gear | 3.50:1 | 2.85:1 | 3.42:1 |
Second Gear | 1.89:1 | 2.02:1 | 2.28:1 |
Third Gear | 1.00:1 | 1.35:1 | 1.45:1 |
Fourth Gear | - | 1.00:1 | 1.00:1 |
Reverse | 3.62:1 | 2.85:1 | 3.51:1 |
Clutch | 10.34 | 10.34 | 10.34 |
Axle Ratio S | 2.73:1 | 3.08:1 | 3.08:1 |
1980 Camaro Turbo Hydramatic Transmission Ratios
LC3 | LD5 | L39 | LG4 | LM1 | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
C.I. | 229 | 231 | 267 | 305 | 350 |
Transmission | TH200 | TH350 | TH350 | TH350 | TH350 |
First Gear | 2.74:1 | 2.52:1 | 2.52:1 | 2.52:1 | 2.52:1 |
Second Gear | 1.57:1 | 1.52:1 | 1.52:1 | 1.52:1 | 1.52:1 |
Third Gear | 1.00:1 | 1.00:1 | 1.00:1 | 1.00:1 | 1.00:1 |
Reverse | 2.07:1 | 1.93:1 | 1.93:1 | 1.93:1 | 1.93:1 |
Axle Ratio S | 2.73:1 | 2.73:1 | 2.56:1 | 2.56:1 | 3.42:1 |
Axle Ratio P | - | - | - | 3.08:1* | - |
* = 3.42 for California emissions 305 automatic w/Z28
1980 Camaro Rear Axle Codes
Code | Axle Ratio | Notes |
---|---|---|
PA | 2.73:1 | - |
PC | 3.08:1 | - |
PE | 3.42:1 | - |
PH | 2.56:1 | - |
PT | 2.56:1 | Locking |
PU | 2.73:1 | Locking |
PW | 3.08:1 | Locking |
PY | 3.42:1 | Locking |
Rear Axle Code Example: PYG100DE
(Chevy sourced 3.42 posi, Assembled on day shift of 100th day of the year w/eaton posi)
1980 Camaro Factory Options
Regular Production Option (RPO)
RPO | Description | Quantity | 1980 Price | Est. Current Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
1FQ87 | Camaro Sport Coupe | 68,174 | $5,498.60 | $17,123.07 |
1FQ87 | Camaro Rally Sport Coupe | 12,015 | $5,915.60 | $18,421.64 |
1FS87 | Camaro Berlinetta Coupe | 26,679 | $6,261.60 | $19,499.11 |
1FQ87 | Camaro Z28 Sport Coupe | 45,137 | $7,121.32 | $22,176.34 |
AK1 | Belts - Seats & Front Shoulder Harness - Deluxe | - | - | n/c |
AN6 | Adjustable Seat Back, Driver Side | 14,605 | $25.00 | $77.85 |
AU3 | Power Door Locks | 27,484 | $93.00 | $289.61 |
AV9 | Seat Requirements - Export | - | - | - |
A01 | Soft Ray Tinted Glasss, All Windows | 130,570 | $68.00 | $211.76 |
A02 | Glass, Tinted Windshield | - | - | - |
A26 | Glass, United Kingdom Glazing (Export) | - | - | - |
A31 | Power Windows | 44,716 | $143.00 | $445.31 |
A51 | Bucket Seats | - | - | - |
BS1 | Body Insulation | - | - | - |
B18 | Ornamentation - Interior, Deluxe | - | - | - |
B37 | Floor Mats, Color-Keyed Front and Rear | 81,824 | $25.00 | $77.85 |
B77 | Ornamentation - Reveal Molding | - | - | - |
B80 | Molding - Roof Drip | 73,349 | $26.00 | $80.97 |
B81 | Ornamentation - Body Side (Delete) | - | - | - |
B83 | Rocker SPR Molding | - | - | - |
B84 | Molding - Body Side | 56,742 | $14.00 | $43.60 |
B85 | Molding - Belt Reveal | - | - | - |
B89 | Ornamentation - Reveal Molding (Z28) | - | - | - |
B93 | Molding - Door Edge | 42,194 | $14.00 | $43.60 |
B94 | Exterior Ornament (Z28) | - | - | - |
B97 | Rear Wheel Spoiler (Z28) | - | - | - |
CB7 | Cover - Roof - Soft Trim - Front | - | - | - |
CC1 | Roof Panels, Removable Glass | 24,816 | $695.00 | $2,164.28 |
CD4 | Windshield Wipers, Intermiittent | 34,285 | $41.00 | $127.68 |
C49 | Defogger, Rear Window | 78,113 | $107.00 | $333.21 |
C60 | Air Conditioning | 107,175 | $566.00 | $1,762.57 |
D1A | Gear - Speedometer, Driven | - | - | - |
D1D | Gear - Speedometer, Driven | - | - | - |
E1C | Adapter - Speedometer Gear | - | - | - |
E5Z | Less Adapter - Speedometer Gear | - | - | - |
E6E | Sleeve - Speedometer Gear | - | - | - |
E6F | Sleeve - Speedometer Gear | - | - | - |
E9Z | Less Key - Speedometer Gear | - | - | - |
D35 | Mirrors, Sport Right and Left Remote Exterior | 63,572 | $46.00 | $143.25 |
D60 | Non-Recommended Color Combination | - | - | - |
D80 | Spoiler, Rear | 29,820 | $62.00 | $193.07 |
D88 | Z28 Stripes | - | - | - |
D92 | Tape - Door Handle Décor | - | - | - |
D98 | Stripe - Rally | - | - | - |
F41 | Suspension, Special Performance Front & Rear | 12,721 | $44.00 | $137.02 |
- | 6AF - 6MF - Spring - Front LH | - | - | - |
- | 7AF - 7MF - Spring - Front RH | - | - | - |
GM8 | Axle - Rear (2.56 Ratio) | - | - | - |
GT4 | Axle - Rear (3.73 Ratio) | - | - | - |
GU2 | Axle - Rear (2.73 Ratio) | - | - | - |
GU4 | Axle - Rear (3.08 Ratio) | - | - | - |
GU6 | Axle - Rear (3.42 Ratio) | - | - | - |
G80 | Rear Axle, Limited Slip | 17,655 | $68.00 | $211.76 |
G92 | Rear Axle, Performance Ratio | - | - | - |
- | 8LB - 8YP - Spring - Rear LH | - | - | - |
- | 9LB - 9YP - Spring - Rear RH | - | - | - |
JL6 | Brakes - Manual | - | - | - |
J50 | Power Brakes (Included w/ Z28) | 94,250 | $81.00 | $252.24 |
K05 | Heater - Engine Block | - | - | - |
K19 | Reactor System - Air Injection | - | - | - |
K30 | Speed Control, Cruise Master | 38,089 | $112.00 | $348.78 |
K77 | 55 Amp Alternator | - | - | - |
LC3 | Engine, 229 ci / 3.8L 1x2bbl V6 | - | - | - |
LD5 | Engine, 231 ci / 3.8L 1x2bbl V6 | - | - | - |
LG4 | Engine, 305 ci, 155 hp V8 | 47,580 | $295.00 | $918.65 |
LM1 | Engine, 350 ci, 190 hp V8 (Required w/ Z28) | 41,825 | - | - |
LU8 | Engine, 301 ci / 4.9L Turbo Charged (option dropped) | - | - | - |
L39 | Engine, 267 ci / 4.4L, 120 hp (n/a w/ YF5 California Emissions) | 11,400 | $180.00 | $560.53 |
MM4 | Transmission, 4-Speed Wide Range | 12,237 | $144.00 | $448.43 |
M33 | Transmission, 3-Speed Automatic TH200 (Required w/ LC3 V6) | - | - | - |
M38 | Transmission, 3-Speed Automatic TH350 | 132,625 | $358.00 | $1,114.84 |
NA5 | Emission System - Federal | - | - | - |
NA6 | Emission Control - High Altitude | - | - | - |
NB1 | Emission Control - Closed Loop | - | - | - |
NB2 | Emission Control - Mandatory California | - | - | - |
N33 | Tilt Steering Column | 79,514 | $81.00 | $252.24 |
N65 | Spare Tire, Space Saver | 36,799 | n/c | - |
N90 | Wheels, Aluminum | 26,177 | $337.00 | $1,049.44 |
PE1 | Wheels, Custom-Style 14x7 | 3,056 | $153.00 | $476.45 |
P01 | Wheel Covers, Bright Metal | 5,842 | $46.00 | $143.25 |
P06 | Wheel Trim Ring (Standard w/ Z28) | - | - | - |
QGR | Tires, P225/70x15 White Letter (Z28) | - | - | - |
QJY | Tires, P205/75R14 Radial White Stripe | 81,240 | $63.00 | $196.19 |
QKL | Tires, P205/75R14 Radial White Letter | 21,218 | $81.00 | $252.24 |
TR9 | Lighting, Auxiliary Lighting Group | 46,486 | $40.00 | $124.56 |
T63 | Headlamp Warning Buzzer | - | - | - |
T70 | Headlamps - Special, Export | - | - | - |
T89 | Lamp Assembly - Tail & Stop, Export | - | - | - |
T90 | Lamps - Rear End, Export | - | - | - |
T93 | Special Tail Lamps (Z28) | - | - | - |
UA1 | Battery, Heavy Duty | 29,163 | $21.00 | $65.40 |
UM1 | Radio, AM w/ Stereo Tape | 1,746 | $249.00 | $775.41 |
UM2 | Radio, AM/FM w/ Stereo Tape | 18,196 | $272.00 | $847.03 |
UN3 | Radio, AM/FM w/ Stereo Cassette | 15,396 | $285.00 | $887.51 |
UN9 | Radio, Suppression Equipment | - | - | - |
UP5 | Radio, AM/FM Mono w/ CB & Power Antenna | 49 | $473.00 | $1,472.96 |
UP6 | Radio, AM/FM Stereo w/ CB & Power Antenna | 491 | $525.00 | $1,634.89 |
UP7 | Radio Provisions - Monoraul | - | - | - |
UP8 | Radio Provisions - Stereo | - | - | - |
UY8 | Radio, AM/FM Stereo w/ Digital Clock | 307 | $353.00 | $1,099.27 |
U05 | Horns, Dual | 22,339 | $10.00 | $31.14 |
U14 | Special Instrumentation | 9,209 | $120.00 | $373.69 |
U18 | Speedometer - Export | - | - | - |
U25 | Lamp, Luggage Compartment | - | - | - |
U26 | Lamp, Under Hood | - | - | - |
U27 | Lamp, I/P Compartment | - | - | - |
U28 | Lamp, Ash Tray | - | - | - |
U29 | Lamp, Courtesy | - | - | - |
U35 | Clock, Electric | 9,513 | $25.00 | $77.85 |
U58 | Radio, AM/FM Stereo | 21,731 | $192.00 | $597.90 |
U63 | Radio, AM Push Button | 37,388 | $97.00 | $302.07 |
U69 | Radio, AM/FM Push Button | 15,400 | $153.00 | $476.45 |
U75 | Antenna, Power | 9,343 | $51.00 | $158.82 |
U76 | Antenna, Windshield Type | 31,560 | $27.00 | $84.08 |
U80 | Speaker, Rear Seat | 11,936 | $20.00 | $62.28 |
U83 | Antenna, Power (AM/FM/CB) | - | - | - |
V08 | Cooling, Heavy-Duty | 7,343 | $63.00 | $196.19 |
V78 | Plate - Less Certificate of Compliance (Export) | - | - | - |
V92 | Inflator - Stowaway Spare Tire (Delete) Export | 1,231 | - | - |
VE1 | Extension - Rear End Panel (Delete for Japan) | 175 | - | - |
VJ9 | Emission Compliance Info - California | - | - | |
VK3 | Mounting - Front License Plate | - | - | - |
YF5 | Emission Equipment, Required for California | 12,119 | $250.00 | $778.52 |
YR1 | Seat - Front Custom | - | - | - |
ZJ7 | Rally Wheels | 55,232 | $100.00 | $311.41 |
Z21 | Style Trim Group | 59,016 | $78.00 | $242.90 |
Z28 | Special Performance Package | 45,137 | - | - |
Z49 | Canadian Equipment | 24,693 | - | - |
Z54 | Interior Décor and Quiet Sound Package | 13,729 | $68.00 | $211.76 |
Z94 | Converter - Mandatory Canadian | 12,015 | - | - |
1980 Camaro Cowl Tag Info
1980 Camaro Example Cowl Tag & Breakdown
The Cowl Trim Tag, located on the cowl area identifies significant information about your car.
Line 1: Year, Build Date, GM Division, Model & Body, Assembly Plant, Sequence Number
Year | Build Month | Build Week | GM Division | Model Series | Body Code | Assembly Plant | Sequence Number |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80 = 1980 | 01 = January | A = First Week | 1 = Chevrolet | FP = Camaro Base | 87 = 2-Door Coupe | L = Van Nuys, CA | Starts at 100001 |
02 = February | B = Second Week | FS = Berlinetta | N = Norwood, OH | ||||
03 = March | C = Third Week | ||||||
04 = April | D = Fourth Week | ||||||
05 = May | E = Fifth Week | ||||||
06 = June | |||||||
07 = July | |||||||
08 = August | |||||||
09 = September | |||||||
10 = October | |||||||
11 = November | |||||||
12 = December |
Line 2: Interior Trim, Paint Code, Norwood Stripe Code, Wheel Color Code, Paint Type
Interior Trim | Exterior Paint Code (Lower/Upper) | Stripe Code (Norwood) | Wheel Color Code | Paint Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
12R = Oyster Oxen Vinyl (Standard) | 11 = White | 12A = Silver | 14P = Argent | L = Lacquer |
19R = Black Oxen Vinyl (Standard) | 15 = SIlver | 18A = Charcoal | 19P = Black | E = Enamel |
26R = Blue Oxen Vinyl (Standard) | 19 = Black | 26A = Blue | 57P = Gold Metallic | W = Water |
62R = Tan Oxen Vinyl (Standard) | 24 = Bright Blue | 42A = Green | ||
74R = Carmine Oxen Vinyl (Standard) | 29 = Dark Blue | 55A = Gold | ||
26B = Black Sparta Knit Cloth (Standard) | 40 = Lime Green | 74A = Red | ||
62B = Tan Sparta Knit Cloth (Standard) | 51 = Bright Yellow | 78A = Orange | ||
26N = Black Derma Vinyl (Custom) | 57 = Gold | |||
62N = Tan Derma Vinyl (Custom) | 67 = Dark Brown | |||
74N = Carmine Derma Vinyl (Custom) | 72 = Red | |||
12C = Oyster Bedford Knit Cloth (Custom) | 76 = Dark Claret | |||
19C = Black Bedford Knit Cloth (Custom) | 79 = Red Orange | |||
26C = Blue Bedford Knit Cloth (Custom) | 80 = Bronze | |||
62C = Tan Bedford Knit Cloth (Custom) | 84 = Charcoal | |||
74C = Carmine Bedford Knit Cloth (Custom) |
Line 3/4: Seat Type, Roof Type, Power Windows, Accessory Codes, Dash & Steering Column Color, Internal Plant/Batch Codes
Seat Type | Roof Type | Power Windows | Accessory/Option Codes | Dash & Column Color | Plant/Batch Codes |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
A51 = Front Bucket Seats | --- = No T-Tops | Blank / - = No Power Windows | Blank = Base Model | Norwood = 3 Letter Code Examples | No Info |
AN6 = Adjustable Driver Side Seat | Blank = No T-Tops | A31 = Power Windows (Norwood) | Z28 = Special Performance Package | BLK = Black | |
CC1 = T-Tops | 3 = Power Windows (Van Nuys) | Z85 = Rally Sport | BLU = Blue | ||
S = Berlinetta | SKN = Buckskin | ||||
CAR = Carmine | |||||
TAU = Taupe | |||||
Van Nuys = 1 Letter Code Examples | |||||
B = Black | |||||
U = Blue | |||||
T = Tan | |||||
C = Carmine | |||||
A = Light Gray | |||||
S = Silver |
1980 Camaro Paint Codes
Exterior Color Codes
Paint Code | Color | Quantity | Interior Availability | |
---|---|---|---|---|
11 | White | 16,090 | B-Bk-C-O-T | |
15 | Silver | 14,420 | B-Bk-C-O | |
19 | Black | 16,291 | B-Bk-C-O-T | |
24 | Bright Blue | 16,013 | B-Bk-O | |
29 | Dark Blue | 17,399 | B-Bk-C-O-T | |
40 | Lime Green | 1,258 | Bk-O | |
51 | Bright Yellow | 3,174 | Bk-O-T | |
57 | Gold | 9,431 | Bk-C-T | |
67 | Dark Brown | 10,726 | Bk-O-T | |
72 | Red | 7,795 | Bk-C-O-T | |
76 | Dark Claret | 8,507 | Bk-C-O-T | |
79 | Red Orange | 4,374 | Bk-O-T | |
80 | Bronze | 12,089 | Bk-O-T | |
84 | Charcoal | 14,437 | Bk-C-O-T |
Abbreviations: B = Blue, Bk = Black, C = Carmine, O = Oyster, T = Tan
Interior Trim Codes
Standard Vinyl | Color Code | Interior Style |
---|---|---|
12R | Oyster Oxen Vinyl | |
19R | Black Oxen Vinyl | |
26R | Blue Oxen Vinyl | |
62R | Tan Oxen Vinyl | |
74R | Carmine Oxen Vinyl |
Standard Cloth | Color Code | Interior Style |
---|---|---|
19B | Black Sparta Knit Cloth | |
62B | Tan Sparta Knit Cloth |
Custom Vinyl | Color Code | Interior Style |
---|---|---|
26N | Black Derma Vinyl | |
62N | Tan Derma Vinyl | |
74N | Carmine Derma Vinyl |
Custom Cloth | Color Code | Interior Style |
---|---|---|
12C | Oyster Bedford Knit Corduroy | |
19C | Black Bedford Knit Corduroy | |
26C | Blue Bedford Knit Corduroy | |
62C | Tan Bedford Knit Corduroy | |
74C | Carmine Bedford Knit Corduroy |
Interior Trim / Seat Type order code, availability & cost
V**2 = vinyl Bucket Seats, (N/A Berlinetta), no charge.
C**2 = Cloth Bucket Seats, (N/A Berlinetta), $25.
Custom Interior: Includes glove compartment light and additional instrument cluster lighting, special insulation, “Berlinetta” type seats, seat trim and door trim. Requires D35 sport mirrors.
X**2 = Custom vinyl Bucket, (no charge w/ Berlinetta), $328.
F**2 = Custom Cloth Bucket, ($25 w/Berlinetta), $354
** : BB = Black, DD = Blue, CC = Camel, RR = Carmine, WW = Oyster.
Example: FRR2 = Order code for Carmine red Custom Cloth Bucket seat interior.