1989 Camaro Restoration Information

1989 Camaro Specifications

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In 1989, Chevrolet brought back the Rally Sport (RS) namesake. The RS replaced the base Camaro in 1989, with ground effects similar to those on the IROC-Z, and was powered by the 173ci V6 in standard form with the 305ci LG4 V8 as an available option.

A new dual exhaust option was added to the IROC-Z coupe’s list of goodies (standard with the G92 package) but could only be had with 305/5-speed manual and 350/TH700-R4 combinations.

As in the past, the G92 package was the upgraded suspension/handling package, which included 4-wheel disc brakes, P245/50ZR16 Goodyear Eagle tires, a tachometer, 145mph speedometer, engine oil cooler, and dual exhaust for 1989. It also bumped the standard 2.77:1 rear end gear ratio up to a 3.27:1 for the 350ci TPI V8-equipped IROC-Z models, and 3.45:1 for the 305ci TPI V8-equipped IROC-Zs with manual transmissions. Just over 1,400 IROC-Zs were equipped with the G92 option.

If you wanted even more performance options, you ordered an IROC-Z with the G92 Performance Axle Option but without air conditioning. This created the well-known 1LE cars, which were equipped with upgraded 11.65-inch rotors, 2-piston PBR calipers, an aluminum driveshaft, stiffer suspension bushings, baffled gas tank and upgraded shocks. Only 111 1LE cars were produced in 1989, mainly because it was more of a lucky option combination rather than a promoted upgrade to the IROC-Z.


1989 Camaro OEM Brochure


1989 Camaro Model Options:


Sub-Models: (all 2-door models, convertibles now available)

  • Camaro RS
  • IROC-Z
  • 1LE (not really a sub-model but a car produced based on a specific group of options)


Engine Options:

  • 173ci  V6  135hp
  • 305ci  V8 170hp
  • 305ci  TPI V8– up to 230hp with a manual transmission and dual exhaust
  • 350ci L98 TPI V8 240hp with dual exhaust


Transmission Options:

  • Borg-Warner 5-speed manual
  • TH700-R4 4-speed automatic with overdrive

1989 Camaro Production:
  • 42,729 V6
  • 68,010 V8
  • 110,739 Total


Vehicle Identification Example:
1G1FP21SXKL100001 thru 1G1FP21SXKL210739

  • Fifth digit is model level: P=Camaro (all models).
  • Sixth digit is body style: 2=Hatchback Coupe, 3=Convertible
  • Eighth digit is engine code: E=305ci V8 (L03) F=305ci V8 (LB9) S=173ci V6 (LB8) 8=350ci V8 (L98)
  • Ninth digit is check digit and varies.
  • Tenth digit is model year: K=1989
  • Eleventh digit is assembly plant code: L=Van Nuys
  • Last six digits increased one for each car built.

Dimensions:
  • Length: 192.00″
  • Height: 50.3″
  • Width: 72.8″
  • Wheelbase” 110″

1989 Camaro Model Option Breakout

IROC-Z Special Performance Package

Modified McPhearson Strut, Special chassis bracing. Full Instrumentation. Special front fascia with integral airdam. Ground effects rockers.


Engine:

Base engine was the L03 305 w/ throttle body injection. Dual exhaust.


Transmission:

No Information Provided.


Clutch:

10.34 inches


Rear Axle:

Positraction (G80) mandatory when equipped with 4 wheel disc brakes.


Brakes:

J65 4 wheel disc brakes available.


Suspension:
  • Stiffer bracing and bushing material than base Camaro
  • 58/32 N/mm Front/Rear Spring Rate (SC = 58/18, F41 = 58/18)
  • 31/21 mm Front/Rear Sway bar diameter (SC = 27/12, F41 = 29/12)

Steering:

 7 ply-joint vs 4 ply in base Camaro improves rag joint stiffness and offers better angular deflection. Recirculating-ball power steering with fast 12.7:1 ratio, plus limited boost to improve road feel.


Wheels & Tires:

5 spoke aluminum 15 x 7 inch. Goodyear P215/65R-15 white letter , steel belted radials.

1989 Camaro Engine Codes & Specs

Available Engine Specifications

Type

Size

Fuel Injection

RPO

Horsepower

Torque

Compression Ratio

Application

V6

173 cid / 2.8L

MFI

LB8

135 hp @ 4900 RPM

160 lb-ft @ 3900 RPM

8.9:1

Rally Sport (base engine)

V8

305 cid / 5.0L

TBI

L03

170 hp @ 4400 RPM

255 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM

9.3:1

Rally Sport, IROC-Z (Base engine)

V8

305 cid / 5.0L

TPI

LB9

195 hp @ 4000 RPM

295 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM

9.3:1

IROC-Z (auto)

V8

305 cid / 5.0L

TPI

LB9

225 hp @ 4400 RPM

295 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM

9.3:1

IROC-Z (manual)

V8

350 cid / 5.7L

TPI

L98

240 hp @ 4400 RPM

345 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM

9.3:1

IROC-Z (auto only)

Note

  • MFI = multi-port fuel injection
  • TBI = throttle body injection
  • TPI = tuned-port injection
6-Cylinder Engine Codes

Code

Size

RPO

Note

AAD

173 cid MFI

LB8

Uncertain Usage

AAF

173 cid MFI

LB8

Uncertain Usage

ABL

173 cid MFI

LB8

Uncertain Usage

AXY

173 cid MFI

LB8

Uncertain Usage

8-Cylinder Engine Codes

Code

Size

RPO

Transmission

AKH

305 cid

Manual Transmission

AKJ

305 cid

Automatic Transmission

ATA

305 cid

Manual Transmission

ATB

305 cid

Manual Transmission

ATF

305 cid

Automatic Transmission

ATM

305 cid

Automatic Transmission

AWA

305 cid

Automatic Transmission

AWK

350 cid TPI

L98

Automatic Transmission

ZRA

350 cid TPI

L98

Manual Transmission

ZRB

350 cid TPI

L98

Automatic Transmission

ZRC

350 cid TPI

L98

Automatic Transmission

1989 Camaro Transmission Codes

Warner 5-Speed Manual Codes

Chevrolet #

RPO

Type

10079857

MB1

Borg-Warner 5-Speed Manual

10079855

MK6

Borg-Warner 5-Speed Manual

10079856

M39

Borg-Warner 5-Speed Manual

Turbo Hydramatic 700-R4 Codes

Code

Engine Size

Note

YX

173 cid

MD8

YP

305 cid

MD8

YW

305 cid

MD8

YZ

305 cid

MD8

FK

350 cid

MD8

FX

350 cid

MD8

1989 Camaro Manual Transmission Ratios

 

LB8

L03

LB9

L98

C.I.

173

305

305

350

First Gear

4.03:1

2.95:1

2.95:1

Second Gear

2.37:1

1.94:1

1.94:1

Third Gear

1.50:1

1.34:1

1.34:1

Fourth Gear

1.00:1

1.00:1

1.00:1

Fifth Gear

0.76:1

0.63:1

0.73:1

Reverse

3.76:1

2.76:1

2.76:1

Clutch Dia.

9.12

10.00

10.34

Axle Ratio S

3.42:1

3.08:1

3.45:1*

Axle Ratio P

1989 Camaro 700-R4 Automatic Transmission Ratios

 

LB8

L03

LB9

L98

First Gear

3.06:1

3.06:1

3.06:1

3.06:1

Second Gear

1.63:1

1.63:1

1.63:1

1.63:1

Third Gear

1.00:1

1.00:1

1.00:1

1.00:1

Fourth Gear

0.70:1

0.70:1

0.70:1

0.70:1

Reverse

2.29:1

2.29:1

2.29:1

2.29:1

Torque Converter Dia.

9.65

11.75

11.75

11.75

Axle Ratio S

3.42:1

2.73:1

2.73:1

3.27:1*

Axle Ratio P

3.23:1

Axle Ratio Key

  • S = Standard Ratio
  • P = Performance Ratio
  • * = Borg-Warner Rear Axle

1989 Camaro Rear Axle Codes

Code

Axle Ratio

Note

6HB

3.08:1

6HE

2.73:1

6HF

3.08:1

6HK

3.08:1

6HL

3.42:1

6HP

2.73:1

6HT

2.73:1

8ET

2.77:1

8ET

2.77:1

8EU

3.27:1

8EW

3.45:1

9ER

3.45:1

Locking

9EQ

3.27:1

Locking

9ET

2.77:1

Locking

1989 Camaro Factory Options

Regular Production Option (RPO)

RPO Description Quantity 1989 Price Est. Current Price
1FP87 Camaro RS Convertible 3,245 $16,995.00 $35,470.21
1FP87 Camaro IROC-Z Coupe 20,067 $14,145.00 $29,521.98
1FP87 Camaro IROC-Z Convertible 3,940 $18,945.00 $39,540.05
1LE Special Performance Components Package 111 n/a n/a
AG9 Power Seat, Driver Side 19,750 n/a n/a
AM9 Seat Back, Split Folding Rear 33,743 $50.00 $104.35
AU3 Power Door Locks 99,385 $145.00 $302.63
A01 Tinted Glass, All Windows 110,502 n/a n/a
A31 Power Windows 61,704 n/a n/a
A90 Power Hatch Release 60,744 $50.00 $104.35
B2L Engine, 350 ci, 230 hp V8 (IROC-Z Coupe Only) 12,370 $1,045.00 $2,181.02
B34 Floor Mats, Carpet Insert, Two Front 99,638 n/a n/a
B35 Floor Mats, Carpet Insert, Two Rear 99,638 n/a n/a
B48 Luggage Compartment Trim 23,150 $164.00 $342.28
B84 Moldings, Body Side 110,500 n/a n/a
B91 Moldings, Door Edge (Black) 22,801 $15.00 $31.31
CC1 Roof Panels, Removable Glass 44,595 $866.00 $1,807.43
CD4 Windshield Wipers, Intermittent 99,531 n/a n/a
C49 Defogger, Rear Window 59,559 $145.00 $302.63
C60 Air Conditioning 104,642 $775.00 $1,617.50
DX3 Decal and Stripe Delete (credit) 88,144 -$60.00 -$125.23
D27 Cover, Locking Rear Storage 17,912 $80.00 $166.97
D42 Cover, Rear Compartment Cargo Area 55,250 n/a n/a
G80 Rear Axle, Limited Slip 30,856 $100.00 $208.71
G92 Rear Axle, Performance Ratio (IROC-Z Coupe Only) 1,426 n/a n/a
J65 Brakes, Power Front Disc and Rear Disc 12,895 $179.00 $373.59
KC4 Cooler, Engine Oil (IROC-Z Coupe Only) 1,428 $110.00 $229.58
K05 Heater, Engine Block 4,070 $20.00 $41.74
K34 Speed Control, w/ Resume 98,741 n/a n/a
LB9 Engine, 305 ci, 195 hp V8 (IROC-Z Only) 8,925 $745.00 $1,554.89
L03 Engine, 305 ci, 170 hp V8 (Sport Coupe) 46,715 $400.00 $834.84
MX0 Transmission, Automatic w/ Overdrive 87,857 $490.00 $1,022.68
N33 Tilt Steering Column 99,531 n/a n/a
N96 Aluminum Wheels, 16 Inch 16,449 $468.00 $976.76
QDZ Tires, P245/50VR16 Blackwall 1,263 n/a n/a
QLC Tires, P245/50ZR16 Blackwall 15,186 n/a n/a
QPH Tires, P215/65R15 All Season Blackwall 86,726 n/a n/a
QYZ Tires, P215/65R15 Blackwall 7,564 n/a n/a
TR9 Lighting, Auxiliary 103,112 n/a n/a
TT4 Headlamps, Halogen (4) 62,262 n/a n/a
UA1 Battery, Heavy Duty 98,118 n/a n/a
UL5 Radio, Delete 43 -$165.00 -$344.37
UM6 Radio, Stereo, Cassette, Clock, Seek/Scan 73,338 n/a n/a
UM7 Radio, Stereo, Clock, Seek/Scan 6,076 n/a n/a
UU8 Radio, Stereo, Delco Bose, Clock, Seek/Scan 4,532 n/a n/a
UX1 Radio, Stereo, Cassette, Clock, S/S, EQ 24,153 n/a n/a
UC1 Radio, Compact Disc System w/ Clock 2,597 n/a n/a
U75 Antenna, Power 13,075 $70.00 $146.10
YF5 Emission Equipment, Required for California 17,757 $100.00 $208.71
FCAB RS Coupe Base Group 1 n/a n/c n/c
FCA1 RS Coupe Group 1 n/a $255.00 $532.21
FCA2 RS Coupe Group 2 n/a $1,687.00 $3,520.93
FCA3 RS Coupe Group 3 n/a $2,014.00 $4,203.41
CCAB RS Convertible Base Group 1 n/a n/c n/c
CCA1 RS Convertible Group 1 n/a $206.00 $429.94
CCA2 RS Convertible Group 2 n/a $1,638.00 $3,418.66
CCA3 RS Convertible Group 3 n/a $1,873.00 $3,909.13
FZAB IROC-Z Coupe Base Group 1 n/a n/c n/c
FZA1 IROC-Z Coupe Group 1 n/a $255.00 $532.21
FZA2 IROC-Z Coupe Group 2 n/a $1,737.00 $3,625.29
FZA3 IROC-Z Coupe Group 3 n/a $2,545.00 $5,311.66
CZAB IROC-Z Convertible Base Group 1 n/a n/c n/c
CZA1 IROC-Z Convertible Group 1 n/a $206.00 $429.94
CZA2 IROC-Z Convertible Group 2 n/a $1,638.00 $3,418.66
CZA3 IROC-Z Convertible Group 3 n/a $2,354.00 $4,913.03

Note
Option prices are retail for base model. Prices could be reduced or option could be had at no charge if it was included as standard equipment on the IROC-Z model.

1989 Camaro Paint Codes

Exterior Paint Codes

Paint / WA Code

Color

Quantity

Model

Interior Availability

23 / 9537

Medium Maui Blue (Light)

7,269

Rs-Rsc

Bk-G

40 / 8554

White

18,440

I-Ic-Rs-Rsc

Bk-Br-G-R

41 / 8555

Black

17,600

I-Ic-Rs-Rsc

Bk-Br-G-R

74 / 9535

Flame Red (Dark Red)

16,627

I-Ic-Rs-Rsc

Bk-Br-G-R

81 / 8774

Bright Red

26,509

I-Ic-Rs-Rsc

Bk-Br-G-R

87 / 9243

Gunmetal (Medium Gray)

7,906

Rs-Rsc

Bk-G-R

98 / 9591

Bright Blue

16,316

I-Ic-Rs-Rsc

Bk-Br-G

Interior Trim Codes

Color Code

Interior Style

19B

Black Standard Cloth

19C

Black Custom Cloth

66B

Light Brown Standard Cloth

66C

Light Brown Custom Cloth

662

Light Brown Leather

72B

Red Standard Cloth

72C

Red Custom Cloth

722

Red Leather

82B

Gray Standard Cloth

82C

Gray Custom Cloth

822

Gray Leather

Abbreviations: Bk = Black, Br = Light Brown, cc = Custom Cloth, G = Gray, I = IROC Coupe, Ic = IROC Convertible, le = Leather, R = Red, RS = RS Coupe, Rsc = RS Convertible, sc = Standard Cloth

Disclaimer
The numbers in this have been compiled from many sources to make these pages as correct as possible. There is no guarantee that the numbers are complete or accurate, therefore, we cannot accept any liability or responsibility for damages incurred from the use of this information.

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