1990 Camaro Restoration Information

1990 Camaro Specifications

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The 1990 model year marked the last year of the IROC-Z, with an available airbag and an upgrade from the base 173ci V6 to a new 191ci V6. Though still the same engine, the 350ci TPI engine saw an increase in power to 245hp.

Once again, the RPO 1LE code was available on IROC-Zs with the G92 Performance Axle Option without air conditioning, but much like the year prior, just 62 of these special performance cars were produced.


1990 Camaro Ads


1990 Chevrolet 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:
  • 191ci  LH0 V6
  • 305ci  V8 170hp
  • 305ci  TPI V8 up to 230hp
  • 350ci  L98 TPI V8 245hp

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

1990 Camaro Production:
  • 12,743 V6
  • 22,243 V8
  • 34,986 Total


Vehicle Identification Number Example: 
1G1FP23EXLL100001 thru 1G1FP23EXLL134986

  • Fifth digit is model level: P = Camaro (all models)
  • Sixth digit is body style: 2 = Hatchback Coupe, 3 = Convertible.
  • Eighth digit is engine code: F = 305ci V8 (LB9), E = 305ci V8 (L03), T = 191ci V6 (LH0), 8 = 350ci V8 (B2L)
  • Ninth digit is check digit and varies.
  • Tenth digit is model year: L = 1990
  • Eleventh digit is assembly plant code: L = Van Nuys
  • Last six digits increased one for each car built.

Dimensions:
  • Length: 192.00″
  • Height: 50.4″
  • Width: 72.8″
  • Wheelbase: 101.0″

1990 Camaro Engine Codes & Specs

Available Engine Specifications

Type

Size

Fuel Injection

RPO

Horsepower

Torque

Compression Ratio

Application

V6

191 cid / 3.1L

MFI

LH0

140 hp @ 4400 RPM

180 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM

8.5:1

RS (Base Engine)

V8

305 cid / 5.0L

TBI

L03

170 hp @ 4000 RPM

255 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM

9.3:1

RS, IROC-Z (Base Engine)

V8

305 cid / 5.0L

TPI

LB9

210 hp @ 4400 RPM

285 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM

9.3:1

IROC-Z (Auto)

V8

305 cid / 5.0L

TPI

LB9

230 hp @ 4400 RPM

300 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM

9.3:1

IROC-Z (Manual)

V8

350 cid / 5.7L

TPI

L98

245 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

    Transmission

    Notes

    BPT

    191 cid

    LH0

    Manual Transmission

    Uncertain Usage

    BRU

    191 cid

    LH0

    Automatic Transmission

    Uncertain Usage

    BSH

    191 cid

    LH0

    Manual Transmission

    BTJ

    191 cid

    LH0

    Automatic Transmission

    8-Cylinder Engine Codes

    Code

    Size

    RPO

    Transmission

    Notes

    BLC

    305 cid

    Manual Transmission

    BLD

    305 cid

    Automatic Transmission

    BLF

    305 cid

    Manual Transmission

    BLH

    305 cid

    Manual Transmission

    BLJ

    305 cid

    Automatic Transmission

    BMK

    350 cid

    L98

    Automatic Transmission

    1990 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

    FB

    191 cid

    MD8

    FT

    305 cid

    MD8 / TBI

    FZ

    305 cid

    MD8 / MFI

    FU

    350 cid

    MD8

    FK

    350 cid

    MD8

    FX

    350 cid

    MD8

    1990 Camaro Rear Axle Codes

    Code

    Axle Ratio

    Note

    2PM

    3.23:1

    Locking

    2PN

    3.42:1

    Locking

    6HB

    3.08:1

    Locking

    6HE

    2.73:1

    6HE

    3.42:1

    6HF

    3.08:1

    Locking

    6HK

    3.08:1

    6HL

    3.42:1

    6HP

    2.73:1

    6HT

    2.73:1

    Locking

    6PM

    3.23:1

    Locking

    6PN

    3.42:1

    Locking

    8EV

    3.27:1

    Locking

    8EW

    3.45:1

    Locking

    8HB

    3.08:1

    Locking

    8HE

    2.73:1

    Locking

    8HF

    3.08:1

    Locking

    8HJ

    3.23:1

    8HK

    3.08:1

    8HL

    3.45:1

    8HP

    2.73:1

    8HT

    2.73:1

    Locking

    9ET

    2.77:1

    Locking

    1990 Camaro Factory Options

    Regular Production Option (RPO)

    RPO Description Quantity 1990 Price Est. Current Price
    1FP87 Camaro RS Coupe 28,750 $10,995.00 $21,771.28
    1FP87 Camaro RS Convertible 729 $16,880.00 $33,424.21
    1FP87 Camaro IROC-Z Coupe 4,213 $14,555.00 $28,820.46
    1FP87 Camaro IROC-Z Convertible 1,294 $20,195.00 $39,988.26
    1LE Special Performance Components Package 62 n/a n/a
    AG9 Power Seat, Driver Side 4,876 n/a n/a
    AM9 Seat Back, Split Folding Rear 20,840 $50.00 $99.01
    AU3 Power Door Locks 32,591 $175.00 $346.52
    A31 Power Windows 22,497 n/a n/a
    A90 Power Hatch Release 23,410 $50.00 $99.01
    B2L Engine, 350 ci, 245 hp V8 (IROC-Z Coupe Only) 2,415 $300.00 $594.03
    B34 Floor Mats, Carpet Insert, Two Front 32,673 n/a n/a
    B35 Floor Mats, Carpet Insert, Two Rear 32,673 n/a n/a
    B84 Moldings, Body Side 32,856 n/a n/a
    CC1 Roof Panels, Removable Glass 12,476 $866.00 $1,714.77
    C49 Defogger, Rear Window 19,436 $160.00 $316.82
    C60 Air Conditioning 34,247 $805.00 $1,593.99
    DC4 Mirror w/ Dual Reading Lamps 32,963 n/a n/a
    DE1 Louvers, Rear Window 1,855 $210.00 $415.82
    DC7 Mirrors, Eletctric Twin Remote 8,188 $91.00 $180.19
    DX3 Decal and Stripe Delete (credit) 359 -$60.00 -$118.81
    D42 Cover, Rear Compartment Cargo Area 20,626 n/a n/a
    G80 Rear Axle, Limited Slip 5,507 $100.00 $198.01
    G92 Rear Axle, Performance Ratio (IROC-Z Coupe Only) 2,710 $466.00 $922.73
    J65 Brakes, Power Front Disc and Rear Disc 2,710 $179.00 $354.44
    KC4 Cooler, Engine Oil (IROC-Z Coupe Only) 2,710 $110.00 $217.81
    K05 Heater, Engine Block 828 $20.00 $39.60
    K34 Speed Control, w/ Resume 32,579 n/a n/a
    LB9 Engine, 305 ci, 210 hp V8 (n/c IROC-Z) 3,092 $745.00 $1,475.18
    L03 Engine, 305 ci, 170 hp V8 (for RS Coupe) 16,736 $350.00 $693.04
    MX0 Transmission, Automatic w/ Overdrive 31,630 $515.00 $1,019.76
    N96 Aluminum Wheels, 16 Inch 4,004 $520.00 $1,029.66
    QLC Tires, P245/50ZR16 Blackwall 4,004 n/a n/a
    QPH Tires, P215/65R15 All Season Blackwall 29,479 n/a n/a
    QYZ Tires, P215/65R15 Blackwall 1,503 n/a n/a
    UL5 Radio, Delete 221 -$165.00 -$326.72
    UM6 Radio, Stereo, Cassette, Clock, Seek/Scan 31,421 n/a n/a
    UM7 Radio, Stereo, Clock, Seek/Scan 1,098 n/a n/a
    UU8 Radio, Stereo, Delco Bose, Clock, Seek/Scan 994 n/a n/a
    UX1 Radio, Stereo, Cassette, Clock, S/S, EQ 1,249 n/a n/a
    UC1 Radio, Compact Disc System w/ Clock 3 n/a n/a
    U75 Antenna, Power 1,275 $70.00 $138.61
    YF5 Emission Equipment, Required for California 6,345 $100.00 $198.01
    FCAB RS Coupe Base Group 1 n/a n/c n/c
    FCA1 RS Coupe Group 1 n/a $1,410.00 $2,791.95
    FCA2 RS Coupe Group 2 n/a $1,782.00 $3,528.55
    CCAB RS Convertible Base Group 1 n/a n/c n/c
    CCA1 RS Convertible Group 1 n/a $1,040.00 $2,059.31
    CCA2 RS Convertible Group 2 n/a $1,640.00 $3,247.38
    FZAB IROC-Z Coupe Base Group 1 n/a n/c n/c
    FZA1 IROC-Z Coupe Group 1 n/a $865.00 $1,712.79
    FZA2 IROC-Z Coupe Group 2 n/a $1,759.00 $3,483.01
    FZA3 IROC-Z Coupe Group 3 n/a $2,143.00 $4,243.37
    CZAB IROC-Z Convertible Base Group 1 n/a n/c n/c
    CZA1 IROC-Z Convertible Group 1 n/a $865.00 $1,712.79
    CZA2 IROC-Z Convertible Group 2 n/a $1,640.00 $3,247.38
    CZA3 IROC-Z Convertible Group 3 n/a $2,001.00 $3,962.19

    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 certain models.

    1990 Camaro Paint Codes

    Exterior Paint Codes

    Paint / WA Code

    Color

    Quantity

    Model

    Interior Availability

    23 / 9184

    Medium Maui Blue

    2,539

    Rs-Rsc

    Bk-G

    40 / 8554

    White

    6,878

    I-Ic-Rs-Rsc

    Bk-Br-G-R

    41 / 8555

    Black

    5,125

    I-Ic-Rs-Rsc

    Bk-G-R

    75 / 9540

    Brilliant Red

    4,420

    I-Ic-Rs-Rsc

    Bk-Br-G-R

    81 / 8774

    Bright Red

    8,168

    I-Ic-Rs-Rsc

    Bk-Br-G-R

    87 / 9536

    Gunmetal (Medium Gray)

    2,787

    Rs-Rsc

    Bk-G-R

    98 / 9591

    Bright Blue

    5,069

    I-Ic-Rs-Rsc

    Bk-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

    73B

    Red Standard Cloth

    73C

    Red Custom Cloth

    732

    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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