1986 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Description

“Camaro stretches the limits of today’s technology,” its 1986 brochure professed. Everything about the third-generation Camaro, produced from 1982 to 1992, was indeed shaped by the times. With engines capable of only a fraction of the horsepower from its glory days of the 1960s, Chevrolet had to build a new Camaro that was smaller, lighter, and more aerodynamic, with a slim and angular design that shaved seven inches off its wheelbase and eliminated 500 pounds.

Thanks to its large glass hatchback and folding rear seats, the new Camaro was also more practical than its predecessors. Four Camaro models were offered in 1986, including the Z28 performance machines powered by Chevy’s 305 cu-in V8 with Tuned Port Injectors that produced 155 horsepower. How good was the Z28? It was on Car and Driver magazine’s 10Best list for 1985. 

This well-preserved, original-condition 1986 Camaro Z28 shows just 43,770 actual miles. Being a Z28, it’s loaded with factory options, including five-speed manual, air conditioning, and glass T-Tops. As a Chevrolet engineer said of the ’86 model, “We’re matching our talent and imagination against some of the top performance car engineers in the world. And the result is truly exciting.” 

Highlights 

• Well-preserved, original-condition 1986 Camaro Z28 

• Powered by 305 cu-in V8 with Tuned Port Injectors producing 155 horsepower 

• Desirable five-speed manual transmission 

• Optional glass T-Tops 

• Optional air conditioning 

• Finished in Flame Red (74) over Saddle Custom Cloth (62C) interior 

• The chassis number (1G1FP87H9GN164613) decodes as: 

  • 1 – United States 

  • G – General Motors 

  • 1 – Chevrolet 

  • F – F-Body (Camaro) 

  • P – Sport Coupe, Z28 Sport Coupe 

  • 87 – 2 Door Coupe 

  • H – 305ci V8 (LG4)  

  • 9 – Check digit 

  • G – 1986 Model Year 

  • N – Norwood, Ohio, assembly plant 

  • 164613 –  Plant serial number starting at 100001 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report  

Features 

• Headliner has been replaced 

• Resprayed the original Flame Red color 

• Options on this 1986 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 include but are not limited to: 

  • FP87 – Camaro Z28 Sport Coupe, V8 ($12,316) 

  • AU3 – Power Door Locks ($130) 

  • A01 – Tinted Glass, All Windows ($115) 

  • A31 – Power Windows ($195) 

  • A90 – Power Hatch Release ($40) 

  • BS1 – Quiet Sound Group ($82) 

  • B34 – Floor Mats, Front ($20) 

  • B35 – Floor Mats, Rear ($15) 

  • B48 – Luggage Compartment Trim ($164) 

  • B84 – Moldings, Body Side ($55) 

  • CC1 – Roof Panels, Removable Glass ($846) 

  • CD4 – Windshield Wipers, Intermittent ($50) 

  • C49 – Defogger, Rear Window ($145) 

  • C60 – Air Conditioning ($750) 

  • DD8 – Mirror, Inside Rearview Auto ($80) 

  • DG7 – Mirrors, Electric Twin Remote ($91) 

  • D80 – Spoiler, Included with Z28 (no cost Z28) 

  • K34 – Speed Control, with Resume ($175) 

  • LG4 – Engine, 305ci, 155hp, V8 (no cost Z28) 

  • N33 – Tilt Steering Column ($115) 

  • QYH – Tires, P215/65R15 white letter (no cost Z28) 

  • U21 – Gage Package ($149) 

  • YE3 – Radio, stereo, cassette, clock, seek/scan ($99) 

• Recessed quad rectangular headlamps  

• Concealed wipers   

• Sculptured glass and steel rear hatch  

• Lockable side storage compartment  

• Power steering  

• Power-assisted front disc/rear drum brakes  

• Front disc audible wear sensors 

• High Energy Ignition system (HEI)  

• Front stabilizer bar  

• Rear suspension with torque arm  

• Rear suspension track bar  

• Full unitized body construction 

• Triple-unit tail lamps with amber turn signals  

• Console with covered storage compartment  

• Carpeted floor, load floor, and storage well  

• Side window defoggers  

• Day/night rearview mirrors  

• Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) 

Known Imperfections 

• Generally good condition for unrestored vehicle of this age 

• Carpet is sun faded 

• Some plastic trim in the rear trunk area is sun faded 

• A/C compressor works but does not blow cold air 

Included 

• Fitted car cover 

• Two sets of keys

• ⁠Owner's manual

 Ownership History 

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this four owner 1986 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 almost entirely in upstate New York. It currently shows 43,770 original miles.