1982 Camaro Restoration Information

1982 Camaro Specifications

After proving its worth in the muscle car market from 1967 through the early ’80s, the Camaro transitioned into its third generation in 1982. This was the first year that Chevrolet fitted its Camaro model with factory fuel injection, a four-cylinder engine and a hatch-back rear end configuration.

At the base level, the Sport Coupe gave Camaro buyers a base 151ci LQ9 four-cylinder engine with 173ci V6 and 305ci V8 options. Dog-dish wheel covers came standard on the Sport Coupe, while the car could also be had with full wheel covers or 14-inch body-colored 5-spoke Rally wheels.

Sitting mid-level in the Camaro lineup was the Berlinetta, fitted with the 173ci LB9 V6 engine, finned 14×7-inch aluminum wheels with gold inlayed “Berlinetta” center caps, gold “Berlinetta” badging, body pinstripes, gold and black taillight divides, full instrumentation, custom cloth interior and superior insulation in standard form. While the 2.8L LC1 V6 engine was standard, the Berlinetta could also be optioned with the 305ci LG4 V8.

Securing the top position in the 1982 Camaro lineup, the coveted Z28 came standard with V8 power thanks to the standard 305ci carbureted powerplant, but could also be had with the optional 305ci LU5 twin TBI Cross Fire Injection V8. Upgrading to the fuel injection gave drivers an additional 20hp.

All Cross Fire Injection V8-equipped Z28 models came with a fiberglass SMC hood with functional air induction scoops. All Z28 models were equipped with a 3-piece rear spoiler, lower body valences in gold or silver, a special nose piece, and 15×7-inch cast-aluminum 5-spoke wheels, which were accented in either gold or silver to match the car’s valences.

As a special year for the Camaro, Chevrolet was invited to pace the Indianapolis 500 with their new 1982 Camaro, and in turn, created nearly 6,000 Z28 Indianapolis Pace Car replicas. These cars came with the same engine options as the regular Z28 models but stood out with a special two-toned silver and blue paint scheme with special striping, 15-inch orange pinstriped wheels, and a blue and silver interior.

1982 Camaro OEM Brochure

1982 Camaro Model Options:

Sub-Models (all 2-door models):

• Sport Coupe
• Berlinetta
• Z28
• Z28 Indianapolis Pace Car Replica

Engine Options:

• 151ci LQ9 4-cylinder (Sport Coupe Base)
• 173ci LC1 V6 (Berlinetta Base, Sport Coupe Optional)
• 305ci LG4 V8 145hp (Carbureted; Z28 Base, Sport Coupe and Berlinetta Optional)
• 305ci LU5 V8 165hp (Fuel Injected; Z28 Optional)

Transmission Options:

• 4-speed manual
• 3-speed automatic

Production:

• 21,802 4-cyl
• 69,777 V6
• 98,168 V8
• 189,747 total

Vehicle Identification Example: (lGlAP87H4CN100001)

• Fifth digit is model level:
  • P = Sport Coupe
  • Z28 Sport Coupe
  • S = Berlinetta
• Eighth digit is engine code:
  • 1 = 173ci V6 (LC1)
  • 2 = 151ci 4-cyl (LQ9)
  • 7 = 305 ci V8 (LU5)
  • F = 151 ci 4-cyl (LQ8)
  • H = 305ci V8 (LG4)
• Tenth digit is model year:
  • C = 1982.
• Eleventh digit is N for Norwood assembly, L for Van Nuys
• Last six digits increased one with each car built at each plant

Dimensions:

• Length: 187.8 inches
• Height: 49.8 inches
• Width: 72.0 inches
• Wheelbase: 101.0 inches

Curb Weight: (in pounds)

• 2875
• 3169 Z28

1982 Camaro Chevy Ads

1982 Camaro Model Option Breakouts

Z28 Special Performance Package

Total Redesign, Modified McPhearson Strut, Special chassis bracing. Fiberglass hood reduced weight by 20 pounds. Full Instrumentation. Special front fascia with integral airdam. Ground effects rockers. Motor Trends “Domestic Car of the Year”.

Total Production:

• 63,563 Z28
• 6,360 Z50 Indy Pace Car Replicas

Engine:

Base engine was LG4 305 w/ 4 barrel Quadrajet. Dual exhaust. LU5 165 bhp Twin TBI optional. LU5 came with functional cowl induction.

Transmission:

4 speed (RPO MM4) w/ 3.42:1 low standard. TH-200c (RPO MX1) automatic optional. Mandatory for LU5 until midyear when MM4 4 speed with 2.88 low became available.

Clutch:

10.34 Inches

Rear Axle:

Positraction (G80) manditory when equiped 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.

1982 Camaro Engine Codes & Specs

Available Engine Specifications:

*Denotes Throttle Body Injection

4-Cylinder Engine Codes

6-Cylinder Engine Codes

8-Cylinder Engine Codes

1982 Camaro Transmission Codes

1982 Camaro 4-Speed Manual Transmission Ratios

1982 Camaro Turbo Hydramatic Transmission Ratios

Axle Ratio Key

• S = Standard Ratio
• P = Performance Ratio

1982 Camaro Rear Axle Codes

1982 Camaro Factory Options

Regular Production Option (RPO)

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 Z28 or Berlinetta model.

1982 Camaro Paint Codes

Exterior Paint Codes

Interior Trim Codes

Abbreviations: B = Blue, Bc = Berlinetta Coupe, C = Camel, cc = Custom Cloth, ccc = Conteur Custom Cloth, Ch = Charcoal, csc = Conteur Standard Cloth, cv = Custom Vinyl, J = Jade, M = Maroon, sc = Standard Cloth, Spc = Sport Coupe, Sg = Silver-Gray, sv = Standard Vinyl, Zc = Z28 Sport Coupe

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.