Modified Cars & Deals 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS article highlights:
- The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS marks the return of the beloved muscle car with the Corvette V8
- There’s a 2010 Camaro SS with some desirable and functional performance mods currently listed on Cars & Deals
- Despite having some flaws, this is an example of a solid RWD sports car at a low price
While sales figures may suggest otherwise, the Chevrolet Camaro still has a lot to offer muscle and sports car buyers. But if dealer supply woes are making buying new stuff difficult, you can always save a little dough and put it to use. And while the older modern Camaros don’t have all the latest technology, they don’t give up much when it comes to performance. Especially if, like the currently registered 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS Cars & Dealsthey have some modifications.
2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS revives the iconic muscle car with lots of V8 speed
| 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS | |
| Machine | 6.2-liter ‘LS3’ V8 (manual) 6.2 liter ‘L99’ V8 (automatic) |
| Horsepower | LS3: 426 hp L99: 400 hp |
| Torque | LS3: 420 lb-ft L99: 410 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Six-speed manual Automatic six speed |
| curb weight | 3859 lbs (manual) 3908 lbs (auto) |
| 0-60 mph time | 4.6 seconds (Car and Driver) |
It’s hard to imagine now, but there was a time when the Ford Mustang was the only pony/muscle car in town. Then, in 2008, the Dodge Challenger returned after a 25 year absence. And in 2010, eight years after seemingly dying out, the Chevrolet Camaro is back for its fifth generation — with an independent rear suspension, no less.
Admittedly, although the Mustang still rocked the live rear axle, it was lighter and smaller than the revived Camaro. However, thanks to a solid chassis and accurate, communicative steering, the heavier and smoother Camaro can ride the winding road. And in the years before the Hellcat, both cars left the Dodge Challenger as the roads began to curve.
During the 2010-2015 run, the fifth-generation Camaro revived several other iconic trims, including the ZL1, Z/28, and 1LE. However, in 2010, the highest performance echelon of the Chevrolet Camaro was the SS. But don’t take it as a consolation prize.
For one, every 2010 Camaro SS packs standard Brembo brakes, Pirelli P Zero summer tires, stiffer springs and shocks, lower ride height, thicker anti-roll bars, and a limited-slip differential. Second, even manual cars have standard launch controls. Finally, under the hood is the same LS3 V8 that Chevrolet put in the Corvette C6. The automatic version has cylinder deactivation to save fuel, but is only good for one mpg highway. Plus, the wand is more satisfying and easier to live in, Car and Driver say.
The Camaro model would then sharpen the reborn muscle car into a full-fledged sports car. But while the 2010 Camaro SS isn’t quite as supple as the sixth-generation version, it does lay a solid foundation for it. And some V8-powered burnouts too.
There is a well-modified example listed at Cars & Deals right now
Just like its competitors, the Chevrolet Camaro is a popular platform for style and performance mods. And as previously mentioned, the 2010 Camaro SS is currently listed on the Cars & Deals have some of both.
In addition to the previously mentioned features, the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS has a rear spoiler, power sunroof, leather seats, and factory heated sports seats. It also has heated mirrors, a nine-speaker Boston Acoustics audio system, Bluetooth, fog lamps, HID halo-ring headlights and RS taillights. Plus, it sports the dealer-installed Ground Effect Package, which adds a rear diffuser, front splitter, and new side rocker panel moldings.
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For modification, let’s start from the visuals and the exterior. First, this 2010 Camaro SS uses 20” Factory Reproductions ZL1 wheels wrapped in Nitto tires. The seller also tinted the windows and installed a black grille and AnzoUSA black taillight bezel. Plus, they removed the car’s chrome badge, painted the brake calipers red, and installed the Moroso ABS pump cover.
Meanwhile, the performance modifications are even more extensive:
- JBA Speed Shop high flow catalytic converters, headers and mid-pipes
- Flowmaster cat-back exhaust
- Roto-fab cold air intake
- Mishimoto radiator and silicone hose
- BMR suspension steering rack, trailing arm bushings and driveshaft tunnel supports
- Energy Suspension rear sway bar bushings
- Spohn Performance front and back end links
- UMI Performance leg rod
- LSR Performance front subframe clamp
- Special tone
- Taylor Cable red spark plug wire with aftermarket boots
Now, this 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS isn’t cosmetically perfect. Aside from a few scratches and chips, it has a repaired rear panel dent and a dented passenger rearview mirror. In addition, one of the key fobs is damaged and the front seat is slightly folded. However, it has less than 26,700 miles. Furthermore, the seller changed the oil, air filter, coolant, brake fluid, and differential fluid approximately 2000 miles ago. And the removable parts come with the car.
Would this cheap 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS make a good used sports car?
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As of this writing, this modified 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS is listed at $13,333 with three days remaining in auction. That’s roughly 1/3rd price of Camaro 1SS 2022. Plus, cheapest fifth generation SS with the same mileage Auto merchant costs about $10,000 more. In short, this is a cheap used muscle car.
As this is a used muscle car, a pre-purchase inspection is recommended. Cars & Deals also note that the mods installed may not let this 2010 Camaro SS pass the emissions test, though again, stock parts are included. However, since it’s an early coupe with a V8 and stick, it’s immune to most of the top 5th-Gen Camaro problem. And the oil cooler isn’t leaking, which is the only remaining potential problem.
So, if you want an affordable V8 powered RWD sports car, this Camaro might be for you.
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