1971 Camaro SS Red with Black Strips

To compare the 1971 Camaro second generation to the collectible first generation Camaro's (1967-1969) now are, the 1967 Camaro was seen by critics as a "rushed concession" by Chevrolet to race against the Ford Mustangs. However, there would be no compromising with the second generation "f" bodies. The next generation models were met with enthusiastic reviews, giving Chevrolet a victor that would run for 12 years. The 1971 Camaro was obtainable with individual look & performance packages including the rally sport, z28 and the big block super sport – SS 396. Second generation "f" bodies rapidly approaching equal collectible values as their first generation counterparts, this restored numbers-matching 1971 Camaro SS 396 represents an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire an earlier 1970s Camaro

1971 Camaro SS Black Strips

1971 Camaro SS interior

1971 Camaro had several notable changes including the seats and emblems. In an effort to comply with federal regulations requiring leaded fuel to be phased out, General Motors lowered compression ratios of all engines to a maximum of 9.0:1. Not only did this actually cut horsepower (compared to an 11.0:1 engine), but General Motors also began rating their engines in SAE NET horsepower. In 1971, engines were rated in both SAE NET & Gross HP. Net horsepower is a more accurate indication of actual power production.

The quickest way to tell a 1971 Camaro from a 1970 Camaro is to check the front seats, the 1971 Camaro got high backed seats adapted from the Vega. From an emblem standpoint, the "C" on the header panel was changed from chrome to Red, and the "Camaro by Chevrolet" trunk lid emblem was shortened to "Camaro". Among the other new goodies on the 1971 Camaro