The best news for 1980 was an upgrade in power to 190hp for the Z28. This was brought about by the reintroduction after eleven years of a cowl induction bonnet. The wheels were restyled, and wing louvres allowed engine heat to escape. The straight six engine was dropped in favour of the Buick designed 231 CID V6 (for California) and the 229 CID V6 for other states. Bill Mitchell introduced 90 Camaro “Huggers” with the IROC front spoiler, Minilite wheels and better suspension. These were sold in Florida and were painted orange.

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