What is IROC-Z stand for?
International Race of Champions
For six years, Chevrolet offered the IROC trim model of the Z/28 (from 1985-1990), which was an acronym for International Race of Champions. The race series had been the brainchild of Roger Penske and was a fixture of ABC’s Wide World of Sports.
Was the IROC-Z fast?
Its Quick Zip Smoky burnouts and tire-screeching power-slides were what the IROC-Z was all about. With the 5.7-liter engine under its long, angular hood, the Chevy could accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in a quick 5.9 seconds. With the smaller engine, it took about 6.5 seconds.
How much is a IROC-Z worth?
A: The average price of a Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z is $18,630.
Does IROC exist?
IROC went on hiatus in 2007 hoping to return with a sponsor in 2008, which did not happen. In March 2008, IROC auctioned off its tools, equipment, cars, and memorabilia, and went out of business.
Is an IROC a muscle car?
Originally referred to as the “Camaro that thinks it’s a Corvette,” the IROC-Z Camaro was first introduced in 1984. Since then, the popular muscle car has solidified its place in automotive history.
What motor is in the IROC-Z?
Powertrain specs
| Engine type | GM Chevrolet Small-Block V-8 350 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5.7 l (348 ci) |
| Power | 223 ps (220 bhp / 164 kw) @ 4200 rpm |
| Torque | 434 Nm (320 lb-ft) @ 3200 rpm |
| Power / liter | 39 ps (39 hp) |
How can you tell if you have a real IROC-Z?
The best way to tell if the car is an “authentic” IROC-Z is to look at the VIN number and, most importantly, the RPO codes (granted the “faker” didn’t swap out the center console with a real IROC-Z, then you would have to decode all of the numbers and figure out if the vehicle is indeed an IROC.)
Did the IROC come with a manual transmission?
The 350 TPI engine with automatic and 305 TPI with 5-speed manual transmission were available for the first time in the IROC-Z. The 305 TPI equipped with automatic transmission came with 190 hp, while the Manual 305 TPI got a 215 hp (160 kW) rating.
What was the best year for the IROC-Z?
In 1985, the original IROC-Z featured top notch specs that were a not only performance driven but eye catching as well. It was considered to be a “Rookie of the Year” winner by numerous auto publications and was featured in Car and Drivers “Ten Best List” in 1985.
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