

As always, Chevrolet auto engineers love a nod to power. COPO stands for “Central Office Production Order” and gives a nod to a production method used by dealers during the sixties. The system allowed them to develop high-performance models that were not available elsewhere. Once the name was established, Chevrolet automotive engineers birthed the COPO 9560. These Chevrolet Camaros gave us the gift of Aluminum ZL1 427-cubic-inch engines.
The new COPO Camaro offers 430 HP at 5200 rpm. It is speculated that when the model was initially fitted with track-tuned headers, the output would reach up to 550 HP at 6500 rpm. However, we know that no petrolhead on earth would complain about the magic of 430 HP.
A modern COPO Camaro is not considered a street-legal drag car; however, it’s still a wondrous turnkey machine. This powerful vehicle is fully dedicated to the quarter-mile and can easily take on any NHRA competition right off the bat. We have found that most car orders come with a red color pick and a hefty 427 V-8 engine –– power entices.
The first COPO Camaro made its debut to the world in 1969 as the ZL1 COPO Camaro. As a showcased vehicle for the Chevrolet vehicle special-order system, the new COPO Camaro made a splash on the streets.
While we find that COPO Camaro models are rare, not all of them are sitting in fancy garages on display. With all of the hype surrounding the design, we’re sure plenty have reached collector status, but yes, these cars go racing. Thirty-six NHRA National Event wins since 2012 are held by COPO Camaro designs, with four national championships.
Only 69 COPO Chevrolet Camaro models meet the streets each year, as a nod to the first run. Because the demand for such an innovative design far exceeds those in production, Chevrolet uses a lottery system to choose who can become a lucky owner.
If you didn’t already, you now know just how rare it is to drive a COPO Camaro, much less find one for sale at our dealership. However, don’t let production lines stop you from doing what you love: driving Chevrolet vehicles. Stop by our car dealership in Vero Beach now and see the wonder that is our inventory. We have a range of vehicle options to test drive, including new Camaro vehicles for sale. Who knows, maybe one day you’ll stumble across the prowess of a new COPO Camaro on our lot.