alright maybe a noob question but here it goes? why Z28?

[1994camaroV6]

Ok, I understand ya know RS=rally SS=super sport but, but what did Z28 stand for? why did they choose it? again sorry for the noob type of question:spank: but it was killin me cause i couldn't figure it out.

[Bonemaro]

Re: alright maybe a noob question but here it goes? why Z28?

Zochoten is one of the four Japanese Shintenno, a group of fierce-looking gardian deities who protect the four cardinal directions. Zochoten literally means "lord who expands, lord who enlarges." From this, the "Z" car, or a vehicle possessing expanded performance over the standard, was formed. Chevrolet simply followed this trend by badging the performance versions of their vehicles with a Z... Z28, Z26, Z24, Z71, Z06, etc.

[Smoke Panther]

Re: alright maybe a noob question but here it goes? why Z28?

^that's a cute story, but Z28 is just the RPO (Regular Production Order/Options) code for a V8 camaro. Names that actually have meaning, like RS and SS, don't appear on the RPO sticker...Z28 does however

[IwannaCamarosoBad]

Re: alright maybe a noob question but here it goes? why Z28?

haha wow this is nice :tup:

[Bonemaro]

Re: alright maybe a noob question but here it goes? why Z28?

But why the "Z"? Why not one of our other 25 fine letters?

[IwannaCamarosoBad]

Re: alright maybe a noob question but here it goes? why Z28?

But why the "Z"? Why not one of our other 25 fine letters?

Well I just thought the "Z" was a sports package lol I didnt think there was anything behind it in meaning

[Smoke Panther]

Re: alright maybe a noob question but here it goes? why Z28?

But why the "Z"? Why not one of our other 25 fine letters?

There is no meaning; it's an RPO code. It has as much meaning as the "L" in "LS1" or the "T" in "LT1." It's only purpose is for clear and quick reference within the factory. There is no elaborate backstory.

[Bonemaro]

Re: alright maybe a noob question but here it goes? why Z28?

I always thought the "LS" was for Lightning Speed and the "LT" was for Liquid Testosterone. I could be wrong though.

[RyanAndyBob]

Re: alright maybe a noob question but here it goes? why Z28?

I like it better with a back story....makes chevy sound awesomely powerful...yes i said awesomely

[nightrider2]

Re: alright maybe a noob question but here it goes? why Z28?

the back story is gay...WTF does japan have to do with chevy? its an RPO nothing more

[Bonemaro]

Re: alright maybe a noob question but here it goes? why Z28?

the back story is gay...WTF does japan have to do with chevy? its an RPO nothing more

Free your mind, Neo.

[nightrider2]

Re: alright maybe a noob question but here it goes? why Z28?

last time something was freed look how well that worked out...

[Bonemaro]

Re: alright maybe a noob question but here it goes? why Z28?

last time something was freed look how well that worked out...

lol... great point.

[nightrider2]

Re: alright maybe a noob question but here it goes? why Z28?

I live near Atlantic city...i go 2 miles from home and it a constant reminder...

[Bonemaro]

Re: alright maybe a noob question but here it goes? why Z28?

Are you anywhere near Eatontown?