08/17/2026
The Camaro Isn't Dead — It's on a Longer Pit Stop Than We Thought
Unlike my usual automobile posts, I wrote this one with some sadness back when it happened. A vehicle I've always loved — and owned — was being discontinued. The Camaro has shown up in movies for decades, and I've covered two of them here before: Better Off Dead and Bumblebee.
Classic Industries covered it well at the time: GM confirmed that the 2024 model year would close out the sixth-generation Camaro, at least for the time being, after a run stretching back to 1966.
The Camaro brings back a lot of memories for me, especially when I see a 1979 Z-28 on the road — I drove one for a few years and still wish I'd never sold it.
Here's the update, three years later: the "at least for now" is looking more real by the month. As of this month, GM Authority is reporting that a next-generation Camaro is officially in the pipeline — gas engine, rear-wheel drive, a manual transmission option, and a dedicated high-performance model likely powered by GM's new Gen 6 Small Block V8. The timeline has slipped from an earlier 2028 target to a 2029 model year, but the program itself was reportedly greenlit by GM back in April, with production penciled in at the same Lansing plant that built the last one.
What's still unsettled is the shape it takes. Some reports point to a return to the classic two-door coupe; others suggest GM may finally break tradition with a four-door performance sedan or even an electric SUV wearing the badge. Nothing's official yet — but "the Camaro is gone for good" doesn't hold up the way it did in 2023.
In the meantime, if you're a Camaro lover, the good news hasn't changed: there are decades of models to choose from. With the badge's popularity over the years, you can likely find the exact generation, trim, and options you want by searching vintage and classic auto sites.
If you decide to buy one — whether you're in Tampa, Chicago, or anywhere else — how you get it home (or exported) depends a lot on the vehicle's location and the nearest port. For advice on shipping your Camaro, drop me a DM.