Story
What Took So Long For the Camaro to Arrive?
- Published
- May 4, 2026
- Written by
- Rick DeBruhl
- Length
- 1 min read

In this edition of Automotive Revolution, Rick DeBruhl takes a look at the first generation Camaro with this 1968 Z/28, introduced in the fall of 1966 for the 1967 model year. He also talks about why Chevrolet was caught napping when the Mustang arrived.
This 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Z-28 features a 302 cubic-inch V-8 engine making 290 horsepower and mated to a 4-speed manual transmission, all sitting on a 107-inch wheelbase.
Be sure to see this all-time favorite collectible at the Martin Auto Museum.