Original Chevy Camaro Gets A Tasteful LS7 Build Making Over 600 HP

The classic muscle car look is completed by the racing stripes that are said to represent the gray elements in the mill.

Under the hood is anLS7 naturally-aspirated engine, which, on the dyno, registered 618 horsepower and 541 lb-ft of torque. A Tremec T56 Magnum six-speed manual transmission sends all that power from theLS-swapped engineto the 9-inch rear end.

The build rides on Forgedline DE3S wheels wrapped around 245/35R19 tires for the front and 305/35R19 tires for the rear. Additionally, the stopping power is delivered by the Wilwood brakes.

On the outside, Vinny decided to go for many custom exterior bits, including the custom grille from Darell Johnson. The no-front bumper finish and Vision X headlights complete it.

The Infinity custom taillights are another interesting part of the exterior, which light up with a 3D effect.

The interior is also said to be fully customized, with the seats sourced from a 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. As an ex-airline pilot, Vinny integrated an instrument panel similar to a World War II airplane cockpit. While the gauges look old school, the Momo steering gives off a modern project car appeal.

Chevrolet willdiscontinue the Camaro in 2024, but at least the nameplate that has spanned for six generations has shown us what a true muscle car is. And thanks to guys like Vinny, we get to see builds that should encourage carrying the Camaro's legacy.