1982 Chevrolet Camaro Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The 1982 Chevrolet Camaro had the third-ever total redesign of the model. The exterior was completely redone to give a leaner, meaner look to Chevrolet's signature muscle car. It weighed about 500 pounds less than the 1981 version, yet retained the creature comforts desired by its drivers.
The interior had new comfortable bucket seats and a redesigned dash with easy-to-read gauges. The car was so popular that it was selected as the pace car for the Indy 500. The '82 Camaro seemed to herald great success for third generation of the car.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro
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by Nathan S
May 31, 2013
Its a great fun car, great performance and braking because of great upgrades. Custom repaint and some comfort upgrades to the interior. Being a performance v8 it does get pretty good gas mileage for what it is. overall this is a gret fun carMay 31, 2013
by Kathy S
May 20, 2011
I was excited to own a Camaro, but was quickly disappointed. It had a rough ride and was noisy for a new car - a little like driving a truck. I love the classic Camaro's and the newest models are beautiful, but the in-between years are a let-down.May 20, 2011
by Anonymous
Nov 09, 2010
I have had this car for just over a year and a half. And I do have
to say that I love it. When I bought this car is was from an old
lady in Bowling Green KY. Since then I have had to but in a new
transmission, and a new engine...twice!! And all of this
happened right before I actually started to drive it! But thats not
the point. I love this car. It has always been good to me. Nov 09, 2010
User rating:
by Nathan S
May 31, 2013
Its a great fun car, great performance and braking because of great upgrades. Custom repaint and some comfort upgrades to the interior. Being a performance v8 it does get pretty good gas mileage for what it is. overall this is a gret fun carMay 31, 2013
by Kathy S
May 20, 2011
I was excited to own a Camaro, but was quickly disappointed. It had a rough ride and was noisy for a new car - a little like driving a truck. I love the classic Camaro's and the newest models are beautiful, but the in-between years are a let-down.May 20, 2011
by Anonymous
Nov 09, 2010
I have had this car for just over a year and a half. And I do have
to say that I love it. When I bought this car is was from an old
lady in Bowling Green KY. Since then I have had to but in a new
transmission, and a new engine...twice!! And all of this
happened right before I actually started to drive it! But thats not
the point. I love this car. It has always been good to me. Nov 09, 2010
by Gary T
Nov 04, 2010
It is so much fun to drive.I have always loved this body style Camaro.The 2 tone, the graphic's. Many people say they didn't even know they made replica pace car's.Mine isnt stock under the hood, sound's healthy. My dad had one of these and he wish he had it back.Nov 04, 2010
by Jason B
Aug 05, 2010
This car was a monster.Fast as heck and handling wasnt bad.Didnt need a single thing when i owned it not even rust on it.Appearance was ok with the interior needing some work and the car needing a paint job but.Very expensive on insurance inless you get collector car insurance and you can just watch your gas guage needle drop driving around the city.All in all this car was awesome and i would buy another one any day.Aug 05, 2010
by Anonymous
May 06, 2010
My car is great! For some of the cars that are out today the gas
milage is fair. It was built to last, all except for the engine. I am
currently getting the Engine rebuilt. It had a knocking, turns out
its just a regular engine, they get tired after awhile. This is a fun
car to drive, very comfortable, and very efficient. I will probably
never get rid of this car. May 06, 2010
by Peter S
Apr 21, 2010
I love this car looks good has good power and its american. I like all the detail and it is not so big or so small its good. It is fun to drive. Yes its cool. I like all most all american cars.Apr 21, 2010
by Nathan K
Sep 21, 2009
I love the looks i get in my Camaro and everyone always wants a ride :) I love how the color changes from midnight blue to black at night, the car is extremely fun to dive as well. Over all this car is sweet!Sep 21, 2009
by Tammy C
Aug 16, 2009
amazing performance great acceleration awsome gas mileage this car is fun to drive asome performance no repairs cost of owner ship is awsome its afordable yes its a fun car to drive especily on trips love the color on my carAug 16, 2009
by Paul W
Aug 10, 2009
Very fun to drive, handles like a champion, enough power to throw you back a bit. Very sleek looking, comfy, ass-kicking machine. Gas mileage kinda sucks tho (17ish) but its more about smiles per gallon than miles per gallon. Get oneAug 10, 2009
by Todd S
Jul 13, 2009
good excelleration, decent braking, handles good, rides a little rough. built with alot of plastic, t-tops leak. exterior styling couldn't have been better, except t bars tend to rust. gas milage is about 14-18 mpg depending on how you drive it, easy to maintain, car is really fun to driveJul 13, 2009
by Joshua B
Dec 28, 2008
I love this car. Wouldn't suggest owning it but I love it. A lil beaten up and the engine is shot. Currently I am rebuilding a larger motor and pretty much gutting this car. Eventually this will be the car I would recommend.Dec 28, 2008
by Aaron H
Jul 02, 2008
This car had went under a full restoration and was complete about 3 years ago. Engine was rebuilt and bored 0.30 over. The gas mileage was pretty good considering it's a V8 car. It was a fun car to drive. I would recommend a friend to give a car like this a try and see what they think. Sadly this car is out of commission due to a electrical fire under the hood. This car might get repaired and be back on the road again.Jul 02, 2008
by Blake M
Jun 29, 2008
was a decent car when i first got it. Then i put a crate motor in it and it was a great car.Jun 29, 2008
by Kelly S
Apr 13, 2008
I got it out of a barn, literally. It is in surprisingly good shape for the abuse it received. Best of all it is a true Indy 500 Pace CarApr 13, 2008
by Mitch T
Feb 25, 2008
Has a 350 under the hood but it's an automatic. Still a blast to driveFeb 25, 2008
by Ryan S
Feb 03, 2008
Engine: 350cui
Trans: Turbo 350
Even though the engine was leaking constantly and had some troubles starting occasionally. It never died on me.Feb 03, 2008
by Doug V
Dec 17, 2007
This was my second car I ever owned. I was only 18 and foolish, but I still miss this car. It drove like a race car and turned corners like it was on rails. It was simply a blast to drive. But like most Chevrolet's I've owned, it broke down frequently. If I wasn't in love with it as much as I was I wouldn't have kept it for so long (4 years).Dec 17, 2007
1982 Chevrolet Camaro Pricing
Original MSRP
$8,045 to $10,114Price range
N/AAverage price on CG
N/AYoY price change
N/ATrims & specs
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
