1984 Chevrolet Camaro Reviews, Pricing & Specs

Stylish in the 80s, but it does not have a classic look that would grab attention today. The unique attribute of the early 80s was the T-tops. Removing the glass panels was quick, but they took up the entire storage area which was very inconvenient. The 305 small block V8 only made 150hp, but performance was good for the time. Exhaust was well tuned and produced nice low rumble. The 4-speed automatic transmission was weak link as it began to slip after only 3 years and soon had to be rebuilt, of course after the warranty expired. Overall it was a fun car and held its value through the 80s but fuel economy was very poor, averaging around 12 – 13 mpg around town. Jan 06, 2012

Acceleration is amazing, brakes need some work and handling is decent but has room to grow. As with any older car, especially american cars, it has some quality issues. I love the edgy styling though it could use new paint and some updated seats. Maintenance is very low, however it does take a fair amount of fuel as you'd expect. The fun factor is a 12/10.Apr 01, 2010

Performance- My transmission was never 100% from the start so I never got its full potential. But for a V-8 I felt it was pretty slow. Build Quality-The only thing that was bad were the T-tops. They leaked BAD! so if you ever buy one test it with a hose or check it out after a rainy night. Apperance-After I painted the racing stripes, the grill and rims black it looked good and unique. I also tinted the rear window, before that it just looked ok. Cost-Passing smog killed me...$500 later it finally passed. Other than that gas milage was ok. Fun Factor-SO fun! Ill never forget fishtailing around every turn in the rain never being able to get traction.Feb 01, 2009

Well, the t-tops after awhile start to leak, but then again, every car that has any type of opening in the roof does. The car (although it's an automatic) is probably one of the most fun cars (if not THE MOST FUN) car i've ever driven. It definitely get's terrible gas mileage. i've put a flowmaster muffler on her, and an elelbrock carb and air filter. She's got a ton of torque and a decent amount of power through the gears. But she's not one of the cars that will shred rubber without doing a brake-stand. Anyway, overall, i love this car, fishtailing around turns is so fun. the car doesn't overexaggerate any drifts and she's not hard at all to spin sideways (as long as you know what you're doing). Sep 04, 2008

This camaro as most 84 camaro's has a 305 engine, its has alot of acceleration, braking is good, handing is a little loose but when your going as fast as you can they i guess it would be, i have put alot 800 into it and i dont regret a penny of it, its looks great, as for gas, like i said its a 305 V8 so not very good on gas, but does okay as long as you keep your foot out of it. Jul 29, 2008

I bought this car for $700. It had no radio and was a mix-match of interior parts and colors. The best part was the engine. A 350 small block with a 5-speed tranny and a posi rear end made this thing the fastest car I've driven/owned. The only problem was the clutch. It was near impossible to get the biting point into first gear, but once you got her moving she didn't want to stop. I had to sell her for parts when I ran out of money to fix her up :*(Apr 20, 2008

This is my first car. Started out as a beater for a father-son project. While in high school we swapped in a LS1/4L60E combo to perk it up. Wheels and paint were added that summer 'bout a week before the '05 Power Tour, and it's been on at least one leg of the Tour ever since. As they say, your never done with a hot rod, so I'll continue tweaking it to my specs. It does all right at the drag strip. Let's just say it'll beat my dad's 'StangJan 07, 2008

Handling is superb- especially after you add new bilsteins or kyb's. power was ok w/305 if you like chasing turtles.... But add a built 350 with a med. cam and flat top pistons, great heads, a dbl pmp. 650 holley, airgap, and some headers plus..etc etc.- the way it was intended...it's much better than stock. Comfort: All controls, windows, gauges, shifter, radio and arm rest style and location are perfect. Switch to newer year camaro seats. Add IROC 16" wheels. Add a beefed up 700R4 rebuild- put 3.42 gears in the rear end. ALL like I did.... Other wise stock.. no big deal--but still one of the best. Oct 07, 2007