WR TV: 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible

Cars, Reviews I By Winding Road Staff I August 27, 2014
Today we’re behind the wheel of Chevrolet’s pony car contender. The Camaro received a refresh for the 2014 model year that includes revised front and rear fascia styling, new headlamps and taillamps, and a new SS hood that draws inspiration from the heat extractors first seen on the 2012 Camaro ZL1.
 
Our tester couldn’t be better suited for summer cruising, equipped with a power convertible top, a 426 horsepower 6.2-liter V8, a six-speed manual transmission and a dual mode active exhaust system. Upping the ante even further is the Spring Special Edition options package, which includes 21-inch wheels, the RS appearance package, the rear spoiler from the ZL1 model and a blue leather interior with white accents.
 
In this trifecta of videos we begin by taking an in-depth look at the sights and sounds of refreshed Camaro (including that superb performance exhaust system), then we hit the road to get a feel for this ragtop’s road manners. As an added bonus, we took the opportunity afforded by the temperate weather we’re experiencing to head out after dark to enjoy an evening cruise as well:
 

 

 

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