Hoonigan Camaro Flaunts 1,000 Horsepower Crate Engine at SEMA
Built in just three weeks, the Hoonigan third-gen Camaro sports Chevy’s new $37,000 632 cubic-inch 1,000 horsepower crate engine.
Just a few short weeks ago, we brought you the story of the new Chevrolet Performance ZZ632 Big Block Crate Engine. The 10.4-liter brute makes an astonishing 1,000 horsepower on pump gas. Additionally, it costs a cool $37,758. Obviously, this engine isn’t for everyone. It’s reserved for those who like to race and those who want to party big-displacement style.
It only makes sense, then, that the very first production ZZ632 engine wound up in the hands of Hoonigan. Their chassis of choice for its new home is this gorgeous third-generation Chevrolet Camaro Z/28. What’s even more remarkable, though, is the incredibly short build time for this project.
The vehicle is currently on display at the 2021 SEMA show. If you’re familiar with SEMA, you’re likely familiar with the fact that there is no shortage of projects on display that got finished very rapidly. Many vehicles found at SEMA are still in pieces just days before the show.
Additionally, it’s not uncommon to catch a whiff of some not-so-cured paint when trudging through the convention center. The Hoonigan Camaro, though, takes it to a more extreme level.
This car was built in only 21 days after Chevrolet provided Hoonigan with both the first ZZ632/1000 crate engine and this beautifully maintained Camaro. Additionally, Hoonigan has been documenting the entire build on their Youtube channel.
Track-Ready Weapon, Extreme Time Budget
Over the course of that 21-day build, this Camaro went very heavily under the knife. It goes far beyond the scope of an engine swap.
Replacing the original suspension setup to aid the third-gen Camaro in its handling is a four-link suspension setup and a complete Coilover conversion. Not only does this give the car its aggressive and attractive ride height, but it also makes the Camaro the track weapon it always should have been. Now, this 1,000 horsepower beast is ready to conquer racing conditions, whether they are a road course or a straight line.
Obviously, an engine outputting 1,000 horsepower requires a lot of supporting modifications to tame it. First and foremost is getting the power to the ground. Hoonigan and their crew went with a cult classic in running American Racing wheels on this Camaro.
Additionally, a set of grippy 305 wide tires keeps traction in check. Though, if you wanted to burn them off (it’s Hoonigan, so they will), it’s going to have zero problems doing so.
This build is truly symbolic of everything that makes SEMA great. It’s a perfect combination of aesthetic and insane. Furthermore, the short build time is representative of the fact that many people work better under pressure.
If an insane 1,000 horsepower car built in less than a month doesn’t perfectly capture the essence of SEMA, then nothing will. For a closer look at this awesome Camaro, take a look through the gallery and our walk-around video below!
Photos: Michael Palmer
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