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What materials were originally used to make a camaro?

First-Generation Camaros (1967-1969)

The first-generation Camaros were built on the GM F-body platform, which was shared with the Pontiac Firebird. The bodies of these cars were made of steel, with fiberglass used for the front and rear bumpers and the hood.

1967 Camaro Z28

Second-Generation Camaros (1970-1981)

The second-generation Camaros were also built on the GM F-body platform, but they were larger and heavier than their predecessors. The bodies of these cars were also made of steel, but they incorporated more fiberglass than the first-generation Camaros. The front and rear bumpers, the hood, and the fenders were all made of fiberglass.

Third-Generation Camaros (1982-1992)

The third-generation Camaros were a major departure from the previous generations. They were built on a new platform that was shared with the Pontiac Firebird. The bodies of these cars were made of a combination of steel and fiberglass. The front and rear bumpers, the hood, and the fenders were all made of fiberglass.

Fourth-Generation Camaros (1993-2002)

The fourth-generation Camaros were built on the GM F-body platform, which was shared with the Pontiac Firebird. The bodies of these cars were made of a combination of steel and fiberglass. The front and rear bumpers, the hood, and the fenders were all made of fiberglass.

Fifth-Generation Camaros (2010-present)

The fifth-generation Camaros are built on the GM Alpha platform, which is also used by the Cadillac ATS and CTS. The bodies of these cars are made of a combination of steel, aluminum, and magnesium. The front and rear bumpers, the hood, and the fenders are all made of composite materials.