20 Shocking Secrets About the Chevy 302 Z/28 You Didn’t Know! (Homologation Tricks Inside)

Rare Old Engines October 28, 2025
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Ever wondered how Chevrolet created a racing engine that was technically illegal yet sold to the public, outsmarting Ford and rewriting the rulebook of American performance? In this video, we uncover the incredible story of the Chevrolet 302 Z/28 engine - a Frankenstein creation born from late-night engineering sessions and rulebook manipulation. From secret pistons that cost more than complete engines to carburetors with hidden date codes, we reveal twenty shocking secrets about this screaming 8,000 RPM monster that dominated Trans Am racing. You'll discover why Chevrolet lied about its horsepower, how racing teams got special parts through back channels, and why this barely street-legal engine required race gas, constant maintenance, and a commitment to keeping the revs high. This is the untold story of how Chevrolet built the most radical homologation special ever sold to the American public. #musclecar #chevrolet #racing #classiccar #automotive