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Enlarge Photo Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s heritage inspired design of the 2010 Camaro gives us the Dale Jr. Camaro Concept debuting at SEMA.  The Dale Jr. Camaro concept started life a Camaro SS that used the standard 6.2L V-8, but modified to use E85. Taking advantage of E85's favorable octane rating, the engine was calibrated to deliver a few extra horsepower, with the exhaust exiting through GM Performance Parts' new headers. It's backed by the SS's available six-speed manual transmission and GM Accessories' short-throw Hurst shifter. Additional performance enhancements include a Brembo brake package and a lowered ride height, giving Dale Jr.'s Camaro a sleeker look to match its road-hugging capability. A custom gray-over-white paint scheme blends the high-performance drivetrain with serious style. It is accented with an orange stripe separating the gray and white sections. Also generating attention on the exterior is a set of 21-inch, five-spoke wheels inspired by the Camaro Convertible Concept. They feature dark-painted center sections on the spokes that complement the body's gray color. The wheels are wrapped in Pirelli P-Zero ZR-rated performance tires. Enlarge Photo2008 SEMA Chevrolet Camaro Dale Jr. - 2010 Chevrolet Camaro intEnlarge PhotoChevrolet Camaro Dale Earnhardt Jr. ConceptEnlarge PhotoChevrolet Camaro Dale Earnhardt Jr. ConceptEnlarge PhotoChevy Accessories Camaro 21-inch Concept WheelEnlarge PhotoChevy Accessories Camaro 21-inch Concept WheelEnlarge Photo   Additional exterior details include: Chevy Accessories grille Chevy Accessories ground effects and rear diffuser Chevy Accessories exhaust system Early Camaro-style "dovetail" rear spoiler Production high-intensity discharge headlamps Production RS taillamps Similarly, the interior is outfitted for performance and style, including: Custom-trimmed leather-and-suede-covered seats with accent stitching Leather-trimmed steering wheel, shift knob, door armrests and center console lid, with accent stitching Carbon-fiber treatment on the instrument panel and door panel inserts Racing-style aluminum pedals Production-optional four-pack auxiliary gauge cluster Revised gauge cluster with unique graphics and colors Custom sill plates Dale Jr. also specified Chevy Accessories' upgraded audio system for the Camaro, which is matched with a Boston Acoustics speaker system, including amps and subwoofers.