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Hennessey Performance Engineering has begun production of the 2010 HPE550 Camaro to satisfy those who just can’t wait any longer for Chevy to resurrect the Z28. Through simple modifications including the addition of a Magnuson/Hennessey supercharger system, a Corsa stainless-steel exhaust system and custom engine-management calibration, the HPE550 adds to the 426-hp, 6.2-liter V8 Camaro SS, allowing it to produce 562 horsepower and 557 lb-ft or torque. According to Hennessey, this allows the car to reach 60 mph in 4.1 seconds and a quarter-mile in 12.1 seconds at 119 mph, on street tires. With several other available add-ons, including a half-day performance driving course at Lonestar Motorsports Park, the HPE550 package will run you about $15k for the powertrain upgrades alone. Still, a 562-hp Camaro for well under $50k…not bad.