$250,000 for the first Camaro ZL1 at Barrett-Jackson Auction

Here we have the 2012 Camaro ZL1, which is powered by a 6.2L Supercharged V8 that makes a jaw dropping 580 horsepower and 556 ft lbs of torque. Hold on to your seats!

The very first Camaro ZL1 to roll off the assembly line was auctioned off at the famous Barrett-Jackson Auction, and it quickly went for a cool quarter of a million dollars. The auction, which was held in Las Vegas, had the ZL1 on display to much anticipation of the audience.

The 2012 Camaro ZL1 is the most powerful factory Camaro ever offered. This Camaro will be available early 2012, and is anticipated to go for around $50,000 - which is an incredible bargain.

The lucky owner of the 2012 Camaro ZL1, was Rick Hendricks, from Hendricks Motorsports, who owns Hendricks Automotive, which is one of the largest automotive dealers in the country. Even though he won the auction, he has to pay now, but still won't take ownership of the ZL1 until early 2012. Bummer Rick!

The engine comes from the 6.2L Supercharged V8 found in the Cadillac CTS-V, but makes about 24 more horsepower due to improvements made to the supercharger, intercooler and intake. This car will be offered with the tried and true 6 speed manual or 6 speed automatic.

The 2012 Camaro ZL1 sets the standard for pony car wars. Your move Ford and Chrysler.