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Moose · 12-01-2006, 01:44 PM

So, I received my new R&T and I'm reading the 'Ampersand' section, where new vehicles are commented on by a Mr. Mike Monticello.
Mr. Monticello raves about the styling of this...

...while calling the styling of the concept Camaro "unimaginative".

So, I wrote him.

Let's see if my comments will make the February issue.

Dear Sir/Madam,

Concerning Honda's 'Remix' concept and Mr. Monticello's comments applauding Honda's effort's while accusing the Chevrolet Camaro as "being unimaginative", may I point out that the inspiration for the new Camaro, in addition to the 1969 model, was the C6 Corvette and YF22 Raptor jet fighter airplane, two of America's most successful and impressive piece's of machinery.

Honda's 'Remix' concept looks to have taken it's inspiration from Ford (the front grill), and MOPAR (for the PT Cruiser inspired rear fender's, and Sweden, for it look's like a clog to me.

Having witnessed grown men cry at the unveiling of the concept Camaro in Detroit, as well as experience people running to the Camaro concept display at the NYIAS, I would say "being unimaginative" may not be a bad thing.

Chevrolet has evoked tears of joy with the return of one of it's most treasured models, while at Honda, the tears, not necessarily of joy, are a result of Honda combining one of it's more successful models, the CRX, with a PT Cruiser. I doubt they're tears of joy.

Man! He got my blood boiling!

*KILLER74Z28* · 12-01-2006, 01:49 PM

I can not wait to see what BS response he shoots you back.

Tran · 12-01-2006, 02:20 PM

Camaro fans unite!

to moose for giving him a piece of our minds.

Urthman · 12-01-2006, 06:53 PM

I think your response is well said and respectful at the same time as demeaning his opinion of the Camaro's great design.

Good job. I hope they print it.

alleykt123 · 12-01-2006, 09:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moose

Honda's 'Remix' concept looks … like a clog to me.

*TAG UR IT* · 12-02-2006, 01:55 AM

Very nice response, Moose. I can't believe he would be so bold as to trash the Camaro like that. I'm looking forward to his response...if he's got the guts to respond. I hope it gets printed and there are more to go along w/ yours.

alleykt123 · 12-02-2006, 11:17 PM

I just got back from the LA Auto Show where i got to encounter the Remix in person…

I just stood there and laughed because IT LOOKS LIKE A FRIGGIN' CLOG!!!

My bro had to drag me away because I just couldn't stop pointing and laughing, saying "It's a CLOG!!"

Thanks Moose, I almost got the bum's rush outta the show!

Moose · 12-04-2006, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alleykt123

I just got back from the LA Auto Show where i got to encounter the Remix in person…

I just stood there and laughed because IT LOOKS LIKE A FRIGGIN' CLOG!!!

My bro had to drag me away because I just couldn't stop pointing and laughing, saying "It's a CLOG!!"

Thanks Moose, I almost got the bum's rush outta the show!

boxmonkeyracing · 12-04-2006, 06:20 PM

hey guys this is such a great concept. it fits like a good shoe. . .that could be the slogan. (btw I hate the concept. hate a lot of jap traps).

LowRider · 12-05-2006, 11:23 AM

[QUOTE=alleykt123;3402]I just got back from the LA Auto Show where i got to encounter the Remix in person…

I just stood there and laughed because IT LOOKS LIKE A FRIGGIN' CLOG!!!

My bro had to drag me away because I just couldn't stop pointing and laughing, saying "It's a CLOG!!"

Thanks Moose, I almost got the bum's rush outta the show!

Nice one Alleykt I would have probably let a old pair of my gym shoes their at it.

This guy says alot of bs. I can't wait to see what he sends back but oh well f*** it lets just over look him. He is just pissed because GM made a better concept than his will ever be.

alleykt123 · 12-05-2006, 07:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LowRider

Nice one Alleykt I would have probably let a old pair of my gym shoes their at it.

This guy says alot of bs. I can't wait to see what he sends back but oh well f*** it lets just over look him. He is just pissed because GM made a better concept than his will ever be.

LOL!!

Well, enough people around me at the show heard my clog comments, so you know that's gonna stick in some minds and the damage will be done!

I know - BAD kitty!

Moose · 12-06-2006, 07:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alleykt123

LOL!!

Well, enough people around me at the show heard my clog comments, so you know that's gonna stick in some minds and the damage will be done!

I know - BAD kitty!

LowRider · 12-06-2006, 10:44 AM

Ya I am sure you done some damage there w/his concept.

Moose · 02-01-2007, 07:56 PM

Well, they printed my editorial! :eek:

It's in the March issue of Road & Track, under 'Your Turn', pg. 32.

12-01-2006, 01:44 PM	#1
Moose Moderator Drives: '99 Camaro SS #1392 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Newtown, Pa. Posts: 3,982	Road&Track Jan. 07 So, I received my new R&T and I'm reading the 'Ampersand' section, where new vehicles are commented on by a Mr. Mike Monticello. Mr. Monticello raves about the styling of this......while calling the styling of the concept Camaro "unimaginative". So, I wrote him. Let's see if my comments will make the February issue. Dear Sir/Madam, Concerning Honda's 'Remix' concept and Mr. Monticello's comments applauding Honda's effort's while accusing the Chevrolet Camaro as "being unimaginative", may I point out that the inspiration for the new Camaro, in addition to the 1969 model, was the C6 Corvette and YF22 Raptor jet fighter airplane, two of America's most successful and impressive piece's of machinery. Honda's 'Remix' concept looks to have taken it's inspiration from Ford (the front grill), and MOPAR (for the PT Cruiser inspired rear fender's, and Sweden, for it look's like a clog to me. Having witnessed grown men cry at the unveiling of the concept Camaro in Detroit, as well as experience people running to the Camaro concept display at the NYIAS, I would say "being unimaginative" may not be a bad thing. Chevrolet has evoked tears of joy with the return of one of it's most treasured models, while at Honda, the tears, not necessarily of joy, are a result of Honda combining one of it's more successful models, the CRX, with a PT Cruiser. I doubt they're tears of joy. Man! He got my blood boiling!

12-01-2006, 01:49 PM	#2
KILLER74Z28 MOD SQUAD Drives: 2G1FT1EW9A9100666 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: West Michigan Posts: 5,782 View My Garage	I can not wait to see what BS response he shoots you back.

12-01-2006, 02:20 PM	#3
Tran Administrator Drives: 2010 Camaro of course.... Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: NE baby Posts: 5,616 View My Garage	Camaro fans unite! to moose for giving him a piece of our minds.

12-01-2006, 06:53 PM	#4
Urthman Future Camaro Owner Drives: 2010 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4dr Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 544 View My Garage	I think your response is well said and respectful at the same time as demeaning his opinion of the Camaro's great design. Good job. I hope they print it.

12-02-2006, 01:55 AM	#6
TAG UR IT www.Camaro5store.com Drives: 2014 ZL1 #705 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SA, Texas Posts: 26,558 View My Garage	Very nice response, Moose. I can't believe he would be so bold as to trash the Camaro like that. I'm looking forward to his response...if he's got the guts to respond. I hope it gets printed and there are more to go along w/ yours.

12-02-2006, 11:17 PM	#7
alleykt123 err… MEOW! Drives: 2005 GTO Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Monrovia, CA Posts: 422	I just got back from the LA Auto Show where i got to encounter the Remix in person… I just stood there and laughed because IT LOOKS LIKE A FRIGGIN' CLOG!!! My bro had to drag me away because I just couldn't stop pointing and laughing, saying "It's a CLOG!!" Thanks Moose, I almost got the bum's rush outta the show!

12-05-2006, 11:23 AM	#10
LowRider LowRider Drives: 1992 Camaro Z28 & 1996 S-10 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: WV Posts: 390	[QUOTE=alleykt123;3402]I just got back from the LA Auto Show where i got to encounter the Remix in person… I just stood there and laughed because IT LOOKS LIKE A FRIGGIN' CLOG!!! My bro had to drag me away because I just couldn't stop pointing and laughing, saying "It's a CLOG!!" Thanks Moose, I almost got the bum's rush outta the show! Nice one Alleykt I would have probably let a old pair of my gym shoes their at it. This guy says alot of bs. I can't wait to see what he sends back but oh well f*** it lets just over look him. He is just pissed because GM made a better concept than his will ever be.

12-06-2006, 10:44 AM	#13
LowRider LowRider Drives: 1992 Camaro Z28 & 1996 S-10 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: WV Posts: 390	Ya I am sure you done some damage there w/his concept.

02-01-2007, 07:56 PM	#14
Moose Moderator Drives: '99 Camaro SS #1392 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Newtown, Pa. Posts: 3,982	Well, they printed my editorial! :eek: It's in the March issue of Road & Track, under 'Your Turn', pg. 32.