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drew peacock · 11-25-2015, 10:14 PM

blind spots?

no blind spots for me..only problem i have is the long hood and high speedo gauges..have to push my head up when doing manouvers in car parks

scandata · 11-25-2015, 10:47 PM

Unless you're getting a vert. It's well-documented that the '11s and '12s leaked water into the rear foot well. Chevy did a recall and replaced the drainage system, but that doesn't mean you won't get one with pre-recall water damage.

lawman007 · 11-25-2015, 11:32 PM

They're exactly the same dude! The only difference is whether they seperate you from your money this year or next year. It's strictly a marketing gimmick to sell cars. Anyone tells you different is FOS. You really think they have the capitol to retool each year? Think about it.

rontammy0 · 11-27-2015, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by hazy

I prefer the '11.

No mylink (bonus for me, and future reliability), better steering wheel (imo...), different gauge font...so basically the cooler features of the '10 model year, but with HUD and backup sensors (which are also on late-model '10s). Also no electric assist power steering - not sure when that came about.

I agree...I have other vehicles with versions of my link.Its kinda nice getting into a car thats a little retro without a big screen facing you. The hud is great.

Vroom_vroom · 11-28-2015, 05:08 AM

Personally the big ass touch screen looks out of place in the camaros.

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BlkCamaroVert · 11-28-2015, 05:36 AM

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Originally Posted by z28-conv

The issue with blind spots is because the driver didn't set their side view/rear view mirrors correctly. I don't have blind spots with my car and it is also a convertible. Just make sure you set your mirrors properly and that will not be an issue

Good luck with your homework and purchase. When you finally purchase your car post a picture of it and welcome to the family. Just remember once you join the family you can never leave :big grin:LOL
Also on the '12 and ups we have rear view cameras for backing up.

I can't believe how many people I know who don't know how to adjust their mirrors properly or can't parallel park. Didn't everyone have to take Driver's Education? Or did they skip that class?

MBS · 11-28-2015, 10:25 AM

The way to set up your side mirrors are that you should not be able to see the side of your car without leaning into the mirror . Hope that helps

xstuntman · 11-28-2015, 10:56 AM

The '12s with V6/autos have torque converter issues. If i wanted a V6 auto i'd be looking at the '13 model years.

MrChrisLS3 · 11-28-2015, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by MBS

The way to set up your side mirrors are that you should not be able to see the side of your car without leaning into the mirror . Hope that helps

I have my mirrors set so that just as a vehicle is passing out of sight in the rear view, it comes into view in the side view, and it remains in side view until I can see through the window without having to turn my head. At no point is a vehicle approaching and passing on either side out of view.

BlkCamaroVert · 11-28-2015, 04:59 PM

I use these I got at Autozone (cheaper) and they help a lot. http://www.amazon.com/CIPA-49702-Hot.../dp/B00029WVIS

LynxSSavage · 11-30-2015, 09:06 AM

If you buy the concept mirrors, the mirror glass is curved and cuts the blind spot all the way from what I am hearing about them.

http://oraclelights.com/automotive-l...t-Side-Mirrors

11-25-2015, 10:47 PM	#30
scandata Drives: 2015 2SS/RS vert, Spring Green Edtn Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Sarasota, FL Posts: 1,284	Unless you're getting a vert. It's well-documented that the '11s and '12s leaked water into the rear foot well. Chevy did a recall and replaced the drainage system, but that doesn't mean you won't get one with pre-recall water damage. __________________ 2015 2SS/RS vert, Spring Edition Green Flash (2015 - present) 2014 1LT vert, Blue Ray Metallic (2014 - 2015)

11-25-2015, 11:32 PM	#31
lawman007 Panama-Gulf War Vet Drives: '11 SW 1LT/RS 6M Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: From Carmichael, CA to Matthews, NC 01/2021 Posts: 769	They're exactly the same dude! The only difference is whether they seperate you from your money this year or next year. It's strictly a marketing gimmick to sell cars. Anyone tells you different is FOS. You really think they have the capitol to retool each year? Think about it. __________________

11-28-2015, 05:08 AM	#33
Vroom_vroom The gritos pollo!!! Drives: Like a idiot Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 1,215 View My Garage	Personally the big ass touch screen looks out of place in the camaros. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ ______ If you don't stop how can they give you a ticket?-The Big Tuna___ '12 1Ls Camaro; Slp loud mouth I\|maganflow x-pipe\|Injen long ram intake\|brembo brake upgrade\| russell s.s. lines\|2LT polished 19's\|billet 5mm spacers\|tinted tail lights&markers\|pdmi\|billet c. can\| '13 Avenger R/T '77 T/A 6.6;, draining my wallet.

11-28-2015, 10:56 AM	#36
xstuntman Drives: 2012 Victory Red LFX Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: west central Texas Posts: 1,310	The '12s with V6/autos have torque converter issues. If i wanted a V6 auto i'd be looking at the '13 model years. __________________ 2018 SS wheels, red Heritage grille, actual driving lights, ZL1 strut tower brace, GM Performance billet aluminum fuel door, front grille Bowtie delete, painted red rotors and calipers, 1/4 window American Flags, splash guards, AEM dry panel air filter.

11-30-2015, 09:06 AM	#39
LynxSSavage The Angry Orc Drives: 2011 Cyber Grey Metallic Camaro SS Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Boston Posts: 100	If you buy the concept mirrors, the mirror glass is curved and cuts the blind spot all the way from what I am hearing about them. http://oraclelights.com/automotive-l...t-Side-Mirrors __________________ Last edited by LynxSSavage; 11-30-2015 at 09:07 AM. Reason: added link

11-25-2015, 10:14 PM	#29
drew peacock Banned Drives: 2012 2SS INFERNO ORANGE Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: sweden Posts: 1,843	blind spots? no blind spots for me..only problem i have is the long hood and high speedo gauges..have to push my head up when doing manouvers in car parks

11-28-2015, 10:25 AM	#35
MBS Drives: 2010 rs 2lt Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: wisconsin Posts: 2,497	The way to set up your side mirrors are that you should not be able to see the side of your car without leaning into the mirror . Hope that helps

11-28-2015, 04:59 PM	#38
BlkCamaroVert Drives: '11 2SS/RS L99 Vert IO Interior Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: FL Posts: 296	I use these I got at Autozone (cheaper) and they help a lot. http://www.amazon.com/CIPA-49702-Hot.../dp/B00029WVIS