12-21-2006, 03:07 PM | #15 |
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Camaro Convertible preview... exactly what you'd expect
Posted Dec 21st 2006 9:19AM by Alex Nunez Filed under: Concept Cars, Detroit Auto Show, Convertibles, Chevrolet Early next month, when GM opens up their stand at the Detroit Auto Show, expect to see a concept version of the new Camaro Convertible front and center. While the Camaro's debut at last year's show was a surprise, there are leaks aplenty surrounding the 'vert. So, while it wont exactly be a shocker when it appears, it'll still have our tongues wagging. The Car Connection, who has the story, mentions that when the Coupe finally bows, we can expect to see 6- and 8-cylinder (obviously) versions. We've heard juicy rumors from inside sources about a potential horsepower figure beginning with "5" for the top-of-the-line Z28/SS/whatever-they'll-name-it. This would make complete sense since the Shelby GT500 dishes out as much, and the Camaro will need to be able to run with (or past) the pony to keep the base happy. In the meantime, we're counting down the days to January 7, when we'll (hopefully) get to see the purported convertible in person. [Source: the Car Connection] |
12-22-2006, 04:03 AM | #16 | |
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This is EXACTLY the kind of news we need to hear!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I just pray to God that their "inside sources" are true inside sources and not people spreading rumors. I hope they're telling the truth. IMO, they hit the nail on the head when they compared to the GT500. If GM does want to keep up and be ahead of the competition, it's time for them to step up and not put out 345hp top of the line Camaros. It's time to take the lead. It's time to show everyone what GM can do. It's time to show them what GM WILL DO. Bring it GM. |
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12-22-2006, 06:50 AM | #17 |
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all I got to say is why render it in purple? and I'm excited to hear the top of the line with a rumored 5somethin hp rating. I would still say a 480 would still out run the gt500. that thing weights as much as my neighbors f-150. lol.
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12-22-2006, 08:15 AM | #18 |
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im not a big convertable fan. i always thought that camaos and trans ams looked a little weird in a rag top. i think 2 seater cars look better as verts.
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12-28-2006, 02:25 PM | #19 |
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i would like a convertable with an retractable hardtop, the benefits of both a convertable and a coupe.
I dont have a garage, but then i would buy one of those for sure :P |
02-11-2007, 03:21 PM | #20 |
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Hey everyone, I'm new here. I've been cruising the forums for a couple months and figured I might as well register and post I'm here so often.
Just wanted to say "Thank Goodness!" after seeing the cover of that Autoweek magazine. After GM unveiled the Camaro Convertible, I couldn't help thinking "what the hell is up with the windshield surround? Why in god's name is it Silver? It doesn't match at all! I really wasn't digging it. Now that I'm looking at some photos here though, it's nice to see that it's the body-colour. Looks alot better I think. It just seemed so out of place earlier. Namrepus28 |
08-19-2007, 09:19 PM | #21 |
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I think it is because one of the camaro convertibles came in purple, not sure what model, but I am sure it was a 1st gen camaro
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did anyone else notice how it said "Ford Mustang SEDAN plans"....
is ford going the way of dodge and makin a 4 door stang so they can further their goal to sell one to EVERYONE?
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08-19-2007, 11:04 PM | #23 | |
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I dug a little into that, and here's what I found in Autoweek...
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^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
as I've said before, Ford Sells Cars GM MAKES them god, its rediculous how ford just doesnt realize that not everyone wants a car called "mustang" you could make it look like the camaro, maybe then you'd sell more units, cus we all know thats all you give a damn about is makin profit off an underpowered, overrated pos, so you can offer craploads of diff versions... "ooooh, get the 'pony package', its got a spoiler, its still a v-6, but look now ur different from everyone...except those others that are sucked in the same way." "ooh, look, now we're offering a supercharger so you can spend $7k more for this car and only get 400 hp at the flywheel, so what if the new camaro is going to have that N/A? its not coming out for another year, so you should get a mustang now before its too late" damn I hate ford... sorry, just venting. no offense to you mustang owners here, i know the Camaro isnt perfect either, but fords marketing plan has just pushed me over the edge and it sucks cus w still have to wait for the new camaro.
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08-19-2007, 11:56 PM | #25 |
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In their, defense...and I'm running right into your sights, i realize...Ford is in Serious Trouble. it's not reported anymore, cause it's "old news", but as much as we might think Gm was in trouble, and is recovering...Ford is in deeper, and isn't recovering as fast...I should hope that they think about Profits (for a while).
Having said that, If I was a Ford follower, instead of a GM supporter...(see what I did there? ), I'd honor the Mustang as much as I could. cause it put Ford from the red, back into the yellow-green area...without the Mustang, I have strong feelings it would be a BIG 1.5 right now... and look to happier places...spend the same 7k...maybe less, and you could get near 600hp easy at the Flywheel in the Camaro :eek: |
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Ford is in trouble. In all honesty, I hope they make a recovery. I like the Big American 3. We need some good competition.
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really its a .5 now cus all there is is the mustang and its not all that great.
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Ford needs to bring over some of it's European and Australian lineup. Not the Fiesta or the Ka, but the Focus and Mondeo would sell well. I'm sure the Falcon is on its way, what with the G8 and Impala joining the Charger and 300C.
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