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garagelogic · 05-12-2009, 05:15 PM

Well, I just saw this thread and noticed my name was in it, so I feel obligated to post something. First and foremost, thanks to those of you who realize that I am not on this forum to poke fun at, run down or simply trivialize the Camaro in any way.

Yes, I do post a lot in threads that have to do with Mustangs, but it’s not to try and put the Mustang on some pedestal or to say that the Mustang is superior to the Camaro. If you will take note, almost all of my posts in regards to the Mustang were either corrections to an errant post someone else made in regards to the vehicle or an expression of my own personal experience with the Mustangs I own/have owned.

Of course, just because I currently drive a Ford, that does not mean I’m lacking in knowledge about other makes and models of vehicles. In fact, I’d say that my knowledge of all things Camaro is second only to my understanding of all things Mustang. I have wrenched on 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th generation Camaro’s till my knuckles bled and have probably forgotten more about those engines/drivetrains than many of the younger members on this site will ever know. Some of you guys act like I automatically know nothing about the Camaro nor appreciate its history because I’ve yet to have one in my garage.

I am on this site because I, too, have been missed the Camaro in the GM lineup and I would guess that I am almost as excited as anyone on these forums to see its return to the market. That being said, that does not mean I will refrain from posting my opinions and observations about the car, both good and bad. I try to be as honest as I can in my posts, and I have no problem accepting what we all might agree are shortcomings on each car we discuss. Case in point, the interior in my 2006 GTO, IMHO, was better than the interior in my current GT500. The n/a LS2 in that car was much stronger than the n/a power-plant in my 2005 Mustang GT. I never liked the big grille-mounted foglights on the 2005-2009 Mustang Gt and I like them even less on the 2010 re-skin.

To the OP, I understand what you are trying to say, but the title of your thread makes it sound as if you want some forum insulated from any comments about the Camaro that are remotely negative or that might detract from the vehicle in any way. In addition, you make it sound like the source of the negativity is from members on this board who own/drive a car other than a Camaro. Just a cursory review of the posts will reveal that the vast majority of the comments you feel are detrimental to the Camaro are being made by people that are current or prospective 2010 Camaro owners or folks who have a passion for the model. Do you think those people, although Camaro owners, would simply remain silent and not address their perceived shortcomings/issues with the car? If so, you need to get out and experience reality, my friend.

05-12-2009, 05:15 PM	#117
garagelogic Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Shelby GT500 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Tennessee Posts: 1,686 View My Garage	Well, I just saw this thread and noticed my name was in it, so I feel obligated to post something. First and foremost, thanks to those of you who realize that I am not on this forum to poke fun at, run down or simply trivialize the Camaro in any way. Yes, I do post a lot in threads that have to do with Mustangs, but it’s not to try and put the Mustang on some pedestal or to say that the Mustang is superior to the Camaro. If you will take note, almost all of my posts in regards to the Mustang were either corrections to an errant post someone else made in regards to the vehicle or an expression of my own personal experience with the Mustangs I own/have owned. Of course, just because I currently drive a Ford, that does not mean I’m lacking in knowledge about other makes and models of vehicles. In fact, I’d say that my knowledge of all things Camaro is second only to my understanding of all things Mustang. I have wrenched on 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th generation Camaro’s till my knuckles bled and have probably forgotten more about those engines/drivetrains than many of the younger members on this site will ever know. Some of you guys act like I automatically know nothing about the Camaro nor appreciate its history because I’ve yet to have one in my garage. I am on this site because I, too, have been missed the Camaro in the GM lineup and I would guess that I am almost as excited as anyone on these forums to see its return to the market. That being said, that does not mean I will refrain from posting my opinions and observations about the car, both good and bad. I try to be as honest as I can in my posts, and I have no problem accepting what we all might agree are shortcomings on each car we discuss. Case in point, the interior in my 2006 GTO, IMHO, was better than the interior in my current GT500. The n/a LS2 in that car was much stronger than the n/a power-plant in my 2005 Mustang GT. I never liked the big grille-mounted foglights on the 2005-2009 Mustang Gt and I like them even less on the 2010 re-skin. To the OP, I understand what you are trying to say, but the title of your thread makes it sound as if you want some forum insulated from any comments about the Camaro that are remotely negative or that might detract from the vehicle in any way. In addition, you make it sound like the source of the negativity is from members on this board who own/drive a car other than a Camaro. Just a cursory review of the posts will reveal that the vast majority of the comments you feel are detrimental to the Camaro are being made by people that are current or prospective 2010 Camaro owners or folks who have a passion for the model. Do you think those people, although Camaro owners, would simply remain silent and not address their perceived shortcomings/issues with the car? If so, you need to get out and experience reality, my friend.