Chinese components

smhss · 07-05-2010, 06:47 PM

I already know from reading that my tail lights, wheels, and (I think) radio came from China. How much more of the Camaro comes from China?
Out of curiousity, anybody know any of the same info about the Mustang?

Yes, I am the "weirdo" who paws through the hardware store looking at the "Made in..." labels.

I know this may be a touchy subject; apologies in advance.

Apex Motorsports · 07-05-2010, 06:53 PM

60% of the 2010 Camaro is made in the US and Canada with 24% from Mexico.

60% of the 2010 Mustang is made in the US and Canada.

The make up of the remaining 16% and 40% will be a little harder to nail down.

mcotton · 07-05-2010, 06:54 PM

Actually I am interested in the replies as I am not sure of the answer.

Merc · 07-05-2010, 07:01 PM

SS badging made in Korea.

Blackbean · 07-05-2010, 07:05 PM

One of GM's biggest markets is in China,and Buick is the big dog.Seems reasonable that they would make some universal items over there and save a few bucks.

Almost every Harley Davidson accessory is made in China.

myold88 · 07-05-2010, 07:07 PM

The only time I needed to use my warranty on my '06 Impala was for the drivers sunvisor which would no longer stay up- Inside it said: MADE IN CHINA.
I blame it on Americas unions- You can't pay people $40.00+ an hour to put wheels on new cars, you just can't.

Mightygrasshopper · 07-05-2010, 07:10 PM

Its really hard to say. But I'm sure when you really look at it there will be lots made in China. Sure they may be made outside of china but the parts to make those parts are from Asia at some level and so on. Also govt regulations or lack thereof may result in some brands saying its made in USA or elsewhere when many of its components originate from china but because it doesn't fall into the definition of "made in USA" or there is no regulations whatsoever manufacturers would opt to say "made in USA" for marketing purposes wher they can get by.

This is quite common in other industries including vitamins, electronics, hardware etc. its just too expensive to not go with Chinese/Asian manufacturers OR somehow the parts and or components of those parts can be traced to Asia.

mulehead7 · 07-05-2010, 08:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by myold88

I blame it on Americas unions- You can't pay people $40.00+ an hour to put wheels on new cars, you just can't.

No, but we can pay a CEO $100 million a year to ship all of our jobs over there...!

jagan323 · 07-05-2010, 08:48 PM

A lot of things are made in China man.. lol... I dont think you can avoid it =p

orange10s.c. · 07-05-2010, 09:08 PM

There's always going to be something "made in china" in american cars.

motorhead · 07-05-2010, 09:26 PM

When will people wake up and see what is going on.

Number 3 · 07-05-2010, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by motorhead

When will people wake up and see what is going on.

My guess........about 5 minutes after it's too late.

smhss · 07-05-2010, 10:14 PM

I've done some internet sleuthing and can report that the manual 6-speed in the 2011 Mustang in made in China.

motorhead · 07-05-2010, 10:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smhss

I've done some internet sleuthing and can report that the manual 6-speed in the 2011 Mustang in made in China.

Which 6-speed? They have three different ones for the mustang depending on motor and model.

07-05-2010, 06:47 PM	#1
smhss Drives: '11 Silverado, '10 Camaro 2SS... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Conyers, Ga Posts: 161 View My Garage	Chinese components I already know from reading that my tail lights, wheels, and (I think) radio came from China. How much more of the Camaro comes from China? Out of curiousity, anybody know any of the same info about the Mustang? Yes, I am the "weirdo" who paws through the hardware store looking at the "Made in..." labels. I know this may be a touchy subject; apologies in advance.

07-05-2010, 06:54 PM	#3
mcotton Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: South Carolina Posts: 913 View My Garage	Actually I am interested in the replies as I am not sure of the answer. __________________

07-05-2010, 07:10 PM	#7
Mightygrasshopper Drives: 2012 45th anniversary edition 'vert Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 277	Its really hard to say. But I'm sure when you really look at it there will be lots made in China. Sure they may be made outside of china but the parts to make those parts are from Asia at some level and so on. Also govt regulations or lack thereof may result in some brands saying its made in USA or elsewhere when many of its components originate from china but because it doesn't fall into the definition of "made in USA" or there is no regulations whatsoever manufacturers would opt to say "made in USA" for marketing purposes wher they can get by. This is quite common in other industries including vitamins, electronics, hardware etc. its just too expensive to not go with Chinese/Asian manufacturers OR somehow the parts and or components of those parts can be traced to Asia. __________________ MightyGrasshopper www.mightygrasshopper.com Into health, wellness and fitness? Check out my site for natural health product reviews, health articles and industry news. Want to get into summer time shape? I'm a former fatty who's lost the weight - "Train With Me" for FREE - sexy abs in 16 weeks! Just follow along!

07-05-2010, 08:48 PM	#9
jagan323 I have no life Drives: 06' Subaru STI, ex-Camaro V6 LLT Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Top Gear Test Track Posts: 3,189	A lot of things are made in China man.. lol... I dont think you can avoid it =p __________________ List of Camaro DIY The Blog

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Apex Motorsports Drives: 2000 Camaro SS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Louisville, Ky. Posts: 25,165	60% of the 2010 Camaro is made in the US and Canada with 24% from Mexico. 60% of the 2010 Mustang is made in the US and Canada. The make up of the remaining 16% and 40% will be a little harder to nail down.

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Merc In The Circle Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SSRS IOM M6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Abbotsford BC Canada Posts: 11,310	SS badging made in Korea.

07-05-2010, 07:05 PM	#5
Blackbean Drives: 2018 1SS 1LE Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: San Antonio, Fl Posts: 168	One of GM's biggest markets is in China,and Buick is the big dog.Seems reasonable that they would make some universal items over there and save a few bucks. Almost every Harley Davidson accessory is made in China.

07-05-2010, 07:07 PM	#6
myold88 Drives: SUMMIT WHITE 2SS/RS CAMARO Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 2018: Lakewood Ranch, Fl. Posts: 8,163 View My Garage	The only time I needed to use my warranty on my '06 Impala was for the drivers sunvisor which would no longer stay up- Inside it said: MADE IN CHINA. I blame it on Americas unions- You can't pay people $40.00+ an hour to put wheels on new cars, you just can't.

07-05-2010, 09:08 PM	#10
orange10s.c. Drives: IOM 2SS RS M6 sunroof Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: panama city fl Posts: 5,117 View My Garage	There's always going to be something "made in china" in american cars.

07-05-2010, 09:26 PM	#11
motorhead Drives: Love the one you're with Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Downtown Charlie Brown Posts: 11,849	When will people wake up and see what is going on.

07-05-2010, 10:14 PM	#13
smhss Drives: '11 Silverado, '10 Camaro 2SS... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Conyers, Ga Posts: 161 View My Garage	I've done some internet sleuthing and can report that the manual 6-speed in the 2011 Mustang in made in China.