Kevin Morgan Concept TA Unveiled

nUcLeArEnVoY · 08-30-2009, 09:20 AM

When I used to be a T/A fanatic, I was on Trans Am Country. For any diehard Trans Am lovers on here that don't know about that forum, I'd definitely recommend joining up since it's a small but very well-knit community. All the guys there were pretty damn stand-up to me but I kinda left without saying a word since I sold the T/A they knew I worked so hard to get.

But one thing I did know is that they'd undoubtedly have pictures of this new concept T/A unveiling since they thoroughly cover the Trans Am Nationals every year and low and behold, they did.

I must say, I'm not all that impressed. For hacking up a Camaro to such a degree, I thought they'd make it a little more distinct. The spoiler is probably the area I have the most issue with. That one they put on is essentially GM's Dovetail except with slightly different ends. That awesome spoiler from the 2nd-gen Trans Ams is what attracted me to them in the first place. That oblique view from the rear, UGH - to die for.

Anyway, if you ask me there is no way to turn a 5th-gen Camaro into a Trans Am unless more work than that is done. I'm talking about resculpting the roofline and everything. Right now it looks like a Camaro with some famous T/A accessories added - it needs that subtle fastback and swoopiness the 2nd-gen T/As had to garner my attention.

Anyway, my final verdict is: nice try, but it's still a Camaro.

What do you all think? There's undoubtedly going to be more pictures of it soon and maybe an Autoblog/Jalopnik update.

2010SLVRBULIT · 08-30-2009, 09:30 AM

The back end is totally hidious!

..looks like they used a pair of mudflaps for the end spoilers..

Jamie Mac · 08-30-2009, 09:31 AM

Must say I don't like the dovetail being that vertical and I hate the tail lights. That being said I'd love to see a worthy looking trans am come out of this platform. Do they still hold the nationals at the Dayton airport? I used to go and drool every year

Ammo7 · 08-30-2009, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by nUcLeArEnVoY

When I used to be a T/A fanatic, I was on Trans Am Country. For any diehard Trans Am lovers on here that don't know about that forum, I'd definitely recommend joining up since it's a small but very well-knit community. All the guys there were pretty damn stand-up to me but I kinda left without saying a word since I sold the T/A they knew I worked so hard to get.

But one thing I did know is that they'd undoubtedly have pictures of this new concept T/A unveiling since they thoroughly cover the Trans Am Nationals every year and low and behold, they did.

I must say, I'm not all that impressed. For hacking up a Camaro to such a degree, I thought they'd make it a little more distinct. The spoiler is probably the area I have the most issue with. That one they put on is essentially GM's Dovetail except with slightly different ends. That awesome spoiler from the 2nd-gen Trans Ams is what attracted me to them in the first place. That oblique view from the rear, UGH - to die for.

Anyway, if you ask me there is no way to turn a 5th-gen Camaro into a Trans Am unless more work than that is done. I'm talking about resculpting the roofline and everything. Right now it looks like a Camaro with some famous T/A accessories added - it needs that subtle fastback and swoopiness the 2nd-gen T/As had to garner my attention.

Anyway, my final verdict is: nice try, but it's still a Camaro.

What do you all think? There's undoubtedly going to be more pictures of it soon and maybe an Autoblog/Jalopnik update.

I agree with you not much change at all.

Anything on the car stats. ?

Ghost Rider · 08-30-2009, 09:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2010SLVRBULIT

The back end is totally hidious!

Couldn't agree more.

*KILLER74Z28* · 08-30-2009, 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2010SLVRBULIT

The back end is totally hidious!

..looks like they used a pair of mudflaps for the end spoilers..

+1...

I think the front looks really good but the back-end is a mess...

Cricket912 · 08-30-2009, 09:37 AM

I agree the spoiler is hidious and what is going on with the tail lights? I know that the original ones had that same shape but they look weird. It doesn't look like they changed anything to the interior either. Completely disappointed :(

Thrillz · 08-30-2009, 09:53 AM

Let me make an educated guess the guy who ever did the back end made the new rear end for the 2010 mustang.

The rest of it is cool.

mmollo · 08-30-2009, 09:55 AM

The hood is cool, but the rest.....

ihc95 · 08-30-2009, 09:56 AM

front is OK but there back looks like an overdone and chunky 4th gen t/a rear

nascarnate326 · 08-30-2009, 09:57 AM

I applaud them for having the balls to do it. Not my cup of tea, but I am thankful for their contribution to the auto and fbody community.

In Love With A 69 · 08-30-2009, 10:04 AM

It looks nice but I still prefer a Camaro

CatiaJockey · 08-30-2009, 10:17 AM

The front end looks great......

Xmicro_SS · 08-30-2009, 10:20 AM

Too bad they are closing Pontiac Down. This must be for a remake of Smokey and the Bandit Movie or something. It looks like a Hollywood Chop Job to me.

08-30-2009, 09:20 AM	#1
nUcLeArEnVoY Oldbie that nobody knows Drives: 2011 1SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Homestead, FL Posts: 3,459 View My Garage	First pictures of the Trans Am concept When I used to be a T/A fanatic, I was on Trans Am Country. For any diehard Trans Am lovers on here that don't know about that forum, I'd definitely recommend joining up since it's a small but very well-knit community. All the guys there were pretty damn stand-up to me but I kinda left without saying a word since I sold the T/A they knew I worked so hard to get. But one thing I did know is that they'd undoubtedly have pictures of this new concept T/A unveiling since they thoroughly cover the Trans Am Nationals every year and low and behold, they did. I must say, I'm not all that impressed. For hacking up a Camaro to such a degree, I thought they'd make it a little more distinct. The spoiler is probably the area I have the most issue with. That one they put on is essentially GM's Dovetail except with slightly different ends. That awesome spoiler from the 2nd-gen Trans Ams is what attracted me to them in the first place. That oblique view from the rear, UGH - to die for. Anyway, if you ask me there is no way to turn a 5th-gen Camaro into a Trans Am unless more work than that is done. I'm talking about resculpting the roofline and everything. Right now it looks like a Camaro with some famous T/A accessories added - it needs that subtle fastback and swoopiness the 2nd-gen T/As had to garner my attention. Anyway, my final verdict is: nice try, but it's still a Camaro. What do you all think? There's undoubtedly going to be more pictures of it soon and maybe an Autoblog/Jalopnik update.

08-30-2009, 09:30 AM	#2
2010SLVRBULIT Drives: G5(LLT) & C6(LS3) Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: MARS Posts: 7,525 View My Garage	The back end is totally hidious!..looks like they used a pair of mudflaps for the end spoilers..

08-30-2009, 09:31 AM	#3
Jamie Mac NCM-WINR Drives: 2010 SS/RS IOM 2014 2LT Stingray Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 2,324	Must say I don't like the dovetail being that vertical and I hate the tail lights. That being said I'd love to see a worthy looking trans am come out of this platform. Do they still hold the nationals at the Dayton airport? I used to go and drool every year __________________ also drives a heavily modified Jeep Wrangler. It has LED headlights and wheel weights blacked out with Plasti Dip. It's Baller.

08-30-2009, 09:37 AM	#7
Cricket912 Drives: 2010 2LT/RS Camaro Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 74	I agree the spoiler is hidious and what is going on with the tail lights? I know that the original ones had that same shape but they look weird. It doesn't look like they changed anything to the interior either. Completely disappointed :( __________________

08-30-2009, 09:55 AM	#9
mmollo Admitted Caroholic Drives: IOM/IO 2SS/RS GFX Order#NMCX8R Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Argyle,TX Posts: 128	The hood is cool, but the rest..... __________________

08-30-2009, 09:53 AM	#8
Thrillz Drives: 2019 Dodge Daytona R/T Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ontario Posts: 2,572	Let me make an educated guess the guy who ever did the back end made the new rear end for the 2010 mustang. The rest of it is cool.

08-30-2009, 09:56 AM	#10
ihc95 Drives: 2018 GT PP1 A10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 673	front is OK but there back looks like an overdone and chunky 4th gen t/a rear

08-30-2009, 09:57 AM	#11
nascarnate326 Team Green Drives: 1998 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Olivet, MI Posts: 288	I applaud them for having the balls to do it. Not my cup of tea, but I am thankful for their contribution to the auto and fbody community. __________________ '98 Camaro Z28 M6 -Toy '07 HHR LT - DD

08-30-2009, 10:04 AM	#12
In Love With A 69 Drives: 2004 P71 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 23	It looks nice but I still prefer a Camaro

08-30-2009, 10:17 AM	#13
CatiaJockey Drives: 2010 2LT RS Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Ocean Springs, Ms Posts: 2,799 View My Garage	The front end looks great...... __________________

08-30-2009, 10:20 AM	#14
Xmicro_SS Thank You GM Drives: Sky Redline & Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,876	Too bad they are closing Pontiac Down. This must be for a remake of Smokey and the Bandit Movie or something. It looks like a Hollywood Chop Job to me. __________________ ITS HERE! : 2010 Camaro 2SS / 6 Speed Manual (No other way) / Silver Ice Metallic / Inferno Orange Interior Accent / RS Package / Polished Wheels / SOLO MACH X CAT BACK

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