Is it just me, or...

02 WS6 TA · 11-23-2009, 02:35 PM

Do you guys see a need to move towards bringing all the generations of Camaro (and,*gasp* Firebird owners) together? After all, one of the reasons the Gen 5 came to market was largely based on consumer involvement and enthusiast cries to bring the Camaro back. I don't want to sound extremely negative, but the vibe I've gotten from many 5th Gen owners has been less than warm. Not on this site so much, but in real world situations- Passing on the road, at car shows, at the gas pump, etc... I have had more than a few looks down the nose by drivers in a Gen 5 while trying to compliment them-Guess they don't like my 4th (or 3rd Gen). We all know it was enthusiasts like everyone here that helped convince GM to bring back our beloved nameplate, and they rewarded our community with a home run. In order to keep the hype and community growing, I think it's everyone's duty as an owner, and enthusiast to continue to promote the growth within- Regardless of what generation you own, dream of owning, or simply admire. If you agree, lend a hand- Invite another person to share in the excitement of ownership and fellowship. If you don't agree, trade your car and buy a Corvette.

PQ · 11-23-2009, 03:58 PM

Nah, dude. There are A-Holes all over the place. I've had OTHER 5TH GEN drivers thumb their nose at me. No joke. AND 4th Gen guys. A lot of people don't understand the 'Cousins' aspect of these cars. I see a G8, Caddy, Vette, or something like that and I gice the GM thumbs up but most don't get it. You'll find most on here like the TA/F-Birds and show respect. But in the real world there are just a lot of dicks.

SSOOCH · 11-23-2009, 04:17 PM

The other day I passed PQ on the highway and gave him the thumbs up...he gave me the finger!!

James4086 · 11-23-2009, 04:26 PM

Ok, correct me if I'm wrong but didn't the Camaro get part of its name from Camaraderie?!

I'm not just saying that the words are similar, I mean didn't the GM exec's actually say exactly that: "It represents the Camaraderie a man has with his car..."

Personally, I smile and wave at all Camaros, and Firebirds, maby it's just that southern hospitality here in Louisiana, but the first three posts really surprise me!

SleepWarz · 11-23-2009, 04:51 PM

Dont get offended if I dont wave back, trying to keep my baby safe from all the idiot drivers on the road!

PAUL SS · 11-23-2009, 04:57 PM

That's the "better than thou " syndrome. Dont let it get you down. Without the earlier generation cars what would be the point of the 2010 Camaro? Most people have a great admiration and respect of all cars old or new regardless of make or model.

02 WS6 TA · 11-23-2009, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Paul SS

That's the "better than thou " syndrome. Dont let it get you down. Without the earlier generation cars what would be the point of the 2010 Camaro? Most people have a great admiration and respect of all cars old or new regardless of make or model.

It doesn't get me down, but I must say, there'splenty of "Corvette Syndrone" Owners out there. Not to stereotype, but you get the idea. A few weeks back I had a guy in a V-6 Gen 5 tell me I "should trade up" when I was taking our 40K mile '00 SS to a local GTG. I fought back the tears- Of laughter.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 11-23-2009, 06:19 PM

Meh....be nice, polite, outgoing, etc...and if they act like an ass...then they're an ass. Simple as that -- and chances are there isn't anything you can do about it. MOST folks on here that I know of will welcome anybody into the family...

mrray13 · 11-23-2009, 07:02 PM

Like already mentioned, there are just some assholes out there. You should hear the way people talk to me when I pull them over in my Crown Vic.....oh wait...that don't count, does it?

Anyway, I'm of the car guy/gal sorts, if it looks good, I'll give it it's props..be it a 700 at the wheels horsepower WRX or a 225 or so horsepower c4 vette...a good looking car is a good looking car!

02 WS6 TA · 11-24-2009, 09:30 AM

Hahahahah...I'll bet.

11-23-2009, 02:35 PM	#1
02 WS6 TA Account Suspended Drives: GM Stuff Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Panama City Beach, FL Posts: 727	Is it just me, or... Do you guys see a need to move towards bringing all the generations of Camaro (and,gasp Firebird owners) together? After all, one of the reasons the Gen 5 came to market was largely based on consumer involvement and enthusiast cries to bring the Camaro back. I don't want to sound extremely negative, but the vibe I've gotten from many 5th Gen owners has been less than warm. Not on this site so much, but in real world situations- Passing on the road, at car shows, at the gas pump, etc... I have had more than a few looks down the nose by drivers in a Gen 5 while trying to compliment them-Guess they don't like my 4th (or 3rd Gen). We all know it was enthusiasts like everyone here that helped convince GM to bring back our beloved nameplate, and they rewarded our community with a home run. In order to keep the hype and community growing, I think it's everyone's duty as an owner, and enthusiast to continue to promote the growth within- Regardless of what generation you own, dream of owning, or simply admire. If you agree, lend a hand- Invite another person to share in the excitement of ownership and fellowship. If you don't agree, trade your car and buy a Corvette.

11-23-2009, 03:58 PM	#2
PQ Booooosted. Drives: 2010 Supercharged SS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mobile, AL Posts: 36,716 View My Garage	Nah, dude. There are A-Holes all over the place. I've had OTHER 5TH GEN drivers thumb their nose at me. No joke. AND 4th Gen guys. A lot of people don't understand the 'Cousins' aspect of these cars. I see a G8, Caddy, Vette, or something like that and I gice the GM thumbs up but most don't get it. You'll find most on here like the TA/F-Birds and show respect. But in the real world there are just a lot of dicks. __________________

11-23-2009, 04:17 PM	#3
SSOOCH Camaro SL,UTs Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS #16429 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: South Jordan, UT Posts: 7,358 View My Garage	The other day I passed PQ on the highway and gave him the thumbs up...he gave me the finger!! __________________

11-23-2009, 04:57 PM	#6
PAUL SS The Mark of Excellence Drives: 2010 ABM 1SS RS LS3 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Smallest State in the Union Posts: 8,690 View My Garage	That's the "better than thou " syndrome. Dont let it get you down. Without the earlier generation cars what would be the point of the 2010 Camaro? Most people have a great admiration and respect of all cars old or new regardless of make or model. __________________ BMR, CAI, DynoMax, Elite Eng., Hurst, Jannetty, Clear Image Headers & Hi Flow cats, Jet Hot, LSR, TSW, VMax, Vredestein

11-23-2009, 06:19 PM	#8
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 31,876 View My Garage	Meh....be nice, polite, outgoing, etc...and if they act like an ass...then they're an ass. Simple as that -- and chances are there isn't anything you can do about it. MOST folks on here that I know of will welcome anybody into the family... __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

11-23-2009, 04:26 PM	#4
James4086 Drives: Black 2017 ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Prairieville La Posts: 252 View My Garage	Ok, correct me if I'm wrong but didn't the Camaro get part of its name from Camaraderie?! I'm not just saying that the words are similar, I mean didn't the GM exec's actually say exactly that: "It represents the Camaraderie a man has with his car..." Personally, I smile and wave at all Camaros, and Firebirds, maby it's just that southern hospitality here in Louisiana, but the first three posts really surprise me!

11-23-2009, 04:51 PM	#5
SleepWarz Banned Drives: 1991 New Yorker, 69 Tbird, ABM2SSRS Join Date: May 2009 Location: BC Canada Posts: 2,248 View My Garage	Dont get offended if I dont wave back, trying to keep my baby safe from all the idiot drivers on the road!

11-23-2009, 07:02 PM	#9
mrray13 Drives: 2010 1LT RS Rally Yellow Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: southern Illinois Posts: 2,973	Like already mentioned, there are just some assholes out there. You should hear the way people talk to me when I pull them over in my Crown Vic.....oh wait...that don't count, does it? Anyway, I'm of the car guy/gal sorts, if it looks good, I'll give it it's props..be it a 700 at the wheels horsepower WRX or a 225 or so horsepower c4 vette...a good looking car is a good looking car! __________________ *PacMan*

11-24-2009, 09:30 AM	#10
02 WS6 TA Account Suspended Drives: GM Stuff Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Panama City Beach, FL Posts: 727	Hahahahah...I'll bet.