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Fellow Camaro 5 Members:

I have been on this board now since March 2008. Obviously not an original member, but I have kept pretty much up to speed and posted when I felt appropriate. Which leads me to what I am saying here.

I ordered during the pre-order time frame. Prior to ordering I surveyed several dealers in my area. Only one, told me that they would not sell for over MSRP. One!!!! Out of the list I had put together that winnowed the herd down considerably as far as from whom I would order my car.

When I walked into the dealer, I was approached by a Sales Associate, who had been on the job for three hours. Yes, three hours. Regardless, We sat down (my lovely wife and I) to talk about ordering a car. Our Sales Rep., having been at this position a fairly short amount of time, I kept patient, and educated him, about the Camaro. No biggy there. It was actually pleasant to take some time and explain many of the codes and ordering options available. We made our respective decisions regarding options, color, model, interior, etc. No problems. We placed our deposit on the spot. We were treated with respect. I treated my Sales Rep. With equal respect. No condescending comments, no name calling, no holier than thou attitude.

Now, here is where I diverge from many who are on this board. I was (and still am) patient about the entire process. I did not call my Dealer daily for status updates. I did not bug my Sales Rep. About the car. I did not explode at every crisis du jour as manifested on this website. I remained calm. I remained, patient. I remained excited, during the weeks between which I ordered my car and when I was notified of it’s production.

This is the first Automobile, I have ever ordered to my specifications. Interesting, in and of itself, considering I am 59 years old. When I did so, I fully understood the very real possibility that I may not see my car until sometime in the Fall.

Lo, and behold, two weeks ago, I was notified that my car was in production. This morning, I was notified that the car has arrived at my dealer.

The overall message I want to convey is this:

Be patient, this isn’t a fast food order. It is a complex piece of machinery. It consists of thousands of parts and is a result of ordering a specific package of options. It is understandable that many are anxious. To the point of distraction, I might add. But, all I can say is that I have learned one thing, during this entire process, “Patience is its own reward!”:thumbsup:

I am grateful, for many things here. I have had the ability to purchase a vehicle that is far and away, what I would consider one of the finest muscle cars to ever come down the chute from GM. I am also grateful for all the new friends and acquaintances, I have made since the original Concept was unveiled in Detroit back in 2006. I am thankful that we live in a country where we have this kind of choice available to us for our transportation needs. (Admittedly, this will be my weekend special driver).:thumbsup:

Most of all I am Thankful for the Team that put this car together. I am so poor with names. But, Scott, John, Cheryl, Sangyup, Ed, and everyone made it all happen!:thumbsup:

Thanks!!!

Just got back from my Dealer. That Orange Interior Trim, just kicks butt. I am waiting for the Rally Stripes to be added. Oh my Lord, is that Car beautiful. Here's some pics: