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99-LS1-SS · 10-01-2009, 08:35 PM

Here's are a few items that I would like to see on the Z/28. Since we've discussed the engine options a lot already, I'm not going to address them directly here. I'm trying to be realistic and list items that I think are reasonable and cost effective.

Wider tires and rims. I think this is a MUST. I would prefer the rims to be as light as possible.
Upgraded suspension.
Slightly taller cowl hood. Nothing obnoxious, just enough for someone that knows what to look for to notice.
Maybe a different rear spoiler.
Different grill.

The main thing I want from this car is functionality. I'm a firm believer in, form follows function. Build something that works well and the design around it. Above all I want this car to be the real deal not just a piece of bling that looks better than it performs. Kind of like the ZR1 is the total package for sports cars, I want the Z/28 to be the total package for muscle cars. 20 years from now I want this car to be as prestigious as the Yenkos, COPOs and the ZL1s of the late 60's.

shank0668 · 10-01-2009, 08:43 PM

Dove tail spoiler?

99-LS1-SS · 10-01-2009, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by shank0668

Dove tail spoiler?

Got a picture of one? I'm not sure what they look like.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 10-01-2009, 08:50 PM

From MotorTrend:

Quote:

Our images are very close to the final signed-off design, based on photos of a scale clay model we've seen. Key details to note are the deeper front bumper fascia, with larger front aperture under the grille and the spotlights mounted in deep vents on either side. The Z28 also gets a different grille mesh compared with that of a standard Camaro.

At the rear is a taller lip spoiler that runs the full width of the car. A new rear-bumper fascia features a deeper section with integrated exhaust outlets. The wheels are 20-inchers with an aggressive "tuning-fork" five-spoke pattern.

A new hood features a large, forward-facing scoop.

I like the sound of that very much, especially the revised rear facia and "tuning fork" rims.

Key features I would like to see:

Changes promoting high-speed stability
The dual vents housing the fog lights should be functional brake duct inlets.
Differentiating design cues from the SS.

99-LS1-SS · 10-01-2009, 08:52 PM

Anyone think they will come in unique colors?

Regarding the hood scoop, I'll wait and see the final product before giving my opinion.

ShnOmac · 10-01-2009, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 99-LS1-SS

20 years from now I want this car to be as prestigious as the Yenkos, COPOs and the ZL1s of the late 60's.

I would rather the Z/28 be a somewhat affordable track car.... release something else that will be like the ZL1's of old... maybe like a new ZL1

99-LS1-SS · 10-01-2009, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by shnomac77

I would rather the Z/28 be a somewhat affordable track car....release something else that will be like the ZL1's of old... maybe like a new ZL1

I'm good with that! Roll them out at the same time or pretty close together.

manimsoblack · 10-01-2009, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 99-LS1-SS

Got a picture of one? I'm not sure what they look like.

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99-LS1-SS · 10-01-2009, 10:11 PM

Thanks.

djsnoflake · 10-01-2009, 10:43 PM

Have you seen Transformers 2? Expect it to look VERY similar to that, would be my guess. If GM and the rest of the world wouldn't have gone tits-up during TF2 production, chances are good that the new bumblebee was going to be the free advertisement for the Z/28 model that has been put on hold until recently.

Once again, just my opinion.

Nabbed from Motortrend:

TF2 Bumlebee:

From GM publications:

definately some very similar styling themes throughout, I would be pretty shocked if it deviates a lot from these images

Punk_rider · 10-02-2009, 03:20 AM

Bumblebee2 just looks awesome, better then the motortrend version. Hope it would be the same offering flat black

zebra · 10-02-2009, 05:09 AM

i'd personally love a ram-air hood with a mail slot delete and smaller, lighter wheels that just clear the calipers - 19s perhaps over CTS-V brakes and a slightly lower stance - maybe .5" to 1" drop from SS height

jcamere94z28 · 10-02-2009, 08:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djsnoflake

Have you seen Transformers 2? Expect it to look VERY similar to that, would be my guess. If GM and the rest of the world wouldn't have gone tits-up during TF2 production, chances are good that the new bumblebee was going to be the free advertisement for the Z/28 model that has been put on hold until recently.

Once again, just my opinion.

Nabbed from Motortrend:

TF2 Bumlebee:

From GM publications:

definately some very similar styling themes throughout, I would be pretty shocked if it deviates a lot from these images

QFT...I believe that this is what it is going to look. If you pay attention to all the Z28 tibits...

79_Z/28 · 10-02-2009, 01:20 PM

Personally, I can't wait to see it when it hits the streets....it's going to be heaven to see Z28's fresh off the assembly line again. As far as I'm concerned, as long as it's a Camaro, it's already PERFECT!!!!!

10-01-2009, 08:35 PM	#1
99-LS1-SS Waiting... Drives: 2009 G8 GXP M6 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Jamestown NC Posts: 275	Let's discuss the potential Z/28 appearance. Here's are a few items that I would like to see on the Z/28. Since we've discussed the engine options a lot already, I'm not going to address them directly here. I'm trying to be realistic and list items that I think are reasonable and cost effective. Wider tires and rims. I think this is a MUST. I would prefer the rims to be as light as possible. Upgraded suspension. Slightly taller cowl hood. Nothing obnoxious, just enough for someone that knows what to look for to notice. Maybe a different rear spoiler. Different grill. The main thing I want from this car is functionality. I'm a firm believer in, form follows function. Build something that works well and the design around it. Above all I want this car to be the real deal not just a piece of bling that looks better than it performs. Kind of like the ZR1 is the total package for sports cars, I want the Z/28 to be the total package for muscle cars. 20 years from now I want this car to be as prestigious as the Yenkos, COPOs and the ZL1s of the late 60's. Last edited by 99-LS1-SS; 10-01-2009 at 08:45 PM. Reason: Added another item to the list

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10-02-2009, 03:20 AM	#11
Punk_rider Drives: VW Typ 166 + Black 1LE Join Date: May 2007 Location: Paris, France Posts: 763	Bumblebee2 just looks awesome, better then the motortrend version. Hope it would be the same offering flat black __________________ I'm kindly asking: "May I have a supercharged Z28 with 550 hp please? By the end of 2009 would be awesome. Thanks"

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shank0668 Drives: '14 LML/'06 LJ/'76 Trans Am Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 8,438 View My Garage	Dove tail spoiler?

10-01-2009, 08:52 PM	#5
99-LS1-SS Waiting... Drives: 2009 G8 GXP M6 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Jamestown NC Posts: 275	Anyone think they will come in unique colors? Regarding the hood scoop, I'll wait and see the final product before giving my opinion.

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