03-13-2013, 02:06 PM | #71 |
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BTW, for those interested in building/having a Gen-5 Camaro with an LS7, I think I found a donor engine...
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GM needs a car for the LS7 to replace the Z06 otherwise the plant won't be able to affordably make LS7s. There was information posted somewhere around here that showed how many engines they make and that the void would clearly upsetl LS7 production unless it finds a new home.
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Yeah it was said somewhere 30 engines a week..I know they don't sell that many corvettes, so I am sure they have a boatload of them on a warehouse! I don't mean too big as in size, we all know the LS-series are all the same size dimensions. What I have been trying to say, is the original Z/28's were purpose built, just because there isn't a racing circuit with displacement limitations, doesn't mean that GM shouldn't want to return to their roots as ford did and hook us up with an equaling engine. I know I know, wishful thinking, but I want to be inspired again, not turned upside down and shaken violently for every penny I have earned just to drive one..then after paying the good 'ol gov't heir chunk for the gas guzzler tax, pay every week at the pump just to take it around the block. I don't want a 50k garage queen, I want to be able to enjoy the car!
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If a version could be made at a reasonable price and it sounded like the one in this video, would you be interested? Cause it sure sounded to me like it would make a good Z/28!
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A Z28 was originally built as a race car for the streets, give me a hi-revving built motor. The HUGE bonus it's a 427! Too cool! |
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I do hope they find some way to make a Z28 that is affordable to enjoy and not have to be a garage queen. I've been holding out on trading up, in case this car saw the light of day. If it does, and is anywhere near attainable, I'll get a second job just to have one. I've wanted a Z28 for a long time, and have avoided the temptation of the SS, and barely managed to avoid the temptation of the SS 1LE in order to see if this beast was coming. I suppose this will be the time when we know for sure one way or the other, eh? If it isn't announced at this auto show on the 27th, then that's it? What do you guys think?
I've been keeping the faith, been following this forum on a near daily basis. Wildpaws, Lowdown, and the rest have discussed, debated, and concluded on what the Z28 should be. I've commented from time to time, just to make it known there are others waiting, supporting this journey we've been on. Info, rumors, spy shots, leaks, all have been somewhere between sparse to non-existant. Yet you gentlemen have kept the faith, and have inspired this Camaro fan to silently follow, mostly in silence, and listen to you impart wisdom, historical relevance and precedence, and add your individual speculation. I just want you all to know, no matter if the hallowed 5th Gen Z28 sees the light of day or not, I've enjoyed the ride, the conversations, and reading what you all have had to share in the topics found on this forum. It's been a real pleasure. |
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I agree with you cynic, this is all good fun in here and of course we all keep the boat floating with good conversation! Honestly still after all this thinking, discussion and input, I just know if they put an LS7 in this car, the price will keep me out of the driver's seat and that's a shame...I work hard and enjoy my toys, but for this I'm sure I will be breathing hard against a window somewhere peering in from the outside!
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03-13-2013, 08:48 PM | #84 |
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It's just more options on the same car. It's not like the past when they were selling the Camaro and Firebird.
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