05-28-2009, 03:43 PM | #1 |
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misgivings on the Camaro
I ordered on October 13. Seven months ago I didn't foresee G.M. stock at 1.12 a share. I didn't know there would be a shroud of mystery in putting the car in the hands of it's customers when G.M. desperately needs to be selling vehicles. I didn't know G.M. would only be selling 27% of production.
The hype that this would be the best built Camaro yet remains to be seen. Issues have surfaced and interested if dealers are equipped with parts and knowledge to get them back on the road or if customers will experience "down time." Having driven one, (not mine) I did not know the limited vision out of the car would be as big a factor as it is. Yes, the diehards will dispute all the negatives and pretend those of us who are disappointed need to drive a tractor trailer. I have a family and safety is a priority. I drove the V-6 Malibu with 262 H.P. and was very impressed. It had plenty of power and view of the road. I may yet buy the Camaro if it ever comes in, but I'm not as excited as I once was about the car. I believe the bankrupcy is having some effect on Camaro delivery because it just doesn't make any business sense that a car so popular and so needed to be sold is not in the hands of dealers. My local dealer had to cancel a debut planned this weekend because the car is not going to arrive as promised. Not good business. |
05-28-2009, 03:47 PM | #2 |
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There are still plenty of people backing out and many leaving there orders in midst of production, you can still get one faster than you think if you look around this forum and do some research online around the country.
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05-28-2009, 03:48 PM | #3 |
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In a way, it is kind of sad to hear some of the concerns you have about this car. However, you have to do what is most useful to you and your family.
I was kind of wary of the small windows. But, when I got in the car, and drove for a while, that all went away.
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05-28-2009, 03:59 PM | #4 |
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The Malibu is a family car, as is the G8.
It sounds like that's what you need right now. The G8 GT is practical, but still a blast to drive. The Malibu and G8 GT are available now, at great discounts. .
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05-28-2009, 04:36 PM | #5 |
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Go for a G8 Remember, your warranty on it WILL still be backed.
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05-28-2009, 04:53 PM | #6 |
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Solid advice!
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05-28-2009, 05:09 PM | #7 |
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Not sure how serious you could have been about the Camaro if you are concerned about how it stacks up to a family sedan. Regarding safety, as a 2010 model year car, it probably will exceed most previous model year safety standards, so I'm not sure why you mention that, unless you are referring to the rear quarter vision.
The price of GM stock has no reflection on the viability of the Camaro being around, it will become one of the cars GM will continue to produce for years. The development cost needs to be recouped over the next several years. As speculated here and elsewhere, its future may be with a turbocharged 4 cyl - who knows. Camaro production has definitely picked up. The few quality issues have been quickly addressed. As has been widely noted in the news, etc. GM will eliminate many duplicate cars in its offerings and eliminate dealerships in metropolitan areas. And so in about 18 mos. GM will be a smaller, profitable company and its past problems will be mostly forgotten. It may even merge with another manufacturer. The G8 will probably be a good substitute for you. But again, it will be a former GM nameplate (Pontiac), a Malibu would be my first choice if I were looking for a solid Chevy. You could wait to see if GM decides to replace the Impala with a rebadged G8. But in any case, good luck to you in whatever you decide.
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05-28-2009, 05:10 PM | #8 |
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you have some sound observations. But you are comparing a family car which is more practical to a sports car. A sports car has never been known for the convience or comfort of a sedan. Although modern sports cars have breeched the gap quite considerably between sports car and family car. But your still going to give up some comofort. If they turned the camaro into the G8 or malibu it would never be the camaro. Your probably better off with the other models. As far as ordering there has been bitching and griping especially from the pre-orders, but that is water under the bridge and nothing will change. But from what I have been seen prodcution has been speeding up and quite a few orders have been dropped which will speed up your order.
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05-28-2009, 05:49 PM | #9 |
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you cant honestly compare a Camaro to a Malibu.................and for the record, the visablity is just fine! the lower roofline adds adds character, and if you'r concern is the blinds spots, you've never driven a Camaro (or f-body) before because the sail panels have ALWAYS been there!
good luck with whatever you decide!
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05-28-2009, 06:35 PM | #10 |
Booooosted.
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This is not a 'Family' car.
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05-28-2009, 06:48 PM | #11 |
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I think if you drive one for a little the issue seems to go away. Also, there is a thread in here, which shows the proper way to adjust mirrors for a vehicle. I have set mine wrong all my life. I followed the suggestions of this article, and it is night and day. You will have no issue using your mirrors.
I also agree you are looking for something other than the Camaro. We do not want to flame or bash, just point out the obvious. It is not a family car in the class of the other vehicles you have mentioned. Your comparison would be equal to a prop duster and a private jet. There are differences.
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Visibility is bad, Noticed that the second time I test drove it. Other than that Its awsome and I'm willing to get used to it as a Fun car, Not a family sedan.
I'm hoping the lighter grey interior will make it seem less claustrophobic inside the black is like being in a cave. Got into my SSE bonneville to drive home and it was like driving in a greenhouse.
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