After Three Weeks Of Ownership

[Trevorw24]

Happy every time I open the garage door!

[BJH]

Originally Posted by Eich

Interesting BJH... I could use almost the same writeup and put my name to it and it would reflect my story! I've had Vette's for years: 2 C4's, 3 C5's and 1 C6 and now went to the Camaro because I need a back seat for my daughter. I was also blown away when the Camaro concept first came out and was very happy when they built the car nearly identical to it.

That's funny, as it was also my little girl that needed a place to sit.

[Three of Swords]

Originally Posted by 2010 SSRS

Best looking Camaros ever made, I love my 5th Gen SS.

This. Thank you Chevy.

[midnighter]

Still happy with my 5th gen' after 2 years.

[Bumblebee10]

That's another reason I swayed towards the 6cylinder. It is lighter and still kinda quick.

[oldfriend]

Originally Posted by BJH

I remember when I first saw the Camaro concept in 2006. I thought it was one of the best looking cars I’d seen from any manufacturer to date. My first thought was if they produce it, they’ll ruin it. There’s no way they are going to leave the roof line so low, with the gun slit windows and proportions. Obviously, I was wrong.

I’m coming for the world of Corvettes. I’ve had a C3, 2 C4 LT4’s, C5 and a C6, but I now need more than two seats. My first choice was the Camaro.

I’ve owned my 2SS/RS for three weeks now, and I have some observations. It’s huge and heavy! The hood is so tall it’s hard to discern where the curbs are when turning. It’s hard the see out of and the blind spots are awful.

My conclusions; despite its size and weight, I find that it handles well; the LS3 does a great job compensating for the weight. I wouldn’t change a thing with the outward visibility, as the car would lose the aesthetic, and aggressive, appeal. I love the way this car looks, and the roof line and small windows are a huge contributing factor to that; in my opinion. I’ll give up some convenience and ergonomics for great looks any day.

Thank you Chevy for having the courage to hold true to the concept!

That's all good , but , You should know that by now .

[menendez1293]

Haha still have to get used to blind spots at times. After a while you get a hang of them and the car becomes a lot of fun to drive. After 2 years I still love my camaro

[Wakemaker89]

I've had mine for 4 months now and am loving it. unfortunately (or fortunately depending on how you look at it) I've been bitten by the mod bug and just can't stop! It's way more fun to have a car that you can actually interact and grow with unlike so many beige vehicles out there.

[FL1CK]

Originally Posted by myold88

I first saw the concept Camaro at the GM display at GM Carlisle in 2007. I knew I would buy one as soon as they came out. My disapointment is the added "B" pillar plus I understand the roof is actually 1" higher than planned. Also, I had to wait 6 months to order summit white.
Other than that, I'm happy !

Should have left the 3rd brake light here too...

[fbodfather]

Originally Posted by myold88

...i understand the roof is actually 1" higher than planned....

actually it's not! There were some who wanted to make it higher, but it ruined the look - so it's within a mm or two of the concept! (the greenhouse, that is...)

[montreal2010yellow]

Best looking car I ever owned.

[myold88]

Originally Posted by fbodfather

actually it's not! There were some who wanted to make it higher, but it ruined the look - so it's within a mm or two of the concept! (the greenhouse, that is...)

Good info- Thanks Scott.

[Sharkycsi]

I traded a 2010 Honda Accord for my 2SS and I don't regret a moment of it.

[PitchBlack]

Originally Posted by Lee123

I've had mine for 3 weeks, too, and I agree 100%. I don't even mind that I smack my head now and then getting in and out. I'll learn to duck more one of these days.

It does feel a bit big compared to my recently owned cars, but it's great to have the V8 after a turbo 6 and a turbo 4.