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4thGen427CI · 02-10-2011, 01:07 AM

1)In this pic, right above license plate is camera of some sorts, maybe for backing up so you can watch out. OR maybe for watching the reaction of the guy driving the gt500 behind you

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BUT WHERE IS THE SCREEN TO WATCH IT?!

I didn't see one in the interior pics at all!

2)See? I see no screen at all?

bobby35ny · 02-10-2011, 01:09 AM

rear view mirror

TJ91 · 02-10-2011, 01:28 AM

yeah its the rear view mirror

4thGen427CI · 02-10-2011, 01:34 AM

I just don't see one though... Cause I've seen a little screen in the rear view mirror. But usually don't you see a little dark square in the mirror? I did when I saw it in a buddy of mine's truck. But not seeing it on this camaro!

2SSRS@Gen5diy · 02-10-2011, 07:36 AM

I have one of the mirrors in my hand and you cant tell if its not on.

ArkySS · 02-10-2011, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by 2SSRS

I have one of the mirrors in my hand and you cant tell if its not on.

What he said.....I have one in the Terrain and it works well. Takes a bit of getting used to with the birds eye view but works effectively.

CamaroSkooter · 02-10-2011, 08:15 AM

Sounds like this panic du'jour was taken care of.

/thread.

Shu71 · 02-10-2011, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by 4thGen427CI

1)OR maybe for watching the reaction of the guy driving the gt500 behind you

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Unless they shave some more weight off it or make it have more than the anticipated 550 hp I doubt the GT 500 will be staring at the little camera.
Don't get me wrong, I love the ZL1, but when you take on a competitor you have to do it to win it and the weight of this car could be it's downfall. Adding the camera just added weight.

tweeter81 · 02-10-2011, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Shu71

Unless they shave some more weight off it or make it have more than the anticipated 550 hp I doubt the GT 500 will be staring at the little camera.
Don't get me wrong, I love the ZL1, but when you take on a competitor you have to do it to win it and the weight of this car could be it's downfall. Adding the camera just added weight.

That's funny, because the Cadillac CTS-V (that weighs at least probably 100-200 lbs more than the expected weight of the ZL1, but in all liklihood has about the same power numbers as the ZL1) already has beaten the GT500 in documented drag races, on occasion. So tell me again, why would you need to shed weight or add more power? Also, the CTS-V launches well with the magnetic suspension, and it only has 285s in the rear. Just imagine, for one second, how well the ZL1 with 305s will launch. The GT500 has trouble launching now without massive wheelspin, so even adding more power to that car theoretically won't make it run the 1/4 mile any faster if it can't put the power down.

Yeah, that backup camera added weight, probably 2 pounds...if you are that concerned then you could always take out the floormats to offset that added weight...

Shu71 · 02-10-2011, 10:26 AM

tweeter,
I read that single Track and Driver test. They put the CTS-V at 12.3 in the 1/4 and the Shelby at 12.6. From the video I saw it wasn't done on a drag strip either so traction was an issue. Also the CTS-V was the automatic IIRC. Who knows, test data is only as accurate and unbiased as the writers. My point is, of what advantage does the camera add and to the OP who stated it was to see the Shelby is yet to be seen. The ZL1 is an incredible car, but does it really need a camera? I am a die hard Camaro fan and hope it outperforms the GT500 in all areas, but I'd hate to see it loose because of weight like the SS does versus the GT. I know GM went to great lengths to keep the weight down on the ZL1 (hood, wheels, etc), so why add something like a camara which gives it no performance gain whatsoever. Hey it's just something I find silly on a sportscar, minivan maybe but sportscar, no.

derklug · 02-10-2011, 11:45 AM

It is getting a camera because the Feds are mandating backup cameras.

f5journal · 02-10-2011, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by derklug

It is getting a camera because the Feds are mandating backup cameras.

+1 Mandate coming soon... and it's simple...they already put them in most of their cars/SUV via the rear view mirror (as already mentioned) and one more little hole in the rear fascia. I have it in my 2 year old LT Traverse (as in not an LTZ)

Also I seen people questioning back up camera AND back up sensors...yep, again my Traverse..they actually work well together

CamaroSkooter · 02-10-2011, 12:37 PM

Here's my question, is there really such a rampant occurence of people backing over small pets & young kids that the government really felt the need to step in and say, "hey now, all cars should have back-up cameras now for safety," because last I checked, I was fairly certain that kind of accident is still pretty low.

Or are people just so damn lazy now that they don't want to turn their head and look where they're maneuvering their vehicle?

Back up camera and back up sensors. Overkill. Yes, even on your Travers, f5journal.

paulsandhu · 02-10-2011, 12:54 PM

We have both on our Equinox (except the viewer is in the nav screen) and let me tell you it really helps.

02-10-2011, 01:07 AM	#1
4thGen427CI 5th Gen Drives: 10 SS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Denver,Colorado Posts: 426	ZL1 GETTING BACKUP CAMERA?! 1)In this pic, right above license plate is camera of some sorts, maybe for backing up so you can watch out. OR maybe for watching the reaction of the guy driving the gt500 behind you ...................................... BUT WHERE IS THE SCREEN TO WATCH IT?! I didn't see one in the interior pics at all! 2)See? I see no screen at all? Attached Images

02-10-2011, 01:09 AM	#2
bobby35ny Drives: 18 ZL1 A10 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South East, FL Posts: 3,024	rear view mirror __________________ 2017 ZL1 M6 Bog City, 2013 ZL1 M6, 2010 2SS M6 ZL1::J-E-T-S JETS JETS JETS

02-10-2011, 01:28 AM	#3
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 13,033	yeah its the rear view mirror __________________ CAMARO Consult your doctor before taking Camaro Side effects include Sudden increase in Heart Rate, Insomnia and occasional hallucinations If you experience Permagrin exceeding 4 hours after taking Camaro, seek immediate Camaro5 Help CAMARO Bringing excitment back into the Garage

02-10-2011, 08:15 AM	#7
CamaroSkooter Retarded One-Legged Owl Drives: 2010 Black Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 9,745	Sounds like this panic du'jour was taken care of. /thread. __________________ My VIN = 2G1FK1EJ9A9105017 Build Date: 04-23-2009 according to: http://www.compnine.com/vid.php

02-10-2011, 11:45 AM	#11
derklug Drives: 12 Boss 302 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Grand Rapids, Mi Posts: 1,369	It is getting a camera because the Feds are mandating backup cameras. __________________ The biggest mistakes in life come when you know exactly what you are doing.

02-10-2011, 01:34 AM	#4
4thGen427CI 5th Gen Drives: 10 SS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Denver,Colorado Posts: 426	I just don't see one though... Cause I've seen a little screen in the rear view mirror. But usually don't you see a little dark square in the mirror? I did when I saw it in a buddy of mine's truck. But not seeing it on this camaro!

02-10-2011, 07:36 AM	#5
2SSRS@Gen5diy Drives: 2014 Z/28 #82+#192, 18ZLE 66Nova Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: By the lake in AZ Posts: 15,719 View My Garage	I have one of the mirrors in my hand and you cant tell if its not on.

02-10-2011, 10:26 AM	#10
Shu71 Drives: 2011 Camaro RS M6 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Illinois Posts: 795	tweeter, I read that single Track and Driver test. They put the CTS-V at 12.3 in the 1/4 and the Shelby at 12.6. From the video I saw it wasn't done on a drag strip either so traction was an issue. Also the CTS-V was the automatic IIRC. Who knows, test data is only as accurate and unbiased as the writers. My point is, of what advantage does the camera add and to the OP who stated it was to see the Shelby is yet to be seen. The ZL1 is an incredible car, but does it really need a camera? I am a die hard Camaro fan and hope it outperforms the GT500 in all areas, but I'd hate to see it loose because of weight like the SS does versus the GT. I know GM went to great lengths to keep the weight down on the ZL1 (hood, wheels, etc), so why add something like a camara which gives it no performance gain whatsoever. Hey it's just something I find silly on a sportscar, minivan maybe but sportscar, no.

02-10-2011, 12:37 PM	#13
CamaroSkooter Retarded One-Legged Owl Drives: 2010 Black Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 9,745	Here's my question, is there really such a rampant occurence of people backing over small pets & young kids that the government really felt the need to step in and say, "hey now, all cars should have back-up cameras now for safety," because last I checked, I was fairly certain that kind of accident is still pretty low. Or are people just so damn lazy now that they don't want to turn their head and look where they're maneuvering their vehicle? Back up camera and back up sensors. Overkill. Yes, even on your Travers, f5journal. __________________ My VIN = 2G1FK1EJ9A9105017 Build Date: 04-23-2009 according to: http://www.compnine.com/vid.php

02-10-2011, 12:54 PM	#14
paulsandhu Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Surrey, BC Posts: 455 View My Garage	We have both on our Equinox (except the viewer is in the nav screen) and let me tell you it really helps. __________________ GHOST · 2SSRS Order Date: March 28, 2009 // DoB: June 19, 2009 // Arrival Date: July 2, 2009 Current Modifications: Hurst Comp HardDrive Stick Kit K&N Blackhawk CAI Anvil Carbon Fiber Notch Spoiler Ceramic Coated Satin Black Wrap

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