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*TAG UR IT* · 07-02-2007, 09:28 PM

HUD would be cool. I'd like the t-tops if they could do it w/out messing up the gorgeous coupes lines. It's not going to happen, though...too many issues. Never heard anything about 5 star crash test rating on the t-tops, though. I know we talked about the crash test rating and the b-pillar....which reminds me...

THINGS I'D LIKE TO SEE TAKEN AWAY:

GET RID OF THE B-PILLAR!!!

As far as one V6 and two V8's...
I think GM would sell less this way. A completely base V6 would get everyone would could just barely afford a new 5th Gen. Then, the hi-po V6 would be the great option for those who could afford the base V8, but couldn't afford the insurance. Then, you have the entry level V8 (which would have to be 30-40hp over the hi-po V6 to make it appealing enough for those to buy it over the V6. Then, you have your main mid-level V8 which most people will buy. Then, a balls to the wall, no joke FAST engine.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 07-02-2007, 09:52 PM

hmmm. I see, I see: the 3.9L 260 +/- hp base V6....then I see: the 3.6 L 300 hp V6 high end...then, ahhhh yes a de-tuned LS3...somewhere in the 360 hp range...a regular LS3 @ oh...420 hp, and of course....it's coming to me...AH HA! the supercharged Monster itself...THE LS9!!! Coming to us in 550 +/- hp of raw power!

I really don't think GM can afford to fit multiple V8's into this car at this point. The Smart move would be to use a widely used V8...

hmm. which motor to use?

so...to recap (without the ooohs and ahhhs)
CHEVROLET CAMARO 'Probable' Engine options:
1.........................2.......................3.............................4.......................5.......................
3.9L 260 +/- hp....3.6L 300hp V6.....LS3 @ 360 +/- hp.....LS3 @ 420 hp.....LS3 S/C @ 500+ hp

I hope I really am phsycic...

EDIT: feel free to change the above list if you so choose....

The_Stache · 07-03-2007, 01:45 PM

Having the LS3 at 2 different horsepower ratings is HORRIBLE for publicity, and it will never happen (the supercharger is different you have obvious parts added to even the most basic car engine ignorant masses)

customer: why does the same engine have 2 different hp #'s?
salesman: well we changed the tune in the engine to where one is better for MPG and the other is for HP #'s
Customer: OK, I will buy the cheaper one and have a shop retune it and save thousands of dollars...

*Mr. Wyndham* · 07-03-2007, 05:55 PM

good point....but they've done it - just in different cars.

Dave McFly · 07-03-2007, 10:23 PM

to the poster that suggested the 3.7 I-5 that engine was only in the Chevy Colorado, GMC Canyon, and the Hummer H3. it is rated at i think 220-250. the trailblazer, gmc envoy, buick rainer (formerly the oldsmobile bravada) have the 4.2 I6 engine rated at 275-285 depending on the year as the base engine, a 5.3 300hp engine is optional and a 6.0 400hp engine is in the trailblazer SS. I personally HATE the I-5 engine, they should offer a V6 if the I-6 doesn't fit under the hoods of the small GM trucks (which I don't believe, its the same reason that they say the HEMI does not fit under the hood of the Dodge Dakota, but it fits under the hood of the Dodge Durrango which is based off of the Dakota

).

*takes off his worthless auto knowledge hat off and hangs it up*

*Mr. Wyndham* · 07-03-2007, 10:24 PM

hey! you know some useless info, too!

I'm SO glad I'm not alone

but back on topic. I, too, don't see the point of the I5, or I6....why the hell do you want 1 extra cyllider than a four-banger....Then, why alter a perfectly good V6 by making it longer

Definitely outside-of-the-box thinking...but not what I'd like to see coming out of GM R+D....

68RS · 07-03-2007, 10:29 PM

My wife wants a soudproof glass panel between the driver and passenger so she doesn't have to hear me rave about my car!

*Mr. Wyndham* · 07-03-2007, 10:32 PM

...good idea - then we (the drivers) don't have to hear the passenger's cries of fright as we corner at 80 mph!!!

ANDRE · 07-04-2007, 03:12 PM

Would like to see a push button hardtop convertible.

TFord · 07-04-2007, 04:02 PM

Id like to see that clear removable top like on the corvette.

AFSNightrod · 07-05-2007, 12:25 AM

I just want to see it on the showroom floor like yesterday.

ANDRE · 07-05-2007, 12:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AFSNightrod

I just want to see it on the showroom floor like yesterday.

I hear ya!!

*Mr. Wyndham* · 07-05-2007, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TFord

Id like to see that clear removable top like on the corvette.

Not gonna happen

but HELL YEAH!

*TAG UR IT* · 07-05-2007, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TFord

Id like to see that clear removable top like on the corvette.

Ditto. Except I think I want it to be metal and not clear. That way we don't lose the coupes roof lines.

Something I'd also like to see is a spare tire key holder so the darn key lug doesn't have to roll around in my center console or glove box. Plus, it'll make it harder for theives to steel the tires off of the car if they break in real quick. They won't know the key is in the trunk w/ the spare. That would piss off the theives!..and keep my tires/rims!

07-02-2007, 09:52 PM	#16
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 31,876 View My Garage	hmmm. I see, I see: the 3.9L 260 +/- hp base V6....then I see: the 3.6 L 300 hp V6 high end...then, ahhhh yes a de-tuned LS3...somewhere in the 360 hp range...a regular LS3 @ oh...420 hp, and of course....it's coming to me...AH HA! the supercharged Monster itself...THE LS9!!! Coming to us in 550 +/- hp of raw power! I really don't think GM can afford to fit multiple V8's into this car at this point. The Smart move would be to use a widely used V8... hmm. which motor to use? so...to recap (without the ooohs and ahhhs) CHEVROLET CAMARO 'Probable' Engine options: 1.........................2.......................3.............................4.......................5....................... 3.9L 260 +/- hp....3.6L 300hp V6.....LS3 @ 360 +/- hp.....LS3 @ 420 hp.....LS3 S/C @ 500+ hp I hope I really am phsycic... EDIT: feel free to change the above list if you so choose.... __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

07-03-2007, 01:45 PM	#17
The_Stache SoCal Race Team #13 Drives: 2010 1SS:RS:LS3:SW Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 1,803 View My Garage	Having the LS3 at 2 different horsepower ratings is HORRIBLE for publicity, and it will never happen (the supercharger is different you have obvious parts added to even the most basic car engine ignorant masses) customer: why does the same engine have 2 different hp #'s? salesman: well we changed the tune in the engine to where one is better for MPG and the other is for HP #'s Customer: OK, I will buy the cheaper one and have a shop retune it and save thousands of dollars... __________________ A.K.A - Diarmadhi (old handle) - So much to do.. So little money Owner : Fast-Stache Industries LLC

07-03-2007, 05:55 PM	#18
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 31,876 View My Garage	good point....but they've done it - just in different cars. __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

07-03-2007, 10:23 PM	#19
Dave McFly new car smell Drives: 2007 Ford Mustang 'Natasha' Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Jamestown, NY Posts: 2,127 View My Garage	to the poster that suggested the 3.7 I-5 that engine was only in the Chevy Colorado, GMC Canyon, and the Hummer H3. it is rated at i think 220-250. the trailblazer, gmc envoy, buick rainer (formerly the oldsmobile bravada) have the 4.2 I6 engine rated at 275-285 depending on the year as the base engine, a 5.3 300hp engine is optional and a 6.0 400hp engine is in the trailblazer SS. I personally HATE the I-5 engine, they should offer a V6 if the I-6 doesn't fit under the hoods of the small GM trucks (which I don't believe, its the same reason that they say the HEMI does not fit under the hood of the Dodge Dakota, but it fits under the hood of the Dodge Durrango which is based off of the Dakota ). takes off his worthless auto knowledge hat off and hangs it up __________________ "May the forces of evil become confused on the way to your house." George Carlin

07-03-2007, 10:24 PM	#20
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 31,876 View My Garage	hey! you know some useless info, too! I'm SO glad I'm not alone but back on topic. I, too, don't see the point of the I5, or I6....why the hell do you want 1 extra cyllider than a four-banger....Then, why alter a perfectly good V6 by making it longer Definitely outside-of-the-box thinking...but not what I'd like to see coming out of GM R+D.... __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

07-02-2007, 09:28 PM	#15
TAG UR IT www.Camaro5store.com Drives: 2014 ZL1 #705 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SA, Texas Posts: 26,558 View My Garage	HUD would be cool. I'd like the t-tops if they could do it w/out messing up the gorgeous coupes lines. It's not going to happen, though...too many issues. Never heard anything about 5 star crash test rating on the t-tops, though. I know we talked about the crash test rating and the b-pillar....which reminds me... THINGS I'D LIKE TO SEE TAKEN AWAY: GET RID OF THE B-PILLAR!!! As far as one V6 and two V8's... I think GM would sell less this way. A completely base V6 would get everyone would could just barely afford a new 5th Gen. Then, the hi-po V6 would be the great option for those who could afford the base V8, but couldn't afford the insurance. Then, you have the entry level V8 (which would have to be 30-40hp over the hi-po V6 to make it appealing enough for those to buy it over the V6. Then, you have your main mid-level V8 which most people will buy. Then, a balls to the wall, no joke FAST engine.

07-03-2007, 10:29 PM	#21
68RS Drives: '68 327 RS, 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Grapevine, Texas Posts: 584	My wife wants a soudproof glass panel between the driver and passenger so she doesn't have to hear me rave about my car!

07-03-2007, 10:32 PM	#22
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 31,876 View My Garage	...good idea - then we (the drivers) don't have to hear the passenger's cries of fright as we corner at 80 mph!!! __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

07-04-2007, 03:12 PM	#23
ANDRE 2010 Z28 vert drooler Drives: 2010 Z28 vert Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chicago,IL Posts: 15	Would like to see a push button hardtop convertible. __________________ MY CAMAROS GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN 78 CAMARO 86 Z28 02 CAMARO SS #7719

07-04-2007, 04:02 PM	#24
TFord Camaro Fanatic Drives: 2000 Z28 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Auburn, WA Posts: 1,809 View My Garage	Id like to see that clear removable top like on the corvette.

07-05-2007, 12:25 AM	#25
AFSNightrod Back in Black Drives: 2005 Cadillac CTS-V Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 326	I just want to see it on the showroom floor like yesterday.

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