Visibility Question - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

JLee · 03-09-2010, 09:27 PM

Is the Camaro really that bad to see what's in front of you? I've been hearing that it's like driving a truck and there's no frontal space recognition.

Ghost of Vincent Price · 03-09-2010, 09:32 PM

You just dont see very high, but front is no problem.

BalogUK · 03-09-2010, 09:32 PM

nope...awkward for the first 5 miles then it's second nature... i'm driving an altima while the camaro is getting repaired and i hate it...feels like im the damn hood ornament. cant wait to be back behind that steering wheel

armando416 · 03-09-2010, 09:33 PM

It is harder to have a good feel for where you car starts and ends, there is no doubt. But when in doubt...you probably shouldn't be considering whatever sort of maneuver it is you're considering, anyways. If you aren't sure you have enough space better to play it safe.

I know I hit the bumper up against the parking space dividers a few times when I first got it. You'll get a bit of a feel for it after time.

BaylorCamaro · 03-09-2010, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by BalogUK

nope...awkward for the first 5 miles then it's second nature...

So true. I came from a truck before the Camaro, and it was WAY different. But once you drive around for a little bit, it isn't a problem at all.

SirBrad · 03-09-2010, 09:35 PM

You'll get used to it. I picked mine up and had to jump right on the Garden State Parkway with Friday Shore traffic and drive it home for 40 some miles. I was paranoid to change lanes and was worried that was going to be a problem.

Adjusted my mirrors good, and have no issues whatsoever now. I love driving it.

DevilKnightFalcon · 03-09-2010, 09:36 PM

The one thing about the Camaro is that it is really difficult to know where the front of your car ends. Visibility in general is poor but tolerable once you get used to it.

YOOG · 03-09-2010, 09:40 PM

Just takes a little getting used to (probably like any new car). Certainly doesn't feel like a truck!! Some of the reviewers complained about visibility but I think they're full of it.

Just my opinion!! If you're thinking about getting one, go for it - you will not be disappointed!

JLee · 03-09-2010, 09:43 PM

Another question, is it absolutely necessary to drive a manual? I've recently turned 16 and I've been driving my Integra (Auto), hopefully getting a new Camaro soon if I stay accident free. But why does everyone keep on telling me that I need to get the manual?

Isn't driving supposed to be about comfort? I don't plan on going to the track or anything, so I don't see a point in getting the Manual.

ron10 · 03-09-2010, 09:45 PM

i have no issues with the visibility.but has been said,you don't know where the front end ends.same as driving a vette.

kardut · 03-09-2010, 09:48 PM

Agree with what everyone else has said. I normally drive an SUV, and the first time I drove hubby's Camaro I was terrified...felt like I couldn't see anything and couldn't judge space around the car. After driving it a couple of times (with mirrors properly adjusted) I have no problem. Even parallel parked it today without any difficulty.

Jarhead · 03-09-2010, 09:56 PM

Like any change, it takes getting use to it. I also came from a truck so it was difficult to adjust. Now 1500+ miles later no issues at all. As far as getting a manual, get what works best for you. If you are uncomfortable with a manual then getting an automatic might be a better choice.

SilentSonic · 03-09-2010, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by JLee

Another question, is it absolutely necessary to drive a manual? I've recently turned 16 and I've been driving my Integra (Auto), hopefully getting a new Camaro soon if I stay accident free. But why does everyone keep on telling me that I need to get the manual?

Isn't driving supposed to be about comfort? I don't plan on going to the track or anything, so I don't see a point in getting the Manual.

That's purely a personal decision so don't feel like you must get a manual. I chose for an automatic because of comfort - driving in bumper to bumper traffic in Atlanta with a stick shift is not exactly my idea of fun... I still have the TAPshift if I want to play around some.

JLee · 03-09-2010, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by SilentSonic

That's purely a personal decision so don't feel like you must get a manual. I chose for an automatic because of comfort - driving in bumper to bumper traffic in Atlanta with a stick shift is not exactly my idea of fun... I still have the TAPshift if I want to play around some.

They have Tiptronic on the Camaro?

03-09-2010, 09:27 PM	#1
JLee Drives: 98 Integra LS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Washington, United States Posts: 4	Visibility Question Is the Camaro really that bad to see what's in front of you? I've been hearing that it's like driving a truck and there's no frontal space recognition.

03-09-2010, 09:32 PM	#3
BalogUK THE architect. Drives: 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Suwanee, GA/Seeley Lake, MT Posts: 837 View My Garage	nope...awkward for the first 5 miles then it's second nature... i'm driving an altima while the camaro is getting repaired and i hate it...feels like im the damn hood ornament. cant wait to be back behind that steering wheel __________________ #34122 EMPTIED, AT YARD ON 8/26/09; Delivered 9/07/09 MODS: Borla ATAK Cat-Back GFX (#140378), 35% Ceramic all-around, CAI, Inc. Intake w/ Scoop, Hurst Short Throw, Heritage Grille, GM Dove Tail, Laser Interceptor Triple v8.9, Passport Max, Pfadt ZL Stage 2

03-09-2010, 09:36 PM	#7
DevilKnightFalcon Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT/RS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 1,406 View My Garage	The one thing about the Camaro is that it is really difficult to know where the front of your car ends. Visibility in general is poor but tolerable once you get used to it. __________________ MBRP Catback/Magnaflow Resonated X/Airraid V2 CAI/Dash ABL/Interior LEDs/Custom Paint/Jet Coated American Racing LT Headers/High Flow cats/Trifecta Tune

03-09-2010, 09:40 PM	#8
YOOG Drives: 2013 1SS LS3 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Tampa Posts: 97	Just takes a little getting used to (probably like any new car). Certainly doesn't feel like a truck!! Some of the reviewers complained about visibility but I think they're full of it. Just my opinion!! If you're thinking about getting one, go for it - you will not be disappointed! __________________ Dual Mode Exhaust \| 6 Speed Manual \| CAI Intake\| BMR 1" Springs\| Factory Reproductions 9" wheels

03-09-2010, 09:56 PM	#12
Jarhead Semper Fi Camaro Drives: 2010 1SS/RS Aqua Blue LS3 Gauge PKG Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Shelby NC Posts: 423 View My Garage	Like any change, it takes getting use to it. I also came from a truck so it was difficult to adjust. Now 1500+ miles later no issues at all. As far as getting a manual, get what works best for you. If you are uncomfortable with a manual then getting an automatic might be a better choice. __________________

03-09-2010, 09:32 PM	#2
Ghost of Vincent Price Banned Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: underground Posts: 374	You just dont see very high, but front is no problem.

03-09-2010, 09:33 PM	#4
armando416 Drives: Camaro 2SS IBM/Grand Prix Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 123	It is harder to have a good feel for where you car starts and ends, there is no doubt. But when in doubt...you probably shouldn't be considering whatever sort of maneuver it is you're considering, anyways. If you aren't sure you have enough space better to play it safe. I know I hit the bumper up against the parking space dividers a few times when I first got it. You'll get a bit of a feel for it after time.

03-09-2010, 09:35 PM	#6
SirBrad The Captain Drives: 2010 2LT/RS SIM Join Date: May 2009 Location: Freehold, NJ Posts: 1,499	You'll get used to it. I picked mine up and had to jump right on the Garden State Parkway with Friday Shore traffic and drive it home for 40 some miles. I was paranoid to change lanes and was worried that was going to be a problem. Adjusted my mirrors good, and have no issues whatsoever now. I love driving it.

03-09-2010, 09:43 PM	#9
JLee Drives: 98 Integra LS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Washington, United States Posts: 4	Another question, is it absolutely necessary to drive a manual? I've recently turned 16 and I've been driving my Integra (Auto), hopefully getting a new Camaro soon if I stay accident free. But why does everyone keep on telling me that I need to get the manual? Isn't driving supposed to be about comfort? I don't plan on going to the track or anything, so I don't see a point in getting the Manual.

03-09-2010, 09:45 PM	#10
ron10 Drives: 2010 2SS IOM L99 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: LOUISVILLE,KY.. Posts: 7,545	i have no issues with the visibility.but has been said,you don't know where the front end ends.same as driving a vette.

03-09-2010, 09:48 PM	#11
kardut Drives: 2SS/RS RY Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Bristow, VA Posts: 67	Agree with what everyone else has said. I normally drive an SUV, and the first time I drove hubby's Camaro I was terrified...felt like I couldn't see anything and couldn't judge space around the car. After driving it a couple of times (with mirrors properly adjusted) I have no problem. Even parallel parked it today without any difficulty.

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