2009/2010 Prototype Camaro Interior Spyshots - Page 11 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

EllwynX · 01-08-2008, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by TAG UR IT

Something else I noticed...

Who here has ridden, driven, or drives in a 4th Gen? Anyone notice how poor the interior lighting is in a 4th Gen? I don't know about other people's 4th Gens, but mine has poor lighting. Now....

Take a look in front of the rear view mirror. That looks like one LARGE clear peice which is most likely going to be the interior light. If it is, thank goodness. That sucka looks like it's going to light up the entire cabin....finally, I'll be able to see inside at night if I choose! Also...notice the interior roof of that prototype up on the car carrier has the reverse "Mohawk?" It looks similar to the 4th Gen roof style where the center is lower than the sides. I love how they do that. Very cool, IMO!!!

Yeah, I remember the lighting sucked in my '02. I'd like to see a light near the front (like the one you mention in the pic) AND one near the back for seeing more of the back seats/floor if needed. Let's not forget lights down by your feet up front.

Namrepus28 · 01-08-2008, 12:01 PM

Well, this is an interesting thread.You know what I like about Camaro5? At no point was anyone the slightest bit rude, regardless of whether or not they agreed on a particular topic. It's nice not seeing someone call someone else "stupid" b/c of a difference of opinion.

Anyway, about the pictures. Looks pass-able to me. My main concern is what the car can DO, second to that, what it looks like on the outside, and then finally, what the interior looks like.

I have a 96 Camaro myself, so I know cheap plastic. But you know what? You drive something for a couple months...and you just don't notice or care anymore. My only recurring annoyance with my car is the cup holder placement, and even that isn't that big a deal, as I usually am drinking bottled water and just toss it behind me or on the passenger's seat.

I don't mind the layout of the new interior at all. I'm glad it's not as gaudy as the horrible concept interior. I'm not impressed by shiny things, so I was rather disgusted when I saw it. That's just me though. The most recent one looks practical, and when they clean it up a bit (I've heard good things about the Malibu) it should come out great.

If I ever manage to find myself behind the wheel of one, I'll probably be too busy driving the car to care, but I'm sure I'll appreciate it more in the first few seconds before I turn the ignition key if they do a good job on the interior as opposed to a bad one.

Fun stuff though, it's really coming along. It'll be nice to see them on the road in 2009.

*TAG UR IT* · 01-08-2008, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by SilverTurtle

if that interior roof looks like that in the production car, I have a killer idea on how to add some light to the interior... when we get ours, I'll have to bring it down and show you when I get it hooked up

I kinda get a little picture of what could be possible. The ideas I'm getting....oooh. Can't wait.

Quote:

Originally Posted by EllwynX

Yeah, I remember the lighting sucked in my '02. I'd like to see a light near the front (like the one you mention in the pic) AND one near the back for seeing more of the back seats/floor if needed. Let's not forget lights down by your feet up front.

The lighting you explain is EXACTLY what I want...lotsa light inside...and down by your feet too!

acscamarochick06 · 01-08-2008, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Namrepus28

I don't mind the layout of the new interior at all. I'm glad it's not as gaudy as the horrible concept interior. I'm not impressed by shiny things, so I was rather disgusted when I saw it. That's just me though. The most recent one looks practical, and when they clean it up a bit (I've heard good things about the Malibu) it should come out great.

I completely agree!

MTron · 01-08-2008, 03:24 PM

Soooo, after reading all 10 pages straight and obsessively looking at every detail of the interior spy shots, i have to say, im excited! The interior is faaaaar from being done, it is plainly obvious that a lot of the plastic pieces in there are just make-shift components. Im not a huge fan of the radio, a little too bulgy for my taste, but again, preproduction, im hoping it gets better integrated into the dash, or gets some sharper lines. I will reserve final judgment until i see the production pics.

On a final note, i just looked over the interior shots of the 08 Malibu, and all i have to say is WOW!! that is one beautiful interior. With so little finished on the camaro, and so little detailing done to it, and with new interiors like the Malibu commin out, i think i can safely say "we aint seen nothin yet!" I have great faith in GM and everyone working on the Camaro that they will put together a sleek kick @ss interior!!!

Keep up the good work guys!!!

Emher · 01-08-2008, 03:30 PM

^Yeah the Malibu is damn sharp looking on the interior, and not to bad for it's class on the exterior either. Definetly getting one when I turn into an old man if they still look as sharp.

munkee drummer · 01-08-2008, 04:16 PM

If the guys at GM are reading all these posts and taking them into account...then all the negative as well as the positive post are constructive. I personally dont think the interior is close to what production is going to be. As far as the side "b" pillars (?) are concerned i like what i see now. The first photo in the garage looked bad..horrible. Now you can see the pillars on the camo version on the truck very well. Looks good. As far as the steering wheel goes... got to be smaller in the middle. I liked the chrome stuff on the dash in the concept. I hope they keep good quality compounds in the inside. I hate cheap plastic crap on the inside. Scott, if you are reading this.... good!

*Mindz* · 01-08-2008, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by SilverTurtle

if that interior roof looks like that in the production car, I have a killer idea on how to add some light to the interior... when we get ours, I'll have to bring it down and show you when I get it hooked up

I'm putting either fiber optics or a Uv paint on my headliner with "camaro" in the font on the emblem. I'm definately putting a black light or two somewhere on the interior.

neo2227 · 01-08-2008, 11:25 PM

I am sorry guys I too am very disapointed with these pics, and hope that they are far from being finished with the interier. Although I like the doors, and te fact that tey are keeping the gauges in the center councle. Love That!!!!! But I am trying to imagen it with a little more color, light and bling but nope I still think it lookes like cheap plastic. And I hate that feeling. I my self would like to see the gauges stay the same size as in the concept. I think that radio looks abd and so do the... Ah you know what I am just going to stop. I know they are not finished and that's the upside. Plus guys and gals it's a commin can you hear it!!!!!!! Cause I am still buying it!

neo2227 · 01-09-2008, 09:29 AM

Hey has any one else noticed that the head lights look different? Loo at the first pics on this thread.

*DGthe3* · 01-09-2008, 09:31 AM

I believe we have been told by Fbodfather to ignore the headlights

35th02ss · 01-09-2008, 09:49 AM

The headlights are not production, so yes they look different.

neo2227 · 01-09-2008, 01:17 PM

Ok then. Thanks guys.

neo2227 · 01-09-2008, 01:36 PM

Ok so I just read the post by FBOD and man do I feel sheepish... I know that she (the Camaro) is still unfinished but man did he ever make me feel better about what I did see in respect to this pics!!!! Thanks to you FBOD!!!!

01-08-2008, 03:30 PM	#146
Emher Pillaging Viking Drives: Saab 9-5 '99 (Hey it's a GM!) Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Sweden Posts: 1,189	^Yeah the Malibu is damn sharp looking on the interior, and not to bad for it's class on the exterior either. Definetly getting one when I turn into an old man if they still look as sharp. __________________ "Fifty years from now, when you're looking back at your life, don't you want to be able to say you had the guts to get in the car?"

01-09-2008, 09:31 AM	#151
DGthe3 Moderator.ca Drives: 05 Grand Am GT Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Niagara, Canada Posts: 25,372	I believe we have been told by Fbodfather to ignore the headlights __________________ Note, if I've gotten any facts wrong in the above, just ignore any points I made with them __________________ Originally Posted by FbodFather My sister's dentist's brother's cousin's housekeeper's dog-breeder's nephew sells coffee filters to the company that provides coffee to General Motors...... ........and HE WOULD KNOW!!!! __________________ Camaro Fest sub-forum

01-08-2008, 12:01 PM	#142
Namrepus28 Drives: 1996 Camaro 3.8L V6 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 42	Well, this is an interesting thread.You know what I like about Camaro5? At no point was anyone the slightest bit rude, regardless of whether or not they agreed on a particular topic. It's nice not seeing someone call someone else "stupid" b/c of a difference of opinion. Anyway, about the pictures. Looks pass-able to me. My main concern is what the car can DO, second to that, what it looks like on the outside, and then finally, what the interior looks like. I have a 96 Camaro myself, so I know cheap plastic. But you know what? You drive something for a couple months...and you just don't notice or care anymore. My only recurring annoyance with my car is the cup holder placement, and even that isn't that big a deal, as I usually am drinking bottled water and just toss it behind me or on the passenger's seat. I don't mind the layout of the new interior at all. I'm glad it's not as gaudy as the horrible concept interior. I'm not impressed by shiny things, so I was rather disgusted when I saw it. That's just me though. The most recent one looks practical, and when they clean it up a bit (I've heard good things about the Malibu) it should come out great. If I ever manage to find myself behind the wheel of one, I'll probably be too busy driving the car to care, but I'm sure I'll appreciate it more in the first few seconds before I turn the ignition key if they do a good job on the interior as opposed to a bad one. Fun stuff though, it's really coming along. It'll be nice to see them on the road in 2009.

01-08-2008, 03:24 PM	#145
MTron Drives: 99 Grand Prix Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 334	Soooo, after reading all 10 pages straight and obsessively looking at every detail of the interior spy shots, i have to say, im excited! The interior is faaaaar from being done, it is plainly obvious that a lot of the plastic pieces in there are just make-shift components. Im not a huge fan of the radio, a little too bulgy for my taste, but again, preproduction, im hoping it gets better integrated into the dash, or gets some sharper lines. I will reserve final judgment until i see the production pics. On a final note, i just looked over the interior shots of the 08 Malibu, and all i have to say is WOW!! that is one beautiful interior. With so little finished on the camaro, and so little detailing done to it, and with new interiors like the Malibu commin out, i think i can safely say "we aint seen nothin yet!" I have great faith in GM and everyone working on the Camaro that they will put together a sleek kick @ss interior!!! Keep up the good work guys!!!

01-08-2008, 04:16 PM	#147
munkee drummer Drives: 2010 convertible Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: S.C. Posts: 119	If the guys at GM are reading all these posts and taking them into account...then all the negative as well as the positive post are constructive. I personally dont think the interior is close to what production is going to be. As far as the side "b" pillars (?) are concerned i like what i see now. The first photo in the garage looked bad..horrible. Now you can see the pillars on the camo version on the truck very well. Looks good. As far as the steering wheel goes... got to be smaller in the middle. I liked the chrome stuff on the dash in the concept. I hope they keep good quality compounds in the inside. I hate cheap plastic crap on the inside. Scott, if you are reading this.... good!

01-08-2008, 11:25 PM	#149
neo2227 Drives: 2007 Chevy Tahoe sittin on 22' Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Orlando, Fl. Posts: 133	I am sorry guys I too am very disapointed with these pics, and hope that they are far from being finished with the interier. Although I like the doors, and te fact that tey are keeping the gauges in the center councle. Love That!!!!! But I am trying to imagen it with a little more color, light and bling but nope I still think it lookes like cheap plastic. And I hate that feeling. I my self would like to see the gauges stay the same size as in the concept. I think that radio looks abd and so do the... Ah you know what I am just going to stop. I know they are not finished and that's the upside. Plus guys and gals it's a commin can you hear it!!!!!!! Cause I am still buying it!

01-09-2008, 09:29 AM	#150
neo2227 Drives: 2007 Chevy Tahoe sittin on 22' Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Orlando, Fl. Posts: 133	Hey has any one else noticed that the head lights look different? Loo at the first pics on this thread.

01-09-2008, 09:49 AM	#152
35th02ss Drives: 02 SS Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Wallops Island, VA Posts: 760 View My Garage	The headlights are not production, so yes they look different.

01-09-2008, 01:17 PM	#153
neo2227 Drives: 2007 Chevy Tahoe sittin on 22' Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Orlando, Fl. Posts: 133	Ok then. Thanks guys.

01-09-2008, 01:36 PM	#154
neo2227 Drives: 2007 Chevy Tahoe sittin on 22' Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Orlando, Fl. Posts: 133	Ok so I just read the post by FBOD and man do I feel sheepish... I know that she (the Camaro) is still unfinished but man did he ever make me feel better about what I did see in respect to this pics!!!! Thanks to you FBOD!!!!