2012 Camaro Z28 HP Edition Production Begins Jan. 1, 2012! (Confirmed to dealers!) - Page 20 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

shank0668 · 01-23-2011, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Dragoneye

Yep, those too....but I don't miss that part.

Are we talking about me or the forum.....?

*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-23-2011, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by shank0668

Are we talking about me or the forum.....?

I'M talking about the forum!!! hehehe

shank0668 · 01-23-2011, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Dragoneye

I'M talking about the forum!!! hehehe

I am not proud of the old days......

htron50 · 01-24-2011, 05:14 PM

I think that might just be most acceptable!

It rolls off the tongue just right.....for the new breed and generation!

Camaro ZR-1

IneedAZ · 01-24-2011, 07:24 PM

When its released, i hope they go retro and do a Lemans Blue...and with chameleon stripes would be awsome IMO!!

SSCamaro2010 · 01-25-2011, 08:56 AM

are they widening the wheel wells to fit the rear rim/tire? or can we fit that in our cars right now?

Darkflow · 01-25-2011, 09:39 PM

I must be smoking something. For some reason i thought it said, production was going to start in January of this year, when i 1st saw this about 2 to 3 weeks back lol Almost went awhole month thinking this bad boy was already in production, then i come and see it again and i finally see this thread lol

Idk if ill be able to hold off and wait till this car comes out, i might jump the gun and go after a GT500, Boss 302, 5.0 GT (call me crazy but i really love the look of these new 2010+ model Mustangs) or a Ls3 M6 SS Maro (if dealers drop the price tags a bit, not paying the 37k and up prices im seeing for them).

*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-25-2011, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Darkflow

Idk if ill be able to hold off and wait till this car comes out, i might jump the gun and go after a GT500, Boss 302, 5.0 GT (call me crazy but i really love the look of these new 2010+ model Mustangs) or a Ls3 M6 SS Maro (if dealers drop the price tags a bit, not paying the 37k and up prices im seeing for them).

Wait a little bit longer.....then compare it to the GT500 and Boss..."May the best car win.".

trapin · 02-04-2011, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by SSCamaro2010

are they widening the wheel wells to fit the rear rim/tire? or can we fit that in our cars right now?

I highly doubt it will have 330 tires on the rear. I saw one over the Summer with 305's on it and the guy said they had some rubbing issues (although his backspacing might have been messed up). Also, modifying interior sheetmetal in that area of the vehicle is too costly even if you were going to do it for all the models.

295's are more likely.

*radz28* · 02-04-2011, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by trapin

I highly doubt it will have 330 tires on the rear. I saw one over the Summer with 305's on it and the guy said they had some rubbing issues (although his backspacing might have been messed up). Also, modifying interior sheetmetal in that area of the vehicle is too costly even if you were going to do it for all the models.

295's are more likely.

I'm hopeful for 305s, but I'm a little affraid you may be right. They aren't going to tub the car, that's for sure. If it were something easier, like a replacement panel, like that of the Y-bodies, then I might reconsider, but they're not going to make new sheetmetal, except for the hood, IMO.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 02-04-2011, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by radz28

I'm hopeful for 305s, but I'm a little affraid you may be right. They aren't going to tub the car, that's for sure. If it were something easier, like a replacement panel, like that of the Y-bodies, then I might reconsider, but they're not going to make new sheetmetal, except for the hood, IMO.

The might.....never say never.

On the other hand...if we get wheels with a drastic concave design like those found on the SSX...the offset could be enough to put the edges of the wheels/tires perfectly flush with the wheel-well flares and allow that extra room on the inside of the car.

Remember...whether they put ridiculously wide tires on it or not...these guys built the car. When push comes to shove, they can do anything they want to it.

Number_9 · 02-04-2011, 08:33 PM

I bet they lighten the overall weight of each corner... I'm also thinking 275's on the front and 315's on the back. IMHO.

*radz28* · 02-07-2011, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Dragoneye

The might.....never say never.

On the other hand...if we get wheels with a drastic concave design like those found on the SSX...the offset could be enough to put the edges of the wheels/tires perfectly flush with the wheel-well flares and allow that extra room on the inside of the car.

Remember...whether they put ridiculously wide tires on it or not...these guys built the car. When push comes to shove, they can do anything they want to it.

That's what I'm hoping for

htron50 · 02-07-2011, 09:06 PM

If this car is HP they best make it 600++ HP due to Zeta platform. Dis thang will rule for a few years til the real Z comes out. And, it will still be below this in total horsepower IMO. But it will weigh less.
WHAT I WILL BE LOOKING FOR ON Wednesday:
1. Iconic?
2. Historial?
3. Respect Lagacy of Camaro?
4. How much technology has been transferred from mules to final street version?
5. Engineering and delivery of FORM and FUNCTION.
6) And COST per / hp.
I'll be looking at every aspect of it from those standards. Hope you will. Lets Talk Wed!

KJinni · 02-07-2011, 09:18 PM

The Z06 comes with 315's stock, and I don't see GM making a Camaro with stock tires wider than a Corvette... I do hope I'm wrong though.

MaRoFreK · 02-07-2011, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by KJinni

The Z06 comes with 315's stock, and I don't see GM making a Camaro with stock tires wider than a Corvette... I do hope I'm wrong though.

I thought the Vette came with 335's or is that just the ZR-1?

*Mr. Wyndham* · 02-07-2011, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by MaRoFreK

I thought the Vette came with 335's or is that just the ZR-1?

Z06: 275f / 325r

ZR1: 285f / 335r

mil0044 · 02-08-2011, 12:32 AM

gm should not be investing in z28 what it should be doing is exporting camaro to Australia

*radz28* · 02-08-2011, 09:18 AM

I think Australia has many other cars they'd be interested in and already have. CAMARO has roots in Australia, and I'm not sure how popular it would be, in light of what already appears to be a stronger RWD market.

JMVHO.

MaRoFreK · 02-08-2011, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Dragoneye

Z06: 275f / 325r

ZR1: 285f / 335r

Ic thanks!

*Mr. Wyndham* · 02-08-2011, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by MaRoFreK

Ic thanks!

You betcha!

Blown355 · 02-08-2011, 07:01 PM

"Based on those tire widths, if that isn't a typo, I'm suspecting the Z28 will either have wider body panels or a mini-tub on the rear. Hoping for the wider panels ala Z06.

Please let it be a mini tub. That would be sweet!! Nothing crazy mind you, just enough to stuff some meats under it.

OldJedi · 02-08-2011, 08:00 PM

Based on spy photos and information from the dealer's meeting, I feel it will have Goodyear 285 fronts and 305 rears without any body or tubbing modifications. A heat extractor hood, heavy duty axles, lowered suspension, new grill, larger rear spoiler and 585HP.

Or I could really be off and they introduce a Camaro station wagon!

01-24-2011, 05:14 PM	#479
htron50 Drives: 2012 ZL1 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,459	Could they call it CAMARO ZR-1 ?? I think that might just be most acceptable! It rolls off the tongue just right.....for the new breed and generation! Camaro ZR-1 __________________ *2012* *CAMARO-ZL1 Sincere Thanks to City Chevrolet, Charlotte, NC* http://www.citychevrolet.com/blog/ca...et-camaro-zl1/

01-24-2011, 07:24 PM	#480
IneedAZ Drives: not enough power Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Tampa Posts: 701 View My Garage	When its released, i hope they go retro and do a Lemans Blue...and with chameleon stripes would be awsome IMO!! __________________ Vmax TBody, CAI w/scoop, Solo HFC, Magnaflow TruX, Dynomax VT, Trifecta Tune, BMR Springs and Sways, Phoenix Gold Package, Hertz speakers, and SS rear with 3.73 gears w/JRE clutches and BMR bushings

01-25-2011, 09:39 PM	#482
Darkflow Drives: 2002 Chevrolet Camaro SS LE Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Odessa, TX Posts: 89 View My Garage	I must be smoking something. For some reason i thought it said, production was going to start in January of this year, when i 1st saw this about 2 to 3 weeks back lol Almost went awhole month thinking this bad boy was already in production, then i come and see it again and i finally see this thread lol Idk if ill be able to hold off and wait till this car comes out, i might jump the gun and go after a GT500, Boss 302, 5.0 GT (call me crazy but i really love the look of these new 2010+ model Mustangs) or a Ls3 M6 SS Maro (if dealers drop the price tags a bit, not paying the 37k and up prices im seeing for them). __________________ 2002 35th Anniv. Chevrolet Camaro SS# 4784 LE# 2117

02-04-2011, 08:33 PM	#487
Number_9 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Trophy Club, TX Posts: 1,454 View My Garage	I bet they lighten the overall weight of each corner... I'm also thinking 275's on the front and 315's on the back. IMHO. __________________

02-07-2011, 09:06 PM	#489
htron50 Drives: 2012 ZL1 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,459	If this car is HP they best make it 600++ HP due to Zeta platform. Dis thang will rule for a few years til the real Z comes out. And, it will still be below this in total horsepower IMO. But it will weigh less. WHAT I WILL BE LOOKING FOR ON Wednesday: 1. Iconic? 2. Historial? 3. Respect Lagacy of Camaro? 4. How much technology has been transferred from mules to final street version? 5. Engineering and delivery of FORM and FUNCTION. 6) And COST per / hp. I'll be looking at every aspect of it from those standards. Hope you will. Lets Talk Wed! __________________ *2012* *CAMARO-ZL1 Sincere Thanks to City Chevrolet, Charlotte, NC* http://www.citychevrolet.com/blog/ca...et-camaro-zl1/

01-25-2011, 08:56 AM	#481
SSCamaro2010 Drives: 2010 Camaro 1ss/rs Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Kenosha/wi Posts: 264	are they widening the wheel wells to fit the rear rim/tire? or can we fit that in our cars right now?

02-07-2011, 09:18 PM	#490
KJinni Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 IBM Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: 'Zona Posts: 266	The Z06 comes with 315's stock, and I don't see GM making a Camaro with stock tires wider than a Corvette... I do hope I'm wrong though. __________________

02-08-2011, 12:32 AM	#493
mil0044 Drives: holden crewmen s Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Australia Posts: 1	gm should not be investing in z28 what it should be doing is exporting camaro to Australia

02-08-2011, 09:18 AM	#494
radz28 Petro-sexual Drives: Ultra-Grin Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Crapramento, Crapifornia Posts: 12,949 View My Garage	I think Australia has many other cars they'd be interested in and already have. CAMARO has roots in Australia, and I'm not sure how popular it would be, in light of what already appears to be a stronger RWD market. JMVHO. __________________ "...What IS true: We anticipated that this would happen - we are never finished - and yes, Ford DOES deserve to win now and then. To think that GM can come out with a car to make ford throw in the towel is simply foolhardy..." - fbodfather

02-08-2011, 07:01 PM	#497
Blown355 Drives: 2012 ZL1 Black M6 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Austin TX Posts: 427 View My Garage	"Based on those tire widths, if that isn't a typo, I'm suspecting the Z28 will either have wider body panels or a mini-tub on the rear. Hoping for the wider panels ala Z06. Please let it be a mini tub. That would be sweet!! Nothing crazy mind you, just enough to stuff some meats under it. __________________ 2012 ZL1 #1092 Black on Black 10 spoke M6 ECF 8.6" lower pulley (no tune) 552 rwhp 05/22/2012 (6000) Vehicle delivered to customer.

02-08-2011, 08:00 PM	#498
OldJedi Use the Force Drives: 1967 FI Corvette and CRT ZL1 #336 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Davie, Fl. Posts: 2,779	Based on spy photos and information from the dealer's meeting, I feel it will have Goodyear 285 fronts and 305 rears without any body or tubbing modifications. A heat extractor hood, heavy duty axles, lowered suspension, new grill, larger rear spoiler and 585HP. Or I could really be off and they introduce a Camaro station wagon! __________________ Walk softly, carry a light saber and drive a ZL1! Last edited by OldJedi; 02-08-2011 at 10:30 PM.

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