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VenomZ302 · 03-25-2009, 10:47 AM

So in playing with the competition's car builder (no worries, I don't think I'd ever buy a Mustang), I noticed that Ford's giving the option of the rear view camera that my G35 has on the 2010 Mustang. I've found it to be spoiling, but extremely helpful. Especially while parallel parking. I kind of wish that GM had this as an option on the Camaro, but do you think they may add it as an option? If they add it, would it even be possible to fit into a 2010? I kind of don't think so, given the dash and a lack of video screen.

Thoughts?

Silver Streak · 03-25-2009, 10:59 AM

camaropete · 03-25-2009, 11:08 AM

Well, it doesn't have to necessarily have a video screen on the dash. I have seen some (in Fords) that have a small screen in the rearview mirror. It requires a slightly larger rearview mirror, but it isn't too bad. There are also aftermarket options also like this one -

As for if GM will offer either option ->

DDustiNN · 03-25-2009, 11:09 AM

They will be adding the rear parking assist sensors, but I'm not sure a camera...

Silver Streak · 03-25-2009, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by camaropete

Well, it doesn't have to necessarily have a video screen on the dash. I have seen some (in Fords) that have a small screen in the rearview mirror. It requires a slightly larger rearview mirror, but it isn't too bad. There are also aftermarket options also like this one -

As for if GM will offer either option ->

I can't see myself needing something like that, but damn that is pretty cool. Does it come with the same back seat occupants?

ZYAL8R · 03-25-2009, 11:16 AM

OH NO! Here we go

I think these things are cool but I don't want them anywhere near my Camaro. That stuff belongs on an SUV w/ good reason, but a Camaro....really?

Jamie Mac · 03-25-2009, 11:20 AM

I plan on driving mine forward. Everyone else should have one though so they can get the hell out of my way!

trudawg660 · 03-25-2009, 11:25 AM

but from what the reviews are saying the c pillars makes it really hard to see, with that being it would help with the blind spots. not saying i would buy it or anything, the mustang might have that same problems and a camera was a way to somewhat fix that.

Q8-CamaroSS · 03-25-2009, 11:35 AM

Can we have the in Dash screen fist ?!

VenomZ302 · 03-25-2009, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by ZYAL8R

OH NO! Here we go

I think these things are cool but I don't want them anywhere near my Camaro. That stuff belongs on an SUV w/ good reason, but a Camaro....really?

You realize that they only engage when backing up, right? Like I said, they're most helpful when parallel parking.

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Originally Posted by Q8-CamaroSS

Can we have the in Dash screen fist ?!

Yeah. That would be nice to have first.

*radz28* · 03-25-2009, 12:30 PM

For me, I wouldn't want or need it. I think it'd be cool to have as an option for those that do want it. I don't really think visability is going to be too much less than the last generation so I think I can make due. Personally, I like the idea these conveniences, but I don't like how they're grouped together with other features. Anyways, I'd vote to have it as an option; I don't think it'll be seen within the next few years though. I don't think GM is going to have many significant changes to these cars for a little while now, so rag-top withstanding (maybe Z28 in a few years) I don't expect we're going to see much in the way of change - okay, maybe ABL.

FenwickHockey65 · 03-25-2009, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by camaropete

Well, it doesn't have to necessarily have a video screen on the dash. I have seen some (in Fords) that have a small screen in the rearview mirror. It requires a slightly larger rearview mirror, but it isn't too bad. There are also aftermarket options also like this one -

As for if GM will offer either option ->

GM has the same technology in the Traverse...

Thwick · 03-25-2009, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by camaropete

Anyone else notice that the video screen is showing whats AHEAD of the car?

camaropete · 03-25-2009, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Thwick

Anyone else notice that the video screen is showing whats AHEAD of the car?

Two possible explanations:
1. He's driving backwards.
2. It is rush hour and the cars backed up behind him are driving backwards.

I did notice that, but figured the disclaimer "video images simulated" covered it.

RadRacer · 03-25-2009, 01:15 PM

I'd love to have the backup sensor technology in the Camaro. It'd be nice it could be added on later on when it becomes available.

joepitt · 03-25-2009, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by RadRacer

I'd love to have the backup sensor technology in the Camaro. It'd be nice it could be added on later on when it becomes available.

I too would like some kind of backup sensor or camera. I once backed into a short steel piller. It was one of four that had been placed around a light pole to keep from being hit. I could see the pole, but the steel piller was just about bumper height and I couldn't see it out the back window in a car with better visibility then the Camaro. My brother had backup sensors added to his honda after he bought it, so that may be an option for the Camaro.

camaropete · 03-25-2009, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by RadRacer

I'd love to have the backup sensor technology in the Camaro. It'd be nice it could be added on later on when it becomes available.

There are aftermarket sensors that can be added. I had an SUV that we were thinking about having them added to. I forget the exact price, but I was pleasantly surprised with how cheap it was. Something like $250 for 4 sensors I think.

Bocephus · 03-25-2009, 01:24 PM

One thing cool about the rear view camera in the Mustang: when you go from reverse to a forward gear the camera stays on for a few seconds. You can watch your own burnout!

Chevyrocker · 03-25-2009, 01:45 PM

Yea, it's cool in the Traverse and the Tahoe and such, but not in the Camaro. It's called turning your head people...

kylepo · 03-25-2009, 02:04 PM

from what I have heard its coming.....along with real navi

DET MUSL · 03-25-2009, 02:21 PM

Here's my opinion on this....... I don't need a damn camera to help me park. That's what mirrors are for. If you cannot parallel park without use of a camera, you should not have a license imo.

SRFnSNO · 03-25-2009, 02:27 PM

Camera are easy to install.
I have both front and Rear view on my AV.
Nice to see what you are about to run over.

SSOOCH · 03-25-2009, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Jamie Mac

I plan on driving mine forward. Everyone else should have one though so they can get the hell out of my way!

That's funny. Yeah, maybe they figured we don't need one since we will always be out front!!

Iwantone2 · 03-25-2009, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by SRFnSNO

Camera are easy to install.
I have both front and Rear view on my AV.
Nice to see what you are about to run over.

It's also nice if you enjoy hearing your girlfriend/wife complain about your driving. But now instead of just hearing, "Be careful for the car in front of you", you'll also hear, "You're too close to the car behind you!!!"

DET MUSL · 03-25-2009, 02:33 PM

Another thought if you need to back up, just floor it and do a 180

03-25-2009, 10:47 AM	#1
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03-25-2009, 10:59 AM	#2
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03-25-2009, 11:08 AM	#3
camaropete I love crepes Drives: 2010 Camaro SS RS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 5,313 View My Garage	Well, it doesn't have to necessarily have a video screen on the dash. I have seen some (in Fords) that have a small screen in the rearview mirror. It requires a slightly larger rearview mirror, but it isn't too bad. There are also aftermarket options also like this one - As for if GM will offer either option -> __________________

03-25-2009, 11:09 AM	#4
DDustiNN Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: MI Posts: 1,843	They will be adding the rear parking assist sensors, but I'm not sure a camera... __________________

03-25-2009, 11:16 AM	#6
ZYAL8R Drives: 2010 SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: In my garage Posts: 906	OH NO! Here we go I think these things are cool but I don't want them anywhere near my Camaro. That stuff belongs on an SUV w/ good reason, but a Camaro....really? __________________ 2010 Chevy Camaro Black on Black! 84' Chevy S-10 91' Chevy S-10 Ext. Cab 90' GMC Sierra Reg. Cab 350 V8 2003 GMC Sierra HD 4x4 Crew 6.0 2005 GMC Yukon 5.3 2008 GMC Ext. Cab 4x4 5.3 2008 GMC Yukon SLT 5.3 This truck man is about to go for something a little more sporty.

03-25-2009, 11:20 AM	#7
Jamie Mac Tired of whiners Drives: 2010 SS/RS IOM Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 2,156	I plan on driving mine forward. Everyone else should have one though so they can get the hell out of my way!

03-25-2009, 11:25 AM	#8
trudawg660 Drives: 2006 Dodge Charger / 2SS IOM Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 1,644	but from what the reviews are saying the c pillars makes it really hard to see, with that being it would help with the blind spots. not saying i would buy it or anything, the mustang might have that same problems and a camera was a way to somewhat fix that.

03-25-2009, 11:35 AM	#9
Q8-CamaroSS Muscle Owner Drives: 04 Chevy SSR/03 RST/82 Fj40 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Kuwait/Capital City Posts: 61	Can we have the in Dash screen fist ?! __________________ Chevrolet SSR '04 [IMG]http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g30/MadBoy_BadBoy/DS****21_2.jpg[/IMG] Fesler Moss Camaro 2010 LSX Supercharged Mid Loaded..

03-25-2009, 12:30 PM	#11
radz28 Petro-sexual Drives: Ultra-Grin Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Crapramento, Crapifornia Posts: 12,949 View My Garage	For me, I wouldn't want or need it. I think it'd be cool to have as an option for those that do want it. I don't really think visability is going to be too much less than the last generation so I think I can make due. Personally, I like the idea these conveniences, but I don't like how they're grouped together with other features. Anyways, I'd vote to have it as an option; I don't think it'll be seen within the next few years though. I don't think GM is going to have many significant changes to these cars for a little while now, so rag-top withstanding (maybe Z28 in a few years) I don't expect we're going to see much in the way of change - okay, maybe ABL. __________________ "...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

03-25-2009, 01:15 PM	#15
RadRacer Drives: Civic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 16	I'd love to have the backup sensor technology in the Camaro. It'd be nice it could be added on later on when it becomes available.

03-25-2009, 01:24 PM	#18
Bocephus Drives: 2011 Mustang GT, Kona, BBP, 3.73 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ocala, FL Posts: 193	One thing cool about the rear view camera in the Mustang: when you go from reverse to a forward gear the camera stays on for a few seconds. You can watch your own burnout!

03-25-2009, 01:45 PM	#19
Chevyrocker Weekend Rockstar Drives: Depends on the day... Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: West Palm Beach Posts: 1,445	Yea, it's cool in the Traverse and the Tahoe and such, but not in the Camaro. It's called turning your head people... __________________ *Shortcuts can slow you down...*

03-25-2009, 02:04 PM	#20
kylepo Drives: 2002 firehawk.....missing 02CE Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Midland MI/salamanca NY Posts: 360	from what I have heard its coming.....along with real navi

03-25-2009, 02:21 PM	#21
DET MUSL Let's Go Wings! Drives: 2005 Cobalt SS/SC Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Sandusky, Ohio Posts: 313 View My Garage	Here's my opinion on this....... I don't need a damn camera to help me park. That's what mirrors are for. If you cannot parallel park without use of a camera, you should not have a license imo. __________________ Current Ride 2005 Cobalt SS/SC Mods: GMPP Stage 2 K&N CAI Vibrant Racing Muffler Carbon Fiber Hood w/ SS style scoop Black Wheels Best 1/4 Mile Time 13.8 @ 101.4mph

03-25-2009, 02:27 PM	#22
SRFnSNO Drives: Blown & Flamed Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Jerzy Posts: 646 View My Garage	Camera are easy to install. I have both front and Rear view on my AV. Nice to see what you are about to run over.

03-25-2009, 02:33 PM	#25
DET MUSL Let's Go Wings! Drives: 2005 Cobalt SS/SC Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Sandusky, Ohio Posts: 313 View My Garage	Another thought if you need to back up, just floor it and do a 180 __________________ Current Ride 2005 Cobalt SS/SC Mods: GMPP Stage 2 K&N CAI Vibrant Racing Muffler Carbon Fiber Hood w/ SS style scoop Black Wheels Best 1/4 Mile Time 13.8 @ 101.4mph