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85convertibleZ28 · 12-19-2007, 09:40 AM

How long do you think the camaro will stay retro style, If you wait to long before you buy it what kind of changes will be done.

[KRPT]ECP · 12-19-2007, 09:49 AM

I would assume they would keep their design for anywhere from 5-10 years depending on how successful it is and how tastes and trends change. I think that the 6th gen could look like almost anything depending on again the current tastes and fashions. even though it's the camaro, GM is a company that markets it's product to sell as many models as possible and to that effect will design it in whatever way they believe will sell the most.

Elkyboy64 · 12-19-2007, 10:11 AM

I agree, it will probably stay close to it's new style for 5-10 years. After that I think the retro style fad will have faded and GM will move forward with a new design.

EllwynX · 12-19-2007, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by [KRPT]ECP

I would assume they would keep their design for anywhere from 5-10 years depending on how successful it is and how tastes and trends change. I think that the 6th gen could look like almost anything depending on again the current tastes and fashions. even though it's the camaro, GM is a company that markets it's product to sell as many models as possible and to that effect will design it in whatever way they believe will sell the most.

I don't think they could get away with keeping a body style for 10 years these days. At least not without making some minor changes every year, or a major refresh after 5 to keep it fresh.

The days of a generation lasting 11 years (1970-1981),10 years (1982-1992) or 9 years (1993-2002) is gone imo.

I don't think they should last more than 7/8 years myself.

Bruno · 12-19-2007, 10:29 AM

If it lasts for only 5 years it'll seem like the buildup from concept to the production 5th gen was almost as long as it lasts in production

Emher · 12-19-2007, 10:33 AM

I think seven our eight years. As long as tey don't go with Saabs insane keep a model the same for ten years plan.

*TAG UR IT* · 12-19-2007, 11:49 AM

I think the clock is already ticking on the style...and it hasn't even been released yet. I'd say 5 years before they redesign it.

2001ragtop · 12-19-2007, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by 85convertibleZ28

How long do you think the camaro will stay retro style, If you wait to long before you buy it what kind of changes will be done.

If history repeats itself, THIS style Camaro will be better than the next ones, so I would be sure to get one while you can.

(I don't think they plan on making the 6th gen look like a 1970 Camaro. But if they did ? Hmmm. I'm just getting theh 5th gen before everything goes downhill.)

I wouldn't assume this design will last that long. If they change the design BEFORE you were ready to buy, you might have to settle for a used one.

this is the only reason I am buying one.

(And don't forget that all of a sudden the government can ban these kinds of cars. ya never know!)

*Mr. Wyndham* · 12-19-2007, 12:19 PM

One thing I can Guarantee. The next design will become much more aerodynamic. And that's not to say that this one insn't - quite the contrary.

EDIT: And I still say it's not retro...

Dunk31 · 12-19-2007, 05:01 PM

Prolly 5 years, but I don't think it will be a major change. I think something progressive like the 97-98 changes in the 4th Gen. I think they will gradually bring it from the retro style to a completely contemporary style.

-Dunk-

stovt001 · 12-20-2007, 12:34 AM

It's not retro!!!!!!!!!!!! :bangdesk:

Most cars get redesigned in 4-8 years.

I love the early 2nd gen. Absolutely beautiful. After '72 or '73 it started going downhill. 4th gen styling was the worst, imho.

*TAG UR IT* · 12-20-2007, 03:07 AM

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4th gen styling was the worst, imho.

*KILLER74Z28* · 12-20-2007, 03:43 AM

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*Mindz* · 12-20-2007, 03:46 AM

I couldn't stand the 70's. Starting with 1970. I liked the iroc, didn't like the 94's but liked the 2002's. The SS fin and the new lights were the key thing.

*KILLER74Z28* · 12-20-2007, 03:48 AM

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I couldn't stand the 70's. Starting with 1970. I liked the iroc, didn't like the 94's but liked the 2002's. The SS fin and the new lights were the key thing.

*Mindz* · 12-20-2007, 03:56 AM

*Mr. Wyndham* · 12-20-2007, 08:18 AM

I've always had a soft spot in my heart for the 70's models...ALL of them. Maybe it's because everybody else didn't like them.

.............Or, because I grew up with one in my garage....

EllwynX · 12-20-2007, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by stovt001

It's not retro!!!!!!!!!!!! :bangdesk:

Most cars get redesigned in 4-8 years.

I love the early 2nd gen. Absolutely beautiful. After '72 or '73 it started going downhill. 4th gen styling was the worst, imho.

I'm you're polar opposite or something. LOL

I much prefer the late 2nd Gens to the early ones. And 4th Gens (1998-2002) were the best looking imo. Second are the 1991-1992 models.

*DGthe3* · 12-20-2007, 10:44 AM

I would say that the 5th gen will look roughly the same for at least 5 years. After that they will probably do a refresh or a redesign.

Secondly, the new Camaro is not retro! Retro-inspired? yes. To me, a car that is truley retro could be mistaken for an old model at a glance. Nobody will ever confuse the new Camaro with a 69.

Oh, and as for the styling of the different generations, from best to worst I would rate them: 5th, 1st, 3rd, 2nd, 4th.

Elkyboy64 · 12-20-2007, 11:32 AM

If you all are bashing your heads over my "retro" comment, please look at it again because I wrote retro style, is that any different than retro inspired??

*DGthe3* · 12-20-2007, 01:32 PM

It came off as if the camaro was being put into the same group of styling as the Challenger, PT Cruiser, HHR, etc

Design1stCode2nd · 12-20-2007, 02:09 PM

Average life-span or a car design is 5-7 years with a refresh after 3-4 years. Some models go longer but then they are normally neglected models (i.e. Ford Focus).

*TAG UR IT* · 12-20-2007, 03:55 PM

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*The_Blur* · 12-20-2007, 05:43 PM

They'll keep it until they know what else is selling well. If the Mustang and Challenger keep their retro looks and keep selling, then the Camaro will continue to compete with them. If the upcoming Supra looks good to consumers, then Chevy will take on more rounded Japanese styling. Since all of these cars are either coming out or getting redesigned at the same time, plan on the Zeta Camaro looking the same for a little while.

stovt001 · 12-20-2007, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Design1stCode2nd

Average life-span or a car design is 5-7 years with a refresh after 3-4 years. Some models go longer but then they are normally neglected models (i.e. Ford Focus).

Styling is actually very subjective. Sorry about the disagreements, never meant to start a fight. Well we all like different generations, so maybe a restyle won't be a bad thing at all after a couple years.

12-19-2007, 09:40 AM	#1
85convertibleZ28 Account Suspended Drives: 2010 camaro ss rs cgm M6 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 172 View My Garage	The style of the 5th gen - how long? How long do you think the camaro will stay retro style, If you wait to long before you buy it what kind of changes will be done.

12-19-2007, 10:33 AM	#6
Emher Pillaging Viking Drives: Saab 9-5 '99 (Hey it's a GM!) Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Sweden Posts: 1,205	I think seven our eight years. As long as tey don't go with Saabs insane keep a model the same for ten years plan. __________________ "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?"

12-19-2007, 11:49 AM	#7
TAG UR IT www.Camaro5store.com Drives: THRSS #2 / CGM#1 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SA, Texas Posts: 24,417 View My Garage	I think the clock is already ticking on the style...and it hasn't even been released yet. I'd say 5 years before they redesign it. __________________

12-19-2007, 12:19 PM	#9
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2012 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 25,268 View My Garage	One thing I can Guarantee. The next design will become much more aerodynamic. And that's not to say that this one insn't - quite the contrary. EDIT: And I still say it's not retro... __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - - *Read Before You Post.*

12-20-2007, 03:46 AM	#14
Mindz E.B.A.H. Drives: you wild... Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: In the happy padded room wearing a jacket that makes me hug myself... Posts: 16,512	I couldn't stand the 70's. Starting with 1970. I liked the iroc, didn't like the 94's but liked the 2002's. The SS fin and the new lights were the key thing. __________________ "J, you're my favorite Pokemod" ~Revo1

12-19-2007, 09:49 AM	#2
[KRPT]ECP Professional Lurker Drives: '97 LeSabre Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 133	I would assume they would keep their design for anywhere from 5-10 years depending on how successful it is and how tastes and trends change. I think that the 6th gen could look like almost anything depending on again the current tastes and fashions. even though it's the camaro, GM is a company that markets it's product to sell as many models as possible and to that effect will design it in whatever way they believe will sell the most.

12-19-2007, 10:11 AM	#3
Elkyboy64 AKA Bishop73 Drives: '70 Chevelle 454SS Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 91	I agree, it will probably stay close to it's new style for 5-10 years. After that I think the retro style fad will have faded and GM will move forward with a new design.

12-19-2007, 10:29 AM	#5
Bruno Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: OH now Posts: 312	If it lasts for only 5 years it'll seem like the buildup from concept to the production 5th gen was almost as long as it lasts in production

12-19-2007, 05:01 PM	#10
Dunk31 Instigator Drives: 93 Z28, 70 Chevelle SS 97 Expo Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kandahar, Afghanistan/St. Louis will always be home though. Posts: 192	Prolly 5 years, but I don't think it will be a major change. I think something progressive like the 97-98 changes in the 4th Gen. I think they will gradually bring it from the retro style to a completely contemporary style. -Dunk-

12-20-2007, 12:34 AM	#11
stovt001 Drives: 2006 Cobalt, 2004 Taurus wagon Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: California Posts: 3,817	It's not retro!!!!!!!!!!!! :bangdesk: Most cars get redesigned in 4-8 years. I love the early 2nd gen. Absolutely beautiful. After '72 or '73 it started going downhill. 4th gen styling was the worst, imho.

12-20-2007, 03:56 AM	#16
Mindz E.B.A.H. Drives: you wild... Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: In the happy padded room wearing a jacket that makes me hug myself... Posts: 16,512	__________________ "J, you're my favorite Pokemod" ~Revo1

12-20-2007, 08:18 AM	#17
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2012 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 25,268 View My Garage	I've always had a soft spot in my heart for the 70's models...ALL of them. Maybe it's because everybody else didn't like them. .............Or, because I grew up with one in my garage.... __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - - *Read Before You Post.*

12-20-2007, 10:44 AM	#19
DGthe3 Moderator.ca Drives: 05 Grand Am GT Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Niagara, Canada Posts: 20,726	I would say that the 5th gen will look roughly the same for at least 5 years. After that they will probably do a refresh or a redesign. Secondly, the new Camaro is not retro! Retro-inspired? yes. To me, a car that is truley retro could be mistaken for an old model at a glance. Nobody will ever confuse the new Camaro with a 69. Oh, and as for the styling of the different generations, from best to worst I would rate them: 5th, 1st, 3rd, 2nd, 4th. __________________ Note, if I've gotten any facts wrong in the above, just ignore any points I made with them __________________ Quote: In 2014 the camaro will have ... a twin turbo v6 ... around 350 to 360HP No. Let me repeat that. No. FbodFather __________________ Camaro5 Fest III Information Camaro5 Fest III pre-registration

12-20-2007, 11:32 AM	#20
Elkyboy64 AKA Bishop73 Drives: '70 Chevelle 454SS Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 91	If you all are bashing your heads over my "retro" comment, please look at it again because I wrote retro style, is that any different than retro inspired??

12-20-2007, 01:32 PM	#21
DGthe3 Moderator.ca Drives: 05 Grand Am GT Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Niagara, Canada Posts: 20,726	It came off as if the camaro was being put into the same group of styling as the Challenger, PT Cruiser, HHR, etc __________________ Note, if I've gotten any facts wrong in the above, just ignore any points I made with them __________________ Quote: In 2014 the camaro will have ... a twin turbo v6 ... around 350 to 360HP No. Let me repeat that. No. FbodFather __________________ Camaro5 Fest III Information Camaro5 Fest III pre-registration

12-20-2007, 02:09 PM	#22
Design1stCode2nd Drives: 08 STI/Family Hauler Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: MD Posts: 545	Average life-span or a car design is 5-7 years with a refresh after 3-4 years. Some models go longer but then they are normally neglected models (i.e. Ford Focus).

12-20-2007, 05:43 PM	#24
The_Blur Moderator, USN Drives: 2000 Firebird Formula NHRA SE Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Officer Candidate School Posts: 12,712	They'll keep it until they know what else is selling well. If the Mustang and Challenger keep their retro looks and keep selling, then the Camaro will continue to compete with them. If the upcoming Supra looks good to consumers, then Chevy will take on more rounded Japanese styling. Since all of these cars are either coming out or getting redesigned at the same time, plan on the Zeta Camaro looking the same for a little while. __________________ Get a good deal on your purchase. Read this. 117:123 RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. newborn gifts

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