[Hylton]

To the employees of the Oshawa Car Assembly Plant;
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My 5th Generation Camaro story began in an unlikely place – a local movie theatre.
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I sat and watched Transformers with my wife. You know what comes next... the old car updates its appearance, and changes into the new Camaro concept. I had seen the car in advertising and concept art, but seeing there on screen gave me chills. I leaned over and told my wife “I’m getting one of those”. She laughed, pushed me away, and we enjoyed the movie. Every time we watched the movie again over the next year or so, I reminded her – “I’m getting one of those”.
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When it was announced that the Camaro would be built here in Oshawa, I got REALLY excited. I knew from my previous cars – a Lumina and two Impalas that cars built here were well built, and for us – problem free. As well, this meant I would see them on our area streets, and be able to drive by the plant and check them out in the shipping lots and elsewhere.
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The wait was painful – I ordered my car on May 21st, but when I picked it up 4 month later on September 17th, it was all worth it. The hours deliberating over color, options, etc – all worth it! The moment I saw the car at the dealer was an emotional one – and I was VERY happy. The week and a half I have been driving? A truly great experience. Everyone loves the car, everywhere I go. The car is a pleasure to drive. The fit and finish is excellent, and many people comment on the great materials used. From the great leather seating to the ambient lighting, to all of the little touches. And as a technology guy – the car is great. I love driving with my iPhone connected – playing back my tunes and taking phone calls on the hands free system as they come in. Tuning to my favourite XM stations... and cranking up a CD on the great Boston Acoustics system.
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The bottom line? A million thanks to everyone involved in the production of my car. I’ve lived in Oshawa a long time and witnessed the ups and downs for those in the auto industry. I’ve read the headlines, seen the letters to the editor, witnessed the emotion of a town dealing with such tumultuous times for an industry, and perhaps the town’s biggest benefactor. Without you all, and your hard work, this car would still be a dream – you have made it a reality. Your dedication to the quality and efficiency of your work have contributed to this car, and as things move forward will be key to GM’s road back to #1 carmaker.
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Again, I can’t thank you all enough. You’ve built my dream car and delivered it home. I’m proud to own a great car built right here in Oshawa. Thanks for making that possible.
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Thanks,
Paul P.
Oshawa, Ontario
2010 Camaro 2LT – IBM w/Beige Interior – 2G1FC1EV3A9146047
To Everyone at GM-Oshawa,