I still have a call into my dealer, but here is the thread from the GM client assist people:
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Jane G: Hi brian! My name is Jane. How can I help you today?
brian: Hello, Is there any confirmation on dates or pricing for the new ZL1 Camaro for Canadian clients?
Jane G: Hi Brian. Let me check and see if there are any recent announcements. Do you mind holding for a moment?
brian: GA
brian: My dealer has it on his "workbench" order but GM won't accept the order in the computer yet. In the US they are accepting orders as of last Saturday, but no joy for Canada.
Jane G: I am sorry for that Brian. I have just found that it looks like it's going to be a 2013 release, and we are just getting out the 2012 new vehicle information at this time.
Jane G: For your convenience Brian, here is a link to a great article on our web site:
http://media.gm.ca/content/media/ca/en/gm/news.detail.html/content/Pages/news/ca/en/2011/Oct/1011_Camaro_ZL1
Jane G: We would suggest staying in touch with your dealership. They are always the first to receive new order information.
brian: You mean 2012 release? I can't see we have to wait until 2013 for ZL1 in Canada
Jane G: You should be able to order it, but again because there is no formal announcements yet, I wouldn't be able to guess on the availability of sales and spec information at this time. I want to ensure you have accurate information Brian.
Jane G: In the article, it is indicated that they are looking at late 2012 vehicle sales to start.
Jane G: Again, I am sorry the information is not yet available.
brian: K thanks for trying
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