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Originally Posted by fbodfather
Mr. TrackClub - I'm going to try to be as nice as possible here.
For 37 pages, people within the industry have TRIED -- OVER AND OVER AGAIN to explain to you the 'facts of life' as they pertain to product development.
..........and you continue to argue.
Perhaps you need to simply go back and READ CAREFULLY what people are saying -- because frankly you're starting to sound a bit ridiculous to anyone who truly understands this business. (....not armchair engineers - I mean people who are in the know....)
I don't like saying that -but I don't know what else to do to get your attention or to make you understand.
(...one of my biggest frustrations is trying to share our experiences and our knowledge with the public at large.........)
I'm simply stunned.
We've developed a line of cars that are the envy of many manufacturers.
a 323 hp thrill-ride for well under 25K with a list a mile long of standard equipment
...and then:
SS
1LE
ZL1
and now Z/28.....
....a Camaro for just about every purpose -- every one of them a thoroughbred -- every one of them a value when compared to other cars with similar performance and features................
........and then there's the Corvette -
............and yet people are still upset with us.
Does anyone realize how ridiculous some of the remarks in this thread sound?
Now -- all that said? The Camaro Enthusiast community at large is celebrating..........as well they should.
We will continue to visit with our Camaro/Firebird Clubs and we'll continue to sit "one on one" to ensure that we offer the best 'bang for the buck' while also meeting Federal Mandates..........
For those of you who want a "More affordable" Z/28? May I suggest you go out and test-drive a 1LE today? Prepare for "Perma-grin"..........
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Dear Fbodfather, thank you for being nice (a baseball bat in hand notwithstanding). Foregive me, but being new here, I surmise you work for GM in a senior capacity and close to Camaros specifically? I absolutely love what GM has to offer et al: from Camaros, to CTS Vs, Chevy SS and of course the Vette. But, I would be dishonest if I said that I shared this feeling towards the z28. Specifically from the pricing POV. As a prior owner of a brand new 81 z28 (the best car I've ever owned, or maybe it was just the memories of it), I, like many others, wished you hadn't taken this model "up market" and out of reach of many. I presently own a C5Z and track it frequently. I am looking for a replacement and when the z28 got announced I thought it was it! Assuming you read my posts you understand (hopefully) why I feel the way I do. I too know a bit about product development and marketing (on a multi national, large budget basis) albeit I am neither an engineer, nor an encyclopedic car buff per se. I just like to drive. I have a tremendous brand loyalty, but am sensitive to value vs performance aspect. Based on the published tests, I almost purchased a ZL1, until I saw comments regarding heat soak issues. This surprised me, as I know many folks who track zr1s without such issues. Would you kindly comment on this subject, assuming you can. If so, I much appreciate it in advance. If not, perhaps you could direct me to one of your colleagues? Thanks much!