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JeepinMatt · 11-02-2007, 01:38 AM

Are you worried/concerned about anything in particular about the new Camaro? I'm confident that GM will make it an awesome car, but I'm still worried about weight. It's been discussed to death and it's all speculation at this point, but to be honest I'm not so sure I would pony up (no pun intended) the cash if it weighs in at 3700-3800 lbs. 3500, maybe, there's always room for dropping weight, but not by 500-600 pounds. I really just want a track machine, road legal, but I don't mind tossing even the most basic comforts. Anything worrying you?

i3litzkrieg · 11-02-2007, 02:33 AM

it will be made the way it needs to be made dont worry man its a camaro ........... no camaro is designed to be a commute car , keep saving money cuz this car wont dissapoint ya , the weight ya , maybe it will be a heavy monster ..........but u can always change all the exterior to carbon fiber if u want and have the money http://www.anvilauto.com/

just contac them once the camaro is out and order a custom camaro fiber glass body

stovt001 · 11-02-2007, 05:24 AM

Every worry I have seems to be assuaged by the good people at GM eventually. I was worried about weight, but they kept the massive G8 under 4,000 pounds, so I have no doubt they'll be able to keep the much smaller Camaro lightweight. I also worry about price, but fbodfather himself assured us we would be pleasantly surprised at how low they'll keep the price. Given the weak dollar and GM's new favorable labor contract, I have every reason to believe that. I still worry a bit about dealer gouging and supply problems, but I'm waiting a few years anyway for various reasons, so I think that will all even out after a while. So far all the changes we know about that have been made from the concept to the prototype have been acceptable.

JanitorJay · 11-02-2007, 11:26 AM

I know the car is going to be amazing. and like stovt said, the fbodfather assured us it will be priced well. So no worries here.

*TAG UR IT* · 11-02-2007, 11:33 AM

Not worried about a thing...or than not being able to be able to afford the top dog Z28.

The_Stache · 11-02-2007, 11:47 AM

weight weight weight.. everyone worries about weight... DONT! The guys who went to the focus group meeting are saying that weight is not an issue.. so look for this to come in at around the mustang.. IE between 3400-3700.

My only worry is having 3 cars to choose from and all of them being comparable to the other (Mustang/Challenger/Camaro). From all indications the challenger is out due to production numbers the first 2-3 years. The mustang is the one in the dark right now.. not much info on 09+ model years..
The camaro is in the same boat as the mustang.. just not much true information yet.

stovt001 · 11-02-2007, 12:02 PM

I could live with 3400 to 3700 pounds. That seems acceptable for a mid-size RWD V8 powered coupe. Of course some lightweight aftermarket parts couldn't hurt none...

*TAG UR IT* · 11-02-2007, 12:37 PM

Not worried about weight one bit. Jenny Craig has been mentioned...the designers and well...everyone has mentioned that weight is one of their biggest priorities. With that much attention to weight, I'm not worried...not for a second. I just hope they don't "cheapen" the Camaro in the attempt to make it lighter...mainly the interior aspect. And...if they do, give people the option of ordering billet aluminum for some of those key parts in the cab. Then, if they complain it weighs too much, it's their own deal.

But, I for one, want my interior looking as true to the concept as possible...w/ the billet, etc. If that makes it weigh a few more pounds, then so be it.

unclerico86 · 11-02-2007, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by TAG UR IT

Not worried about weight one bit. Jenny Craig has been mentioned...the designers and well...everyone has mentioned that weight is one of their biggest priorities. With that much attention to weight, I'm not worried...not for a second. I just hope they don't "cheapen" the Camaro in the attempt to make it lighter...mainly the interior aspect. And...if they do, give people the option of ordering billet aluminum for some of those key parts in the cab. Then, if they complain it weighs too much, it's their own deal.

But, I for one, want my interior looking as true to the concept as possible...w/ the billet, etc. If that makes it weigh a few more pounds, then so be it.

What he said!!!

Jay · 11-03-2007, 01:45 PM

I could care less about the weight, you know they have to stay in competition with competitors... so it will be just fine.... if anything at all I just hope that the interior of the car will be 'quality-full' and they stick to the original concept for the actual car.... alotta times you hear car companies say the car will be like the concept but it isn't.

Cubanaso · 11-03-2007, 08:02 PM

GM has been doing a good job with their cars, but I worry about the following:

Two V6's meaning no mid level V8 and the V8 version costing over 30K.

A fat hog when it comes to weight, it should come in at no more than 3500 pounds (I'm a RX8 owner and am WELL aware at the evils of weight with performance/fuel economy/balance/handling/etc)

High price

Looks, engine, and fuel economy (GM V8's do a great job considering) are not my concern.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 11-03-2007, 11:11 PM

What if I were to remind you....that there will be an "affordable V8 well under 30k"? Plus it's competing with the Stang so.....

I'll be honest, can't remember where I heard that, but it was definitely from a reputable source...or I wouldn't have posted it

joes3rdcamaro82/91/2010 · 11-03-2007, 11:38 PM

I am some what worried about wieght, but not to much. I just hope the product looks as good as the concept!!!!! I got to have that cowl hood..and the top gas cap.

$¢'s 5th Gen · 11-04-2007, 12:07 AM

[QUOTE=Dragoneye;29204]What if I were to remind you....that there will be an "affordable V8 well under 30k"?QUOTE]

I hope the affordable V8 is the LS3

with 400 - 430 hp and I want it lighter than the GTO. I dont even need it to be well under maybe just right at 30k

11-02-2007, 01:38 AM	#1
JeepinMatt Drives: '99 Wrangler Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 201	Worried? Are you worried/concerned about anything in particular about the new Camaro? I'm confident that GM will make it an awesome car, but I'm still worried about weight. It's been discussed to death and it's all speculation at this point, but to be honest I'm not so sure I would pony up (no pun intended) the cash if it weighs in at 3700-3800 lbs. 3500, maybe, there's always room for dropping weight, but not by 500-600 pounds. I really just want a track machine, road legal, but I don't mind tossing even the most basic comforts. Anything worrying you?

11-02-2007, 02:33 AM	#2
i3litzkrieg Drives: custom camaro 95 3.4 v6 300hp Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: mexico Posts: 59	it will be made the way it needs to be made dont worry man its a camaro ........... no camaro is designed to be a commute car , keep saving money cuz this car wont dissapoint ya , the weight ya , maybe it will be a heavy monster ..........but u can always change all the exterior to carbon fiber if u want and have the money http://www.anvilauto.com/ just contac them once the camaro is out and order a custom camaro fiber glass body __________________ ''When I walk into the garage and see my Camaro, I don't see a piece of machinery.....I see a friend.'' someone at camaro5.com Last edited by i3litzkrieg; 11-02-2007 at 02:52 AM.

11-02-2007, 11:47 AM	#6
The_Stache SoCal Race Team #13 Drives: 2010 1SS:RS:LS3:SW Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 1,800 View My Garage	weight weight weight.. everyone worries about weight... DONT! The guys who went to the focus group meeting are saying that weight is not an issue.. so look for this to come in at around the mustang.. IE between 3400-3700. My only worry is having 3 cars to choose from and all of them being comparable to the other (Mustang/Challenger/Camaro). From all indications the challenger is out due to production numbers the first 2-3 years. The mustang is the one in the dark right now.. not much info on 09+ model years.. The camaro is in the same boat as the mustang.. just not much true information yet. __________________ A.K.A - Diarmadhi (old handle) - So much to do.. So little money Owner : Fast-Stache Industries LLC

11-03-2007, 01:45 PM	#10
Jay Drives: Audi A4 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Van City, Canada Posts: 429	I could care less about the weight, you know they have to stay in competition with competitors... so it will be just fine.... if anything at all I just hope that the interior of the car will be 'quality-full' and they stick to the original concept for the actual car.... alotta times you hear car companies say the car will be like the concept but it isn't. __________________ "HEAVEN JUST COULDN'T HANDLE ALL THE NOISE" JAY

11-03-2007, 08:02 PM	#11
Cubanaso Follower of CHRIST! Drives: 2005 Mazda RX8 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Central FL Posts: 299	GM has been doing a good job with their cars, but I worry about the following: Two V6's meaning no mid level V8 and the V8 version costing over 30K. A fat hog when it comes to weight, it should come in at no more than 3500 pounds (I'm a RX8 owner and am WELL aware at the evils of weight with performance/fuel economy/balance/handling/etc) High price Looks, engine, and fuel economy (GM V8's do a great job considering) are not my concern. __________________ A GM V8 in every home....

11-02-2007, 05:24 AM	#3
stovt001 Drives: 2006 Cobalt, 2004 Taurus wagon Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: California Posts: 3,810	Every worry I have seems to be assuaged by the good people at GM eventually. I was worried about weight, but they kept the massive G8 under 4,000 pounds, so I have no doubt they'll be able to keep the much smaller Camaro lightweight. I also worry about price, but fbodfather himself assured us we would be pleasantly surprised at how low they'll keep the price. Given the weak dollar and GM's new favorable labor contract, I have every reason to believe that. I still worry a bit about dealer gouging and supply problems, but I'm waiting a few years anyway for various reasons, so I think that will all even out after a while. So far all the changes we know about that have been made from the concept to the prototype have been acceptable.

11-02-2007, 11:26 AM	#4
JanitorJay Drives: 97 Camaro Vert Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: NH Posts: 18	I know the car is going to be amazing. and like stovt said, the fbodfather assured us it will be priced well. So no worries here.

11-02-2007, 11:33 AM	#5
TAG UR IT www.Camaro5store.com Drives: 2014 ZL1 #705 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SA, Texas Posts: 26,544 View My Garage	Not worried about a thing...or than not being able to be able to afford the top dog Z28.

11-02-2007, 12:02 PM	#7
stovt001 Drives: 2006 Cobalt, 2004 Taurus wagon Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: California Posts: 3,810	I could live with 3400 to 3700 pounds. That seems acceptable for a mid-size RWD V8 powered coupe. Of course some lightweight aftermarket parts couldn't hurt none...

11-02-2007, 12:37 PM	#8
TAG UR IT www.Camaro5store.com Drives: 2014 ZL1 #705 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SA, Texas Posts: 26,544 View My Garage	Not worried about weight one bit. Jenny Craig has been mentioned...the designers and well...everyone has mentioned that weight is one of their biggest priorities. With that much attention to weight, I'm not worried...not for a second. I just hope they don't "cheapen" the Camaro in the attempt to make it lighter...mainly the interior aspect. And...if they do, give people the option of ordering billet aluminum for some of those key parts in the cab. Then, if they complain it weighs too much, it's their own deal. But, I for one, want my interior looking as true to the concept as possible...w/ the billet, etc. If that makes it weigh a few more pounds, then so be it.

11-03-2007, 11:11 PM	#12
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 31,873 View My Garage	What if I were to remind you....that there will be an "affordable V8 well under 30k"? Plus it's competing with the Stang so..... I'll be honest, can't remember where I heard that, but it was definitely from a reputable source...or I wouldn't have posted it __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

11-03-2007, 11:38 PM	#13
joes3rdcamaro82/91/2010 Z28 Hold Out! Drives: 2000 Monte Carlo SS Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Wichita, Ks. Posts: 351	I am some what worried about wieght, but not to much. I just hope the product looks as good as the concept!!!!! I got to have that cowl hood..and the top gas cap.

11-04-2007, 12:07 AM	#14
$¢'s 5th Gen Drives: SUV & Chaparral Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 108	[QUOTE=Dragoneye;29204]What if I were to remind you....that there will be an "affordable V8 well under 30k"?QUOTE] I hope the affordable V8 is the LS3 with 400 - 430 hp and I want it lighter than the GTO. I dont even need it to be well under maybe just right at 30k