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*GTAHVIT* · 08-25-2008, 08:40 PM

Great read.

IMO best of the recent prepro reviews.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro V-6
A drive in a prototype 2010 Chevy Camaro? At speed? On real roads? Who in their right mind would say no to that?

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...rest assured in the knowledge that, even in prototype V-6 form, the new Camaro is something GM should be proud of.

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Credit to MrGazinya for finding this article.

MrGazinya · 08-25-2008, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by gtahvit

Great read.

IMO best of the recent prepro reviews.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro V-6
A drive in a prototype 2010 Chevy Camaro? At speed? On real roads? Who in their right mind would say no to that?

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Silverghost · 08-25-2008, 09:04 PM

some new info in the article

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Originally Posted by automobilemag

The optional four-instrument gauge cluster on the front of the console has been modified in the past few months, eliminating the torque readout shown in almost all official photography to date. The current gauges offer up oil pressure, oil temperature, electrical system voltage, and transmission temperature. (GM admits that the last one is kind of pointless in a car that will rarely, if ever, see a trailer hitch, but the cluster required four gauges for symmetry.)

TheMadHatter99 · 08-25-2008, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Silverghost

some new info in the article

I thought we read somewhere that in some packages the torque readout would still be there...

drivingincamaro · 08-25-2008, 09:08 PM

quote: And, yes, the view out the front is like looking through a mail slot.

The lack of back seat room: two seats, a cramped roofline, and very little exterior visibility. Kind of an accepted negative when you buy a small or mid-

:( :(

i wish there was a more back seat room for my friends

Silverghost · 08-25-2008, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by TheMadHatter99

I thought we read somewhere that in some packages the torque readout would still be there...

in both the "Camaro LS / LT / RS / SS specs and options" thread and in the Salesperson Reference Guide it is Vague, by design I’m sure. In all the Official pictures up till now it has the torque gauge. Only time will tell.

■■ Available four-pack
gauges in the center
console (under the
radio) reminiscent
of the past
– Contemporary
graphics
– LED backlit

AZCamaroFan · 08-25-2008, 09:18 PM

Sounds great. Only thing that bothers me is the notion of "sitting up high". I don't buy a Camaro for that. Great to hear how good the rear suspension is. I'm almost leaning towards the V6.

*The_Blur* · 08-25-2008, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by azfan

Sounds great. Only thing that bothers me is the notion of "sitting up high". I don't buy a Camaro for that. Great to hear how good the rear suspension is. I'm almost leaning towards the V6.

That V6 is no slouch. I've been considering it as well, although I really want the 400 horses out of the factory.

This review makes me very confident that the Camaro will dominate its class. If the magazines—the same ones that everyone reads to decide which car to get—are endorsing it, then it should sell with high demand.

TheMadHatter99 · 08-25-2008, 09:33 PM

Good overall article; probably more favorable than any of the others that have been poster today.

fbird777 · 08-25-2008, 09:42 PM

If the V6 is reviewed this well I can't wait to see what kind of review the SS gets.

*GTAHVIT* · 08-25-2008, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by The_Blur

That V6 is no slouch. I've been considering it as well, although I really want the 400 horses out of the factory.

This review makes me very confident that the Camaro will dominate its class. If the magazines—the same ones that everyone reads to decide which car to get—are endorsing it, then it should sell with high demand.

I'm telling you Blur, you're gonna want to get an SS.... All it will take is one test drive...

I'm in no way against the V6, I am so happy with what the V6 is capable of.

But you Blur will kick yourself if you don't get the V8.

To be fair let me offer this piece of advice. If you get the V6, never go for a ride in the V8. Just my very humble opinion. :seesaw:

I think it's safe to say this goes for Dragoneye also.

Vash · 08-25-2008, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by azfan

Sounds great. Only thing that bothers me is the notion of "sitting up high". I don't buy a Camaro for that. Great to hear how good the rear suspension is. I'm almost leaning towards the V6.

It's probably an illusion because of the high doors and thin windows.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 08-25-2008, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by gtahvit

I think it's safe to say this goes for Dragoneye also.

Not really...I'll need to test them both, you know that. I also WANT the SS with every grain in my body. But I already know that I don't need the SS. And my wallet will do a good job reminding me of that the day of.

I do, however, need a Camaro worthy of conversation - something I can stare back at in the driveway and the parking lot, something that will garner stares regardless of what engine is pulling it (especially since the RS looks so up-level), and most importanly I need a Camaro I can be proud of 100% beyond the time we are parted: and an LT/RS can and will provide just that.

But I'm still going to swing for an SS.

*GTAHVIT* · 08-25-2008, 10:27 PM

Of course you'd put together a perfectly logical post leaving all of your options open....

I should have known better.

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