Parked next to a 5.0 today - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

ibeck · 06-26-2011, 05:43 PM

And had time to take a quick look at the Mustang. This looked like a base 5.0, no HID, large wheels or leather on the inside. When I stepped back, it really didn't seem special at all to be honest. I don't hate Mustangs, but definitely prefer my Camaro over them. Of course, I'd take a 5.0 over a V6 Camaro but I'd rather have a SS. To top it off, a family walking by stopped and asked me a bunch of questions about my Camaro, seemed like they didn't even notice the Mustang. I could tell the Mustang owner liked his car as well though, since he was parked far from the entrance and by himself. I had the respect to leave a space in between us. Anyway, here's a picture:

Grim Reaper SS · 06-26-2011, 05:50 PM

camaro ftw

Lawdog86 · 06-26-2011, 05:51 PM

If you look just right at the front bumper lights and all, it almost look's pissed to be parked next to the ford! lol

ackeight · 06-26-2011, 05:57 PM

Looks like it did 10 years ago

AUS10BMX · 06-26-2011, 05:59 PM

Perfect example of who has the better body lines...

Ladybugsmom · 06-26-2011, 06:01 PM

Mustang looks boring, even if it is the 5.0.... jus' sayin'...

ibeck · 06-26-2011, 06:09 PM

My thoughts exactly, even though it is a 5.0 it just looked way too plain jane. The Camaro makes a statement if you ask me

AUS10BMX · 06-26-2011, 06:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ibeck

My thoughts exactly, even though it is a 5.0 it just looked way too plain jane. The Camaro makes a statement if you ask me

Exactly..

rm2092 · 06-26-2011, 08:51 PM

To me the Camaro body has more of a WOW factor then the Mustang to be honest the interior is better looking then the body.

brantley847 · 06-26-2011, 09:02 PM

My buddy just got the 5.0... he actually loves my Camaro and the look of our vehicle, but grew up in a Ford vehicle. We have fun checking out each others vehicles... I admire American muscle and love going out with his 5.0 and my Camaro.

If I take my homer glasses off, I have to admit the vehicle is sweet. However, it is an old and tired look now.. I think he even realizes that. Even the 2014 concept is the same exact vehicle that has been out for 15 years.

He purchased some performance upgrade for rather cheap and that gave him the wheel upgrade to 19in wheels (with very attractive stock rims), brembos, and a strut tower brace. I was a little annoyed to see that... granted I know they are only 250-300 bucks for us, but something I think chevy could have at least offered down the road for us. His 5.0 handles a bit better than my SS, but I think the playing field will be a tad bit more even in a few weeks with my hotchkis track pack. You do def notice driving in a vehicle without independent rear susp once you have been in the Camaro

I love this Camaro more than any car I have ever owned... plan to keep it my whole life if I can. However, after seeing his options available to him... the ONE area I wish GM would have improved on would be the availability of well researched and competitive performance parts to this vehicle in after market FROM GM. I think they dropped the ball big time on that end...I guess that is ONE benefit of having the same structure and design for over a decade with Ford.

With the appearance upgrade and the HIDs it is a good lookin car. All in all, it is not a bad car at all, fact is most of us would have been interested in one if the Camaro never came out, but damn that look is just too tired. My buddy will be the first to admit his car wont turn heads like this was does...

BackinBlackSS/RS · 06-26-2011, 09:02 PM

I hope you didn't get any on you.

ooojerry · 06-26-2011, 09:19 PM

Whenever I go to work on the weekend this guy in a 5.0 parks at walmart and manages to take up a whole 4 parking spots just parks right in the middle. Its just facepalm.

Brett64D · 06-26-2011, 09:27 PM

Our friend bought the GT before I managed to convince the wife that the SS was a needed addition to the family

It's an ok car but Ford missed the boat by not updating the style. We will see what they have in store for 2014/15 but I don't think it will cause whiplash lke the Camaro does. You know we are really helping the economy by keeping Chiropractors busy

jay4190 · 06-26-2011, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lawdog86

If you look just right at the front bumper lights and all, it almost look's pissed to be parked next to the ford! lol

+1

06-26-2011, 05:43 PM	#1
ibeck OT's Most Wanted Drives: 2011 2LT RS, 2011 Legacy 2.5i Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: West Chester, OH Posts: 12,487 View My Garage	Parked next to a 5.0 today And had time to take a quick look at the Mustang. This looked like a base 5.0, no HID, large wheels or leather on the inside. When I stepped back, it really didn't seem special at all to be honest. I don't hate Mustangs, but definitely prefer my Camaro over them. Of course, I'd take a 5.0 over a V6 Camaro but I'd rather have a SS. To top it off, a family walking by stopped and asked me a bunch of questions about my Camaro, seemed like they didn't even notice the Mustang. I could tell the Mustang owner liked his car as well though, since he was parked far from the entrance and by himself. I had the respect to leave a space in between us. Anyway, here's a picture: __________________ 2011 SIM 2LT RS- Volant Powercore CAI, Poweraid Throttle Body Spacer, CNT Catback Exhaust, Passport Escort 9500i 2011 Legacy 2.5i- Floor mats. Oh and LED license plate bulbs. Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ibeck1013 Twitter: https://twitter.com/turkishbaus

06-26-2011, 05:57 PM	#4
ackeight Drives: 10' 2SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Rockwall, TX Posts: 1,389 View My Garage	Looks like it did 10 years ago __________________ ADM tuned 412HP/407RWTQ. Kooks 2" headers w/ cats, ADM race intake, Vmax TB, Pedders XA coilovers and ZL1 sways. 1le clone

06-26-2011, 06:01 PM	#6
Ladybugsmom Older than I look.... Drives: 2010 VR Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Washington Posts: 6,481 View My Garage	Mustang looks boring, even if it is the 5.0.... jus' sayin'... __________________ High Heels and Fast Wheels!!

06-26-2011, 06:09 PM	#7
ibeck OT's Most Wanted Drives: 2011 2LT RS, 2011 Legacy 2.5i Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: West Chester, OH Posts: 12,487 View My Garage	My thoughts exactly, even though it is a 5.0 it just looked way too plain jane. The Camaro makes a statement if you ask me __________________ 2011 SIM 2LT RS- Volant Powercore CAI, Poweraid Throttle Body Spacer, CNT Catback Exhaust, Passport Escort 9500i 2011 Legacy 2.5i- Floor mats. Oh and LED license plate bulbs. Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ibeck1013 Twitter: https://twitter.com/turkishbaus

06-26-2011, 08:51 PM	#9
rm2092 Drives: 2016 Mustang 5.0 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New Orleans Posts: 363	To me the Camaro body has more of a WOW factor then the Mustang to be honest the interior is better looking then the body. __________________ 2016 5.0 Deep Impact Blue 300A pkg, New Orleans. MODS: Roush axle-back exhaust, AEM DryFlow filter, Gloss Black PP wheels. New Orleans FaceBook Mustang Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/NewOrleansS550/

06-26-2011, 05:50 PM	#2
Grim Reaper SS Drives: 2011 Black Camaro SS Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 91 View My Garage	camaro ftw

06-26-2011, 05:51 PM	#3
Lawdog86 Drives: 2011 2SS Black w/Orange Stripes Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 309	If you look just right at the front bumper lights and all, it almost look's pissed to be parked next to the ford! lol

06-26-2011, 05:59 PM	#5
AUS10BMX Drives: 2010 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: G Posts: 1,257 View My Garage	Perfect example of who has the better body lines...

06-26-2011, 09:02 PM	#10
brantley847 v It bites. Drives: 2011 IBM 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2008 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 3,580	My buddy just got the 5.0... he actually loves my Camaro and the look of our vehicle, but grew up in a Ford vehicle. We have fun checking out each others vehicles... I admire American muscle and love going out with his 5.0 and my Camaro. If I take my homer glasses off, I have to admit the vehicle is sweet. However, it is an old and tired look now.. I think he even realizes that. Even the 2014 concept is the same exact vehicle that has been out for 15 years. He purchased some performance upgrade for rather cheap and that gave him the wheel upgrade to 19in wheels (with very attractive stock rims), brembos, and a strut tower brace. I was a little annoyed to see that... granted I know they are only 250-300 bucks for us, but something I think chevy could have at least offered down the road for us. His 5.0 handles a bit better than my SS, but I think the playing field will be a tad bit more even in a few weeks with my hotchkis track pack. You do def notice driving in a vehicle without independent rear susp once you have been in the Camaro I love this Camaro more than any car I have ever owned... plan to keep it my whole life if I can. However, after seeing his options available to him... the ONE area I wish GM would have improved on would be the availability of well researched and competitive performance parts to this vehicle in after market FROM GM. I think they dropped the ball big time on that end...I guess that is ONE benefit of having the same structure and design for over a decade with Ford. With the appearance upgrade and the HIDs it is a good lookin car. All in all, it is not a bad car at all, fact is most of us would have been interested in one if the Camaro never came out, but damn that look is just too tired. My buddy will be the first to admit his car wont turn heads like this was does... __________________ 2011 2SS/RS Performance: 439 RWHP: 226/236 Comp Cam, Kooks 1-7/8, CAInc, Borla S type, Vmax TB, Rx Catch Can, Trans cooler, SLP 160 termo, Melling high volume, Eibach Springs/Sways 1" drop, Whiteline complete bushing kit.

06-26-2011, 09:02 PM	#11
BackinBlackSS/RS Go Blue!!!!! Drives: 2012 Cruze LT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 23,290	I hope you didn't get any on you.

06-26-2011, 09:19 PM	#12
ooojerry Drives: FAST Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: CA Posts: 156	Whenever I go to work on the weekend this guy in a 5.0 parks at walmart and manages to take up a whole 4 parking spots just parks right in the middle. Its just facepalm. __________________

06-26-2011, 09:27 PM	#13
Brett64D Drives: 2010 2SS/RS A6 LS3 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Europe Posts: 149 View My Garage	Our friend bought the GT before I managed to convince the wife that the SS was a needed addition to the family It's an ok car but Ford missed the boat by not updating the style. We will see what they have in store for 2014/15 but I don't think it will cause whiplash lke the Camaro does. You know we are really helping the economy by keeping Chiropractors busy Attached Images

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