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imgntht · 08-07-2012, 02:41 PM

Hello everyone. I stumbled upon this site about 2 weeks ago when I was learning about the Camaro. I've been browsing through various posts and figured I might as well join.

About me: My name is Jason and I'm a 34 year old male, married with 2 boys, living about 20-30 minutes west of downtown Chicago.

Current vehicle: Carbon Black 2007 GMC Acadia SLE AWD with 45K miles.

Previous vehicles: (most current to oldest) 2002 Mitsubishi Galant GTZ, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS-T, 1992 Eagle Talon NT, 1991 Nissan Stanza GLE. Yeah I know, lots of Imports...

Interested in: Camaro 1LT coupe.

Why am I here: I'm starting on my quest to purchase a new vehicle in the next 9-12 months and the Camaro is on my short list. I'm looking to stay with GM (employee discount through a family member), and I want to get back into a car. I also tend to get bored with cars quickly so I like to modify and make it more personal to me(basic performance bolt-ons and appearance items), so I need a car that has stronger aftermarket presence.

So far what I've read has me very excited about a Camaro. But since it will be what I have to live with for the next 5-7 years, I want to make sure I'm not being impulsive and short-sighted by the "coolness" of having a Camaro with so much aftermarket options.

I'm hoping to learn about known mechanical issues, quality of build, and overall impressions of the vehicle. I have yet to test drive one, and purposely holding off until it is closer to when I can purchase. So much of this is a pipe dream this far out anyway, no need to waste the saleperson's time.

One of my biggest concerns out of the gate is the visibility. Having sat in one at a dealership as well as the Chicago Auto Show, I'm not sure how long (if ever) it will take until I get used to the lack of outward visibility.

I've been a member of multiple forums in the past, and currently a member of the GMC Acadia forum, so I'm comfortable with the rules, ettiquete and search functions. Trust me, I'll do my best to not start threads without first attempting to use the search feature!

That's enough about me. Thanks for reading, I look forward to conversing with many of you in the future.

2010 SSRS · 08-07-2012, 02:44 PM

welcome to Camaro5 , don't let the visibility turn you away, I have no problem at all, you will adjust to it very easily.

Apex Motorsports · 08-07-2012, 03:00 PM

Vengeance Graphix · 08-07-2012, 04:23 PM

welcome!

panther2469 · 08-08-2012, 01:18 PM

welcome

Grey Ghost · 08-08-2012, 03:39 PM

Welcome Jason!!

Sir Nuke · 08-10-2012, 09:14 PM

Welcome to our happy little corner of the net, and to Camaro5. There is a BIG fridge on the back porch with anything you can think of in it...help yourself...of course only take what you can LEGALLY have. Make yourself at home on one of the big fluffy couches, kick your shoes off, put your feet up on one of the tables, yes we are allowed to do that, mom's, wive's, husbands, girlfirends and boyfriends here don't care....and take it easy.

oh...btw....every once in a while a food fight breaks out...so you may not want to wear nice clothes here.

Welcome!!

08-07-2012, 02:41 PM	#1
imgntht Drives: '15 GMC Terrain, '19 Buick Enclave Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Western Burbs of Chicago Posts: 22	New forum member, not yet owner Hello everyone. I stumbled upon this site about 2 weeks ago when I was learning about the Camaro. I've been browsing through various posts and figured I might as well join. About me: My name is Jason and I'm a 34 year old male, married with 2 boys, living about 20-30 minutes west of downtown Chicago. Current vehicle: Carbon Black 2007 GMC Acadia SLE AWD with 45K miles. Previous vehicles: (most current to oldest) 2002 Mitsubishi Galant GTZ, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS-T, 1992 Eagle Talon NT, 1991 Nissan Stanza GLE. Yeah I know, lots of Imports... Interested in: Camaro 1LT coupe. Why am I here: I'm starting on my quest to purchase a new vehicle in the next 9-12 months and the Camaro is on my short list. I'm looking to stay with GM (employee discount through a family member), and I want to get back into a car. I also tend to get bored with cars quickly so I like to modify and make it more personal to me(basic performance bolt-ons and appearance items), so I need a car that has stronger aftermarket presence. So far what I've read has me very excited about a Camaro. But since it will be what I have to live with for the next 5-7 years, I want to make sure I'm not being impulsive and short-sighted by the "coolness" of having a Camaro with so much aftermarket options. I'm hoping to learn about known mechanical issues, quality of build, and overall impressions of the vehicle. I have yet to test drive one, and purposely holding off until it is closer to when I can purchase. So much of this is a pipe dream this far out anyway, no need to waste the saleperson's time. One of my biggest concerns out of the gate is the visibility. Having sat in one at a dealership as well as the Chicago Auto Show, I'm not sure how long (if ever) it will take until I get used to the lack of outward visibility. I've been a member of multiple forums in the past, and currently a member of the GMC Acadia forum, so I'm comfortable with the rules, ettiquete and search functions. Trust me, I'll do my best to not start threads without first attempting to use the search feature! That's enough about me. Thanks for reading, I look forward to conversing with many of you in the future.

08-07-2012, 02:44 PM	#2
2010 SSRS Drives: 3 V8 Camaros Join Date: May 2009 Location: The Ocean State Posts: 111,186 View My Garage	welcome to Camaro5 , don't let the visibility turn you away, I have no problem at all, you will adjust to it very easily. __________________ Jannetty Racing JRE Street Package

08-07-2012, 04:23 PM	#4
Vengeance Graphix Drives: 2017 Corvette Grand Sport Join Date: May 2010 Location: Central NJ Posts: 10,870	welcome! __________________ Vengeance Graphix

08-08-2012, 01:18 PM	#5
panther2469 Drives: 2011 2SS RS SIM Litho # 193 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: West Hills, CA Posts: 5,085 View My Garage	welcome __________________

08-08-2012, 03:39 PM	#6
Grey Ghost Drives: 2013 HWSE 2SS Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Nokomis, FL Posts: 1,304 View My Garage	Welcome Jason!! __________________ 2013 Hot Wheels 2SS

08-07-2012, 03:00 PM	#3
Apex Motorsports Drives: 2000 Camaro SS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Louisville, Ky. Posts: 25,165

08-10-2012, 09:14 PM	#7
Sir Nuke Master of All Things Drives: '26 Corvette Stingray Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Southeast of Houston, Texas Posts: 22,724 View My Garage	Welcome to our happy little corner of the net, and to Camaro5. There is a BIG fridge on the back porch with anything you can think of in it...help yourself...of course only take what you can LEGALLY have. Make yourself at home on one of the big fluffy couches, kick your shoes off, put your feet up on one of the tables, yes we are allowed to do that, mom's, wive's, husbands, girlfirends and boyfriends here don't care....and take it easy. oh...btw....every once in a while a food fight breaks out...so you may not want to wear nice clothes here. Welcome!! __________________