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Steve · 03-20-2009, 09:05 PM

I had a Dodge Magnum as a company car for almost four years and it too had poor visibiity. I got used to it. When I sat in the Camaro at our local show I found it no worse than the Magnum.

*Camaro_Corvette* · 03-20-2009, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroSpike23

I mentally track every car within a given distance of me.

Same here. A constant eye of what is going on around your beloved camaro keeps it in one piece... I can usually memorize every vehicle around me, how they are driving, and how fast they are approaching. I drive trucks for DuPont so it's kinda required that we learn the most defensive driving tactics...

fireresq157 · 03-20-2009, 09:08 PM

I would not worry about anyone passing you in this beast.

camaro5 · 03-20-2009, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Number 3

Mrs Number 3 is 5' 2" and has no problem. Yes there is a low roof high belt but drive it for 5 minutes and you won't hardly notice.

I'll drive it even more!

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Originally Posted by CamaroSpike23

I mentally track every car within a given distance of me.

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Spike's Brain

TJ91 · 03-20-2009, 09:12 PM

After backing up a Camaro with cars behind me, the blindspot was hilarious! It doesnt bother you, you just have to check in a different way to make sure you dont hit anything. You'll have to use your mirrors alot more then usual and youd have to be more careful but its not as bad as you would think

Camarino · 03-20-2009, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by camaro5

Spike's Brain[/SIZE]

lmao

^^

same here, i actually remember which cars are where buy make

"theres a toyota back right, i just blew past that SMART CAR, aaaaaand theres a COP right behind me....aww SH^^ !! lol

no but seriously though by make and/or model

lrc250 · 03-20-2009, 09:22 PM

Follow this simple procedure and you will have no issues with blind spots. I have use this technique for years and it works great, no need to look over your shoulder.

http://www.linquist.net/motorsports/tech/mirrors/

PoleCat2SSRS2010 · 03-20-2009, 09:23 PM

In comparison to some of the other pony cars, just try one and you'll see. The Camaro is minor. If you check out the new Mustang with the aftermarket panels on the rear quater windows that make it look better(?) I am pretty sure you can hide a football field in that blind spot. My old car camaflouged 18 wheelers but I learned to adapt.

*CamaroSpike23* · 03-20-2009, 09:23 PM

I also drive faster than most traffic so I tend to only see them in the rear view mirror anyway

Rodrunner · 03-20-2009, 09:25 PM

You guys are hilarious! But it's true, know where the cars around you are at all times and you almost don't have to look before making a move.
And I certainly can't see the corners of my 350Z, which if anything just makes you, at least at first, leave a little extra room...not a bad thing.

PoleCat2SSRS2010 · 03-20-2009, 09:26 PM

OH gee Spike, Do you really use that thing? C'mon, really?

camaro5 · 03-20-2009, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroSpike23

I also drive faster than most traffic so I tend to only see them in the rear view mirror anyway

xxxxxxxxx SPIKE

I'll stop now - lol!

zebra · 03-20-2009, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by lrc250

Follow this simple procedure and you will have no issues with blind spots. I have use this technique for years and it works great, no need to look over your shoulder.

http://www.linquist.net/motorsports/tech/mirrors/

good link!

makes perfect sense

Txturbo · 03-20-2009, 09:29 PM

Blind spots can easily be dealt with by pushing hard on the right floor pedal just prior to changing lanes.

03-20-2009, 09:22 PM	#21
lrc250 480 HP 2010 2SS Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Eastern, NC Posts: 325 View My Garage	Follow this simple procedure and you will have no issues with blind spots. I have use this technique for years and it works great, no need to look over your shoulder. http://www.linquist.net/motorsports/tech/mirrors/ __________________ Without data you are just another person with an opinion. 1100 :10/15/08 3000:3/2609 3300:4/18/09 3400 (broadcast)April 25, 2009 3800 (produced):May 4, 2009 #7470 4200 (Shipped): June 1, 2009 5000 (At Dealer) June 9,2009 374.9 rwhp & 371.7 rwtq - bone stock @ 85 deg.

03-20-2009, 09:23 PM	#22
PoleCat2SSRS2010 R6P Marketing Lab Rat Drives: sometimes Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 339	In comparison to some of the other pony cars, just try one and you'll see. The Camaro is minor. If you check out the new Mustang with the aftermarket panels on the rear quater windows that make it look better(?) I am pretty sure you can hide a football field in that blind spot. My old car camaflouged 18 wheelers but I learned to adapt. __________________

03-20-2009, 09:25 PM	#24
Rodrunner Senior Member Drives: 2010 SS/RS, '06 350Z Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: So. Maryland Posts: 2,326	You guys are hilarious! But it's true, know where the cars around you are at all times and you almost don't have to look before making a move. And I certainly can't see the corners of my 350Z, which if anything just makes you, at least at first, leave a little extra room...not a bad thing. __________________ 2SS/RS - Black/Black - CGM Rally Stripes - Auto - VIN 10171

03-20-2009, 09:26 PM	#25
PoleCat2SSRS2010 R6P Marketing Lab Rat Drives: sometimes Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 339	OH gee Spike, Do you really use that thing? C'mon, really? __________________

03-20-2009, 09:29 PM	#28
Txturbo Keeper of the Faith Drives: 2001 Z28 Agressively Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Rosenberg,Texas Posts: 1,380 View My Garage	Blind spots can easily be dealt with by pushing hard on the right floor pedal just prior to changing lanes. __________________ 2010 Camaro SS R6P 2001 Camaro Z28 1969 Camaro SS clone

03-20-2009, 09:05 PM	#15
Steve Ancalagon The Black Drives: 2013 Silverado 4X4, 2010 RJT 1SS Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Upstate - NY Posts: 901	I had a Dodge Magnum as a company car for almost four years and it too had poor visibiity. I got used to it. When I sat in the Camaro at our local show I found it no worse than the Magnum.

03-20-2009, 09:08 PM	#17
fireresq157 Drives: 1997 SS & 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: South Florida Posts: 1,027	I would not worry about anyone passing you in this beast.

03-20-2009, 09:12 PM	#19
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 13,035	After backing up a Camaro with cars behind me, the blindspot was hilarious! It doesnt bother you, you just have to check in a different way to make sure you dont hit anything. You'll have to use your mirrors alot more then usual and youd have to be more careful but its not as bad as you would think

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