Is it just me or did GM piss you off coming out late with the ZL1? - Page 4 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Frankzl1 · 01-25-2012, 08:14 PM

Not pissed at all since I was originally waiting for a Mustang

htron50 · 01-25-2012, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by OldScoolCamaro

htron, back when they auctioned off the ZL1 at Barret-Jackson that was won by Mr. Hendrick, I recall just prior to the start of the auction there were GM Officials standing at the auction area podium above the ZL1. Al O, if I recall correctly, spoke a few words. He related words to the effect of how gratefull he was that GM gave them the resources and opportunity to work on the ZL1 project, that GM was a large Corporation. He appeared to be very humble and genuinely gratefull. I was struck by his thoughts. I felt by his words that this was a pet project, small in scale for a Global Company to be concerned about in it's "big picture". An allowance was made perhaps. A cottage project, alloted a small team and resources to "tinker with" and develop a product. This project may have been even closer to not bearing fruit than we may know. All conjecture based upon a few statements, and interpretation of feelings from body language, tone and inflection. At any rate, he was deeply thankfull to GM for sure. Thanks Mr Al Oppenheiser for all your dedication, hard work, passion and effort for the ZL1 Camaro.

Interesting!! Something tells me when we look back at this in five years (optimistic eh?) we will be very grateful we acted on it, did whatever it took to participate! Cheers will be in order!

Number 3 · 01-25-2012, 08:42 PM

If not for constant improvements, we would all be driving Henry's Model T. Every year there will be something better. For some it's simply a new color. For others a new interior and yet for more, a SC 580 HP engine.

If you ever think things are going to stand still, you've reached the bad end to a Twilight Zone episode.

And also.............................................. ..your dealer is an idiot!!!!!!!!!!

htron50 · 01-25-2012, 09:06 PM

Hey, NO dealer trashing allowed!!

OHIOSS · 01-25-2012, 11:42 PM

Fbodfather- Scott I'm not at all unhappy with my SS, it's a great car and I love it. I will never sell it unless something drastic happens in my life.

Instead of say I am pissed off, I actually mean disappointed that the ZL1 wasn't offered when I ordered my 2010. I fully plan on buying a ZL1 but I'm not going to sell my SS.

Of course I love my car, you signed it for me!

*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-25-2012, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by OHIOSS

If I would have known GM was going to offer a ZL1 I would have held out until it came out on the market. Even if GM would have said they will be coming out with the ZL1 with the higher horse power I would have waited.

I love my 2010 Camaro but I would rather have the higher HP of the ZL1.

Russ

That would mean they'd have had to tell you three years before it's out that they were going to make it....

See: Auto Market suicide.

I'm not at all upset. It sort of works out for me, though...the timing, I mean. I couldn't have gotten any Camaro any earlier, if I'd have wanted to.

mr02Z/28 · 01-25-2012, 11:44 PM

maybe he bumped his head and missed the ZL1 postings....

I enjoy my 2011 1SS.... Only issue i have with it is the front visibility, very difficult to see out at different angles..

Revo1 · 01-26-2012, 02:30 AM

Maybe they were just waiting to see if Ford was gonna make a move first...

Joebot8484 · 01-26-2012, 10:15 AM

When the 5th gen SS came out to market I had a fast 4th gen SS that I loved to drive. I would have traded it in for a new camaro but at the time, other things in my life where more important (i.e. buying a house, having a new born). So I waited and watched all of you have a great time with your new camaro's. Now that I have been putting money to the side for a few years now and I sold both of my camaro's it's time for me to play! So for me the timing for the ZL1 couldn't be more perfect!

OldScoolCamaro · 01-26-2012, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by htron50

Hey, NO dealer trashing allowed!!

....as like with the phrase in the old E.F. Hutton commercial's, ........when Number 3 talks,....... people listen......

lbls1 · 01-26-2012, 01:04 PM

It had no effect on me (obviously). However, I encourage chevy to continually improve the car. Do not allow its competitors to outclass it in performance. I would be displeased though if that happens.

I am glad that the zl1 is a reality.

tmandoug1 · 01-26-2012, 02:01 PM

I am not pissed at GM, how could you be, auto industry always improves. So I will get the Zl1 and when the Z/28 comes out the wife will get that. All good see!

paulsandhu · 01-26-2012, 08:00 PM

I for one and am glad I have had my Camaro for almost 3 years. Its been a great ride. While the ZL1 isn't in the cards due to budget constraints -- I'm going to start finally, seriously modding my car. I may even put some ZL1 parts on her.

And maybe in 2014 I will get a ZL1.

01-25-2012, 08:42 PM	#45
Number 3 Hail to the King baby! Drives: '19 XT4 2.0T & '22 VW Atlas 2.0T Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Illinois Posts: 12,306 View My Garage	If not for constant improvements, we would all be driving Henry's Model T. Every year there will be something better. For some it's simply a new color. For others a new interior and yet for more, a SC 580 HP engine. If you ever think things are going to stand still, you've reached the bad end to a Twilight Zone episode. And also.............................................. ..your dealer is an idiot!!!!!!!!!! __________________ "Speed, it seems to me, provides the one genuinely modern pleasure." - Aldous Huxley

01-26-2012, 02:30 AM	#50
Revo1 Don't Like it? Suggit. Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 14,832 View My Garage	Maybe they were just waiting to see if Ford was gonna make a move first... __________________ "Tops off, tach up baby- loud and proud!" A Camaro lover from day one- 1996 3.8 V6 Camaro, to 1996 5.7 LT1 Camaro Z28, to the sold 2002 5.7 LS1 Camaro SS, and NOW, a [I]6.2 L99 VR 2SS/RS: XS Power stainless full exhaust, Airaid CAI, BMR drop springs and sways, custom tune by Cal Speed- 411rwhp

01-26-2012, 10:15 AM	#51
Joebot8484 ZL1 # 1307 Drives: 2012 Camaro ZL1, 2008 Hummzilla H3 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Central New York Posts: 1,911 View My Garage	When the 5th gen SS came out to market I had a fast 4th gen SS that I loved to drive. I would have traded it in for a new camaro but at the time, other things in my life where more important (i.e. buying a house, having a new born). So I waited and watched all of you have a great time with your new camaro's. Now that I have been putting money to the side for a few years now and I sold both of my camaro's it's time for me to play! So for me the timing for the ZL1 couldn't be more perfect! __________________ Click on my signature for my build thread

01-26-2012, 01:04 PM	#53
lbls1 Drives: 2002 Camaro SS SOM; 2015 Malibu LTZ Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 4,071	It had no effect on me (obviously). However, I encourage chevy to continually improve the car. Do not allow its competitors to outclass it in performance. I would be displeased though if that happens. I am glad that the zl1 is a reality. __________________ '02 CAMARO SS SOM; 5.7L LS1/FLS6B '08 TBSS AWD Black Granite Metallic '15 Malibu LTZ 2LZ Turbo *'14 CAMARO ZL1 Blue Ray Metallic* '25 Silverado 1500 High Country 6.2L

01-26-2012, 08:00 PM	#55
paulsandhu Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Surrey, BC Posts: 455 View My Garage	I for one and am glad I have had my Camaro for almost 3 years. Its been a great ride. While the ZL1 isn't in the cards due to budget constraints -- I'm going to start finally, seriously modding my car. I may even put some ZL1 parts on her. And maybe in 2014 I will get a ZL1. __________________ GHOST · 2SSRS Order Date: March 28, 2009 // DoB: June 19, 2009 // Arrival Date: July 2, 2009 Current Modifications: Hurst Comp HardDrive Stick Kit K&N Blackhawk CAI Anvil Carbon Fiber Notch Spoiler Ceramic Coated Satin Black Wrap

01-25-2012, 08:14 PM	#43
Frankzl1 Drives: 2012 Ashen ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Miami Posts: 554	Not pissed at all since I was originally waiting for a Mustang

01-25-2012, 09:06 PM	#46
htron50 Drives: 2017 ZL1 Status "Thank You!" Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,498	Hey, NO dealer trashing allowed!!

01-25-2012, 11:42 PM	#47
OHIOSS Russ Drives: Yukon Denali, Charger, CamaroSS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,811	Fbodfather- Scott I'm not at all unhappy with my SS, it's a great car and I love it. I will never sell it unless something drastic happens in my life. Instead of say I am pissed off, I actually mean disappointed that the ZL1 wasn't offered when I ordered my 2010. I fully plan on buying a ZL1 but I'm not going to sell my SS. Of course I love my car, you signed it for me!

01-25-2012, 11:44 PM	#49
mr02Z/28 Drives: 2002 Z/28,1968 Chevelle convert. Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Phila.,PA Posts: 1,137 View My Garage	maybe he bumped his head and missed the ZL1 postings.... I enjoy my 2011 1SS.... Only issue i have with it is the front visibility, very difficult to see out at different angles..

01-26-2012, 02:01 PM	#54
tmandoug1 Deep Sea Drives: 2012 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Palm Beach Gardens, Fl. Posts: 969 View My Garage	I am not pissed at GM, how could you be, auto industry always improves. So I will get the Zl1 and when the Z/28 comes out the wife will get that. All good see!

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