Voice Your Comments/Suggestions/Input for Focus Group on 2010 Camaro

[164mom]

Hard top convertible please !!!
Produce the car as close to concept as possible

[Camaro Lives On]

the only comment i have is conserning the headlights...

1) Use Headlights simular to those used on the Bumblebee movie cars. Sure the halos are cool, but to me they wouldnt be the best for everyday use. The lights from Bumblebee look better, and can really be used properly.

2) If not that, then do something simular to what Cadillac did with the new CTS. I notice on the lower model CTS's that the headlights are simpler, and the upper model cars have those cool looking concept-like headlights. I'm thinking, maybe put the Bumblebee headlights one the lower level Camaros, and the halos on the top dogs!

That all Ive got, thanks to all that are making the dream car a reality!!! As my name says, the Camaro lives on, and it always will!!!

[BumbleBee]

Seat memory would be nice.

Some kind of active/passive security feature like fuel shut-off, disable the ignition, shock sensors, or electronic hood lock.

PLEASE if you're going to do it, make the honks optional when locking or unlocking the car.

That is all

[Sweeper]

4 cyl turbo! please. I'm poor and can't afford a V8. :(

Thank you,
Sweep

[TAG UR IT]

Originally Posted by KevinK

I do more reading than posting on this site (as well as a few others), ...since quite honestly, there just isn't enough time, ...but I'll jump in here with Elie, ...to mention I am another of the 'lucky' 15 folks selected by GM.
One thing for sure, ...rest assured, ...the voices of these boards DO get brought to their attention. Sure, we (the 15 folks) have our varied backgrounds with regard to the Camaro (I'm a 1st gen fan), ...but moreso we do understand that we are there to represent you...
Needless to say, ...I feel very blessed (extremely lucky) to be a part of this group, ...and I can honestly say, ...GM REALLY wants to know what the enthusiast think.
It's NOT too late to voice your concern/opinion. In some cases it's true, ...there may not be much change in certain areas, ...but there are others that they are indeed wanting feedback. We can't guarantee what the final outcome will be with what we convey to them, ...but rest assured, ..we will guarantee the thoughts and opinions voiced WILL be presented...

Thanks,
Kevin

....I can say this much, ...I am more impressed with the car the more I hear about what they have in the works

Thanks, Kevin.

You and Garfin will have to get back to us once the meet is over. I know specifics can't be revealed. But, if there's certain things we can get winks at (ie..radio specifics, BT, type of speakers, or better yet, LOCACTIION OF GAS CAP!!!... ), we'd love to hear any "news."

Thanks again, you two. I swear...I wish I could have been going up there with ya'll!!!

...........uh...yeah, Scott? I know it was only 15. But , I've been on the boards here daily since like July 06...I think that qualifies me for bringing some good information from the masses if you really need that 16th person!! (or in case someone can't make it)

[KoolAID]

I'd like to see a special super high perfomance option, similar to the COPO versions of yesteryear - something that could be Super Car class

[2010_5thgen]

if there is anything that i really want out of this car, that is alot of options. some sort of suspension option like the vette has(z51), 6.2 v8, and if the 6.2 s/c version is going to be coming out do NOT delay it. bring it out with the start of the production(we cant wait any more). navigation would be nice,different colors leathers,different style of wheels available(size,colors). i think thats all i can ask for.

[Splicerguy]

First off, thank you to all the deciples and the Camaro team!

I don't mind paying extra for things I want...

-possible extra cost option-match stripe and wheel colors(ex. gunmetal stripes and wheels)

-have the aftermarket accessories available to order fom the factory--i think allowing customers to roll accessories into their loan is a good idea

[RickAz28]

With the addition of a B-Pillar, instead of T-Tops, how about a sun roof?
I would like to see an upgradable interior. Cloth, leather, two tone leather
A HUGE list of options (bundled or singular)
COLORS,COLORS,COLORS
Performance accessories-factory and dealer installed.
FUNCTIONAL air inlets for brakes and hood (the original proto was functional)
Information regarding third party sellers-Berger, Yenko, etc.

The list posted is super!

Best
Ricky

[nbjczk71]

1. Halo headlights like the earlier concept car. The 3 small lights do not look good.

2. The controls for the radio look really cheap and akward. The rest of the interior looks great.

3. I would PREFER a staggard wheel tire combo. I could care less about rotating...this is a sports car for goodness sake! Buy a cobalt to get your grocerries!

4. Don't waste your time with AWD. I want to be able to smoke the rear tires. If someone wants an AWD sports car, go get something from the Germans.

5. Keep the stripes as a decal or at least make it an option. I'm not sold on any stripes you've put on that thing yet.

6. Either have a hood scoop with an actual vent in it, or don't have one at all.

7. Something needs to be done with the side gills in front of the rear wheels. Maybe accent it with a black molding kinda like the 69's. As it sits they look cheap.

8. Now for the engine choices. For myself, I want to be able to choose between 2 V8 options, kinda like Chrysler did with the R/T and the SRT8. Give me something in the mid-300 HP range, and then tempt my butt with a 425+HP option. I really don't care how you do it, just make sure it's a V8, and I need to have the option to compete with the HP of the Challenger SRT.

9. Finally, kudos to GM for the rear end styling. I know people are complaining about the back up lights, and the new crease below the license plate. But I personally think you did a great job with the rear end styling. LOVE IT!

[TheNewDamage]

As far as I know GM has never been able to make a T-Top that doesnt leak and nothing screams 'trailer park' like a T-Top on a performance car.

A much better idea is a targa top (single removable rectangular roof panel) like Corvettes have. Yes it not as structurally sound as a T-Top but is stronger than a convertible.

My apologies if this has already been suggested as i did not wade thru every page of this thread.

[CaptianSam]

that sums it up very good... how bout a scoop delete option if its non functional... SEAT COOLERS ARE A MUST.... saves air conditioning and gas milage!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! seat coolers....
try and open the rear slits...
seat coolers...
wheel options...
suspension setup types FE1,FE2,FE3...etc
a odd numbered sound system with an integrated subwoofer 7 or 9 example speaker sound system
hard top convertible?

SEAT COOLERS IS A MUST...
INPUT JACK IS A MUSTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT

[CHVY4LF]

Im sure most of these have been said but. . .

Same size wheel and tire for rotation
Concept style wheel
NO EXTERIOR ANTENNA!
keep the opening in the front
loud, open exhaust
shifter like the concept
the color accent like the concept had would look nice
use the seat belts from the concept, the old GM style belt clips look f*cking sweet
painted racing stripes as an option
low but agressive deck lid spoiler like the first gens, no wing
options, not packages
old school colors (HUGGER ORANGE)
3.73 or 4.10 rear gears
locking diff
HORSEPOWER! HORSEPOWER! HORSEPOWER!

[Camaro68]

Exterior:

T-tops
More agressive hood for the upper trim levels, RS, SS type like the 67, 68, 69.
Smaller XM/Onstar/radio antenna (the "shark fin")
If it's going to be used on the production car, color coordinate the "shark fin" with the body color
The front scoop is one of neat little things we all like about the car (the fact that it's non-functional is a little issue to some, though) Ram air induction
please make it an option.
At least open the front scoop, even if it's not feeding the engine
Make every attempt to not use amber colored directionals for Europe. Use amber bulbs instead?
The concept wheels option the vert or hardtop wheels also a Rally wheel with RED line tire and RS, SS, Z28, wheel spinner caps and emblems options.
Chrome bumpers like on the 67, 68, 69 or the split bumpers on the 1970
options???

Lights/exterior trim:

LED lamps all around
Smaller repeater lamps on the sides
Relocate the reverse lamps to somewhere other than the middle of the bumper, like the C6 Corvette or the C5.
HALO headlamps (like the concept) also a standard grille kit, rally sport grille kit, hide away headlamp doors for RS, SS, options.
Keep any daytime-running-lights out of the main Headlight assembly, if possible
Side-mirror heaters
Offer multiple stripes packages, the Concept Convertible's style, the side "hockey-stick" stripes, and the center cowl-hood stripe
Could the stripes be painted on? The Rally stripes on 67, 68, 69 please.
Offer a close-to-Bumblebee yellow
The Gunmetal grey/steel color on the ZR-1 is HOT! Can we get a very similar color? Pretty please!!
Can the stripes NOT come as a mandatory option when purchasing higher trim levels?
Would love to see some of the First-generation colors offered (i.e. HUGGER ORANGE!!!)
The faux vents in front of the rear wheels. Could those have something done to them to make them look open? Instead of just being indentations

Powertrain:

LSA or variant. Supercharged 6.2 for the top-of the line model
Paddle-shifting with the Automatic transmission
All Wheel Drive?
LS3 engine or "better" (pretty please!!)
302 speciel edition Z28!!!
Short-throw shifter for the manual option
Optimize the Exaust note when in 4-cylinder mode
AFM-equipped, E85-capable V6 AND V8 engine
300 hp Direct Injection V6
Offering a 4-banger...er, 4 cyllinder engine, is a good idea for the success of the Camaro. We won't hate you for it.
A sport-tuned Suspention, Road, Track, Enthusiast, Touring tunned for RS, SS, Z28 options.
bear 4-piston calipers, slotted/cross drilled rotors
Please keep the tires the same on all four corners so they can be rotated

Interior:

Keep the torque gauge, and chrome accent that guage cluster!
Heads-up display option (preferably as it's own option)
Dual-zone Climate Control
Auto-dimming mirrors
Hands free Bluetooth
Homelink, Temp, Direction, and Onstar (possibly all on rearview mirror)
Premier sound system: Bose, Blaupunkt, Boston Acoustics, JL
Quality materials, (i.e. Not hard plastic everywhere)
A few Color accent schemes available
40G Hard Drive like that found in the CTS Cadillac. Ipod input!!
Please make the manual transmission shifter resemble the Concept shifter (obviously NOT made out of billet aluminum)
Include radio controls and cruise control on the steering wheel/seering column
Heated seats. Cloth Heated seats?
Navigation system available
remote starter for auto.

Pricing/ordering:

We understand the advanced components, and better interior, but please try and keep it affordable (as near to the Mustang as humanly possible)
Reduce the "clumping" of options
Offer LOTS of accesories/customizable "aftermarket" options
IF the options MUST be packaged together, try to seperate the performance options from the luxury options (seperate packages)

Marketing:

packages as they were back in the day when Camaro 67, 68, 69 any person could walk into the dealer and order what they wanted on one that, would broaden the want for one by everyone.
Highlighting the fuel-efficiency is a good idea
Any ads must make as strong a statement, and be as bold as the car is
Have a little hint about performance, like "Camaro: you'll spend more on tires than you will on gas". And highlight all the different fuel-saving features, AFM, E85(?), etc.

General Feedback:

You've been able to keep this close to the concept?!? Wow. Great Job, and Thank you for that!
The car is coming together really well.
Thank you for bringing the almighty Camaro back to us!
Please, spare no effort to absolutely destroy the GT-500 in the Camaro's corresponding trim level
Thanks for listening to us!!! We really appreciate it, and want you to know it