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f5journal · 09-26-2011, 10:58 AM

If you follow past historical practices at GM, I'm betting there will be no changes that require re-designing of any major part. (like the dash and the metal structure behind it) Now, the front and rear bumper covers are not a major part. Expect mild redesign of bumper covers, grille and taillights to give the next couple of years a fresh distinguishable look from the first three years. Wheels too

5thGenOwner · 09-26-2011, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by f5journal

If you follow past historical practices at GM, I'm betting there will be no changes that require re-designing of any major part. (like the dash and the metal structure behind it) Now, the front and rear bumper covers are not a major part. Expect mild redesign of bumper covers, grille and taillights to give the next couple of years a fresh distinguishable look from the first three years. Wheels too

I agree.

My guess... I think they may make the Heritage Grill standard... that would make for an easy change, but still make a pretty big impact.

christianmotox · 09-26-2011, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by ZL1DREAMER

Easily number one on my wish list is keyless entry/pushbutton start. I've had it in my current car for 4 years and I've become pretty spoiled with it, I guess... I just know when I finally get my Camaro I'll be leaving the key in it everywhere I go for a few weeks....

A very close second is an industry standard, easily replaceable, double din stereo with nav. The facade on the current models is really dated... and especially difficult to replace without spending a good bit of cash on an after market kit (and the kits that are available aren't really all that good looking or made well from what I've seen and heard...) Something that does HD radio, Serius/XM, iPod intergration, Bluetooth, etc... should really have a big, full color screen. And while we're at it... make the screen between the speedo and the tac full color as well... At least on the higher end models (the 2 series) where folks wouldn't mind spending a few extra bucks for the tech. :P

I like how you think.

Kahdir · 09-26-2011, 05:54 PM

Just a Z/28 and ZL-1 vert.
A lighter blue available and different 20" wheels standard on SS & RS.
Doubtful on the horsepower bump for SS, but anything is possible...

Oh, and one piece taillights w/ integrated back-up lights

OPP · 09-26-2011, 08:27 PM

Steel balls hanging from the back.

camarosc35 · 09-26-2011, 08:31 PM

I read that there will be a new chassis introduced in 2015; I would like to see a hideaway light option, too.

swagled · 09-26-2011, 08:42 PM

I'll agree with the modified tail lights (pretty common tweak that many manufacturers do) and a fresh stripe option being likely. Maybe the grille.

Is hill assist stanndard on 2012? If not, we may see that next year, since it's a minor mechanical thing. The Sonic has it... the Challenger does... seems to be a creeping standard feature today.

Berean · 09-26-2011, 09:15 PM

Each car will come with a complementary everlasting gobstopper.

PYROLYSIS · 09-26-2011, 09:26 PM

I would like to see a chrome finish added for the SS wheels, red rally stripes, a red interior accent package, and a higher gear ratio option. And of course this color.

BlueSteele · 09-27-2011, 10:31 AM

New color choices, remote start, climate controlled seats and strut tower braces standard on all models? I think it would be cool if there were an option to have the FE4 suspension available for the LFX

kiteman · 09-27-2011, 10:40 AM

okay really guys, if they aren't putting a NAV unit in the ZL1 that is coming out only a few months before the 2013 camaro will go into production, they certainly aren't putting a NAV in a 2013 camaro. do you realize how many ZL1 $60k+ spenders GM would be pissing off by doing that?

if you think about the big theme of changes each year, you basically have 2010-2011 = HUD, and 2011-2012 = FE4/rear view camera for the v8. so 2012-2013 you might see a slight increase in power, push-button start, memory seats, auto windshield wipers, or a combination and something of that nature. NAV and 475hp is a long-shot i do believe.

Guyute · 09-27-2011, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by ZL1DREAMER

Easily number one on my wish list is keyless entry/pushbutton start. I've had it in my current car for 4 years and I've become pretty spoiled with it, I guess... I just know when I finally get my Camaro I'll be leaving the key in it everywhere I go for a few weeks....

A very close second is an industry standard, easily replaceable, double din stereo with nav. The facade on the current models is really dated... and especially difficult to replace without spending a good bit of cash on an after market kit (and the kits that are available aren't really all that good looking or made well from what I've seen and heard...) Something that does HD radio, Serius/XM, iPod intergration, Bluetooth, etc... should really have a big, full color screen. And while we're at it... make the screen between the speedo and the tac full color as well... At least on the higher end models (the 2 series) where folks wouldn't mind spending a few extra bucks for the tech. :P

This is why I got a 1ss. I ordered custom leather, and I'm doing the Metra kit with a double din nav unit. This way I'll truly have all the cool tech and get rid of that ugly looking radio.

The HUD is not to my liking, just my opinion.

If the 2ss actually had the tech I was looking for I probably would have gotten it.

Black8 · 09-27-2011, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by DBean

I heard possible hovercraft technology and spinners as part of the stock package.

LMFAO.....we can laugh about it now..

MrandMrsNinja · 09-27-2011, 12:30 PM

all i would think would be the 20" rims, and maybe the grill in 2013. I think we've seen all the major changes we will with this generation. A new engine will probly be put in either on the first or second year of the next gen and that will be the next HP bump. That'd be my guess.

09-26-2011, 05:54 PM	#32
Kahdir Drives: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: PA Posts: 2,178 View My Garage	Just a Z/28 and ZL-1 vert. A lighter blue available and different 20" wheels standard on SS & RS. Doubtful on the horsepower bump for SS, but anything is possible... Oh, and one piece taillights w/ integrated back-up lights __________________ SEPA5.COM – South East Pennsylvania Camaro Owners

09-26-2011, 08:27 PM	#33
OPP Drives: 2018 MBM ZL1 Auto Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico Posts: 960 View My Garage	Steel balls hanging from the back. __________________ .

09-26-2011, 09:26 PM	#37
PYROLYSIS Remember the Charleston 9 Drives: 2004 KME PREDATOR, 2014 2SS/RS/1LE Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Summerv1LE SC Posts: 5,381 View My Garage	I would like to see a chrome finish added for the SS wheels, red rally stripes, a red interior accent package, and a higher gear ratio option. And of course this color. Attached Images __________________ BRING BACK THE B4C POLICE CAMARO! 2002 V-6 5 speed rally red (current camaro) Also driven:1992 Z-28 305 auto Red w/ black stripes (anniversary), 2001 V-6 auto light pewter metallic,1991 RS V-6 auto Black

09-27-2011, 10:31 AM	#38
BlueSteele Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pearland, TX Posts: 611	New color choices, remote start, climate controlled seats and strut tower braces standard on all models? I think it would be cool if there were an option to have the FE4 suspension available for the LFX __________________

09-27-2011, 12:30 PM	#42
MrandMrsNinja Drives: 11' SGM 2SS/13' GT/08' F-150 4x4 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: League City, Tx Posts: 1,264	all i would think would be the 20" rims, and maybe the grill in 2013. I think we've seen all the major changes we will with this generation. A new engine will probly be put in either on the first or second year of the next gen and that will be the next HP bump. That'd be my guess. __________________

09-26-2011, 10:58 AM	#29
f5journal Senior Camaro Fanatic Drives: 2011 SS/RS manual - White Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: aiken, sc Posts: 1,980	If you follow past historical practices at GM, I'm betting there will be no changes that require re-designing of any major part. (like the dash and the metal structure behind it) Now, the front and rear bumper covers are not a major part. Expect mild redesign of bumper covers, grille and taillights to give the next couple of years a fresh distinguishable look from the first three years. Wheels too

09-26-2011, 08:31 PM	#34
camarosc35 Drives: 1989 Camaro RS (435+hp, 435 lb./ft) Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Danville, NH Posts: 90	I read that there will be a new chassis introduced in 2015; I would like to see a hideaway light option, too.

09-26-2011, 08:42 PM	#35
swagled Drives: Y2000 Olds Intrigue Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NC Posts: 180	I'll agree with the modified tail lights (pretty common tweak that many manufacturers do) and a fresh stripe option being likely. Maybe the grille. Is hill assist stanndard on 2012? If not, we may see that next year, since it's a minor mechanical thing. The Sonic has it... the Challenger does... seems to be a creeping standard feature today.

09-26-2011, 09:15 PM	#36
Berean Drives: Truck Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Home Posts: 2,439	Each car will come with a complementary everlasting gobstopper.

09-27-2011, 10:40 AM	#39
kiteman Drives: 2012 45th Camaro, 2SS/M6 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: At my computer Posts: 1,318	okay really guys, if they aren't putting a NAV unit in the ZL1 that is coming out only a few months before the 2013 camaro will go into production, they certainly aren't putting a NAV in a 2013 camaro. do you realize how many ZL1 $60k+ spenders GM would be pissing off by doing that? if you think about the big theme of changes each year, you basically have 2010-2011 = HUD, and 2011-2012 = FE4/rear view camera for the v8. so 2012-2013 you might see a slight increase in power, push-button start, memory seats, auto windshield wipers, or a combination and something of that nature. NAV and 475hp is a long-shot i do believe.