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TomServo · 05-07-2009, 12:58 PM

Just returned from my dealer to inquire about the status/location of my son's 2SS (its been at 4400 for two weeks) and to look at their 2LT/RS.

A few observations, first the car looks fantastic, great fit and finish. The Midnight Silver wheels look better in real life than photos. The dash from the center to passenger is a vast expanse of NOTHING. They should have added a grab handle or something to break up all the real estate. And there's plenty of room for a Nav LCD screen.

The back seat is a joke. I'm 5'9" and after adjusting the seat for my driving position there is NO WAY anyone other than a small child or pet will fit. See photo:

Bottom line be realistic about the back seat and this car won't disappoint. If you think you can carry 4 adults think again and take another vehicle from the family motor pool.

Tom

BTW: They don't know where my son's car is.

The Dark Knight · 05-07-2009, 01:07 PM

I'm 5'8" and the salesman fit fine in the back seat

The way the seat is backed up looks kinda exaggerated to me IMO

And when I was in the passenger seat, I had plenty of leg room in the front and the wife was fine back there too.

UCF w00t · 05-07-2009, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by TheDarkKnight_23

I'm 5'8" and the salesman fit fine in the back seat

The way the seat is backed up looks kinda exaggerated to me IMO

And when I was in the passenger seat, I had plenty of leg room in the front and the wife was fine back there too.

I fit behind Number 3 just fine. The trick... you can't have your legs directly in front of you. Spread your knees out and you'll be fine.

Camaro509 · 05-07-2009, 01:12 PM

I'm 6' 0" but must have longer than normal legs. In the showroom car, drivers seat adjusted for me, there was no more than 2" between the back of my seat and the front of the back seat. I'm o.k. with that though, I'll be driving, screw the backseat passengers. They'll thank me for allowing them to be uncomfortable in the new Camaro

PQ · 05-07-2009, 01:13 PM

Here's to hoping his car comes in soon.

Backseats could be big, small, or not even there at all. I'm not buying this as a passenger hauler.

PQ · 05-07-2009, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by UCF w00t

I fit behind Number 3 just fine. The trick... you can't have your legs directly in front of you. Spread your knees out and you'll be fine.

Ok, changed my mind. Female passangers in the back.

Beau Tie · 05-07-2009, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by irpq11

Ok, changed my mind. Female passangers in the back.

Good call man. Bad mental image with anyone other than a female behind me.

Brokinarrow · 05-07-2009, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by dschill

Hah id also vote for only females in the back..

And the other two seats as well...

PQ · 05-07-2009, 01:39 PM

Tom, what was your opinion of the materials used for the interior?

JPDrgn1 · 05-07-2009, 09:47 PM

Wow, kind of worried about the location of my car if JS doesn't know where it is. Oh well, we'll just have to see. As it's sitting right now dad, I should be home around the 19th if my leave gets approved. I'm Tom's son if anyone is confused/curious.

TomServo · 05-08-2009, 05:34 AM

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Originally Posted by irpq11

Tom, what was your opinion of the materials used for the interior?

Seems as good as any mid priced BMW. I liked the seats, window indexing and over quality feel of the car. As I said it's a winner and GM will sell boat loads.

05-07-2009, 12:58 PM	#1
TomServo Drives: 2007 Z06 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Swansea IL Posts: 727	Finally saw a Camaro in real life Just returned from my dealer to inquire about the status/location of my son's 2SS (its been at 4400 for two weeks) and to look at their 2LT/RS. A few observations, first the car looks fantastic, great fit and finish. The Midnight Silver wheels look better in real life than photos. The dash from the center to passenger is a vast expanse of NOTHING. They should have added a grab handle or something to break up all the real estate. And there's plenty of room for a Nav LCD screen. The back seat is a joke. I'm 5'9" and after adjusting the seat for my driving position there is NO WAY anyone other than a small child or pet will fit. See photo: Bottom line be realistic about the back seat and this car won't disappoint. If you think you can carry 4 adults think again and take another vehicle from the family motor pool. Tom BTW: They don't know where my son's car is.

05-07-2009, 01:07 PM	#2
The Dark Knight Batmobile in Disguise Drives: 2009 Pontiac G8 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Upland, Ca Posts: 2,080	I'm 5'8" and the salesman fit fine in the back seat The way the seat is backed up looks kinda exaggerated to me IMO And when I was in the passenger seat, I had plenty of leg room in the front and the wife was fine back there too. __________________

05-07-2009, 01:12 PM	#4
Camaro509 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Black Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 1,085	I'm 6' 0" but must have longer than normal legs. In the showroom car, drivers seat adjusted for me, there was no more than 2" between the back of my seat and the front of the back seat. I'm o.k. with that though, I'll be driving, screw the backseat passengers. They'll thank me for allowing them to be uncomfortable in the new Camaro __________________ Understeer, Oversteer, Wheel Alignment (Camber etc), Torque, Horsepower, Camaro Fold for team 11108 to help find a cure! Folding@home Stanford's Research DC Program.

05-07-2009, 01:13 PM	#5
PQ Booooosted. Drives: 2010 Supercharged SS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mobile, AL Posts: 36,716 View My Garage	Here's to hoping his car comes in soon. Backseats could be big, small, or not even there at all. I'm not buying this as a passenger hauler. __________________

05-07-2009, 01:39 PM	#9
PQ Booooosted. Drives: 2010 Supercharged SS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mobile, AL Posts: 36,716 View My Garage	Tom, what was your opinion of the materials used for the interior? __________________

05-07-2009, 09:47 PM	#10
JPDrgn1 Tabula Rasa Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Swansea, IL Posts: 22	Wow, kind of worried about the location of my car if JS doesn't know where it is. Oh well, we'll just have to see. As it's sitting right now dad, I should be home around the 19th if my leave gets approved. I'm Tom's son if anyone is confused/curious. __________________ 2010 Chevy Camaro 2SS/RS, MN6, Aqua Blue Metallic w/ white rally stripes and beige leather interior

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