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InFiD3ViL · 07-15-2019, 07:14 PM

So I think we should take this with a massive grain of salt. But it is very cool to think about.
I am leaning towards thinking it is a test mule for some new engine or Connect & Cruise package (As guessed about in the article), but who knows at this point? The fact that it has Manufacturer plates and is part of GM's test fleet is very interesting.

A new Camaro based on the 3rd gen? Would love to see a render of that.

http://gmauthority.com/blog/2019/07/...future-camaro/

Silveradoss573 · 07-15-2019, 07:32 PM

Just another click bait article from a clueless writer

https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=558406

Welker2 · 07-15-2019, 08:48 PM

That vehicle has been seen entering/leaving the testing facility several times over the past few years. The most prevalent and believable rumor is it is used to research/test various new components for use in upcoming revisions/updates to Camaros and other vehicles, as well as inclusion in future generations.

Aqua Blue RS/SS · 07-15-2019, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Welker2

That vehicle has been seen entering/leaving the testing facility several times over the past few years. The most prevalent and believable rumor is it is used to research/test various new components for use in upcoming revisions/updates to Camaros and other vehicles, as well as inclusion in future generations.

And here I thought the next gen car was going to have a factory cage

It would be cool to get close enough to it to see what they’ve done.

InFiD3ViL · 07-15-2019, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Aqua Blue RS/SS

And here I thought the next gen car was going to have a factory cage

It would be cool to get close enough to it to see what they’ve done.

Yea, I am very curious.

Also nice to see they keep at least a few Gen 3's still in near perfect shape.

Aqua Blue RS/SS · 07-15-2019, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by InFiD3ViL

Yea, I am very curious.

Also nice to see they keep at least a few Gen 3's still in near perfect shape.

I agree that is a bad looking car for sure, kinda reminds me of my dads ‘86.

J Rod · 07-16-2019, 05:48 AM

The 6-spd LT1 T-56 was a direct swap for the T5 in 3rd gens and fairly common, I was planning on putting one in my IROC. Also, I doubt GM would put a Borla cat-back one of their test mules rather than their own GMPP setup. Nothing to see here folks, probably just some engineer's personal toy.

ZEN357 · 07-16-2019, 07:05 AM

I loved my 3rd Gen 1991 Z/28 Convertible. I wish I could have kept that car. Bright Red, Red Leather, Black top, 305, 5-Speed. Cam was walking in the block and didn't want to fool with it so I traded it in 01 on a Bullitt Mustang I kept for 17 years. Still wish I had the Z/28.

PepeLePew · 07-16-2019, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by J Rod

The 6-spd LT1 T-56 was a direct swap for the T5 in 3rd gens and fairly common, I was planning on putting one in my IROC. Also, I doubt GM would put a Borla cat-back one of their test mules rather than their own GMPP setup. Nothing to see here folks, probably just some engineer's personal toy.

J Rod is right on here. That car has a 4th gen borla exhaust. It’s either an early LT1 or LS1 swap with a T56 behind it. Still very cool but nothing futuristic.

DRKS1D3 · 07-16-2019, 08:12 AM

This is undoubtedly a test mule for some type of GM Performance drive train. Nothing more, nothing less.

RedRockMan · 07-28-2019, 05:50 AM

I've always thought the 3rd generation was the worst looking Camaro ever made. Here's my preference list.

1. 5th (Currently own)

2. 1st
3. 2nd - Have owned '77 Firebird

4. 4th - Have owned '97 30th Anniversary

5. 6th Going to pass

6. 3rd "That's a Camaro?"

07-15-2019, 07:14 PM	#1
InFiD3ViL Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS LS3 Swapped A6 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Spring Hill, FL Posts: 4,575	New Prototype Appears To Be Testing A Future Camaro? So I think we should take this with a massive grain of salt. But it is very cool to think about. I am leaning towards thinking it is a test mule for some new engine or Connect & Cruise package (As guessed about in the article), but who knows at this point? The fact that it has Manufacturer plates and is part of GM's test fleet is very interesting. A new Camaro based on the 3rd gen? Would love to see a render of that. http://gmauthority.com/blog/2019/07/...future-camaro/ __________________ 2010 CGM Camaro 2SS LS3 Swapped A6 - GPI LS3 SS1 .647/.638, (224/237, 112 +4, 7º overlap) on CamMotion 8620 core, BTR Platinum .660" Dual Spring kit w/titanium retainers, CHE bronze trunnion upgrade, stock heads milled @ .015, Melling HV 10296 oil pump, TSP 1-7/8" long tube headers (W/Catless Off-road Pipes), Corsa Xtreme 3" Catback, GPI Ported/Rod Mod Intake, Stage 2 Ported Throttle Body, Vararam OTR CAI, Mike Norris Gen 2 catch can + GM 1LE clean side separator, 160º thermostat - Megan Racing adjustable coilovers (lowered 1.75"), MRR M017 10/11" wheels-Tuned by Ryan @ GPI

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Welker2 Ret AF, cancer survivor Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS & 2006 Corvette Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Mesquite, NV Posts: 2,741 View My Garage	That vehicle has been seen entering/leaving the testing facility several times over the past few years. The most prevalent and believable rumor is it is used to research/test various new components for use in upcoming revisions/updates to Camaros and other vehicles, as well as inclusion in future generations. __________________

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J Rod Drives: '14 BRM 1LE 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Ft. Wayne, IN Posts: 801	The 6-spd LT1 T-56 was a direct swap for the T5 in 3rd gens and fairly common, I was planning on putting one in my IROC. Also, I doubt GM would put a Borla cat-back one of their test mules rather than their own GMPP setup. Nothing to see here folks, probably just some engineer's personal toy. __________________ *592 HP/590 TQ* LSA Blower w/ 2.45 Griptec, Reinforced Brick, FIC 1000 injectors, JRE FPCM, LFP Dual Pass HX, ZL1 IC pump, RotoFab CAI, Bo White TB, Coated Stainless Power 1-7/8" LTs, NPP, NGK TR7IX, Mighty Mouse Wild CC, AEM X-Series WB, Aeroforce Interceptor, MGW Shifter, Z28 Grill, Gary's Custom ZL1 Rockers, Hero Tails, Tuned by IMC

07-16-2019, 08:12 AM	#10
DRKS1D3 Drives: '17 Corvette Grand Sport M7 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 3,748	This is undoubtedly a test mule for some type of GM Performance drive train. Nothing more, nothing less. __________________ MY RIDE: 2017 CORVETTE GRAND SPORT--TRIPLE BLACK, 7 SPEED MANUAL, VARARAM TCR-7 INTAKE, BORLA CATLESS X-PIPE, CARBON FIBER STAGE 2 AERO, MGW SHORT-THROW SHIFTER SOLD2011 TRIPLE BLACK SS CONVERTIBLE--6 SPEED MANUAL, MANY MODS, 455 RWHP/435 RWTQ DAD'S RIDE: 2012 ZL1 #1866--BLACK, 6 SPEED MANUAL, EXPOSED CF HOOD, POLISHED WHEELS, SUNROOF, ROTO-FAB INTAKE "Silly Americans, taking from the rich and giving to the poor only works in fairy tales. Success is earned here!".

07-15-2019, 07:32 PM	#2
Silveradoss573 Drives: Camaro 1LE Join Date: May 2018 Location: USA Posts: 1,348	Just another click bait article from a clueless writer https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=558406

07-16-2019, 07:05 AM	#8
ZEN357 Drives: 1991 Z/28 Convertible Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 411	I loved my 3rd Gen 1991 Z/28 Convertible. I wish I could have kept that car. Bright Red, Red Leather, Black top, 305, 5-Speed. Cam was walking in the block and didn't want to fool with it so I traded it in 01 on a Bullitt Mustang I kept for 17 years. Still wish I had the Z/28.

07-28-2019, 05:50 AM	#11
RedRockMan Drives: 2015 Camaro LS2, 1997 Z28 30th ed. Join Date: May 2019 Location: Tennessee Posts: 25	I've always thought the 3rd generation was the worst looking Camaro ever made. Here's my preference list. 1. 5th (Currently own) 2. 1st 3. 2nd - Have owned '77 Firebird 4. 4th - Have owned '97 30th Anniversary 5. 6th Going to pass 6. 3rd "That's a Camaro?"