Something no one has noticed? Ignition Switch.

[TAG UR IT]

Originally Posted by acscamarochick06

I just saw a commercial for the new Nissan Altima... It has the Push Button start and it looks pretty neat!

I was just going to comment on the Nissan Altima commercial. I saw it too and not only does the push button start look pretty cool, but the car itself isn't all that bad. Yeah...that's the kind of start I want in my Maro too!

[Other Side]

There is a switch on the concept that looks like it could be an ignition switch. The symbol next to it looks similar to the one on the Altima. I think it may be an option.
The interesting thing is I can't seem to find a keyhole anywhere, so it may be the keyless entry system where you just have to be in the car with the key to start it.

I am concerned with the radioactive symbol though. Makes me wonder what the hell kind of ignition the Camaro has.

[Angry Irishman]

Originally Posted by Other Side

There is a switch on the concept that looks like it could be an ignition switch. The symbol next to it looks similar to the one on the Altima. I think it may be an option.
The interesting thing is I can't seem to find a keyhole anywhere, so it may be the keyless entry system where you just have to be in the car with the key to start it.

I am concerned with the radioactive symbol though. Makes me wonder what the hell kind of ignition the Camaro has.

I saw a video of the convertible test drive and the car was started using this switch. See it here: http://videos.camaroz28.com/video/54...3a00e6b959.htm

[SoFlaZ]

Maybe they can do something like on the BMW's where you plug the whole key fob into a slot until it clicks in and then that turns the car to "on". Then you hold the start button until it starts. I dont remember if that is exactly how it works but i know you plug the fob in at least.

[Mr. Wyndham]

Remeber...it's a concept! There's no need for a key, this thing is kept under such a strict guard - probably more-so than the president! Notice there are no keyholes in the doors? So the switch could be one of two things: A PEEK at what the production ignition would look like, or a simple solution to a concept problem: where's the keys?

I like that radioactive comment That's what I thought, too. then I thought, maybe it's a poor depiction of the flywheel?, either way, I can imagine a huge explosion sound everytime the car starts...that'll scare the sh** out of the racer next to you!!

[Other Side]

Right... Didn't think about the no need for a key thing. You'd probably be tranquilized by the time you got your hand on the car (no need for blood on it).
Just got a bit overexcited. There are a lot of simpler things the concept doesn't have a production one would, like cup holders.
I do know that there are cars (usually luxury ones like BMW or Mercedes) that offer a very cool system where a key just needs to be nearby. Which, as someone said earlier, would be very good for a quick escape.

[Mr. Wyndham]

Originally Posted by Other Side

Right... Didn't think about the no need for a key thing. You'd probably be tranquilized by the time you got your hand on the car (no need for blood on it).
Just got a bit overexcited. There are a lot of simpler things the concept doesn't have a production one would, like cup holders.

"no need for blood..." see what I mean?

I'm not putting down the availability of a switch ignition, just that this IS a concept car still, emergency brake in the trunk...hmmm?

And, I'm not familiar with the interiors of ALL of the generations, but how many Camaro's ever had cupholders? I'd bet none, and my '79 definitely doesn't!

[Other Side]

Honestly, I couldn't tell you about the cup holder. I just happened to notice the lack of them in the Camaro. I will say that most cars these days do have them though, so I wouldn't doubt that they add them in.

I personally could care less if they add them or not. I certainly do hope that they change where the e-brake is though.

Sorry if I come across as slightly inexperienced when it comes to the idea of concept cars or Camaros, I haven't followed a concept car until now and have yet to have the joy of owning a Camaro. I've lived a sheltered life.

[marczsport]

The 4th Gen (at least my 01' SS) had two cup holders that I can recall: one in the center console, one that swung out towards the passenger from the front of the center console. I"m having a difficult time remembering, as I never let anyone eat or drink in that car- a trend that I plan on continuing with my 09'!!

[EllwynX]

Originally Posted by Dragoneye

"no need for blood..." see what I mean?

I'm not putting down the availability of a switch ignition, just that this IS a concept car still, emergency brake in the trunk...hmmm?

And, I'm not familiar with the interiors of ALL of the generations, but how many Camaro's ever had cupholders? I'd bet none, and my '79 definitely doesn't!

4th Gen's had 2 cupholders for the front passengers. 3rd had none that I remember.

[acscamarochick06]

There are also 2 cup holders on the back of the center console for the lucky S.O.B's that can fit in the back seat!

[Mr. Wyndham]

Yeah, see i didn't know that. So cup holders could be definitley possible...but like marczsport said...they'll never be used if they are in there.

[acscamarochick06]

Thats one other reason I love my car...When a bunch of people try to hitch rides all I have to say is "ohhh there isn't enough room! Sorry!" Muahaha!

[Mindz]

They should make the "2-seater with 2 persons = carpool lane" rule apply to the 5th gen. I'm 6'5". There's absolutely positively NO WAY someone can sit behind me.