Oh Yes, Got My Invitation to the Dance - VIN 11158 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

paulv7260 · 05-23-2009, 01:32 PM

Haven't been to my dealership since November but thought I would make the 40 mile trip on this Memorial Day weekend. Boy did he ever have good news. Got my VIN, my status shows me at 3400 on 05/09/2009 but I'm hoping that it is built because another screen he showed me said it was "In-Transit".

What was really great is that I've never had a chance to sit in a 2010 Camaro. I only saw one at the DC Auto Show. They had a 2LT (non-RS), Yellow, automatic demonstrator that he let me take for a spin. Now I see why it has been said that it is worth the wait (read: I'm psyched!).

Keeping in mind that I focused on the fundamentals during the test drive here are my thoughts:

Yes, the windshield is like a turret but not a problem for me. Kind of like getting used to wide-screen HDTV.

I thought the interior was nice. It did not strike me as "plain" and the knobs and buttons appeared to be well laid out but I did not play with them.

Regarding the blind spot, if you are an experienced driver you should not have a problem. I adapted very quickly to the mirrors.

Performance was "spirited" but I do long for my V8. No time trials so that's about all I can say.

The ride was quiet and smooth.

Since I ordered a sunroof I did play with the one the demonstrator and I was pleased with it. Nothing spectaclar other than it was larger (a good thing) then I thought it was going to be.

The trunk is what I expected. Not roomy by large car standards but nothing that organization couldn't address (for my needs anyway).

What a great day

Paul

EDIT: In anyone is interested I ordered on 11/29/2008. R6P!!

GMtothecore · 05-23-2009, 01:36 PM

very nice....congrats

Vash · 05-23-2009, 01:36 PM

Nice number 11158.

BackinBlackSS/RS · 05-23-2009, 01:38 PM

Congrats!!!

PQ · 05-23-2009, 01:42 PM

Well, very nice. Glad you liked it. Hope yours gets here soon.

jpsuperman81 · 05-23-2009, 02:28 PM

Paul, how tall are you and did it feel at all like head was too close to sunroof while driving with it open? I sat in one with sunroof and was fine I'm 5 11, but I am trying to locate one to drive with sunroof before my order gets pulled. I love sunroofs but with all the talk on here if I felt like it was too close while driving to feel normal i was gonna delete it.

paulv7260 · 05-23-2009, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jpsuperman81

Paul, how tall are you and did it feel at all like head was too close to sunroof while driving with it open? I sat in one with sunroof and was fine I'm 5 11, but I am trying to locate one to drive with sunroof before my order gets pulled. I love sunroofs but with all the talk on here if I felt like it was too close while driving to feel normal i was gonna delete it.

During the test drive I was able to completely forget about the sunroof, i.e. it was not a distraction but I kept it closed.

I'm 5'9". When I first got in the car I could feel my hair touching the roof. I played with the sunroof before adjusting the seat height and I know the seat was high because I could stick my hand out of the sunroof without angling my shoulder above 90 degrees. I lowered the seat for my comfort and that was a significant improvement. I'm not sure how much lower the seat could have gone though. If I were to guage from experience I would say the seat height was about mid-point based on my view of the hood. Generally I don't slouch when I drive and I keep the seat angled upright.

Not sure if this helps.

Paul

super60 · 05-23-2009, 03:51 PM

Congratulations and Thank You for supporting GM and Team Camaro. I wish you many years of driving excitement in your new Camaro.

Thanks again from your Oshawa Camaro Build Team.

Super60

paulv7260 · 05-23-2009, 04:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by super60

Congratulations and Thank You for supporting GM and Team Camaro. I wish you many years of driving excitement in your new Camaro.

Thanks again from your Oshawa Camaro Build Team.

Super60

Thank you! I'm looking forward to lots of fun with the Camaro. You've got a great car and I'm glad it's in your hands. Kudos to the team.

Paul

05-23-2009, 01:32 PM	#1
paulv7260 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS SIM L99 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 299	Oh Yes, Got My Invitation to the Dance - VIN 11158 Haven't been to my dealership since November but thought I would make the 40 mile trip on this Memorial Day weekend. Boy did he ever have good news. Got my VIN, my status shows me at 3400 on 05/09/2009 but I'm hoping that it is built because another screen he showed me said it was "In-Transit". What was really great is that I've never had a chance to sit in a 2010 Camaro. I only saw one at the DC Auto Show. They had a 2LT (non-RS), Yellow, automatic demonstrator that he let me take for a spin. Now I see why it has been said that it is worth the wait (read: I'm psyched!). Keeping in mind that I focused on the fundamentals during the test drive here are my thoughts: Yes, the windshield is like a turret but not a problem for me. Kind of like getting used to wide-screen HDTV. I thought the interior was nice. It did not strike me as "plain" and the knobs and buttons appeared to be well laid out but I did not play with them. Regarding the blind spot, if you are an experienced driver you should not have a problem. I adapted very quickly to the mirrors. Performance was "spirited" but I do long for my V8. No time trials so that's about all I can say. The ride was quiet and smooth. Since I ordered a sunroof I did play with the one the demonstrator and I was pleased with it. Nothing spectaclar other than it was larger (a good thing) then I thought it was going to be. The trunk is what I expected. Not roomy by large car standards but nothing that organization couldn't address (for my needs anyway). What a great day Paul EDIT: In anyone is interested I ordered on 11/29/2008. R6P!! Last edited by paulv7260; 05-23-2009 at 01:34 PM. Reason: add date ordered

05-23-2009, 01:36 PM	#2
GMtothecore "That Guy" Drives: Camaro SS...........what else? Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: OOOOOOOklahoma where the wind comes sweepin' down the plains. Posts: 2,360	very nice....congrats __________________

05-23-2009, 01:42 PM	#5
PQ Booooosted. Drives: 2010 Supercharged SS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mobile, AL Posts: 36,717 View My Garage	Well, very nice. Glad you liked it. Hope yours gets here soon. __________________

05-23-2009, 03:51 PM	#8
super60 Built with Pride "Oshawa" Drives: 2011 Chev Silverado Z71 Crew Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Camaro Build Team , Oshawa Posts: 1,445	11158 Oshawa Congratulations and Thank You for supporting GM and Team Camaro. I wish you many years of driving excitement in your new Camaro. Thanks again from your Oshawa Camaro Build Team. Super60

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