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CamaroSoldier · 05-19-2010, 07:13 PM

So im looking through the forums, and i couldnt find too much on just the overall viewing experience when driving a camaro. I went to a car show couple months back, and was able to sit and get a feel for the car. It was very low compared to the chevy malibu and mustang. I was wondering if this will be a major problem when driving it.

ron10 · 05-19-2010, 07:14 PM

i have no problem what so ever.

CamaroSoldier · 05-19-2010, 07:17 PM

Thx, Im probably gonna go to a GM dealer to test drive this weekend

RogueSS · 05-19-2010, 07:18 PM

No problem for me.

When i'm in my Impala police car now I feel like I'm sitting in a truck, much prefer the view and feel of the Camaro.

blkngldbabe · 05-19-2010, 07:18 PM

I thought it may be and it felt like that for the first day. You get used to it real quick and it becomes second nature to look and as long as you adjust your mirrors you shouldn't have an issue. Have fun on your test drive!!

AdnanHfuda · 05-19-2010, 07:19 PM

i drove it once, didnt notice any visibility issues except when i was backing up. that was horrible.

CamaroSoldier · 05-19-2010, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by blkngldbabe

I thought it may be and it felt like that for the first day. You get used to it real quick and it becomes second nature to look and as long as you adjust your mirrors you shouldn't have an issue. Have fun on your test drive!!

Thx, as long as it doesnt pose a problem lol..... I dont wanna hit my insurance up cause of my age as well.

Bbrock25 · 05-19-2010, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by AdnanHfuda

i drove it once, didnt notice any visibility issues except when i was backing up. that was horrible.

When your backing up from a parking space out into the road or w/e really gotta pay attention. cuz you really can't see much at all lol

code3 ss · 05-19-2010, 07:24 PM

just dont drive in reverse and youll be fine! lol

CamaroSoldier · 05-19-2010, 07:26 PM

Can anyone give any tips for backing up?? Please, much appreciated

PSSIRAB · 05-19-2010, 07:27 PM

I can see great, forward or backwards. Try driving an S2000 or an HHR.

Mayhem · 05-19-2010, 07:28 PM

10,000km & 8 months later.. I still think the visibility sucks in this car.

You can't get used to poor visibility & anyone who tells you otherwise is blinded by just how hot the Camaro is.

But you can get used to the fact that you're going to have to deal with it and do your best to compensate for it by using your mirrors to their fullest if you want to enjoy the Camaro. It more than likely will make you a better & more alert driver.

Is it worth it? For most people... a resounding Hell yes!

PS : After driving a while.. you do get better at gauging distances around your car if you're worried about that. But you will have to work harder to see things in this car.

PPS: You are likely going to have more visibility issues due to the crowd of people around your car everywhere you go.... I still get harrassed every time I take it out....exactly the same as I did when I first got the car last September. A little suprised about that.

HOZAY · 05-19-2010, 07:28 PM

I still can't parallel park this thing, due to the fact that I'm still not 100% sure what my rear clearance is - on my old Galant, I was sure and could parallel park like a champ. I need to practice on this one.

VenomZ302 · 05-19-2010, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroSoldier

Can anyone give any tips for backing up?? Please, much appreciated

Use your mirrors and you should be fine. The only time I've had a problem backing up was when I parked in an angled space that sloped down. I couldn't see behind me to the right just by turning my head. It just meant I had to be extra careful to use my mirrors and look behind me, though.

05-19-2010, 07:13 PM	#1
CamaroSoldier Drives: 2011 Camaro 1LT/RS Join Date: May 2010 Location: Richmond, Virginia Posts: 150	Camaro's Visibility So im looking through the forums, and i couldnt find too much on just the overall viewing experience when driving a camaro. I went to a car show couple months back, and was able to sit and get a feel for the car. It was very low compared to the chevy malibu and mustang. I was wondering if this will be a major problem when driving it.

05-19-2010, 07:18 PM	#4
RogueSS Drives: Black 2SS/RS M6 #100296 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Salt Lake City, UT Posts: 542 View My Garage	No problem for me. When i'm in my Impala police car now I feel like I'm sitting in a truck, much prefer the view and feel of the Camaro. __________________ AirRaid CAI, GM Performance Parts Axle Back Exhaust, Pfadt Rear Balance Bar, Pfadt 1.25" Drop Sorings, Elite Engineering PCV Catch Can, Hurst Shifter All work by JDP Motorsports 04/14/12: 381 RWHP 383 RWTQ at JDP Motorsports

05-19-2010, 07:18 PM	#5
blkngldbabe Barossa's handler Drives: 2LT/RS RJT Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Highland Chev,Aurora Ontario Posts: 1,097	I thought it may be and it felt like that for the first day. You get used to it real quick and it becomes second nature to look and as long as you adjust your mirrors you shouldn't have an issue. Have fun on your test drive!! __________________ SLP's GTA Master Specialty Vehicle and Master Parts Dealer

05-19-2010, 07:19 PM	#6
AdnanHfuda Drives: none :( Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Calgary Posts: 2,123	i drove it once, didnt notice any visibility issues except when i was backing up. that was horrible. __________________ one day my love http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=83005

05-19-2010, 07:28 PM	#13
HOZAY The Eponymous Jose Drives: A V6. Yes. A LLT. Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Miami Posts: 398 View My Garage	I still can't parallel park this thing, due to the fact that I'm still not 100% sure what my rear clearance is - on my old Galant, I was sure and could parallel park like a champ. I need to practice on this one. __________________

05-19-2010, 07:14 PM	#2
ron10 Drives: 2010 2SS IOM L99 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: LOUISVILLE,KY.. Posts: 7,545	i have no problem what so ever.

05-19-2010, 07:17 PM	#3
CamaroSoldier Drives: 2011 Camaro 1LT/RS Join Date: May 2010 Location: Richmond, Virginia Posts: 150	Thx, Im probably gonna go to a GM dealer to test drive this weekend

05-19-2010, 07:24 PM	#9
code3 ss Drives: SW,SS1 RS,GRND EFFCS,ORNG STRPS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 76 View My Garage	just dont drive in reverse and youll be fine! lol

05-19-2010, 07:26 PM	#10
CamaroSoldier Drives: 2011 Camaro 1LT/RS Join Date: May 2010 Location: Richmond, Virginia Posts: 150	Can anyone give any tips for backing up?? Please, much appreciated

05-19-2010, 07:27 PM	#11
PSSIRAB Drives: 2010 Synergy - 2017 Krypton 1LE Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Byron Center, MI Posts: 30	I can see great, forward or backwards. Try driving an S2000 or an HHR.

05-19-2010, 07:28 PM	#12
Mayhem Drives: 2010 2SS RS M6 Camaro (Black) Join Date: May 2009 Location: Vancouver, BC (Canada) Posts: 583	10,000km & 8 months later.. I still think the visibility sucks in this car. You can't get used to poor visibility & anyone who tells you otherwise is blinded by just how hot the Camaro is. But you can get used to the fact that you're going to have to deal with it and do your best to compensate for it by using your mirrors to their fullest if you want to enjoy the Camaro. It more than likely will make you a better & more alert driver. Is it worth it? For most people... a resounding Hell yes! PS : After driving a while.. you do get better at gauging distances around your car if you're worried about that. But you will have to work harder to see things in this car. PPS: You are likely going to have more visibility issues due to the crowd of people around your car everywhere you go.... I still get harrassed every time I take it out....exactly the same as I did when I first got the car last September. A little suprised about that.

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