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SabotAndHeat · 05-24-2015, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by USAFS197

You want a car that looks like the 1969 Camaro? Buy a 1969 Camaro.

Ironically, I also suggested that if Chevrolet were to make a limited run of say...60,000x 1969 Camaro "reprints" with new/upgraded mechanical workings that are on par with todays handling, fuel economy and power...people would go nuts for them. So nuts in fact they could probably sell for a round $80,000 dollars. But, I digress.

The reality is most people just don't have the cash to throw down and "Buy a 1969 Camaro" that has been resto-modded or to build/rebuild a 1969 Camaro from the ground up. That's why I think the retro look would work in the first place. It meets alot of criteria that people want all in one car.

USAFS197 · 05-24-2015, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by SabotAndHeat

Ironically, I also suggested that if Chevrolet were to make a limited run of say...60,000x 1969 Camaro "reprints" with new/upgraded mechanical workings that are on par with todays handling, fuel economy and power...people would go nuts for them. So nuts in fact they could probably sell for a round $80,000 dollars. But, I digress.

The reality is most people just don't have the cash to throw down and "Buy a 1969 Camaro" that has been resto-modded or to build/rebuild a 1969 Camaro from the ground up. That's why I think the retro look would work in the first place. It meets alot of criteria that people want all in one car.

I'd certainly give you that. A reproduction of a classic with modern components would certainly sell like hot cakes. This however, does not equate to further retro models in future vehicle development. They can take tidbits of inspiration from them, sure but frankly, it needs to move on. It's no different than the new mustang. Sure, they took a step in the right direction but it still has too many retro cues. Combine that with Fords global design language and you have a hosh-posh of good intentions that just missed the mark. GM I think, took the safe route and decided that it was just easier to change a few cues than to remodel the car. I think it's a safe bet but not daring enough.

1Canuck · 05-24-2015, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by SabotAndHeat

Ironically, I also suggested that if Chevrolet were to make a limited run of say...60,000x 1969 Camaro "reprints" with new/upgraded mechanical workings that are on par with todays handling, fuel economy and power...people would go nuts for them. So nuts in fact they could probably sell for a round $80,000 dollars. But, I digress.

The reality is most people just don't have the cash to throw down and "Buy a 1969 Camaro" that has been resto-modded or to build/rebuild a 1969 Camaro from the ground up. That's why I think the retro look would work in the first place. It meets alot of criteria that people want all in one car.

a quick search found 2 Z28 1969 here under $80,000. I know $80,000 US is about $100k here so either you have the cash or not in either event.
I for one would get original for the same money since I still remember the fun of being able to work on your car without electronic gizmos.

I liked the look of the Gen5, but it was the 14 that got my money. It is a matter of personal taste OR a matter of getting the newest. It will be a while before the Gen6 look will grow on me.

MLAZ1990 · 05-24-2015, 06:37 PM

Sticking with my 2012, the new one looks awful!

Soloshawn · 05-24-2015, 09:19 PM

Thought about this question. I have a 2011 2SS/RS Automatic that has 32,000 miles on it after 5 years as a daily driver and track day car. I have modified the car for track on the low end with PFADT front and rear sway bars, stainless brake lines around, Camaro engine tower strut, CAI Filter, Full OMP harnesses, Hurst extension tap shifter bars, Corsa cat back mufflers. Just ordered the new Moreno camber and castor to take away the understeer.
I brought in my car for an what if I traded in my car question and they said around $22,000 the way it stood. The new price out the door of a Gen 6 is more about $55,000. From what I have seen the gen 6 car is improved, but is it worth $33,000 more? I would have to go and improve it over stock as I have already done to my car. I would probably get about 3 more seconds off my best lap time. $10,000 a second? People always come u to me and say nice things about my car. I don't think that I would get any more compliments. So I think about how I could that money on a vacation a new bathroom or so much more. i think I will wait a few years and see if the Corvette prices come down on used ones and also the used Gen 6 and be financially prudent while still getting my adrenaline kicks on the track.

marksamillion · 05-24-2015, 09:33 PM

Not trading in
Don't like interior or the lower part of grill

rjinotti · 05-24-2015, 10:29 PM

Sticking to my game plan, will upgrade to a 2012 - 2013 ZL1 come October and will wait until I could score one just under $40,000 and I will be a happy dude....

ToolFan66 · 05-24-2015, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by SabotAndHeat

6th Gen missed the mark in my opinion. Should have went even further retro.

I can't rememeber the artist, but I do remember that these were produced early half of the 2000's in response to the rumor of a new Camaro coming out.
I think this would have been the right track. Perhaps the rear would need to be worked a little. But, its a 95% solution in my book.

Red2014SS · 05-25-2015, 03:43 AM

GM upgraded the Camaro for young buyers. It's a great car, but like others have said, the retro flavor is being phased out. The new interior is beautiful, but it's very modern. Reminds me of a Lexus. The 6th Gen is a wonderful car, and GM eventually had to go in a modern direction. They have to compete with the Mustang, and Ford has done the same thing.

That said, I love the retro looks of the 5th. I even love the retro styled "cheap" interior. I've decided that I'm keeping mine.

krisprz2010camaross · 05-25-2015, 04:20 AM

Nope, but the 6th gen is dead to me...lol

SabotAndHeat · 05-25-2015, 01:28 PM

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762ch · 05-25-2015, 02:26 PM

I will be trading for a new camaro or a C7 stingray.

ToolFan66 · 05-25-2015, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by SabotAndHeat

Dan2013 · 05-25-2015, 09:00 PM

Depending on how the new Camaro looks in person I may be ADDING it to my car stable. If I don't like it the new C7 will be added. No matter what I win.

05-24-2015, 06:37 PM	#172
MLAZ1990 Drives: 2012 black camaro 2LS Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 3,023 View My Garage	Sticking with my 2012, the new one looks awful! __________________ SLP Loud Mouth 1 Exhaust, K&N CAI, RS Headlights, NightOwl V2 halo kit, ZL1 Grille, Custom 2LS Emblems, Green Footwells, GM GFX splitter, Ace Alloy Convex All Matte Black Wheels(20x9 & 20x10.5) wrapped in Toyo Proxe STII(255/45/20 & 295/40/20)

05-24-2015, 10:29 PM	#175
rjinotti Drives: 2011 SGM 1SS A6 & 2014 SW 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Lighthouse Point, Fl Posts: 490 View My Garage	Sticking to my game plan, will upgrade to a 2012 - 2013 ZL1 come October and will wait until I could score one just under $40,000 and I will be a happy dude.... __________________

05-25-2015, 03:43 AM	#177
Red2014SS Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Camaro Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,421	GM upgraded the Camaro for young buyers. It's a great car, but like others have said, the retro flavor is being phased out. The new interior is beautiful, but it's very modern. Reminds me of a Lexus. The 6th Gen is a wonderful car, and GM eventually had to go in a modern direction. They have to compete with the Mustang, and Ford has done the same thing. That said, I love the retro looks of the 5th. I even love the retro styled "cheap" interior. I've decided that I'm keeping mine. __________________ 2014 2SS/RS, L99, SW LTH w/HF Cats, GMPP Ex. Z/28 CAI, FR41s in PVD Black Chrome, Recaros, Pfadt Sway 377hp, 383tq 12.739@110.44 MPH

05-25-2015, 04:20 AM	#178
krisprz2010camaross Drives: 2010 Camaro 2ss/Rs Transformers Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Yorba Linda, California Posts: 1,564	Nope, but the 6th gen is dead to me...lol __________________ YouTube:Krisprz garage Insta:kris__perez & krisprz_garage LS3 conversion Vararam intake(tune model) Kooks LT headers & cats delete Corsa ZL1 3" exhaust RedBarn Racing Tune CMS Stage 3 Cam AFR CNC ported heads MSD Spark plug wires LNC-2000 Launch controller NGK TR6 Spark Plugs 1le strut tower brace-TPIS spacers Nick Williams 102mm throttle body Fast lsxr 102 intake manifold Slp 25% UDP Katech Tensioner Pulley Circle D 3600-3700 multi disk Stall GM 3.91 gears DDS carbon fiber driveshaft ZL1 fuel pump & injectors Flex fuel sensor(91/E85) https://wheelwell.com/kris-perez

05-24-2015, 09:19 PM	#173
Soloshawn Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Kenmore, Washington Posts: 191	Thought about this question. I have a 2011 2SS/RS Automatic that has 32,000 miles on it after 5 years as a daily driver and track day car. I have modified the car for track on the low end with PFADT front and rear sway bars, stainless brake lines around, Camaro engine tower strut, CAI Filter, Full OMP harnesses, Hurst extension tap shifter bars, Corsa cat back mufflers. Just ordered the new Moreno camber and castor to take away the understeer. I brought in my car for an what if I traded in my car question and they said around $22,000 the way it stood. The new price out the door of a Gen 6 is more about $55,000. From what I have seen the gen 6 car is improved, but is it worth $33,000 more? I would have to go and improve it over stock as I have already done to my car. I would probably get about 3 more seconds off my best lap time. $10,000 a second? People always come u to me and say nice things about my car. I don't think that I would get any more compliments. So I think about how I could that money on a vacation a new bathroom or so much more. i think I will wait a few years and see if the Corvette prices come down on used ones and also the used Gen 6 and be financially prudent while still getting my adrenaline kicks on the track.

05-24-2015, 09:33 PM	#174
marksamillion Drives: 2013 Camaro 2ss rs 1le summit whi Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: louisiana Posts: 6 View My Garage	Not trading in Don't like interior or the lower part of grill

05-25-2015, 02:26 PM	#180
762ch Drives: 2011 2SS Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Sacramento Posts: 341	I will be trading for a new camaro or a C7 stingray.

05-25-2015, 09:00 PM	#182
Dan2013 Living the Dream Drives: 2013 Camaro SS Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Lake Murray, South Carolina Posts: 147	Depending on how the new Camaro looks in person I may be ADDING it to my car stable. If I don't like it the new C7 will be added. No matter what I win.