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Old Aug 22, 2013 | 03:31 PM
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If only GM had used the traditional round Corvette style taillights in that rear end even it would have been palatable.

As it is, its just too Camaro-ish in the rear design.
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Old Aug 22, 2013 | 06:13 PM
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All this bitching about Camaro looks is really pointless. I like the new Camaro, but there's no way anyone would mistake a C7 for a Camaro. People should remember it's been almost 20 years since the C5 was designed, and things have changed. At least it's not ugly like the Nissan GTR. The full length spoiler is better looking IMO, and thanks for the pics.
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Old Aug 22, 2013 | 06:21 PM
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I have only seen the green in person,,,,I liked it!
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Old Aug 22, 2013 | 06:48 PM
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Originally Posted by jd_black_00
C7 is a stunning car IMO
great pics.
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Old Aug 23, 2013 | 12:24 AM
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I've seen and sat in the car in person, love every aspect of the car except to me the side profile of the car is to high. I personally would love to see the roof line and fenders lowered by about 2 inches. BTW the fit and finish on the car is truly exceptional for gm and world class even by Lexus or Mercedes standard.

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Old Aug 23, 2013 | 03:30 AM
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I've only seen pics so far and I can't wait to see one up close. I'll reserve final judgement for that time.
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Old Aug 23, 2013 | 06:08 AM
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nice find
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Old Aug 23, 2013 | 06:12 AM
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AWESOME!

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Old Aug 23, 2013 | 11:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Vettmann17
Beautiful, but I still don't like the rear at all.
Don't bother me at all.

I'd take that big azz honey in a hart beat.
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Old Aug 23, 2013 | 12:02 PM
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Looks like an updated Chrysler Crossfire:


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Old Aug 23, 2013 | 12:18 PM
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Camaromalibu butt. :lol

Otherwise I kind of like them.
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Old Aug 23, 2013 | 01:26 PM
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the back side isnt the best but i LOVE the C7, the car is going to create a whole new generation of butt-hurt supercar owners.
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Old Aug 23, 2013 | 02:04 PM
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Originally Posted by sick_tight
the back side isnt the best but i LOVE the C7, the car is going to create a whole new generation of butt-hurt supercar owners.
A Corvette will never be a Porsche, and I like it that way.
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Old Aug 23, 2013 | 02:31 PM
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Jack the car next time and let us know how it drives...
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Old Aug 23, 2013 | 02:40 PM
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Originally Posted by JustCuz
No the stickers on the front were just car numbers.
These were car number 300 & 301.
I did ask about the c7 that got T-boned. And they said it was one of his friends driving that car . And that the town car ran the red light. These two drives were just that test drivers. Didn't know much about the car they were driving at all. They even asked me why I didn't get my z06 with t-tops.
IH-10 runs right through Nawlins, so I would assume these two drivers were enroute somewhere and stopped for chow. Is that a Mickey D's parking lot?

Judging by the Michigan plates, they probably are still GM owned.

Did you answer why you DIDN'T get "T-Tops" with your Z?

Personally I like them so far. Better than the C6 AAMOF.
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Old Aug 23, 2013 | 02:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Ron MN Blue
A** is butt ugly.
sure is... :/

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Old Aug 24, 2013 | 07:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Derf
Why did they get rid of the oval tail lights? Looks like the back end of a Camaro.
It looks like the front end of a Camaro to me.
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If I had the money to buy one, I'd spend it on a 61 or 62 instead.
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Old Aug 24, 2013 | 08:17 AM
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That is sweet, I'm yet to see one in person, but the more pics I see, the more I like it!!!


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Old Aug 24, 2013 | 09:46 AM
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I'm still looking forward to seeing my first one, maybe I'll get lucky at the ALMS at Road Atlanta. The back end is still growing on me, but I'm getting used to it. I want to see one in Lime Rock green

I noticed the sequential manufacturer's tags, would like to have their job for a day.

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