Camaro this / Camaro that
#61
Racer
Member Since: Mar 2002
Location: Tinley Park IL
Posts: 271
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
my bad.
it was a 2002 camaro and a 2002 c5 that both had the same radio....
#62
Melting Slicks
Nearly EVERY high line car shares at least something with a lower priced model within the brand's line up.
I don't hear too many Porsche Carrera S owners complaining about some of the elements their $96k+ car shares with a $49k Boxster.
Or even a $172k Turbo S Cabriolet owner overwhelmingly saddened about the similarities of his car to a $93k base Carrera Cabriolet.
If sharing some minor switchgear or even some styling cues form a cheaper model ALSO helps GM/Chevrolet deliver '$95k+ sports car performance' for only $51k - $55k, then count me in.
ZR1, Z06,GS, Base Corvette, OK. But any Corvette, CAMARO parts lineage is not the same comparison as your Porsche example above
Regardless, I'm with ya
#64
Miles of Smiles
Member Since: Mar 2010
Location: Omaha Nebraska
Posts: 3,181
Received 540 Likes
on
365 Posts
2016 C5 of the Year Finalist
For me, the only thing that matters is how a car makes me feel...both from looking at it and from driving it. From what I have seen and read, I am really excited about the C7.
And while it will may be a while before I own a C7, I will still enthusiastically enjoy the next generation of Corvette(s), and the legacy that continues because of it.
And while it will may be a while before I own a C7, I will still enthusiastically enjoy the next generation of Corvette(s), and the legacy that continues because of it.
#65
Race Director
#67
Team Owner
1965 Shelby Gt 350 has the EXACT same gauge cluster and radio as the Ford Falcon.
The 1967 Shelby GT 500 has the exact same sequential tailights as the Ford Thunderbird.
What is my point?
Two of the the most historic, most valuable, most universally respected muscle cars in history borrowed EXACT pieces from lesser models.
So I guess Carrol Shelby was an idiot...
If you hate the new corvette because you hate the design that IMO is an acceptable position and one many wil take.
If you hate it solely on the basis of perceived brand similarity then you have made a tired weak arguement that the herd has made.
Every time someone makes the camaro point I go out in my garage, sit in my 66 Shelby and thank the car Gods for Carrol Shelby.
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion ......... If it matches mine. ha !!!
The 1967 Shelby GT 500 has the exact same sequential tailights as the Ford Thunderbird.
What is my point?
Two of the the most historic, most valuable, most universally respected muscle cars in history borrowed EXACT pieces from lesser models.
So I guess Carrol Shelby was an idiot...
If you hate the new corvette because you hate the design that IMO is an acceptable position and one many wil take.
If you hate it solely on the basis of perceived brand similarity then you have made a tired weak arguement that the herd has made.
Every time someone makes the camaro point I go out in my garage, sit in my 66 Shelby and thank the car Gods for Carrol Shelby.
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion ......... If it matches mine. ha !!!
#68
Melting Slicks
The car would be a lot more than 80k if it didn't use some of the same parts from lesser models. I'd actually prefer it to use as many of the same parts from other models as much as possible as long as it doesn't reduce performance or quality. It's called good engineering cost management. Therefore, these parts will be produced in much greater volume making them cheaper. Then if you ever need to replace said part, it ends up being 1000x cheaper and 1000x easier to find.
#69
Burning Brakes
Member Since: Feb 2005
Location: Skippack PA
Posts: 906
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Actually, I think the vast majority complaining will buy one. Some will hold off for a year or two, and continue to complain, but eventually, they'll cave and buy one. The C6 was a great car, I loved mine and still think its one of the best looking cars ever made, but its dated and time for something new (like rectangular tail lights).
#70
...I just hope this new c7 dosn't devalue my Camero by looking too much like it.!:toet ap:
it is obvious he does not know how to use emoticons!
...hey, who's he talking to?
it is obvious he does not know how to use emoticons!
...hey, who's he talking to?
#71
Burning Brakes
1965 Shelby Gt 350 has the EXACT same gauge cluster and radio as the Ford Falcon.
The 1967 Shelby GT 500 has the exact same sequential tailights as the Ford Thunderbird.
What is my point?
Two of the the most historic, most valuable, most universally respected muscle cars in history borrowed EXACT pieces from lesser models.
So I guess Carrol Shelby was an idiot...
If you hate the new corvette because you hate the design that IMO is an acceptable position and one many wil take.
If you hate it solely on the basis of perceived brand similarity then you have made a tired weak arguement that the herd has made.
Every time someone makes the camaro point I go out in my garage, sit in my 66 Shelby and thank the car Gods for Carrol Shelby.
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion ......... If it matches mine. ha !!!
The 1967 Shelby GT 500 has the exact same sequential tailights as the Ford Thunderbird.
What is my point?
Two of the the most historic, most valuable, most universally respected muscle cars in history borrowed EXACT pieces from lesser models.
So I guess Carrol Shelby was an idiot...
If you hate the new corvette because you hate the design that IMO is an acceptable position and one many wil take.
If you hate it solely on the basis of perceived brand similarity then you have made a tired weak arguement that the herd has made.
Every time someone makes the camaro point I go out in my garage, sit in my 66 Shelby and thank the car Gods for Carrol Shelby.
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion ......... If it matches mine. ha !!!
If the C7 doesn't have oval or round tail lights like the rest of the generations it might be awesome just the same.
Can't wait till 1-13-13
Go leafs go!
#72
16 Vettes and counting…..
Actually, I think the vast majority complaining will buy one. Some will hold off for a year or two, and continue to complain, but eventually, they'll cave and buy one. The C6 was a great car, I loved mine and still think its one of the best looking cars ever made, but its dated and time for something new (like rectangular tail lights).
#73
AIR FORCE VETERAN
Vette NV. I have used the term dated. I have also made clear that IMO all Corvettes are beautiful. I think it is a mistake to bash one then claim your model is the best. Who doesn't like C2's but they are not good drivers but great lookers. Then many say I am keeping my C whatever because C7's are ugly. As a Corvette owner/ fan for decades I take offense at any body calling a stock factory Corvette ugly. As a fan I think it is ignorant. A C 7 is not a C6, aC3 a C1... It is a new beautiful Corvette...save the wave
#74
Melting Slicks
Now I love my 68 Camaro. I am not a big fan of the new Camaro though. My daughter on the other hand owns a 2010 Yellow SS. I just don't see a big Camaro resemblance in the C7 renders and drawings. If I did, I would be disappointed as opposed to chomping at the bit. Like others have said, most of the nay sayers will find an affection for the new design or it will grow on them at the very least. It happens with every generation of Corvette as well most other cars.
Last edited by slief; 01-05-2013 at 08:52 PM.
#75
If Chevrolet wants to make the back end of the Corvette and Camaro look similar that's fine with me, but I would rather have seen it done the other way around with the Camaro getting the Corvette rear treatment. Personally I think the Camaro rear end looks ugly on the Camaro, so I don't see why they would want to transplant it to any other car.
#76
16 Vettes and counting…..
Vette NV. I have used the term dated. I have also made clear that IMO all Corvettes are beautiful. I think it is a mistake to bash one then claim your model is the best. Who doesn't like C2's but they are not good drivers but great lookers. Then many say I am keeping my C whatever because C7's are ugly. As a Corvette owner/ fan for decades I take offense at any body calling a stock factory Corvette ugly. As a fan I think it is ignorant. A C 7 is not a C6, aC3 a C1... It is a new beautiful Corvette...save the wave
I like to think I'm objective to a degree. I've owned every generation but C1 and there were some that were very disappointed cars....both from a mechanical and a style standpoint. Having said that, I don't think any stock Corvette is ugly, although some designs have certainly weathered the years better than others. I'm keepin my C6 because I love it.....and I will have no problem parking a C7 next to it my garage. My wife's Mercedes having to sit outside at that point will be my REAL problem.
#78
1965 Shelby Gt 350 has the EXACT same gauge cluster and radio as the Ford Falcon.
The 1967 Shelby GT 500 has the exact same sequential tailights as the Ford Thunderbird.
What is my point?
Two of the the most historic, most valuable, most universally respected muscle cars in history borrowed EXACT pieces from lesser models.
So I guess Carrol Shelby was an idiot...
If you hate the new corvette because you hate the design that IMO is an acceptable position and one many wil take.
If you hate it solely on the basis of perceived brand similarity then you have made a tired weak arguement that the herd has made.
Every time someone makes the camaro point I go out in my garage, sit in my 66 Shelby and thank the car Gods for Carrol Shelby.
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion ......... If it matches mine. ha !!!
The 1967 Shelby GT 500 has the exact same sequential tailights as the Ford Thunderbird.
What is my point?
Two of the the most historic, most valuable, most universally respected muscle cars in history borrowed EXACT pieces from lesser models.
So I guess Carrol Shelby was an idiot...
If you hate the new corvette because you hate the design that IMO is an acceptable position and one many wil take.
If you hate it solely on the basis of perceived brand similarity then you have made a tired weak arguement that the herd has made.
Every time someone makes the camaro point I go out in my garage, sit in my 66 Shelby and thank the car Gods for Carrol Shelby.
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion ......... If it matches mine. ha !!!