CamaroZ28.Com Custom Die-Cast Car **SERIES II** INFO and Q&A!

JasonD · 09-23-2007, 10:09 PM

Okay, here we go, the information many of you have been waiting for! The info regarding CamaroZ28.Com Die-Cast car Series II! This info WILL change so you should subscribe to this thread to get updated when more info is added.

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(Last updated 1-14-08)

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Q: What is this all about?

CamaroZ28.Com has once again partnered with GreenLight Toys to produce a Limited Edition 1/64 scale Custom Die-Cast Camaro! Like the first version...

* Limited to approximately 1,500 pieces
* Each one individually serial numbered
* Custom car design and wheels
* Special CamaroZ28.Com graphics, text, etc. on both sides of the packaging, including matching trading card
* Special CZ28PACE license plate on the cars themselves (see below for why!).
* Officially Licensed by GM!

Q: Series TWO? HUH?

Series II...the second in the series. The first version (here) was so fun for me to do and sold so well that it became a series. The second version is now in the works. The design has been done and the artwork has been submitted!

Q: How will it be similar to the first version?

* Same price ($9.99 plus shipping)
* Same run numbers (approximately 1,500 made total, approximately 5% will be Green Machines)
* First 10% of run will come with certificate of authenticity as well as all Green Machines
* Licensed by GM, same great detail, same great packaging, same cool CamaroZ28.Com style and quality
* More details later in this post

Q: Any hints on the design?

UPDATE 10-11-07
See the second post in this thread. See this post for the story behind it.

Previous hints:

Okay, here's the good part. It WILL be a Camaro Concept of course, but there will be a major difference in the car structure itself that will be revealed later. The car color, wheels, graphics, packaging will all be new and unique. What color will it be? Not black like the first one. I took major elements from one VERY famous and historic classic Camaro and a couple of minor elements from a similarly matching late model Camaro and merged those elements with a Camaro Concept. Die-hard Camaro enthusiasts from both ends of the spectrum will love this car. Once again, I am doing this to show possibility and generate excitement for the upcoming Camaro and I belive I have succeeded even better this time than with the first version.
I will say that I was inspired by a Photochop image done by a member of this very site. When it was posted on this board a few months ago, I contacted the author of the image and asked him if I could make a die-cast car based on it. He was happy to be a part of it and he will receive credit on the back of the packaging. I believe that image is still posted on the site, but good luck finding it.
It will NOT be the Sunoco Camaro this time. I am only saying this because a lot of people have incorrectly guessed at this recently, and I don't want anyone to get their hopes up only to be let down. However, keep in mind...this is now part of a series. This car will be just as nice, though!

Q: Sounds cool...so...when can I get one?

UPDATE: NOW SHIPPING!

I will open up pre-ordering at 11:59pm EST October 13 (Saturday night). Pre-ordering is encouraged because it is guaranteeing yours and ensures that you will get a lower serial number and will increase the odds of receiving it by Christmas.

Q: Why do I want to pre-order?

Since the cars are individually numbered, they will be sold in order as close to sequentially as possible, starting at the lowest number. The sooner your orders gets in, the lower your serial number will be. Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond our control there is no guarantee of particular numbers. This one is expected to sell out quickly.
~~Also, like before, every 25th car ordered up to the first 500 also gets a free highly valuable and rare Green Machine version.~~ (500th car ordered, so this is no longer valid.)

Q: So after I pre-order, when will it ship?

UPDATE: NOW SHIPPING!

We are expecting to receive them in ~~early to mid December~~ early January (see post #200 in this thread) and they are expected to ship immediately. It is highly advised that you pre-order as soon as possible if you want to get yours in time for Christmas!!

Q: When will the design be released?

UPDATE: Design released - see next post.

~~Approximately one week before pre-ordering is opened up, which makes it late October 6 or sometime October 7 that images will be released.~~
Be watching this thread! You may want to subscribe to this thread to be notified when it is updated going forward.

Q: What is a "Green Machine"?

Green Machine versions are GreenLight's special edition separate numbered run, and can be considered in this case to be a "limited edition of the limited editions". They will account for approximately 5% of the regular production run of the CamaroZ28.Com cars. They will be VERY rare and valuable. They will come with a matching certificate of authenticity.

Q: Okay, how do I get the "Green Machine" version?

Every 25th pre-ordered regular production car (up to the first 500) will get a CamaroZ28.Com Green Machine version to go along with it absolutely FREE (a total of 20 free Green Machines - the "Lucky 20"). (500th car ordered, so this is no longer valid.)

Q: Will there be a Chris/Jason/Scott Settlemire signature option?

Signature options on the cars themselves like the first version are not planned. However, the first 150 cars (approximately 10% of the total run) will come with a matching numbered certificates of authenticity, hand numbered and signed by Chris and Jason.

Q: How do I know if my order made it in? What serial number will I get?

The odds of an order not making to me are pretty slim, but if you are concerned or just want to make sure, you can e-mail and ask at jason@camaroz28.com. Please make it easy for me to check and include ALL order information. Also note that it may take me some time to get back with you. Be patient, I will do my best to reply ASAP.
You also have to create an account in the store to place an order. You can log into your account there and check status that way. If is says "Processing" everything is fine. For more information, click here and look under the "What does my order status mean in my account?"
There is no way I can mention what serial number everyone will get. I would hate to count incorrectly and have someone disappointed. It will have to be a surprise!

Q: My PayPal address is incorrect/I moved/something like that...what do I do?

E-mail jason@camaroz28.com. Please include ALL order information and as well as all changed information.

EXTRA NOTES:
Like the first one, I am basically a one-man show on this one. From the design to the shipping, I am pretty much handling all of this. I will try to be as precise as possible in doing this. Having said that, if there are any errors beyond my control (e-mail orders not making it to my inbox for one reason or another, technical glitches, etc.,) please understand that it is just that...beyond my control. I suppose my biggest concern is PayPal or Google not sending me an e-mail and someone not getting their order "in line" or something getting lost in the mail. In short, if something goes wrong, it is probably beyond my control and I will do whatever I can to make it right.

I would like to thank the following sponsors for helping to make this project happen:
- Custom SSI
- F-Body Vinyl
- Full Throttle Speed
- HotPart.Com
- Maryland Speed
- Nitro Dave's Nitrous Outlet
- TByrne Motorsports
- Thunder Racing
- Victory Racing Engines
- R&D SPeed
- Trifecta Performance Tuning
- Zaino Bros. Show Car Polish

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JasonD · 09-23-2007, 10:11 PM

Reserved for future use, picture releases, etc.

10-11-07 - 3D rendering /trading card image released (see Post 62 in this thread)

mdacton · 09-23-2007, 10:14 PM

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major difference in the car structure itself that will be revealed later

I will get one unless its a convertable.

EkS · 09-23-2007, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by JasonD

It WILL be a Camaro Concept of course, but there will be a major difference in the car structure itself that will be revealed later.

This has led me to believe that it'll be a convertible

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But one question. Is the release time PST like last time?

Edit: Oops I meant EST like last time.

JasonD · 09-23-2007, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by EkS

But one question. Is the release time PST like last time?

EST, edited the first post to clarify that. Thanks!

shock6906 · 09-24-2007, 07:45 AM

I'm definitely guessing it'll be a convertible this time around. I'm also going to throw a guess out there that it might be white/orange stripes.

95 firechicken · 09-24-2007, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by shock6906

I'm definitely guessing it'll be a convertible this time around. I'm also going to throw a guess out there that it might be white/orange stripes.

what he said

Silverbullet02ss · 09-24-2007, 10:50 AM

Hey Jason, I want the same serial number as my Series I. LOL, just kidding man, I know this process is hard enough work without adding something like that to it. Thanks again for all the hard work though

JasonD · 09-24-2007, 10:58 AM

But Greenlight hasn't yet released a 1:64 convertible Camaro Concept.

shock6906 · 09-24-2007, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by JasonD

But Greenlight hasn't yet released a 1:64 convertible Camaro Concept.

Yet being the operative word there.

MLL · 09-24-2007, 12:29 PM

Greenlight headquarters is about 1/4 of a mile from my house. Was down there Friday on unrelated business and saw the first-shot concept 'verts and was asked my opinion. They look AWESOME!!!!!