Lutz re Camaro:"We're working on it as if it were an approved program".
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Lutz re Camaro:"We're working on it as if it were an approved program".
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Camaro Going Ahead; Mini-HUMMER Back On Schedule
"All of us are hoping (the Camaro) will be a production-approved program" in the very near future, said GM Vice Chairman Bob Lutz, adding that "We're all working on it as if it were an approved program." The "heritage" Camaro, which debuted in January, proved one of the most popular concepts at this year's Detroit auto show, but even as GM planners continue studying ways to craft a profitable business case, development work is moving ahead. "We're not wasting any time, said Lutz. "There is no reason to assume they would turn it down," he said of the GM board. Meanwhile, the automaker has revived the long-rumored Hummer H4 project. The Wrangler-sized vehicle was pulled from the GM schedule, Lutz confirmed, because the original "clean sheet of paper" approach, which was based on advanced, spaceframe technology, just wouldn't have been able to generate a profit. "A much more derivative approach" has now been adopted, though Lutz stressed that "it will still be a unique vehicle." As with the Camaro, GM's board has yet to give the go, though Lutz said he is "confident it will be" approved.
"All of us are hoping (the Camaro) will be a production-approved program" in the very near future, said GM Vice Chairman Bob Lutz, adding that "We're all working on it as if it were an approved program." The "heritage" Camaro, which debuted in January, proved one of the most popular concepts at this year's Detroit auto show, but even as GM planners continue studying ways to craft a profitable business case, development work is moving ahead. "We're not wasting any time, said Lutz. "There is no reason to assume they would turn it down," he said of the GM board. Meanwhile, the automaker has revived the long-rumored Hummer H4 project. The Wrangler-sized vehicle was pulled from the GM schedule, Lutz confirmed, because the original "clean sheet of paper" approach, which was based on advanced, spaceframe technology, just wouldn't have been able to generate a profit. "A much more derivative approach" has now been adopted, though Lutz stressed that "it will still be a unique vehicle." As with the Camaro, GM's board has yet to give the go, though Lutz said he is "confident it will be" approved.
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Re: Lutz re Camaro:"We're working on it as if it were an approved program".
Sort of confirms what I've been saying. 
1. Camaro ISN'T being done GM's traditional ways, so ignore "experts" (including inside engineers and OEM people) who keep harping that it's impossible for Camaro to be done before 2010 at the earliest. If they aren't actually involved in the Camaro project, chances are they don't actually know what's going on.
2. This RWD chassis is currently GM's highest priority (there are multiple sedans depending on it), the Camaro is Chevy's (to fill a hole in it's lineup and to keep it's momemtum going).
3. Camaro is farther along than we think.
I'll even present yet another "wild" prediction....
Much like the original back in '67, the next Camaro will be out before the sedan it's based on.
1. Camaro ISN'T being done GM's traditional ways, so ignore "experts" (including inside engineers and OEM people) who keep harping that it's impossible for Camaro to be done before 2010 at the earliest. If they aren't actually involved in the Camaro project, chances are they don't actually know what's going on.
2. This RWD chassis is currently GM's highest priority (there are multiple sedans depending on it), the Camaro is Chevy's (to fill a hole in it's lineup and to keep it's momemtum going).
3. Camaro is farther along than we think.
I'll even present yet another "wild" prediction....
Much like the original back in '67, the next Camaro will be out before the sedan it's based on.
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Re: Lutz re Camaro:"We're working on it as if it were an approved program".
Originally Posted by guionM
Sort of confirms what I've been saying.
Much like the original back in '67, the next Camaro will be out before the sedan it's based on.
Much like the original back in '67, the next Camaro will be out before the sedan it's based on.
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Re: Lutz re Camaro:"We're working on it as if it were an approved program".
Originally Posted by guionM
3. Camaro is farther along than we think.
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Re: Lutz re Camaro:"We're working on it as if it were an approved program".
Originally Posted by lock down
well as long as they are working on it is all that matters right now
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Re: Lutz re Camaro:"We're working on it as if it were an approved program".
Maybe since the car might be coming in unordinary GM ways, then it will just be an all around better car as far as stiffness, build quality and final fit and finish. Maybe it will suprise not us (the gearheads) but the non-Camaro faithful.
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Re: Lutz re Camaro:"We're working on it as if it were an approved program".
Hmmm ...
Personal I believe the Camaro will like see production by 2008/2009 model year. Although I think that I will debut with the 5.3l v8 as top engine choice. The larger LS2 will appear a within a year after the Camaro's launch.
Personal I believe the Camaro will like see production by 2008/2009 model year. Although I think that I will debut with the 5.3l v8 as top engine choice. The larger LS2 will appear a within a year after the Camaro's launch.
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Re: Lutz re Camaro:"We're working on it as if it were an approved program".
Originally Posted by posaune
Bob Lutz...GMs biggest leak.
He's definately a friend to high performance enthusiasts, and has a grip on business case.
Whatever anyone might think, he's the genuine article, IMO.