What do we know about the 5th gen so far?
03-23-2006, 01:57 PM
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What do we know about the 5th gen so far?
My point behind this thread is to compile info on the 5th gen that some of the members have on good source will be optioned or standard on the new Camaro; to sort out the more substantiated rumors from the completely unfounded rumors. For example, wheels, trims levels, engine choices, performance RPO codes (along the lines of 1LE), etc. I have noted that there may be more than three trim levels, which is pretty much what made me want to start this thread.
For starters, it seems likely that the 5th gen will use a double-pivot BMWesque multilink strut setup for its front suspension, but is the rear suspension finalized? Obviously it is an IRS system, but are we currently looking more at a Sigma IRS setup or the Holden Monaro type setup?
For starters, it seems likely that the 5th gen will use a double-pivot BMWesque multilink strut setup for its front suspension, but is the rear suspension finalized? Obviously it is an IRS system, but are we currently looking more at a Sigma IRS setup or the Holden Monaro type setup?
03-23-2006, 02:06 PM
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Re: What do we know about the 5th gen so far?
-True dual exahust
-at 18 inch wheels
-little or no change to the exterior, except for the headlights and the B pillar/ ttop thing
-interrior might change to more a modern look, definitely move the console gauges towards the dash (safety reason)
-at 18 inch wheels
-little or no change to the exterior, except for the headlights and the B pillar/ ttop thing
-interrior might change to more a modern look, definitely move the console gauges towards the dash (safety reason)
03-23-2006, 02:46 PM
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Re: What do we know about the 5th gen so far?
you sure about the headlights?
i hope those don't change. Those are the sexiest headlights i've ever seen.
Again, you guys have already turned this into SPECULATION and not FACT. Not stuff we *KNOW*
i hope those don't change. Those are the sexiest headlights i've ever seen.
Again, you guys have already turned this into SPECULATION and not FACT. Not stuff we *KNOW*
03-23-2006, 03:33 PM
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Re: What do we know about the 5th gen so far?
Originally Posted by JasonD
You sure about that?
I know plenty......But I have Black Suburbans circling my house these days....
I leave a lot of blatant hints around here though......
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03-23-2006, 04:55 PM
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Re: What do we know about the 5th gen so far?
Originally Posted by RussStang
My point behind this thread is to compile info on the 5th gen that some of the members have on good source will be optioned or standard on the new Camaro; to sort out the more substantiated rumors from the completely unfounded rumors. For example, wheels, trims levels, engine choices, performance RPO codes (along the lines of 1LE), etc. I have noted that there may be more than three trim levels, which is pretty much what made me want to start this thread.
For starters, it seems likely that the 5th gen will use a double-pivot BMWesque multilink strut setup for its front suspension, but is the rear suspension finalized? Obviously it is an IRS system, but are we currently looking more at a Sigma IRS setup or the Holden Monaro type setup?
For starters, it seems likely that the 5th gen will use a double-pivot BMWesque multilink strut setup for its front suspension, but is the rear suspension finalized? Obviously it is an IRS system, but are we currently looking more at a Sigma IRS setup or the Holden Monaro type setup?
Wouldn't put much stock on an options list or performance codes at this point.
Without going into specifics, this new Camaro is shaping up to be quite a ride!
Where the 4th gen was nothing more than an engine in a box, this one is going to be one hell of a package. I'm still wondering how they are going to keep the price at Mustang levels.
My interior concerns have been calmed for now (seems the air of quality is going to be carried over, or at least a high priority), the handling is going to be phenominal across the lineup, the different wheel sizes are also looking like they'll carry over into production, and the "mid" engine is likely to end up with amazing power levels for it's type. LT1 owners beware... LS1 owners won't be so cocky.
Mustang is due for some substantial component and equiptment changes by 2009. Unless Ford has some drastic things planned, Camaro is going to look like a purpose built race car by comparison
I'm really glad GM has moved beyond the "engine is everything" mentality that doomed the 4th gen, and is making a car that's shaping up to be competitive to all comers.
03-23-2006, 05:39 PM
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Re: What do we know about the 5th gen so far?
I'm kind of confused on this mid level V8 thing.
Are we talking about a possible lineup of:
V6 entry
mid level V8
high level V8
and then a possible "super" V8 with GT500 like hp numbers in a top model Camaro(Z/28)?
Are we talking about a possible lineup of:
V6 entry
mid level V8
high level V8
and then a possible "super" V8 with GT500 like hp numbers in a top model Camaro(Z/28)?
03-23-2006, 08:05 PM
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Re: What do we know about the 5th gen so far?
Originally Posted by smackkk
I'm kind of confused on this mid level V8 thing.
Are we talking about a possible lineup of:
V6 entry
mid level V8
high level V8
and then a possible "super" V8 with GT500 like hp numbers in a top model Camaro(Z/28)?
Are we talking about a possible lineup of:
V6 entry
mid level V8
high level V8
and then a possible "super" V8 with GT500 like hp numbers in a top model Camaro(Z/28)?
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