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Old Mar 22, 2004 | 09:46 AM
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I wonder what the dimensions of this car are? Is this the GTO sized Zeta or the Camaro sized Zeta?
Rumors are that this will be the smaller camaro zeta.
Old Mar 22, 2004 | 09:56 AM
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Rumors are that this will be the smaller camaro zeta.
Yeah, I've heard that too....but I've also heard that the Buick coupe/convertible is destined for a larger Zeta version.
Old Mar 22, 2004 | 10:05 AM
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Maybe I'm the only one here, but I don't care for the grill. Something about it just doesn't look right to me, and I can't figure out what it is. However, I like everything else I see.
Old Mar 22, 2004 | 10:06 AM
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the more I look at it, the more I keep seeing a large chassis. a 4dr model would probably not be possible witha smaller 2dr coupe like the Camaro. But then will the GTO get 4drs? Perhaps like the Ion with the suicide doors... now I thought of that about a month ago.
Old Mar 22, 2004 | 11:03 AM
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Love it! Now where are the Camaro-ized photochops?

Forward opening hood, stitched dash, the trunk line that carries into the window sills, rear quarter lines that continue into the doors...mmmm.....

Old Mar 22, 2004 | 11:40 AM
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Love it! Now where are the Camaro-ized photochops?
Please! Don't start!!!
Old Mar 22, 2004 | 12:17 PM
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*cough* sarcasim laden *cough*

Old Mar 22, 2004 | 01:08 PM
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Originally posted by WJH'sFormula
Love it! Now where are the Camaro-ized photochops?
I dont know about anyone else, but this one screams Camaro Proportions to me.

http://www.bomengen.com/gm/velite/Velite_10_web.jpg

It looks like its a hair larger than a 4th gen though... But the proportions look good for a 2+2 Chevy Coupe.
Old Mar 22, 2004 | 01:34 PM
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actually, I'm thinking its either going to be the same length of the 4th gen or a hair shorter..


it appears to have less overhang and longer wheelbase... I'm pretty sure thats why the proportions look a little off when compared to a 4th gen (which wheelbase is relatively short)





Originally posted by MissedShift
I dont know about anyone else, but this one screams Camaro Proportions to me.

http://www.bomengen.com/gm/velite/Velite_10_web.jpg

It looks like its a hair larger than a 4th gen though... But the proportions look good for a 2+2 Chevy Coupe.
Old Mar 22, 2004 | 04:11 PM
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Maybe I'm the only one here, but I don't care for the grill. Something about it just doesn't look right to me, and I can't figure out what it is. However, I like everything else I see.
I agree you take that ugly Buick grill away and you have a very nice looking car
Old Mar 22, 2004 | 07:05 PM
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These werent supposed to be shown till the 6th :/

Anyways, I love this car. I think it is awesome. I dont know if it has a V6, or a V8 (the last two cylinders may be hidden). If u look closely, youll see there are two cars (different interior colors).

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Old Mar 22, 2004 | 07:56 PM
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I wonder why GM even bothers embargoing pictures anymore...
Old Mar 22, 2004 | 08:56 PM
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If GM has any sense they will build it.
It could be Buick's image car, and the car to which they redesign their entire lineup around
Old Mar 22, 2004 | 09:11 PM
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Very nice,some work on that fron end and I'd buy it.

Does anyone else here seen the Bel-Air concept in it?.
Old Mar 23, 2004 | 12:22 AM
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Originally posted by AronZ28
If GM has any sense they will build it.
It could be Buick's image car, and the car to which they redesign their entire lineup around
Its slated for production I belive.

The nose is way to short to be a camaro, and try putting a "coupe" roof on that long cabin. It would look like a sedan.
The firewall/windshield needs to be moved more twards the middle of the car, and allow for more room in the engine bay for a small block. That V6 looks like it fits in there quite snug.
wow, I just spent the last 40 mins on this trying to move everything around and to try to match everything. I moved the windshield and front seats back more, and painted over the headlights a bit.


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