We now have enough info on what the next Camaro looks like.
03-19-2004, 12:13 PM
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We now have enough info on what the next Camaro looks like.
Keep in mind, things can change between now and the time the machinery orders go out.
However, we do have enough information to piece together what the next Camaro... er, I mean "Chevrolet division's version of GM's performance chassis" is going to look like. Enough people are coming forward and there is enough photoshop and artistic talent to give a pretty unmistakable common theme as to what the next performance coupe from Chevrolet is going to look like.
Where's !!TED!! when you need him.
Starting from here:
http://www.wyattcon.net/images/F5Camaro.jpg
We are told by people who have seen it or extremely creditble people who have access to those who have seen it that although the front end is almost dead perfect there are items that need to be changed. Combined with my added prodding and a few extra tidbits, here's what is different:
* The mirrors blend into the fenders a-la 4th gen Camaro.
* The windshield has a faster angle, though not as extreme as the 4th gen
* The roofline although accurate as far as being a coupe isn't quite right.
* The beltline is too low.
* The swishes are a little too exagerated
* The center of the grill has a slightly thinner profile.
* Needs headlight covers.
Then we have Danno's car:
http://f1.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/dan...ic+concept.jpg
Keeping in mind that there has been changes to the design since it was sent to the clinic year before last, there seems to have been a few obvious changes compared to what is being mentioned now.
* Blended mirrors (again)
* Smaller tire proportion to the body.
* The side edges of the hood/fenders has a slight bulge like the gen 1 Camaros did, and isn't rounded off like the 2nd & 4th gens.
* Bodywork is not quite as bulging
* Headlights are a bit different.
Then we have this 3rd example that seems to incorperate both:
http://www.cheersandgears.com/boards...TOPIC_ID=13792
Input on this car is even more interesting:
* Mirrors (again)
* The wheelbase is exageratted.
* The area underneath the grille is very different (not mentioned on the other 2 pictures)
* The rear section looks very very close.
* Overall, body is very close.
Ya know, I wouldn't be surprized if you see a artist's drawing of the end result of this info in a magazine in say... July or August?
However, we do have enough information to piece together what the next Camaro... er, I mean "Chevrolet division's version of GM's performance chassis" is going to look like. Enough people are coming forward and there is enough photoshop and artistic talent to give a pretty unmistakable common theme as to what the next performance coupe from Chevrolet is going to look like.
Where's !!TED!! when you need him.
Starting from here:
http://www.wyattcon.net/images/F5Camaro.jpg
We are told by people who have seen it or extremely creditble people who have access to those who have seen it that although the front end is almost dead perfect there are items that need to be changed. Combined with my added prodding and a few extra tidbits, here's what is different:
* The mirrors blend into the fenders a-la 4th gen Camaro.
* The windshield has a faster angle, though not as extreme as the 4th gen
* The roofline although accurate as far as being a coupe isn't quite right.
* The beltline is too low.
* The swishes are a little too exagerated
* The center of the grill has a slightly thinner profile.
* Needs headlight covers.
Then we have Danno's car:
http://f1.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/dan...ic+concept.jpg
Keeping in mind that there has been changes to the design since it was sent to the clinic year before last, there seems to have been a few obvious changes compared to what is being mentioned now.
* Blended mirrors (again)
* Smaller tire proportion to the body.
* The side edges of the hood/fenders has a slight bulge like the gen 1 Camaros did, and isn't rounded off like the 2nd & 4th gens.
* Bodywork is not quite as bulging
* Headlights are a bit different.
Then we have this 3rd example that seems to incorperate both:
http://www.cheersandgears.com/boards...TOPIC_ID=13792
Input on this car is even more interesting:
* Mirrors (again)
* The wheelbase is exageratted.
* The area underneath the grille is very different (not mentioned on the other 2 pictures)
* The rear section looks very very close.
* Overall, body is very close.
Ya know, I wouldn't be surprized if you see a artist's drawing of the end result of this info in a magazine in say... July or August?
03-19-2004, 12:24 PM
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Late additions:
1. The grille has a more of a squeeze in the center (Almost as if it's a "V").
2. The headlights are a bit recessed. (sort of like the 69 RS with the hidden headlight doors opened).
We really need someone to put this all together.
1. The grille has a more of a squeeze in the center (Almost as if it's a "V").
2. The headlights are a bit recessed. (sort of like the 69 RS with the hidden headlight doors opened).
We really need someone to put this all together.
03-19-2004, 12:27 PM
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Re: We now have enough info on what the next Camaro looks like.
Originally posted by guionM
Ya know, I wouldn't be surprized if you see a artist's drawing of the end result of this info in a magazine in say... July or August?
Ya know, I wouldn't be surprized if you see a artist's drawing of the end result of this info in a magazine in say... July or August?
I previously posted a refined version of #1 with integrated mirrors, a reworked roofline and a more raked grill. This is the first I heard of the hood/fender bulge mimicking the 1st gens. Hmmmm.
I need to put some more thought into this retro thing. I guess I could run out to my garage this weekend and use my twin 67's as inspiration.
03-19-2004, 12:31 PM
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Originally posted by guionM
Late additions:
1. The grille has a more of a squeeze in the center (Almost as if it's a "V").
2. The headlights are a bit recessed. (sort of like the 69 RS with the hidden headlight doors opened).
We really need someone to put this all together.
Late additions:
1. The grille has a more of a squeeze in the center (Almost as if it's a "V").
2. The headlights are a bit recessed. (sort of like the 69 RS with the hidden headlight doors opened).
We really need someone to put this all together.
I did this Tuesday night before anyone said anything more...
http://home.comcast.net/~blackwoodga.../GenV_rev0.jpg
Needs work, but sounds a little closer to the mark.
03-19-2004, 12:34 PM
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It's funny.....
.....when the post asked what Kris Horton's concept had on the concept, most thought not much...but I gotta' tell you it seems that on nearly every message board that I saw it show up on, most loved it.
I don't think it had a direct effect, BUT you gotta' believe CHevy took notice of the response to it and the new Mustang.....and don't forget Brian Nesbitt's love of retro and whamo...we have a semi retro Camaro being bantered about.
I now some of us hate retro and it's seemingly dead-end design, but heritage cues can be a strong thing to ignore.....the Camaro is being "reborn" after all.
I don't think it had a direct effect, BUT you gotta' believe CHevy took notice of the response to it and the new Mustang.....and don't forget Brian Nesbitt's love of retro and whamo...we have a semi retro Camaro being bantered about.
I now some of us hate retro and it's seemingly dead-end design, but heritage cues can be a strong thing to ignore.....the Camaro is being "reborn" after all.
03-19-2004, 12:36 PM
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Good work as always Guion! 
Sounds like the car is shaping up to look very muscular. I'm a huge fan of slight bulges in the quarter panels like the first and third gens had. Makes the car look mean. Also I'm a fan of that front end on those concepts so good to hear that they look very similar. I'm not sure if this has been asked before but any chance we could see this machine (but without a name) at NAIAS 05?
Sounds like the car is shaping up to look very muscular. I'm a huge fan of slight bulges in the quarter panels like the first and third gens had. Makes the car look mean. Also I'm a fan of that front end on those concepts so good to hear that they look very similar. I'm not sure if this has been asked before but any chance we could see this machine (but without a name) at NAIAS 05?
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03-19-2004, 12:38 PM
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Not to mention camarokid128's retro inspired concept that won the 5th gen design contest over at gminsidenews.com
Come to think of it, camarokid128 hasn't been around much lately.
You don't suppose.... Nah! Although....
Come to think of it, camarokid128 hasn't been around much lately.
You don't suppose.... Nah! Although....
03-19-2004, 01:07 PM
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Originally posted by jg95z28
Ok... now that's weird...
I did this Tuesday night before anyone said anything more...
http://home.comcast.net/~blackwoodga.../GenV_rev0.jpg
Needs work, but sounds a little closer to the mark.
Ok... now that's weird...
I did this Tuesday night before anyone said anything more...
http://home.comcast.net/~blackwoodga.../GenV_rev0.jpg
Needs work, but sounds a little closer to the mark.
I'm going to post this over at C&G and see what comes up.
03-19-2004, 01:08 PM
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As far as proportions...think overall length of the SN-95 Mustang, with a much longer wheelbase.
BTW, the fenders blending into the mirrors is news to me....I'm not a big fan of that.
BTW, the fenders blending into the mirrors is news to me....I'm not a big fan of that.
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03-19-2004, 01:14 PM
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Did someone say convertible?
http://home.comcast.net/~blackwoodga...GenV_rev0v.jpg
Keep in mind all I have to work with here at the office is MSPaint!
http://home.comcast.net/~blackwoodga...GenV_rev0v.jpg
Keep in mind all I have to work with here at the office is MSPaint!