2010 Camaro spotted on Production line.

[HenRoc]

If looks could kill this car is going to look nasty. I also read that Ford is already working on the next model Mustang and should debut around the same time the Camaro does.

Link: Camaro5.com

Pictures for those who are lazy to click and read.

[blizzard335]

test run?

[HenRoc]

test run?

From what I read on the forum theres a guy who works at the plant the car was being assembled at, supposedly this line is called a flex line (dont know what he meant by that) but he also went on to say that who ever leaked the photos would probably face some serious consequences though, I'd hate to be that guy but I do hope they bring back the FireBird with the revival of the Camaro.

I believe it is a test run though, one guy also mentions the actual RUN of the bodyline doesn't happen until the end of this year.

[Djmoua]

From what I read on the forum theres a guy who works at the plant the car was being assembled at, supposedly this line is called a flex line (dont know what he meant by that) but he also went on to say that who ever leaked the photos would probably face some serious consequences though, I'd hate to be that guy but I do hope they bring back the FireBird with the revival of the Camaro.

I believe it is a test run though, one guy also mentions the actual RUN of the bodyline doesn't happen until the end of this year.

You think they actually will bring the Firebird back since gas is a deal though? I kinda think they won't...

[HenRoc]

Also found a video of the test car in Germany.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3822

[blizzard335]

flex line = ability to assemble various models in one line?

[HenRoc]

flex line = ability to assemble various models in one line?

I think so haha.

[blizzard335]

I think so haha.

because from what i learnt, most lines assemble one model at a time, in batches.

[owequitit]

Yes, a flex line is an assembly line that can produce any number of models based on short term demand. It is a relatively new leap in manufacturing technology that allows many different models to be built on one line, and also allows the productions rates to be matched to demand, while keeping the line busy all the time. In the past, if demand fell, they would have to "idle" an assembly line or plant, which costs big $$.

I believe this line also produces many other Holden models including the G8. If it is the Canadian plant, then it also produces several other models if I remember correctly.

Personally, I think it looks OK, but isn't really a "killer" design IMO. I am glad Chevy took a quasi retro route instead of a total retro route, but honestly, of the three "muscle" cars going back into production, I like the Challenger the best. Of course, I have always like the original Challenger.

And the next Mustang is reported to look more like the 1970 model as opposed to the 1967-68 model.

[MikeW]

Is this the one they based "Bumblebee" on in Transformers

FlexFuel or not...I just dont think they should do it. Its a shame too, cuz theyre bringing back the challenger and everything.

IMO, if theyre gonna bring back the Cam and the Firebird, they should leave them normal combustion engines. None of that Flex shit. Make the car like the original. Let gas consumption/prices be the buyers problem.

They might even have to make them in limited numbers. Just to save themselves some money. No point in making a half million of them, when most ppl, gearheads or not, are looking to more mpg's.

Its good to see them on the comeback, but i have a feeling theyre gonna be in limited numbers.

[kc8enb07]

bumblebee was the prototype and flexfuel is "normal" combustion engine. u just can use e85 or gas in it. I hope they bring back the firebird as well but put some good v6s in them for a base mpg version. maybe even a i6, but i doubt it. the vettes get like 27-28mpg hwy now, i dont see it hard to get that in the maro bc dont they share the ls3 w/ the base vette?

just keep the old name and styling but modernize w/ the times. v6 turbo even. as much as i like imports, i hope GM takes a few pointers and steals a few buyers bc its a GOOD lookin car and named camaro. it will be a hit w/ young who wanted one and older who remember their 69 in high school... if they do it right.

[SteveB]

Make the car like the original. Let gas consumption/prices be the buyers problem.

They might even have to make them in limited numbers.

"Come and check out the new Camaro... 14 MPG HWY!"

Limited numbers? Yeah, like 1000. A money loser.

Gas isn't going back down. $8-9 a gallon in five years.

[nghtrydr23]

if the car is being produce on the flex line, im almost sure that these being produced are for crash test data and performance testing. since those are currently unavailable and it beign a 2010 model its a bit early to produce them

[deevergote]

The Camaro will sell to people that want it for what it is. Nobody buys a V8 muscle car for fuel economy.

The Firebird may come back. It'd be wise of GM to do it. However, with the G8 available, does GM really need another RWD powerhouse in the Pontiac line? I know the original Firebird dealt with the same sort of in-brand competition, but still...



The quasi-retro look is pretty good. GM would've been at the back of the line for a full retro look, especially since Ford is already planning their updated retro Mustang. The new Camaro pays homage to the old design, while being its own car. The Challenger looks like a Challenger. Fortunately for Dodge, the original was a fantastic design

Even though my own GM product isn't thrilling me at the moment, I'm still excited about GM's products today. I can think of at least 3 GM products that I would really love to have if I could afford them! (Sky Redline, G8 GXP when it comes out, and Cadillac CTS-V)

[owequitit]

The writing is on the wall. RWD cars are going to become more scarce again.

CAFE standards are mandating 35MPG averages by 2020. So you will see bastardized Camaros etc, because the manufacturer's have no choice but to meet that standard, although the consumer's demand will get us there long before the government could ever hope too. Another example of a useless policy and wasted tax $$.

Also, as far as the price, the demand is increasing, which will lead to a long term increase in price, unless supply is increased, but we are also currently experiencing a price bubble that isn't completely based on supply/demand. This is VERY similar to what happened in the fuel crisis of the 70's.

Much like the tech boom in the 90's that everyone KNEW would be the future, the bubble is likely to burst at some point.