GM reveals new Convertible Camaro

Jamie · January 5th,2007, 11:43 AM

NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- General Motors released photos of a convertible Chevrolet Camaro concept vehicle Thursday. The car will be unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show on Sunday.

After revealing the hardtop version at the Detroit show last year, GM announced it would produce a new Camaro in 2009. A convertible version will go on sale in 2010.

History is repeating itself with that planned reintroduction.

The Camaro was first unveiled in 1966 in response to Ford's 1964 introduction of the Mustang. Its return was, once again, inspired by the success of the Mustang. This time it was the retro-styled 2005 model-year redesign that reignited passion for the pony car.

Production of the Camaro, and its close relative, the Pontiac Firebird, ended in 2002

"If this Camaro convertible doesn't make your heart beat faster, you should either see your optometrist or your cardiologist, because you have a problem," said Ed Peper, general manager of GM's Chevrolet division, in an announcement accompanying the photos.

The concept is painted in "Hugger Orange" pearl tricoat, an update of a color originally offered in 1969.

The Camaro convertible concept car is powered by a 6.0-liter V-8 engine and has a manual transmission.

Jamie · January 5th,2007, 11:43 AM

Kinda looks like the newer Mustang...

Angelique · January 5th,2007, 12:23 PM

awww soo beautiful but i have to say i love my camy camero more then that camero!!

Nate · January 5th,2007, 02:17 PM

Yeah it does look alot like the mustang

Lisa · January 5th,2007, 02:33 PM

I agree also. I personally don't care for the black "racing" strips down the hood, either

Jamie · January 5th,2007, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

I agree also. I personally don't care for the black "racing" strips down the hood, either

I'm pimping your Benz while you're gone... :rolf: Act surprised when you open your garage to see some hot racing stripes on it! :rolf:

robc68fb · January 6th,2007, 12:36 AM

Definately Cool, but I like the new Dodge Challenger better.
It's really neat to see the old car styles re-vamped these days. The only one I was dis-appointed in was the GTO. I guess it is an awesome car to drive, & has awesome HP, but it looks nothing like ANY of the old ones.

Breanne · January 6th,2007, 10:44 AM

i think im in love.

i want a camero SO bad, but a convertible one!? DEFIANTELY wins my heart.

January 5th,2007, 11:43 AM	#1
Jamie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: LarGo, FL Posts: 20,686 Threads: 1835 Credits: 930	GM reveals new Convertible Camaro NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- General Motors released photos of a convertible Chevrolet Camaro concept vehicle Thursday. The car will be unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show on Sunday. After revealing the hardtop version at the Detroit show last year, GM announced it would produce a new Camaro in 2009. A convertible version will go on sale in 2010. History is repeating itself with that planned reintroduction. The Camaro was first unveiled in 1966 in response to Ford's 1964 introduction of the Mustang. Its return was, once again, inspired by the success of the Mustang. This time it was the retro-styled 2005 model-year redesign that reignited passion for the pony car. Production of the Camaro, and its close relative, the Pontiac Firebird, ended in 2002 "If this Camaro convertible doesn't make your heart beat faster, you should either see your optometrist or your cardiologist, because you have a problem," said Ed Peper, general manager of GM's Chevrolet division, in an announcement accompanying the photos. The concept is painted in "Hugger Orange" pearl tricoat, an update of a color originally offered in 1969. The Camaro convertible concept car is powered by a 6.0-liter V-8 engine and has a manual transmission. __________________ *****************

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Jamie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: LarGo, FL Posts: 20,686 Threads: 1835 Credits: 930	Kinda looks like the newer Mustang... __________________ *****************

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Angelique Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: largo Posts: 933 Threads: 127 Credits: 610	awww soo beautiful but i have to say i love my camy camero more then that camero!! __________________ Angel:dancefrea :eminem:

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robc68fb Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Maine Posts: 245 Threads: 20 Credits: 600	Definately Cool, but I like the new Dodge Challenger better. It's really neat to see the old car styles re-vamped these days. The only one I was dis-appointed in was the GTO. I guess it is an awesome car to drive, & has awesome HP, but it looks nothing like ANY of the old ones.

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Breanne Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Largo. Posts: 8,471 Threads: 470 Credits: 700	i think im in love. i want a camero SO bad, but a convertible one!? DEFIANTELY wins my heart. __________________ See Me On Myspace!! www.myspace.com/our_worlds_collided [.Live Everyday As If It's Your Last.]

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