Debut of the Chevrolet Camaro Concept

Autoblog ^ | 01/09/06 | Chris Paukert

[Dan Nunn]

DETROIT – Combining dramatic design and exciting performance, the Chevrolet Camaro Concept recaptures the spirit of one of the most popular sport coupes of all time and redefines the Camaro for new generations of fans.

The Camaro Concept embodies the performance and passion that have made first-generation Camaros some of the most sought-after collector cars, updating the formula with a fuel-efficient powertrain, sophisticated chassis and contemporary design execution. The goal is to make the sport coupe relevant to younger enthusiasts while retaining its appeal to its current fans.

“Millions of people of all ages fell in love with the Camaro for all of the right reasons,” said Ed Welburn, GM vice president, global design (pictured). “Camaros were beautiful to look at and offered performance that could rival expensive European GTs. Yet they were practical enough to drive every day and priced within the reach of many new car buyers.”

Though only a show car at this point, the Camaro Concept is intended to explore customer reaction to design and engineering elements that might lead to an all-new version of the Camaro.

[Dan Nunn]

Beautiful!

[coconutt2000]

That is a nice looking car.

[bigfootbob]

The car's nice, too.

[jbwbubba]

It was even a better looking car, when Ford called it a mustang.

[philsfan24]

poor mans corvette. that being said, i want one.

[Sax]

I like this shot too.

[1Old Pro]

It was even a better looking car, when Ford called it a mustang.

LOL, what next a redesigned Pontiac "Firebird" ? Just like Hollywood, Michigan can't come up with any new ideas.

[Eric in the Ozarks]

Looks like a Chrysler product.

[Crazieman]

Well, Camaro and Firebird are the same body with different frills.

[grobdriver]

Glad they went all the way back to the '69 grill look.
The 70's front end looked like $hit, IMHO.

[coconutt2000]

It does look a lot like a mustang, which is probably why it looks so nice.

[Proud_USA_Republican]

I did a double take when I read in some car mag this weekend that Dodge said the new Challenger, if they greenlight it, won't be going into production till at least 2009?

Thats 3 years from now. I was like, "How in the hell if they already have a completely working concept, will it take 3 years to get it too production?"

Are the US automakers that frickin slow and clueless?

[PCBMan]

I have to disagree. The front end design is just wrong. From there back, it looks like a Mustang, at least from that pic.

[absolootezer0]

another "retro" concept. looks like someone took a '69 and futurized it, but that makes it the best looking camaro they've put out since then.

[martin_fierro]

If I'm not mistaken, that was a concept design done by some (very) young design student -- and it looks better than what Chevy actually came out with.

[Army Air Corps]

Will GM create a new Chevelle SS?

[wallcrawlr]

Only seeing those 2 pics on the thread now...I say not beautiful with a right to reserve judgement again later.

[Sax]

That's what I was thinking too. That's why I went looking for the pic, the whole front end is more nostalgically retro.

[1Old Pro]

Will GM create a new Chevelle SS?

Probably with a 100hp 4 cyl engine that gets 30mpg.

[Rakkasan1]

but how will it run on gubmint mandated 20% ethanol ?
(coming to MN soon...)

[alice_in_bubbaland]

IMO: The 1968 Z-28 or SS is much better looking! This one looks like a cross between a 1968 & a mustang w/big wheels. I think they should go back to the drawing board.

[ken5050]

It looks like a croos between the Chrysler Pacifica and the old Chevy Nomad..

[Safetgiver]

Ol'Monica gets her face in everything, don't she?

[wallcrawlr]

what the...

fuel-saving features like Active Fuel Management™ cylinder deactivation technology

[MarkeyD]

[pissant]

Looks too much like the Chrysler 300, IMO.

Do you need to sport a mullet hairdo to drive it?

[faq]

It's better looking than recent Camaros. I think Chevy should shrink gigantic plastic bow tie though.

[baker_girl]

It looks like a Ford/Mustand and an Chrysler/300.

[MadCharity]

Not even close...

[Sax]

Another look-see at the version they apparently passed on.

[camle]

what kind of grill is that? do they call that the "grinning pervert"?

[Tijeras_Slim]

BITCHIN CAMARO, BITCHIN CAMARO
I ran over my neighbors
BITCHIN CAMARAO, BITCHIN CAMARO
Now it's in all the papers.
My folks bought me a BITCHIN CAMARO with no insurance to match;
So if you happen to run me down, please don't leave a scratch.
I ran over some old lady one night at the county fair;
And I didn't get arrested, because my dad's the mayor.
BITCHIN CAMARO, BITCHIN CAMARO
Doughnuts on your lawn
BITCHIN CAMARO, BITCHIN CAMARO
Tony Orlando and Dawn
When I drive past the kids, they all spit and cuss,
Because I've got a BITCHIN CAMARO and they have to ride the bus.
So you'd better get out of my way, when I run through your yard;
Because I've got a BITCHIN CAMARO;
And an Exxon credit card.
BITCHIN CAMARO, BITCHIN CAMARO
Hey, man where ya headed?
BITCHIN CAMARO, BITCHIN CAMARO
I drive on unleaded.

[NY Attitude]

I believe that I read an article about some custom shop making this car for market at an enormous amount of money.

[RightCanuck]

Nope, don't like it.

[Echo Talon]

It's OK... looks like a normal camero with a different front end.

[Tijeras_Slim]

do they call that the "grinning pervert"?

That's a Scott Ritter ground effects kit.

[Constitution Day]

Haha! That is indeed a bitchin' Camaro.

I still have that CD, by the way.
Who can forget the timeless classic "Takin' Retards to the Zoo"?

[Sax]

You're probably right. I had someone forward that pic to me months ago, so when I saw this thread I just did an image search. Don't have any facts on it.

[MikefromOhio]

nice car...

in short, Chevy is attempting to NOT totally get it's ass kicked by Dodge and their Challenger concept.....

[bigfootbob]

You know, I wanted to say that, but that gal isn't fat bottomed enough to be the Great Lewinski. ;)

[elbucko]

It's ugly. Too many lines going no where in particular.

[Proud_USA_Republican]

It's the concept.

I'm sure it will look at least 100 times more boring and cheap once put into production considering what american automakers put out these days.

Just like ford did with the new mustang compared to what the concept looked like.

[Echo Talon]

I want them to remake the OLD SCHOOL GTO!

[RightCanuck]

I like the color, but it looks like a Soltice with an ugly nose.

[petercooper]

[RightCanuck]

Okay, from the front axle back it's okay. Needs a nose job.

[RightCanuck]

Now that's nice. 302?

[Tijeras_Slim]

Not me!

[RightCanuck]

Cool mustang, what's with the Chevy emblem on the grill. :-)

[Proud_USA_Republican]

like the curves in body, but the front end is hideous.