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  GM revives Chevrolet Camaro muscle car - Boston.com
Wagoner said GM expects to sell 100,000 Camaros per year, less than the remade Ford Mustang, which was the Camaro's chief competitor from the 1960s through the end of its run in 2002.
But GM and Chevrolet have to do much more to succeed, Sanfilippo said, mainly proving to customers that they can compete in the mid-sized sedan market with the Toyota Motor Corp. Camry and Honda Motor Co. Accord, which now dominate the segment.
Camaro rekindles a passion and spirit for Chevrolet, unlike the bland Malibu, Chevrolet's current entry in the mid-size market, he said.
www.boston.com /business/articles/2006/08/10/gm_revives_chevrolet_camaro_muscle_car   (691 words)

  
  Chevrolet Camaro - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Chevrolet Camaro was introduced in North America by the Chevrolet Motor Division of General Motors at the start of the 1967 model year as competition for the Ford Mustang.
Chevrolet also knew that there was a market for ultra-powerful Camaros armed with the Corvette's L72 427 in³ (7.0 L) engine, as evidenced by the success of dealerships like Yenko Chevrolet, Nickey Chevrolet, and Dana Chevrolet, who installed their own.
Chevrolet General Manager Ed Peper said the new Camaro will appeal to both men and women, and unite customers with fond memories of previous Camaros with those who first experienced a Camaro when the concept was unveiled in January.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Chevrolet_Camaro   (5552 words)

  
 Chevrolet Camaro   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Chevrolet's Camaro (and its sister "F-car," the Pontiac Firebird) was hardly an original notion — it was a blatant GM rip-off of the Ford Mustang.
A Camaro paced the Indianapolis 500 again in 1982, and the silver and blue replicas of that car are probably the most attractive of the '82s.
Chevrolet did celebrate the car's 35th year, however, with a special graphics package for the Z28 SS coupe and convertible.
www.edmunds.com /reviews/generations/articles/66170/article.html   (4036 words)

  
 Howstuffworks "1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28: A Profile of a Muscle Car"   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
It wasn't the fastest muscle car, but with single-season styling and a unique combination of brake, engine, exhaust, and induction options, the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 was arguably the most desirable Z28 of all.
Front disc brakes were standard on the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28, and for the first time, four-wheel discs were offered.
Four-barrel 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28s could run the quarter mile in 14.8 seconds at 101 mph, but the small-block's shortage of low-end torque was multiplied with the dual-quads, which fed on sky-high revs.
auto.howstuffworks.com /30002-1969-chevy-camaro-z28.htm   (612 words)

  
 Chevrolet Camaro Concept - RSportsCars.com
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 Chevrolet 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 1969 Chevrolet Camaro, considered by many to be the best first-generation design, was a significant inspiration.
www.rsportscars.com /eng/cars/chevrolet_camaro.asp   (723 words)

  
 Chevrolet Camaro at AllExperts
The Chevrolet Camaro was introduced in North America by the Chevrolet Motor Division of General Motors at the start of the 1967 model year as competition for the Ford Mustang.
Chevrolet also knew that there was a market for ultra-powerful Camaros armed with the Corvette's L72 427 in³ (7.0 L) engine, as evidenced by the success of dealerships like Yenko Chevrolet, Nickey Chevrolet, and Dana Chevrolet, who installed their own.
Chevrolet General Manager Ed Peper said the new Camaro will appeal to both men and women, and unite customers with fond memories of previous Camaros with those who first experienced a Camaro when the concept was unveiled in January.
en.allexperts.com /e/c/ch/chevrolet_camaro.htm   (5330 words)

  
 Chevrolet Camaro with Video & Photos @ Classic-Car.y2u.co.uk   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
In celebration of this, the 1993 Camaro Z28 was selected as the official pace car for the 1993 Indianapolis 500; a pace car edition was produced in limited quantities, with a unique fl and white color scheme.
In 1995, v6 Camaros to be sold using California Emissions were produced with the 3800 Series II engine, while v6 Camaros sold elsewhere retained the old 3.4L engine.
I have a 95 v6 camaro it had a new used 3.4 motor put in after the original blew at 110,000 miles the new motor has 77,000 after this one dies i was thinking about getting a v8 but cant find a engine harness plus i heard it was a ridiculously hard job.
classic-car.y2u.co.uk /Cl_Chevrolet_Camaro_01.htm   (3703 words)

  
 CanadianDriver: End of an era: Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird
The Camaro was introduced to the public in the fall of 1966 as a 1967 model and it immediately became apparent that the stylists had been more daring than the engineers.
A comparison with the 1967 Mustang reveals that the Camaro's wheelbase at 2,746 mm (108.1 in.) was almost identical to the 2,743 mm (108.0 in.) of the Ford.
Camaro sales declined over the years, and in the 1990s rumours began to circulate that the Camaro, and its corporate sibling the Pontiac Firebird, would be discontinued.
www.canadiandriver.com /articles/bv/67camaro.htm   (1029 words)

  
 2001 Chevrolet Camaro Test Drive Review
Refinements to Camaro for 2001 are few and cosmetic: one color has been added to the charts (Sunset Orange Metallic) and there is a new style for the optional, chromed aluminum 16-inch alloy wheels.
Given the Camaro's limited storage room, it is suspected that most of these boots and bags will be given the boot, out of the trunk, into the garage, preserving precious cargo space.
In base Camaro models, the 3800 V6 is coupled to a five-speed manual, with the four speed automatic ($815) is available as an added cost option.
chevrolet.dealeron.com /testdrive-review.aspx?year=2001&make=Chevrolet&model=Camaro   (1576 words)

  
 Autonet.ca - 2006 Chevrolet Camaro concept coupe Chevy's take on American muscle: Combining dramatic design and ...
Autonet.ca - 2006 Chevrolet Camaro concept coupe Chevy's take on American muscle: 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 Chevy Camaro Concept is a modern interpretation of the first-generation Camaro.
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.
www.autonet.ca /Spotlight/Concepts/story.cfm?story=/Spotlight/Concepts/2006/01/09/1385990.html   (688 words)

  
 CHEVROLET CAMARO INDIANAPOLIS   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The following vehicles are necessary to satisfy Chevrolet's commitments to both the '500' Festival Committee and the Indianapolis Speedway in connection with this activity.
Chevrolet will make the official presentation of a set of keys to her personal Camaro Convertible pace car replica (from Festival Fleet), as well as a matched set of luggage.
Chevrolet will have a float in the parade and celebrities will ride in the Camaros.
www.67camaros.com /memo.htm   (704 words)

  
 Camaro Concept Car - 2007, 2008, 2009 Camaro
This outcry was met with rumors of a new Camaro and pinned to those rumors were sometimes crude drawings of what people hoped or dreamed that this new Camaro would look like, but nothing official was ever issued to support the rumors or artists renderings.
The interior of the new Camaro has a full blown futuristic look, and if anything was going to change about this concept before it hits the showroom, it would most likely be the interior.
To further help this new Camaro handle the turns, and power of the 400 horsepower LS2, the new Camaro features MacPherson strut with progressive rate coil springs in the front and progressive rate coil springs combined with multilink independent rear suspension as opposed to the solid rear axle of the original model.
www.camaroforums.com /chevy/2007-Camaro   (1702 words)

  
 2006 Chevrolet Camaro Concept   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The long hood, short deck and wide stance of the Camaro Concept leave no doubt that it is a serious performance car.
The 1969 Camaro, considered by many to be the best first-generation design, was a significant inspiration.
The cockpit of the Camaro nestles between sharply defined fender forms, a design element inspired by fighter planes and the new Corvette.
seriouswheels.com /top-2006-Chevrolet-Camaro-Concept.htm   (935 words)

  
 CamaroZ28.Com - Chevrolet Camaro Concept
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 Camaro Concept's six-speed manual transmission provides a wide spread of ratios for aggressive acceleration off the line, confident passing and merging and efficient highway cruising.
Enhancing both the performance and appearance of the Camaro Concept are unique five-spoke cast alloy wheels, 21 inches in the front and 22 inches in the rear.
www.camaroz28.com /camaroconcept   (987 words)

  
 1968 - 2002 Chevrolet Camaro History - Top Speed
While the Camaro was never the flagship for Chevrolet, it was for many years one of its most popular models.
The Camaro’s base powertrain was a 3.8 L (230 in³;) I6 engine rated at 140 hp (104 kW) and backed by a Saginaw three-speed manual transmission.
Many of the late production cars were titled as 1970 models, and there are GM press photos showing cars sporting "1970" licence plates; this is also the source of the "1970 1/2" moniker sometimes applied to the second generation 1970 model year cars.
www.topspeed.com /cars/chevrolet/chevrolet-camaro-history-ar1399.html   (801 words)

  
 PlanetCamaro - Home
Some say that the new Transformers movie is a long-running ad for GM and the new Chevrolet Camaro.
Chevrolet seems to have a hit with this ragtop, as many have clung to this color and design combination more so than the silver-esque coupe we've seen to date.
Chevrolet, in their aim to generate a massive amount of buzz, has just released these pictures of the concept they will unveil next week.
www.planetcamaro.com   (916 words)

  
 Chevrolet Camaro information, specifications, history, and images.
The Chevrolet Camaro was introduced in 1967 as a compact car specifically built to provide competition for the highly popular Ford Mustang.
The Camaro grew in size in 1974 due to a forward sloping grille and new aluminum bumpers.
The interior of the Camaro was modernized in 1997 and again in 1998, although the 1998 improvements were minor in comparison to what transpired the prior year.
www.conceptcarz.com /vehicle/z168/Chevrolet_Camaro/default.aspx   (2220 words)

  
 2007 Chevrolet Camaro - Featured Vehicles - Popular Hot Rodding Magazine
The fourth-gen Camaro was given the highest crash rating due to its excellent occupant protection.
The Camaro's stablemate, the Pontiac Firebird, suffered a similar fate to the Camaro.
Chevrolet's Camaro--which will be the primary focus of this article--is also one of GM's best-known names, right up with Corvette, and as easily recognizable as the Mustang name.
www.popularhotrodding.com /features/0409phr_2007_chevrolet_camaro   (3421 words)

  
 Chevrolet Camaro | Motoring Previews | News | Auto Express
It took the wraps off the Camaro con-cept at January's Detroit Motor Show, and five months later, while General Motors does the sums for a production version, Auto Express has driven it first.
The Camaro concept looks and sounds great, and is ready for a re-run of the Sixties muscle car wars.
Inspired by the 1969 Camaro, the concept brought wild applause at its Detroit show debut in January - the narrow, deep-set headlights capturing all the aggression of the original.
www.autoexpress.co.uk /news/motoringpreviews/68194/chevrolet_camaro.html   (603 words)

  
 Chevrolet Camaro Concept
For more than 30 years, the Chevrolet Camaro was the archetypal American muscle car, combining dramatic design and exciting performance.
Chevrolet now presents a concept car that recaptures the timeless spirit of the 1960’s Camaro at the Detroit Motor Show.
Chevrolet Camaro to be made in Canada (news)
www.worldcarfans.com /news.cfm/newsid/2060109.014/country/acf/Chevrolet/-chevrolet-camaro-concept   (504 words)

  
 Debut of the Chevrolet Camaro Concept - Autoblog
Full-on local marching band; parade of vintage Camaros; 250 hardcore Camaro buffs; Dr. Jack Arute (Motorsports Commentator); Leeanne Tweeden, who is a celeb for some reason or another; guys with LCD monitors strapped to their backs; absolute crush of humanity; lots of cheering.
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.
www.autoblog.com /2006/01/09/debut-of-the-chevrolet-camaro-concept   (2824 words)

  
 United Press International - The Washington Times, America's Newspaper   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Published: Jan. 5, 2007 at 2:36 PM General Motors Corp. plans to add a convertible to the new Chevrolet Camaro line, the Detroit company said Friday as it showed concept photos of the new car.
GM will introduce the Camaro convertible concept car at its "Style" show in Detroit Saturday ahead of next week's North American International Auto Show, The Detroit Free Press reports.
Chevrolet General Manager Ed Peper says, "If this Camaro convertible doesn't make your heart beat faster, you should see either your optometrist or your cardiologist because you have a problem."
www.washtimes.com /upi/20070105-023701-6136r.htm   (221 words)

  
 Chevrolet Camaro News
Tags: GM, Chevrolet GM is being a little ambitious and his hoping to make its Chevrolet brand a worldwide success by selling more models globally outside its home country, the United States.
The 2009 Chevrolet Camaro, the latest version of the classic American muscle car, will be imported to Europe, the Detroit automaker announced on Tuesday at the 2007 Geneva auto show.
That two-door Chevrolet known for offending aesthetes from Maine to El Segundo, while retaining enough awkward Nascar appeal to stay afloat, is going the way of the Aztecs.
www.topix.net /autos/chevrolet-camaro   (699 words)

  
 CNN.com - GM rolls out Chevrolet Camaro concept - Jan 9, 2006
The Camaro concept rolled out onto the show floor at the North American International Auto Show, better known as the Detroit Auto Show, this morning.
Like the Dodge Challenger concept, which was revealed on Sunday, the Camaro follows the Mustang's lead in taking its design cues straight from the classics of the late 1960s and early '70s.
The 2006 concept was particularly inspired by the 1969 version of the Camaro.
www.cnn.com /2006/AUTOS/funonwheels/01/09/detroit_camaro_concept/index.html   (321 words)

  
 AutomoBear.com - 2006 Chevrolet Camaro Concept Confirmed for Detroit
Chevrolet was reduced to saying of the Camaro that year.
"the Camaro survived the insurance lobby; the emissions era; the bumper era; recessions, and countless competitors to become one of the longest running and most popular cars in the history of the automobile.
"Chevrolet's designers realized that drivers in the Mustang class… needed to be flattered, made to feel important, as if they were in control of a precision, powerful machine.
www.automobear.com /2006ChevroletCamaroConceptConfirmedForDetroit.html   (3533 words)

  
 2008 Chevrolet Camaro - Top Speed
Unlike the modern Camaro that bowed out in 2002, the concept Camaro is a car that is clearly inspired by the Camaros of the late 1960s.
But the retro look is only skin-deep, as the Camaro has a fully independent suspension, a six-speed manual, and a 400-hp, 6.0-liter V-8 with cylinder deactivation-now known as active fuel management in GM-speak.
Like its forebears, the Chevrolet Camaro Concept would be practical enough for everyday use.
www.topspeed.com /cars/chevrolet/chevrolet-camaro-ar1631.html   (1034 words)

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