2009 Camaro
2009 Camaro
The Camaro concept car definitely has the lines of those first generation Camaros while presenting a very modern look. The sheet metal is more angular and the look is much bolder that its grandfather. Chevy has credited modern fighter jets as one of their inspirations and it is easy to see what they are talking about. The design is crisp and no nonsense. The car looks forceful and powerful, no European finesse here. The interior of the new Camaro was heavily inspired by the 69 Camaro also. It is not Chevy’s best effort. The instrument panel is a little clumsy. Thankfully, most of the changes that will occur to the concept car before production will happen to the interior.
Models
Although the concept Camaro is powered by a Corvette 400 hp LS2 engine, don’t expect to see that in the 2009 Camaro. Chevy has traditionally let the Corvette be the king of horsepower. However, GM has promised a V-6 engine (whit about 250 hp) for the base Camaro and two much more powerful V8 options to the performance orientated customer. All three engines can be mated to either a six speed automatic or manual transmission. In late 2009, the Camaro convertible will be available as a 2010 model. Pricing will be in line with the Mustang. The base price for the standard 2009 Camaro should be around $25,000. The performance models should range between $28,000 and $40,000. Anything more and Chevy will lose sales to Ford.
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