Chevrolet Camaro production delayed one month, convertible lives
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General Motors sent out a directive to dealers today announcing a one-month production delay for the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. According to the message, the reason for the postponement (production is set to begin on Monday, March 16) is not due to any legal problems or the current issues faced by the General, and instead is a "result of GM's efforts to ensure the Camaro exceeds the highest quality benchmarks established by GM for a new product."
A forum member at Camaro5 who supposedly obtained the document is also saying that the Camaro convertible, reported as dead back in November, will go on sale as a 2011 model. Power figures for the bent-eight variants are listed in the directive at 400 hp for the L99 and 426 hp for the LS3, with all 10,000 pre-orders completed by October. Thanks to all who tipped in!
Gallery: Camaro Convertible Concept
Gallery: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
[Sources: 5thGen, Camaro5]
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Berto 3:56PM (1/09/2009)
"result of GM's efforts to ensure the Camaro exceeds the highest quality benchmarks established by GM for a new product."
Seriously? They need more time?
It's been way too long...
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Jake 3:58PM (1/09/2009)
"...highest quality benchmarks established by GM for a new product."
Shouldn't have taken more than an hour or two to achieve such lofty goals.
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Terry 4:13PM (1/09/2009)
hahaha I agree, the first thing that jump into my mind when i think about buying this is "Hmm~ I want to see some long term testing."
Pokey 1:12AM (1/10/2009)
Jake, glad to see you finally woke up from your coma! It must be overwhelming being out of the loop for 15 years.
On behalf of everyone here at Autoblog, WELCOME TO 2009! A time when GM and Ford actually make good, quality cars!
I know it's a big shock, so we'll give you some time to adjust.
teamkitty 3:58PM (1/09/2009)
seriously, build that sh!t already.
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dukeisduke 4:04PM (1/09/2009)
Does this have anything to do with the interior parts supplier being in bankruptcy?
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Richard 4:08PM (1/09/2009)
Even though I dislike this car(lol I drive a G8 GT which is basically it's brother) I am happy that they are finally getting this thing done. And I am happy the drop top is coming too because for some odd reason it's the only vert car I like based on the pictures and I hate the over garish design of the new Camaro.
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jg 6:02PM (1/09/2009)
More like distant Australian cousin than brother.
Serge 4:10PM (1/09/2009)
I dont mind waiting a little... as long as they get it right. I'm probably getting a red manual SS!!!
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Torrent 5:40PM (1/09/2009)
That's the way to go!
dausman 5:49PM (1/09/2009)
Yes, do it right....
delay of a month or so won't make much difference if built properly but building it wrong will make a serious difference.
ProudToBeAmerican 1:26PM (1/10/2009)
Delayed yet again? Boy i'm glad that i'm not buying one untill 2011-at least I'll have choices between hardtop or convertible. My only fear is wheather GM will live that long, because after the bailout money runs dry, they still have the UAW intact and the same old fools at the top making the day to day decisions-nothing will have changed! If I feel they are on they're way out-I will just have to shift gears and buy it sooner, which still won't be a bad problem to have. It has been well overdue, even Ed Wellburn admits this-I just want the damn car on the streets and available for purchase after seeing it over the last 3 years and not be allowed to even sit in it!!!!!
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esteva03 4:22PM (1/09/2009)
ok i like it but i would buy it after:
1- I VOTED FOR AUTOBLOG ON THIS SITE http://2008.weblogawards.org/polls/best-major-blog/
2- bought a miata and had suspension wheel tires brakes force induction and interior done
3- bought a skyline gtr and fitted it with all the nismo and seibon stuff
4- got a Zonda
5- got an NSX type r
6- a couple of more cars and i was driving in detroit or california.
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bosnash 4:27PM (1/09/2009)
I say stop all the hating. Real world, getting the quality right may not be the actual reason for the delay-- but the fact that GM knows this is would be a good reason to reference is a good sign.
A lot of people will love this car, and if they do get it right, it could be a great shot in the arm.
We need to love some American cars, not just rent them.
And I'm happy the convertible is on!
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diffrunt 4:32PM (1/09/2009)
I ordered on the second day,but since it,s only the cheapy LS, prolly be xmas & by then there,ll prolly be something even newer & brighter on the horizon.
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LMBVette 4:37PM (1/09/2009)
Wasn't there a supplier issue with an interior dashboard piece. If I recall, the supplier went under and GM had to sue to get the mold/casting back. Once they got it back...they needed a new supplier......thus the delay.
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Michael 4:40PM (1/09/2009)
It's not coming out.
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Michael 4:41PM (1/09/2009)
It's like Duke Nukem Forever.
AJ 5:39PM (1/09/2009)
Lol yeah Mustang wishes...
Torrent 5:40PM (1/09/2009)
Of course it will come out.