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2006 CHEVY CAMARO CONCEPT - Wallpapers, Photos, Reviews, Articles WHAT CHEVROLET HAS TO SAY ABOUT THIS CAR: Image/Text Source: GM Press Release 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. “Camaros
were beautiful to look The long hood, short deck and wide stance of the Camaro Concept leave no doubt that it is a serious performance car. Those looks are backed up by a 400-horsepower aluminum small-bock V-8, a six-speed manual transmission, and a sophisticated chassis with four-wheel independent suspension. Like its forebears, the Camaro Concept would be practical enough for everyday use. It features fuel-saving features like Active Fuel Management™ cylinder deactivation technology, yielding highway fuel economy of 30 mpg or better. Its overall size is a comfortable fit for city streets and suburban parking lots, and its back seat provides occasional seating for two adults. Lean, muscular design Because of Camaro’s powerful heritage, the GM Design team chose a theme that pays homage to the original Camaro, while being instantly recognizable as an all-new car. Said Bob Boniface, director of the Warren Advanced Design Studio, “The fact that the Camaro has been out of production for a number of years made it particularly important that the Camaro Concept honors the Camaro heritage in the right way.” The 1969 Camaro, considered by many to be the best first-generation design, was a significant inspiration. But as GM design teams in Warren, Mich., worked on alternatives for the Camaro Concept, they also turned to the latest Corvette and to aircraft like the YF-22, seeking a design that encompasses the spirit that made the 1969 Camaro great, but interprets that spirit in a fresh, exciting way. “The overall proportions, long hood and powerful fender forms say, ‘This is a front-engine, rear-wheel drive performance vehicle,’ ” said Tom Peters, design director, rear-wheel drive performance cars. The prominent front grille and hood bulge hint at the power of the Corvette-inspired V-8 engine. Large wheels and tires, exposed high-performance brakes and prominent fender shapes signal that the Camaro Concept has the handling and braking to go with the powertrain. The cockpit of the Camaro nestles between sharply defined fender forms, a design element inspired by fighter planes and the new Corvette. And like any high-performance vehicle, the clean, purposeful design is integral to the aesthetic. “The Camaro Concept isn’t just a styled shape,” said Peters. “The design incorporates what the vehicle needs to perform to its optimum level.” The same purposeful design is reflected in the interior of the Camaro Concept. The gauges and splash of orange trim hint at classic first-generation Camaros, but the overall design and execution reflect the no-nonsense functionality that drivers expect from a high-performance Chevrolet sports car. Performance for the real world The Camaro Concept features the latest generation of GM’s legendary small-block V-8. The 6.0-liter LS2 engine features an aluminum block and heads for light weight, and Active Fuel Management™, which shuts off four cylinders to save fuel when the engine is lightly loaded. This concept version of the LS2 is rated at 400 horsepower, yet it could also deliver more than 30 mpg at highway speeds. 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. Modern sports cars are about more than just straight-line speed, so the Camaro Concept features a sophisticated rear-wheel drive chassis. Its independent front and rear suspension features progressive-rate springs and gas-pressurized dampers. Four-wheel vented disc brakes with 14-inch rotors provide confident stopping under all conditions. 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.
OUR TAKE ON THE 2006 CHEVY CAMARO CONCEPT: Chevrolet has picked up on the latest trend to bring the classic nostalgic muscle car trend into the new century. While the muscle car trend through the eighties and nineties became less and less appealing and somewhat of a faux pas, the 2005 Ford Mustang with its retro styling instantly became a hit and made the car a forthcoming classic. Chevrolet in the Muscle car arena is a bit behind on the times trying to catch up with the success of the Mustang and this years Dodge Charger, but perhaps the wait is worth it as the press photos look like a salavating and entrancing remodel of the Chevy muscle car classic. Perhaps the break is just what this icon needs to return to the top. THE CHEVY CAMARO COMPETES WITH: 2005 Ford Mustang, 2006 Dodge Charger, 2008 Dodge Challenger Other Chevy vehicles you might like: 2007 Chevy Tahoe, 2006 Chevy SSR, 2006 Chevy HHR, Chevy Malibu RELATED ARTICLES, REVIEWS AND SITES:
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