| Make
|
Chevrolet |
| Model |
Camaro |
| Concept
year |
2006 |
| Production
year |
2009? |
| Engine |
6
litre V8 |
With the arrival of the revived Ford
Shelby GT500, and soon the Dodge
Challenger, Chevrolet designed the Camaro concept
to compete in the upcoming retro pony car race of the
21st century.
The 2006 concept Camaro shown at the Detroit Auto Show
draws strongly on the Camaro's of the 1960's, themselves
American motoring icons. The powerful rear arches of the
Camaro concept emphasise the rear wheel drive layout and
also help cover the enormous 22" rear wheels.
Powered by a thoroughly modern, 400 horsepower, 6 litre
LS2 V8, mated to a six speed manual gearbox and featuring
fully independent suspension the Camaro concept is far
more advanced than its predecessors. But like its forebears,
the new Camaro is intended as a performance car which
is practical enough for everyday use. Part of its practicality
comes from its fuel efficient engine which deactivates
4 of the 8 cylinders when the vehicle is cruising, and
full power is not needed.
The Camaro Concept is being used by GM to gauge public
opinion and see if there is room for another muscle car
in the American market. Almost certainly there is. And
public opinion of the design seems mostly favorable, so
if GM wanted to the Camaro could be back in production
by 2009.
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Chevrolet Trax |
Camaro concept video 1
