SuperConvertible.com http://superconvertible.com Sun, 28 Mar 2010 01:58:28 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 When does the new Camaro Convertible hit the market? http://superconvertible.com/when-does-the-new-camaro-convertible-hit-the-market http://superconvertible.com/when-does-the-new-camaro-convertible-hit-the-market#comments Sun, 28 Mar 2010 01:58:28 +0000 Joseph McGuire http://superconvertible.com/?p=52 Camaro ConvertibleAfter GM's bankruptcy delays and the problems that causes with suppliers there is some information about the new Camaro Convertible.  It looks like one of the most wanted convertibles in recent memory has been pushed into the 2012 model year.  Released in April 2011  Yes, another year without the Camaro convertible.  Just take a look at that car and tell me....you don't need one?  I don't even care if you buy a V6 or a rumbling V8, the car looks fast, sitting still.  There are inklings that new government MPG requirements will derail the success of the Camaro. (outselling the Mustang for months on end)  If you think about it from a strictly business point of view do you want to invest millions in a car that only has a short lifespan?  There are only two choices for GM, improve the fuel efficiency or discontinue the line.  Neither option is cheap.  This is a beautiful car and I really hope that it isn't delayed again.

]]> http://superconvertible.com/when-does-the-new-camaro-convertible-hit-the-market/feed 0 2011 Mustang and the 2011 Camaro…it’s on http://superconvertible.com/2011-mustang-and-the-2011-camaro-its-on http://superconvertible.com/2011-mustang-and-the-2011-camaro-its-on#comments Fri, 01 Jan 2010 19:05:57 +0000 Joseph McGuire http://superconvertible.com/?p=46 Let the epic battle begin.  Mustang has been going since it's inception in 1964, refining, redesigning, improving.  Camaro took a lead in the battle, fell back and eventually stopped production in 2002.  Everyone knew that the Camaro would be back.  I missed the arguments.  It's like Coke without Pepsi or Batman without Joker.  You choose one but you know about the other one.

Since the 2010 Camaro kicked off sales in March 2009 it has been a serious competitor with the Mustang.  In June, July, August, September, October and November the Camaro has won in the sales department.  The Mustang has been suffering double digit declines in sales from 2008.  In September Chevrolet sold 7961 Camaros while Ford sold only 4917 Mustangs.  That's more than 3000 cars a month!  October and November had similar differences in sales.  Trust me Ford noticed.

When the North America International Auto Show in Detroit opens to the public on January 16th, 2010 Ford is firing back.  Ford will display a new V8 engine for the Mustang, one that generates 412 horsepower.  If the Mustang can maintain it's weight advantage it should be able to take the 426 horsepower Camaro.  Plus Ford is introducing a 305 horsepower V6 to compete with the 304 horsepower V6 Camaro.  Oh yeah it's on...and I'm lovin' it.

Who knows maybe Chevrolet will show off the Camaro Convertible?
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]]> http://superconvertible.com/2011-mustang-and-the-2011-camaro-its-on/feed 0 The 2011 Camaro Convertible http://superconvertible.com/the-2011-camaro-convertible http://superconvertible.com/the-2011-camaro-convertible#comments Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:04:50 +0000 Joseph McGuire http://superconvertible.com/?p=39 In October of this year (2009) Chevrolet dealers got a sneak peek at the highly anticipated Camaro convertible.  The delays brought about by GM's bankruptcy and union negotiations are over.  Can you hold out until late 2010 or early 2011 for this gorgeous car?

2011 Camaro Convertible Some cynics say that the Camaro is past it's prime but does a great looking car ever go out of style?  When I go to a car show and look at the muscle car legends of the past they still look great to me.  The advantage to buying a new Camaro versus on the the old ones comes down to two things - maintenance and safety.

Trust me I love a good 67 Camaro convertible but how safe is it?  Seatbelts were practically optional and airbags are you kidding me?  I've had several old cars and the looks that you get from others are fantastic but there is always something that needs to be done.  The valve covers are leaking oil, there is a squeak somewhere in the front end, the thermostat is stuck.  It never ends.

With the ever increasing price of the old muscle cars there is virtually no difference between a new camaro convertible and an old one. (actually a super nice old one would be more)

Whenever you buy a convertible there are sacrifices to be made.  The backseat is typically smaller but if you're putting the kids back there, no problem.  The noise on the interstate can be problematic as well.  Most convertible lovers don't really like a group of Harley riders rumbling past.  Regardless of the problems, convertibles are so much fun to drive.  You don't have to break your neck slamming the gas pedal through the floorboard to have a good time tooling around in a convertible, especially the iconic Camaro Convertible.

Joe
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]]> http://superconvertible.com/the-2011-camaro-convertible/feed 0 Is the new Camaro a Mustang killer? http://superconvertible.com/is-the-new-camaro-a-mustang-killer http://superconvertible.com/is-the-new-camaro-a-mustang-killer#comments Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:54:32 +0000 Joseph McGuire http://superconvertible.com/?p=35 When you hear all the stats about the new Camaro you get the distinct impression that the Mustang is in serious trouble.  But it's actually a pretty close fight between these two automobile powerhouses.

For my purposes let's just talk about the Mustang GT and the Camaro 2SS.

Mustang GT
Price - $27,995
weight - 3572 pounds
Transmission - 5 speed
Wheels - 18"
Horsepower - 315
0 to 60 - 5.2 seconds
1/4 mile - 13.5 seconds

Camaro SS
Price - $33,745
Weight - 3860 pounds
Transmission - 6 speed
Wheels - 20"
Horsepower - 426
0 to 60 - 4.8 seconds
1/4 mile - 13 seconds

Basically the new Camaro has more (better) features like a 6 speed or bigger wheels but when the rubber hits the road the 1/4 is close.  Too close.  A Camaro with a 110 horsepower more than the Mustang should kill it but the Mustang is lighter.  With an average joe behind the wheel, this race would be a dead heat.  Mustang lovers should add a few performance parts like a better exhaust or a supercharger and you've got a Camaro killer.

Camaro lovers need to eliminate a little weight or add a Hennessey air intake for some quick horsepower.  On a side note if you haven't seen the Hennessey Camaro with it's 562 horsepower! you are missing it.  That is a ridiculously fast Camaro.
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73 mustang convertible

73 mustang convertible

So Ford made the car bigger in everyway except for the engine which by 1973 was puny, not pony. In 1973 the once proud 351 Cleveland produced 177 horsepower and that was the top of the line.(minus the Cobra Jet) Don't even think about a Boss engine for 1973. The new government regulations on emissions were taking their toll. This was a bad time to buy a new muscle car.
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