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Originally Posted by LE12345671
I've seen tons of concept drawings for a 2007 camaro retro car. Is there any word if this will happen? (most articles say it's still a concept car and there's no definite plan) Also, are there any retro design firebirds on the horizon?
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Last I heard from a GM employee pal of mine is that when GM canned the F-body they breached their contract with the Canadian factory that was making these cars. So if they make a car with the name "Camaro" or "Firebird" they'll be in legal trouble. Maybe they could pay their way out of this, who knows.
Of course, we all know that they'll never use "Trans Am" again. They hated paying royalites....
As for a replacement. The funny part is "retro" is fading out, so this means that when it is dead and absolutely nobody wants it anymore, GM will introduce a line of retro vehicles for consumers to purchase.
BTW, GM did trademark the name "Chevelle" and I'd bet they will be releasing this in the near future. Expect it to be a shared Holden platform. (another GM source)
I think you'll see a "Chevelle" before you see a "Camaro" again. I wouldn't hold your breath for a "firebird" either. No word on them from my sources.