Kid Rock's 40th Birthday present, a 2011 Chevy Camaro SS

Kid Rock is not stranger to the Motor City. As the self-appointed goodwill ambassador for Detroit, Michigan, Kid Rock celebrated his 40th birthday with a HUGE concert at Ford Field in Detroit on Saturday, September 15th. This show was so big, they moved the Monster Jam event, originally scheduled for that night, to the weekend prior.

This show was not unlike previous appearances with high profile guests like Sheryl Crow, Uncle Kracker, J. Giels front man Peter Wolf, Rev Run (Run DMC) and others. This blowout event showcased one of his presents, a 2011 Chevrolet Camaro SS customized with a Made in Detroit theme. This custom, blacked out Camaro features the Made In Detroit logo on the rear deck lid and fuel filler door, black custom wheels and a replica of the American Badass tattoo that spans across Kid Rocks back.

Reports state this was a gift from Chevrolet, and others say it came from NASCAR driver Jimmie Johnson. We were not able to confirm the source, but I'm sure we will hear more details about this cool Camaro very soon. Stay tuned!

Win a 2011 Chevy Camaro SS from the National Corvette Museum

National Corvette Museum 2011 Black Chevrolet Camaro SS Coupe Raffle!

While we are used to seeing the NCM raffle off new Corvettes,  this time around they bring another popular Chevy to the 'raffle' block.  Buy a ticket (or two), have a chance to win the hottest car on the market AND support the National Corvette Museum!

Hurry, the drawing is scheduled for Thursday, February 17, 2011 at 2pm C.T.

They will draw a winner for their 2011 Black Camaro SS Coupe. The Camaro features black leather interior, a LS3 - 6.2L V8 engine with manual transmission and Hurst short-throw shifter, silver stripe package, OnStar service, power sunroof, Boston Acoustic Premium Audio System, RS Exterior Package and 20" aluminum polished wheels. The winner will also receive a certificate to attend a Three-Day Bondurant High Performance Driving School.

Tickets are $10 and this raffle has an unlimited number of tickets.

Order tickets directly from the NCM HERE
We ordered our tickets tonight, consider your purchases as a donation to the NCM ;-)

About National Corvette Museum Raffles

Due to postal regulations, raffle ticket stubs cannot be returned by mail for purchases over the Internet, through the mail or by telephone. When an order is placed, we will complete the ticket by filling in the name, address, and phone number, and we will drop the ticket in the barrel at the National Corvette Museum. At the drawing, the winner will be contacted based on the name and information on the ticket. To pick up the vehicle, two forms of identification, one of which must be a photo ID will be required to prove that this person is the person on the winning ticket. Purchasers do not need their ticket stubs for any reason. However, the stubs will be kept on file at the NCM. Purchasers can call the NCM or email angela@corvettemuseum.com to check when the order was processed and obtain their ticket number if so desired.

Please read the official Raffle Rules and Regulations.
See all available Raffle Tickets now.

2011 Performance edition Camaros

As the NAIAS gets underway, cyberspace is a buzz over some alleged discussions a bout the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro HP edition (aka Z-28?).   While the Z-28 name/rpo has not been specifically mentioned, there are plenty of pictures of supercharged (or we think) Camaros running around places like Arizona and Nurburgring letting us know a high performance version is coming, perhaps sooner than later?  Most discussed are things like the super-charged 6.2l power plant with about 550 HP (circa Cadillac V-Series), Magnetic ride control, special hood and other external treatments. I would hope the interior gets a few special touches as well.

Also on the board for the 2011 model year appears to be a 45th Anniversary edition due to showrooms later this summer. 

With 2010 SEMA Camaros like Red Flash, Black, Synergy, SSX Track Car,  we all know GM has quite a few plans for the Camaro. 

Have we already seen the next Camaro Z-28? Maybe so.

A Camaro with a political past is sold

You probably remember when we told you about the blazing orange 2010 Camaro SS John Gray, Oshawa's mayor, received. That was one of the most talked about Camaros in Canada.

The 400HP Camaro carried the former mayor around Oshawa in first class style, certainly getting attention everywhere he went.  When Gray lost the election to John Henry in 2009, he lost more than his position, he had to turn over the keys to this six speed hot rod.

Gray is now piloting a Chevrolet Suburban and is now working in the solar industry. He certainly enjoyed the Camaro while it lasted.

 

Image source: thestar.com

Chevrolet Camaro Convertible configurator is online

It has arrived, with the 2011 Chevy Camaro Convertible to debut at the NAIAS in Detroit, Michigan this week, the Camaro Configurator web site includes the convertible model.

The Camaro Convertible comes in four trim levels; 1LT, 2LT, 1SS and 2SS. The cheapest is the 29 MPG 1LT at $29,150, the 312hp V6 and 18” painted aluminum wheels. You can add 19” wheels, Boston Acoustics sound system, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and a few other options taking you to the 2LT for $32,650.

The performance enthusiast can steup up to the Camaro 1SS, which gives you a 426hp LS3 V8, 20” wheels backed by Brembo brakes and SS-specific front and rear fascias for $36,650. Continue up the ladder to the 2SS adding even more options starting at $39,650. The list of options continues, click happy buyers can equip their 2SS Convertible up to a price tag around $50,000.

Build your own 2011 Camaro Convertible  Let us know how much your dream Camaro came to!

Chevy Camaro outsells the Ford Mustang

The Ford vs Chevy pony car war, It's been going on for 44  years (not counting the seven years Camaro was hibernating). For the first time since the 1985 model year, the Chevrolet Camaro has outsold the Ford Mustang, and did so by over 7,600 cars.  The Mustang had this all to itself during the seven years Camaro was gone from showroom floors, but it looks like a new, fresh model came out ahead through 2010.

Bloomberg reported that Camaro sales rose 32 percent in 2010, while Mustang sales rose 11 percent. Sales of both fell in December: Camaro by 26 percent, Mustang by 16 percent.

What do the people at Ford think? Ford sales analyst, George Pipas, recently told Automotive News "If that was important, we wouldn't have taken a shift off at Flat Rock." That means that Ford isn't willing to play any games with production to outsell the Camaro. Instead it is going to keep doing what it has been and only produce enough Mustangs that it thinks it can sell at a profit.

What does this really mean?  How much does a statistic like this really impact sales of a particular model? Let us know what you think.

 Image source: Autotribute.com

2012 Camaro 330 HP LFX V6

With one of the hottest selling cars on the planet, GM is not standing still with the Chevrolet Camaro. Word is out about a new 330HP V6 planned for the 2012 Camaro, code name "LFX". This possible power train would be based on the LF1 V6 motor found in the Cadillac CTS, SRX and the Chevrolet Equinox.
 

This new V6 would have dual-overhead cams, variable valve timing, spark-ignition direct injection and be E85 compatible. These improvements could add up 330HP and more than likely, even better fuel mileage.

Put this in the base model Camaro and the Ford Mustang would have even more catching up to do in the pony car race.

The new Camaro through the eyes of Danny L Whitfield

The Automotive Art of Danny L Whitfield

What price do you put on art?

The art world is a crazy place, and there seems to be no limit as to what the next renaissance masterpiece will fetch. The same collector mayhem happens in the muscle car world, with top examples of our favorite cars going for millions of dollars. Artist Danny Whitfield has priced his art masterpieces of classic cars at very reasonable prices. His awesome collection is offered in two sizes, 16 x 20 ($70), and 20 x 24 ($90).
The fifth generation Camaro is currently the hottest car on the planet! We know you may have one that's customized with parts from Chevrolet or aftermarket suppliers. That's why Danny's offering a diverse collection of prints to chose from.

But the best part is getting YOUR print customized the way YOU want it!  If you have a really tricked out Camaro or just want to match what you bought from the Chevy dealership, visit his web site today!  www.dannywhitfield.com

You do not have to be a millionaire to own his artwork, he's known for catering to every car enthusiast regardless of budget. Take a look at what his customers say about his work! www.dannywhitfield.com/special_order.html