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GregWeld

11-23-2014 06:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RS-Chris (Post 582589)

While you are free to voice your opinion, this is, of course, a public forum, firstly we dont build these cars to gain cool points from the Mopar lifestyle (whatever that is) or any particular group of people. It is not a traditional build. There are plenty of forums for those who get precious about coloring within the lines for a traditional 'resto mod'.

The customer is the one who came to us to build what he wants. Depending on the project, we have varying levels of input as to what the final product is. We choose to open these builds up on here so others can possibly benefit from seeing the 'how' or be inspired by seeing what is involved and goes into these type of builds. This isn't market research. Bottom line is the customer is the one who we are aiming to please.

Secondly, again, we welcome opinion, but lets keep this on point. This is a thread about the Camaro, yet here we are discussing your personal opinions about a completely different car. There is a time and a place...this is neither.

:topic:

Perfect response.

will69camaro

11-23-2014 06:53 AM

Different strokes...

For me, this was one of my favorite cars at SEMA.

William

214Chevy

11-23-2014 06:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RS-Chris (Post 582589)

The customer is the one who came to us to build what he wants.

Yep, I said that when he first asked his question about "why..." But, he still didn't get the point undoubtedly. Secondly, where there is a need and a market for companies will produce. JB400' if you're a Charger owner, you should know this already...that the Mopar market simply isn't there yet. It's just truth in the matter. Regardless of how many hundreds of thousands of owners may be out there. Moreover, do you have any idea of how much time, R&D, money and trial and era that would have into a part to just hope someone buys it or to only sell a few here and there. Lastly, maybe not you, but the Mopar guys are so uptight about keeping a car in its stock, truest form it's almost sickening to hear a bunch of grown men crying about what another man did with his own car and money. Think not? Just look at how many guys panties got in a wad when JCG put an LS motor in the Challenger.

streetbird

11-23-2014 07:00 AM

I like the rear bumper, I wish I can do something like that but not a metal shaper. I will try to find a local guy that can do something similar

RS-Chris

11-23-2014 07:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by will69camaro (Post 582594)

Different strokes...

For me, this was one of my favorite cars at SEMA.

William

Quote:

Originally Posted by streetbird (Post 582596)

I like the rear bumper, I wish I can do something like that but not a metal shaper. I will try to find a local guy that can do something similar

Thanks guys :thumbsup:

RS-Chris

11-23-2014 07:14 AM

And back to our scheduled programming....
As part of the front end refresh, we wanted to do something a little different with the windows in the sliding headlight doors. We sourced translucent smoked gray acrylic so the lights could still be seen through and machined the pieces to fit with some fresh styling.

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8602/...707af4f5_b.jpg

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8665/...015cebfe_b.jpg

Dash finish refresh

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5605/...55460a70_b.jpg[/url]

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7543/...25e8d6f1_b.jpg

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7549/...7d6f44c3_b.jpg

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7484/...a36b7470_b.jpg

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7528/...146012bc_b.jpg

omiotek

11-23-2014 08:37 AM

I really enjoy this car. Its got "a lot" going on BUT its suttle and simple and requires a good look to really grasp all of it. Thats my favorite type of build.

Im realatively new here(maybe i should start an intro thread?) but i think i will just leave a short comment reguarding what has been going on in this thread.

To me, a car is nothing other then a reflection of yourself. You have yourself or a shop do what you like to it. Sure shops help with insight and what not but the end result is always the car that you want. Weather that be a sleek simple clean build to something extremely radical or something with goofy colors that maybe only a handful of people will like.

Bottom line is that if that customer gets the car of their dreams when its said and done, that is the ONLY person that has to be happy with it. The shops are just here to aid and help in ones dreams.

Carry on with the thread. I love the fact you guys show whats under it all.

Sonar Chief

11-23-2014 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by RS-Chris (Post 582599)

OUTSTANDING WORK .... could you imagine walking into the Chevy dealership and picking up the keys to a car of this caliber and leaving w a **it grin on your face!

Nice work guys ....

214Chevy

11-23-2014 09:23 AM

:topic: :topic:

Although, I love every aspect of this car from the color to the custom splitter, what very small detail I love the most is the two-toned bumper. I love how the contoured lines of both bumpers splits the black paint from the white paint. That is so cool. To me, that small detail gives the illusion that the front grill and tail are larger than they really are. When in reality, it is just the black paint extends onto the bumpers.

:king: :king:

Hotrod1

11-23-2014 10:16 AM

What do you guys make splitters from? Aluminite, carbon, fiberglass, abs, etc?

214Chevy

11-23-2014 10:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hotrod1 (Post 582628)

What do you guys make splitters from? Aluminite, carbon, fiberglass, abs, etc?

Shoot, they can make it out of it all. But, this one on the Camaro looks to be aluminum, I presume.

omiotek

11-23-2014 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 214Chevelle (Post 582629)

Shoot, they can make it out of it all. But, this one on the Camaro looks to be aluminum, I presume.

I have seen them do it both ways... For instance.... Rampage is carbon but other projects I have seen are thin wall steel or aluminum. Whatever the project calls for and the application.

214Chevy

11-23-2014 12:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by omiotek (Post 582630)

I have seen them do it both ways... For instance.... Rampage is carbon but other projects I have seen are thin wall steel or aluminum. Whatever the project calls for and the application.

Exactly why I said the can make it out of whatever you want them to. They'll even carve you one out of billet with that fancy 5-axis machine they have if you want them to.

SlowProgress

11-23-2014 12:25 PM

Funny, I am an Aerospace engineer and we play with cool hardware all day long. In spite of that there is a certain lack of creativity because every part has to have pedigree and be at least somewhat like the last one we made. There is a little kid-like part of me that would just like to chuck it all and go sweep floors at the Roadster Shop and watch all this happen. Of course that isn't possible but I can dream !!

214Chevy

11-24-2014 05:21 AM

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Originally Posted by SlowProgress (Post 582640)

There is a little kid-like part of me that would just like to chuck it all and go sweep floors at the Roadster Shop and watch all this happen.

You'd have to get in line behind me and I'm sure I'd be in line behind 100 other guys. Lol!!

Z06Joe

11-24-2014 05:29 AM

Awesome work RS!!!! One day I hope to have something built by you guys!!!

DOOM	11-24-2014 06:45 AM

Chris I enjoyed looking at the car at SEMA , Very well done.

DBasher

11-24-2014 08:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 214Chevelle (Post 582616)

What he said!
Big leap of faith from an owner that has all black cars to go white on this one...how does that conversation go? Obviously the right decision, basic white has never looked so good! Love it!

89 RS

11-25-2014 06:59 AM

This Camaro is sick! It's gotta be one of my favorite builds put out by the extremely talented crew at the Roadster Shop. Well done, well done.

tones2SS

11-25-2014 05:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RS-Chris (Post 582599)

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7528/...146012bc_b.jpg

That is amazing.
I love this car and the "storm trooper" look. Cannot wait to see this one finished.
Awesome work guys.

214Chevy

11-25-2014 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tones2SS (Post 582994)

That is amazing.
I love this car and the "storm trooper" look. Cannot wait to see this one finished.
Awesome work guys.

Tone, I love the "storm trooper" analogy. Makes me think back to when I was about 5 or 6 years old and there was this full size storm trooper helmet that I saw and wanted in a toy store. I put it on and it fitted perfectly too. I remember it like it was yesterday and I'm 41 now....2 months shy of turning 42. My mom told me no. I begged and cried. She couldn't afford it and it was only $30. Like I said I remember it like it was yesterday. But, I bet that $30 was probably like $300 back in the $70's and a $30 toy helmet was definitely out of the question. Til this day, seriously, when I see storm trooper helmets I just start feeling funny and smile on the inside. Not a big Star Wars fan, but storm troopers a just cool.

streetbird

11-27-2014 11:23 AM

I have a question for you guys at RS. Can you built a bumper, quarter patch and back panel patch tout fit the bumper like this one without having the car for customer like me that live far?

214Chevy

11-27-2014 03:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by streetbird (Post 583234)

I have a question for you guys at RS. Can you built a bumper, quarter patch and back panel patch tout fit the bumper like this one without having the car for customer like me that live far?

They can, I'm sure. But, the fit can't be guaranteed because every car is different. Especially, since you're talking bout a car over 40 years old.

monza

11-28-2014 01:33 PM

Wow absolutely sick build, if only it was black:)
Totally kidding, it looks amazing and that engine!!
Thanks for sharing all the details.

Roadster Shop

11-28-2014 02:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by streetbird (Post 583234)

I have a question for you guys at RS. Can you built a bumper, quarter patch and back panel patch tout fit the bumper like this one without having the car for customer like me that live far?

If we were building one on another car at the same time, we would be able to do it. With out a car here to fit against, it would be rather difficult. I would not want to take on a project like that and send you something that may or may not fit. The best bet is to have the car here adn build the parts to the specific car.

Sheck44

11-29-2014 03:19 AM

Grill

I'd take one of those black mesh grills in a second !!
Steve

Radlark

11-29-2014 03:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sheck44 (Post 583432)

I'd take one of those black mesh grills in a second !!
Steve

DITTO.....and I don't even OWN a Camaro!!! LOL

DFRESH

11-30-2014 08:08 PM

I didn't think that there would be something else you could possibly do to 69 that was fresh and impressive. This is my favorite 69 Camaro of all time---I love the front end and the white on black--and of course the stance. It's beautiful. I sure hope the owner appreciates your design and creativity as it is elegant yet aggressive at the same time. Beautiful---and a dream car fulfilled.

Doug

RS-Chris

12-01-2014 09:32 AM

Hotrod1

12-01-2014 09:35 AM

gosh, that is beautiful. Show us more!

syborg tt

12-01-2014 10:59 AM

This has to be one of the baddest 69 Camaro's built to date.

Jr	12-01-2014 11:10 AM

The white on black theme is simple but effective.

tones2SS

12-01-2014 05:06 PM

Note to self: Win huge money on the lottery and contact Roadster Shop ASAP!!
Awesome work guys. :thumbsup:

Rick D

12-01-2014 06:58 PM

WOW just WOW!!!

So bad azz!!!

Flash68

12-01-2014 07:43 PM

Incredible.

waynieZ

12-01-2014 09:25 PM

I love everything about it. NICE!

ArisESQ

12-01-2014 09:47 PM

I generally prefer a more stock looking appearance with Camaros, and honestly when I first saw the pics of the car after the suspension upgrades, before you started bodywork on it, I didn't think it could be improved any further - but you guys did it. This is far and away one of the best 69' Camaro builds I've ever seen.

Z06Joe

12-02-2014 06:57 AM

Another work of art!!!

RS-Chris

12-16-2014 01:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by syborg tt (Post 583699)

This has to be one of the baddest 69 Camaro's built to date.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jr (Post 583702)

The white on black theme is simple but effective.

Quote:

Originally Posted by tones2SS (Post 583758)

Note to self: Win huge money on the lottery and contact Roadster Shop ASAP!!
Awesome work guys. :thumbsup:

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rick D (Post 583773)

WOW just WOW!!!

So bad azz!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flash68 (Post 583781)

Incredible.

Quote:

Originally Posted by waynieZ (Post 583792)

I love everything about it. NICE!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Z06Joe (Post 583821)

Another work of art!!!

Well thanks for the kind words everyone!

Quote:

Originally Posted by ArisESQ (Post 583795)

It's always the challenge with the '69. How to keep it fresh and give it its own identity. Thankfully Ben gave us a good amount of freedom with the styling and now he wont have to worry about pulling up next to a 'similar' one. (Although there will always be that guy at the car shows who "had one just like it"...)

RS-Chris

12-16-2014 01:39 PM

One of the awesome shots Jeremy Cliff (www.jeremycliff.com) captured of the car for the eGarage site.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7500/...77913053_b.jpg

Couple more pics here: http://egarage.com/car-profiles/the-truth-sema-2014/

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