That Camaro with the big wing:

[Damn True]

That monster that belongs to Bob Owen

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2007/11/0406sc_01z1969_chevrolet_camaroleft_fron-1.jpg


You get a glimpse of it (a short one) at about 6:15
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Can we find more?

[protour_chevelle]

all I know is that is the same track that a GT500 flipped while coming up and over that hill to turn too quick!

[protour_chevelle]

ok ok, heres the video.

http://s42.photobucket.com/albums/e346/GGolsan/?action=view&current=LastHPDEnomusic.flv

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

[Damn True]

There are a lot of things one could do wrong in that corner going CW. He did most of them.

[BA.]

sweet video's, kinda takes your breath away. Definitely good times!
thanks guys!

[BMF Machine]

Nice Thread!!!! That camaro seems to be completly EviL!:seizure: :twothumbs

[bbcc]

Very cool car. (http://www.popularhotrodding.com/features/0406phr_1969_chevrolet_camaro/index.html) Definitly has the goods to back up the look.

bbcc

[jonnyc]

the first video is at thunderhill.the mustang vid looks like turn 5 at thunderhill but it so quick its hard to tell for sure.

[Project69]

ok ok, heres the video.

http://s42.photobucket.com/albums/e346/GGolsan/?action=view&current=LastHPDEnomusic.flv

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

I like how he tapped up everything to protect the paint :pat:

oh god a handi-sticker.

[Damn True]

Ok, enough of the big pig GT500.

[Project69]

Ok, enough of the big pig GT500.

Aww why? Its just a waste of 45k haha

[Damn True]

...because I was looking for video of the Camaro that isn't wrecked as opposed to the $lowby that is.

[79_GBody]

I'm surprised noody mentioned how the Camaro pulled away and vanished from the car with the video recorder in it.

[MrQuick]

full page devoted to it on phr. but you knew that. lol

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2007/11/0406sc_02z1969_chevrolet_camaroright_rea-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2007/11/0406sc_05z1969_chevrolet_camarofront_vie-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2007/11/0406sc_06z1969_chevrolet_camaroleft_fron-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2007/11/0406sc_11z1969_chevrolet_camarorear_wing-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2007/11/0406sc_07z1969_chevrolet_camaroright_rea-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2007/11/0406sc_03z1969_chevrolet_camaroengine_ba-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2007/11/0406sc_04z1969_chevrolet_camarointerior_-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2007/11/0406sc_09z1969_chevrolet_camarofuel_cell-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2007/11/0406sc_08z1969_chevrolet_camarogauges-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2007/11/0406sc_12z1969_chevrolet_camarosuspensio-1.jpg

vid one: http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-3120542026877607338&q=Laguna+Seca
vid two: http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-877807893711273242&q=Laguna+Seca
vid three: http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-8539163950266939980

[Stu Seitz]

Very cool car. (http://www.popularhotrodding.com/features/0406phr_1969_chevrolet_camaro/index.html) Definitly has the goods to back up the look.

bbcc

Actually I am really unimpressed by that cars performance. An e30 m3 caught up to it on the second lap.

[6'9"Witha69]

Actually I am really unimpressed by that cars performance. An e30 m3 caught up to it on the second lap.The driver is the ultimate performer in any vehicle. Maybe he sucks.

[Chad-1stGen]

Actually I am really unimpressed by that cars performance. An e30 m3 caught up to it on the second lap.

When I was watching the vid I had the same thought. However, once they both got out of the traffic that Camaro was long gone.

[WS6]

nice videos. thanks for finding those True.

[jonnyc]

i was talking to a friend of mine today that does alot of track days with Bob.he was saying Bob has a new track toy in the works and he's thinking about turning the camaro into more of a pro-touring/driving car.

remember this is second hand info so how much of it is truth,i can't say.

[MrQuick]

Actually I am really unimpressed by that cars performance. An e30 m3 caught up to it on the second lap.


The driver is the ultimate performer in any vehicle. Maybe he sucks.

I think he (Camaro) was toying with the other guys...now if he (BMW) had passed him (Camaro) like he (BMW) passed the Porsch, 2 Vettes and the spec Miata then yes I would have to agree. Them Bummers do well. Just ask Katz.

[67 455 Bird ragtop]

Anyone notice that hadicap placard haning from the rearview mirror in the GT ??? ... LOL

[TonyL]

Anyone notice that hadicap placard haning from the rearview mirror in the GT ??? ... LOL

I Had not noticed that. I wonder what the story is there?

[Gonzostyle]

As a former owner of an E30 M3, I think that if the E30 M3 were set up like the camaro (full race) the camaro would not stand a chance even though it likely has 300 more HP.

But like 6'9" said it is the loose nut behind the wheel that really makes the difference.

-Jeremie

[camaro608]

that thing sounds nasty!!!

[Aceshigh]

Love the look of the car, especially the fender extensions.

Not a fan of the wing on it though.

[JEFFTATE]

Looks like Bob Owens car got wrecked.

http://www.staffordclassics.com/images/trackmasters_searspoint_07212007_50_400x270.jpg



Anybody know the story behind the accident ??

[Krazed]

Ouch :( Im having flashbacks of Penny's accident!

[1360]

Damn! Nice car, had to hurt....I like the subtle wing. LOL

[ProBell]

If you track your car. Its not if you will crash, but when.
The trick is to do all you can to hold of the when as long as possible. Looks like Bob was not afraid to track the car. Hope to see it back on the track!!!! Randy

[ed1le]

Looks like Bob Owens car got wrecked.

http://www.staffordclassics.com/images/trackmasters_searspoint_07212007_50_400x270.jpg



Anybody know the story behind the accident ??

Ouch, looks like someone "tapped' him from behind...

That guy in the M3 seemed to be a pretty good driver, he had that thing sliding pretty good on those turns....

[Code Red]

looks like someone just ripped it open like an aluminum can

[Damn True]

Ouch, looks like someone "tapped' him from behind...

That guy in the M3 seemed to be a pretty good driver, he had that thing sliding pretty good on those turns....


Sliding /= fast.

[Bryce]

finally a car with some sidewalls, i like it

[-The Stig-]

It looks to me the Camaro driver relies on the cars over built setup to make it look as if he appears he's fast. That last video of him passing the car at Sears point, it looks like his line going into the turn was way off. And he knew that the car had more than enough grip and suspension to make up for bad angle?

I've never driven the track, but it just seems to me he could of picked a better line. And it did haul away from the camera car pretty fast once it got back onto the straight...

[Kenova]

That last video of him passing the car at Sears point, it looks like his line going into the turn was way off. And he knew that the car had more than enough grip and suspension to make up for bad angle?

If a car has the ability to handle a curve off line, would that not open up more opportunities for passing? I've never been on a track before, just asking and trying to learn.

Ken

[DvBoard]

It looks to me the Camaro driver relies on the cars over built setup to make it look as if he appears he's fast. That last video of him passing the car at Sears point, it looks like his line going into the turn was way off. And he knew that the car had more than enough grip and suspension to make up for bad angle?

I've never driven the track, but it just seems to me he could of picked a better line. And it did haul away from the camera car pretty fast once it got back onto the straight...
Is it really off if he knew that he'd make it without trouble?

[79-TA]

Is it really off if he knew that he'd make it without trouble?

If it hinders progress even more, then yes.

[Damn True]

It looks to me the Camaro driver relies on the cars over built setup to make it look as if he appears he's fast. That last video of him passing the car at Sears point, it looks like his line going into the turn was way off. And he knew that the car had more than enough grip and suspension to make up for bad angle?

I've never driven the track, but it just seems to me he could of picked a better line. And it did haul away from the camera car pretty fast once it got back onto the straight...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/o_rly-1.jpg

[MrQuick]

really....you know the Stig's been know to post here from time to time, when he posts you might not know but you will feel it. LOL

Lines are very different from different seats. Seated in front of a wheel and infront of a key board.

[David Pozzi]

It looks to me the Camaro driver relies on the cars over built setup to make it look as if he appears he's fast. That last video of him passing the car at Sears point, it looks like his line going into the turn was way off. And he knew that the car had more than enough grip and suspension to make up for bad angle?

I've never driven the track, but it just seems to me he could of picked a better line. And it did haul away from the camera car pretty fast once it got back onto the straight...

I've driven Sears Point and the car being passed should have looked in his mirror and moved left to allow passing. Since he didn't notice the Camaro looming in his mirrors, the Camaro passed him on the left then hit the brakes and turned in. That Camaro looks like it's very fast and well driven.

I think Bob or some close friend was on this forum a few years ago and there was talk of him and someone else here meeting up for a "shootout" of sorts. People started talking smack a bit and I think they wanted to keep the event friendly and private. Never heard if it actually happened.
David

[-The Stig-]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/o_rly-1.jpg


:lol:

Ok, I'll admit I deserved that.


I love the O'Rly Owls.


Not knowing more about the driver of the car, I won't comment more on what little I've seen. Just in that clip, to me... it seemed odd.

And what David said about the camera car probably being in the wrong place when the Camaro passed does make sense. I hadn't thought about that. So in that perspective I can see where that would make it's approach seem 'off'.

Plus Mr. Pozzi really does know his stuff.:worship: So I'll quiet down.:hammer:





Lines are very different from different seats. Seated in front of a wheel and infront of a key board.

This is very true, I wish this upcoming track day at Willowsprings hadn't come at such a bad time for me financially. Much rather be in the seat of my own car on a track, than in my office chair. Especially since the car has more lumbar support....

[Damn True]

I've raced motorcycles quite a bit and thought I knew a fair bit about getting around a road course.

Then I took a ride with Mary. Every braking point, every turn in, every track-out that I would have used on a bike is completely wrong in a car. On a bike there are often 4-6 different genuinely fast ways through a corner. In a car there is one, maybe 2 tops depending on the car (big difference between RWD and FWD and a heavy and light car).

I too have no behind the wheel (plenty on 2-wheels) experience on track, but what I do know has taught me that I don't know S#!T.

[JEFFTATE]

I think Bob or some close friend was on this forum a few years ago and there was talk of him and someone else here meeting up for a "shootout" of sorts. People started talking smack a bit and I think they wanted to keep the event friendly and private. Never heard if it actually happened.
David

I think it was with Big Red ???
I remember reading the post.

[Memphis]

That would be a cool match up.

[rogue]

my favorite camaro out there....

[-The Stig-]

I've raced motorcycles quite a bit and thought I knew a fair bit about getting around a road course.

Then I took a ride with Mary. Every braking point, every turn in, every track-out that I would have used on a bike is completely wrong in a car. On a bike there are often 4-6 different genuinely fast ways through a corner. In a car there is one, maybe 2 tops depending on the car (big difference between RWD and FWD and a heavy and light car).

I too have no behind the wheel (plenty on 2-wheels) experience on track, but what I do know has taught me that I don't know S#!T.

I've taken my old 2007 Triumph Daytona out to Buttonwillow once a while back. And I can agree with you that it's a different world on a bike than in a car. Even from driving the same roads I've ridden... like you said, it's all different.

I can't wait to get my Camaro going... thing is going to be a track whore.