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bigwhit45 · 02-17-2011, 08:00 PM

I think they should keep the inside of the wheel from the SS, and the outside from the new wheel. Problem solved, and in the middle put ZL1.

2ss-booya · 02-17-2011, 09:10 PM

I find it interesting how were having an issue with the steering wheel they chose to put in the ZL-1 because it looks too much like a cruze or sonic...yet..the Z06 vette has the same steering wheel as a malibu.

OldJedi · 02-17-2011, 09:28 PM

I am probably in the minority but I like the new wheel design but would prefer to have the Camaro instead of the Bowtie in the center.

Supercamaro64 · 02-17-2011, 10:40 PM

Why do we own Camaros? we want to stand out from the crowd. these cars are freaking awesome. We are proud of our camaros, yes? then why not show the name on any surface it looks good on? Spell out CAMARO on the wheel, or ZL1, or even CAMARO ZL1. but something more than just the bowtie. i love the bowtie, but i would want something more on a $50k car. hell, i bought my 3rd gen for $550, and its got its name on the steering wheel!!

obzidian · 02-18-2011, 12:55 AM

I thought owning a camaro was about winning?!

racer50200 · 02-18-2011, 05:28 AM

Yep got to admit, I am also in the minority that likes the new wheel! Can't wait to see how it feels in my hands!!

*Mr. Wyndham* · 02-20-2011, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroMiami

The ZL1 will be a track-ready camaro, I believe should have a sure grip steering wheel (leather)...The D shape does not turn me on but, is it really practical for a track-ready, road-course car?

The microsuede rim is as "sure grip" as you're going to get short of sticking velcro to your palms...

And I believe the flat-bottomed style was borrowed from F-1 racing, where clearance was a serious issue for drivers. The small diameter will improve feel and responsiveness if/when racing, and the flat-bottom will simply help make some more room to get in/out while being a pretty unique look in a production car.

IamJacksCamaro · 02-20-2011, 11:27 PM

Spell out Camaro!

obzidian · 02-21-2011, 07:16 PM

Looking at it again, I agree that they need to make this wheel more "ZL1" specific by either spelling camaro on it or a ZL1 logo. Oh, an wrap the center section in leather!!

SonnyakaPig · 02-21-2011, 07:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dragoneye

The microsuede rim is as "sure grip" as you're going to get short of sticking velcro to your palms...

And I believe the flat-bottomed style was borrowed from F-1 racing, where clearance was a serious issue for drivers. The small diameter will improve feel and responsiveness if/when racing, and the flat-bottom will simply help make some more room to get in/out while being a pretty unique look in a production car.

Very good explanation.

My car has the flat bottom. I like the look of it a lot.

Although my car doesn't have the alcantera on the wheel, some models do come with it, and I think it looks great. I hear it does provide excellent grip.

YOUNGnRECKLESS · 02-21-2011, 07:24 PM

i think the wheel we have now would fit that interior. the wheel was unique with our new camaros and i feel like the new models should keep the same general look. so i vote our wheel over one from a volt or any other car that wheel is from and certainly keep the camaro logo on it =)

Eich · 02-21-2011, 07:42 PM

I think the only problem with the bowtie is that the size and color overwhelms the steering wheel. If the bowtie was simply a thin, chrome outline, it would look a TON better on the steering wheel.

amoreno73 · 02-24-2011, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by MarkSS

I just got back from Chicago and can honestly say that the only thing I did not like about the ZL1 was the steering wheel. It is a suede covered rendition of the same wheel that is in the 2012 Sonic as well as the Volt. In those cars, it seems ok, but in the Camaro, it seemed out of sync with the rest of the interior. I prefer the much-maligned wheel that is in the current car. I am not sure putting the Camaro script on the wheel would fix my concerns about it, but it would be a start.

The current steering wheel is not bad. Why can't just fix the current one instead of using one from a Cruze. All they need to do is modify the horizonal bars that hold the wheel side to side. Either shift them down or make them thinner. That should correct the 9 and 3 hand position. The simpler solution is use the original concept Camaro steering wheel in the first place.

Sctrjn21 · 02-24-2011, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by djsnoflake

Or how about instead of that tiny ZL-1 badge at the bottom of the wheel, you put a bigger one in the center cap?

Either way, not a big fan of the bowtie. Makes it look like the wheel from a Malibu or something.

For the record, I love the actual wheel itself though. Looks more ergonomically friendly by a million percent.

I agree, I think a Bigger ZL1 badge would be alot better. That is what my vote would be.

View Poll Results: Keep the BowTie on the ZL1 steering wheel?
Yes: Keep the Bowtie	40	16.60%
No: Spell Camaro in the center instead of Bowtie.	201	83.40%
Voters: 241. You may not vote on this poll

02-17-2011, 09:28 PM	#31
OldJedi Use the Force Drives: 2015 Corvette Z51, 2018 Porsche GTS Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Davie, Fl. Posts: 3,862	I am probably in the minority but I like the new wheel design but would prefer to have the Camaro instead of the Bowtie in the center. __________________ Walk softly, carry a light saber and drive a ZL1!

02-17-2011, 10:40 PM	#32
Supercamaro64 Right, right. Drives: 79 Z28, 86 Camaro, 94 Burb 4x4 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Fond du Lac, Wisconsin Posts: 1,350 View My Garage	Why do we own Camaros? we want to stand out from the crowd. these cars are freaking awesome. We are proud of our camaros, yes? then why not show the name on any surface it looks good on? Spell out CAMARO on the wheel, or ZL1, or even CAMARO ZL1. but something more than just the bowtie. i love the bowtie, but i would want something more on a $50k car. hell, i bought my 3rd gen for $550, and its got its name on the steering wheel!! __________________ "You wanna lay the fate of the world on the kids camaro? Thats cool." "When reporters asked what it was, one official stated, 'It's a small, vicious animal that eats Mustangs.'" The Creampuff Fleet-

02-18-2011, 12:55 AM	#33
obzidian Drives: 98 camaro turbo Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: miami Posts: 293	I thought owning a camaro was about winning?! __________________ .....

02-18-2011, 05:28 AM	#34
racer50200 Drives: 2010 White 2SS/RS Camaro 6M Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Central Florida Posts: 125 View My Garage	Yep got to admit, I am also in the minority that likes the new wheel! Can't wait to see how it feels in my hands!! __________________ Camaro Specs: 2010 2SS/RS SW, 6M, Eibach Spings / bars, 275's X 4, Heritage Grill, NLP spoiler, Becky's SW shark fin, AAC LED DRL's, Stainless Works Headers and exhaust, Barton Flat Stick Shifter, '69 SS emblems, ready for hp boost..... Help your country.... Buy American Products!!

02-17-2011, 08:00 PM	#29
bigwhit45 Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: New Orleans, La Posts: 6	I think they should keep the inside of the wheel from the SS, and the outside from the new wheel. Problem solved, and in the middle put ZL1.

02-17-2011, 09:10 PM	#30
2ss-booya Drives: 2015 SS Sedan M6 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 1,086	I find it interesting how were having an issue with the steering wheel they chose to put in the ZL-1 because it looks too much like a cruze or sonic...yet..the Z06 vette has the same steering wheel as a malibu.

02-20-2011, 11:27 PM	#36
IamJacksCamaro Drives: Camaro LS M6, Fiero, Ford F100 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ohio Posts: 638	Spell out Camaro!

02-21-2011, 07:16 PM	#37
obzidian Drives: 98 camaro turbo Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: miami Posts: 293	Looking at it again, I agree that they need to make this wheel more "ZL1" specific by either spelling camaro on it or a ZL1 logo. Oh, an wrap the center section in leather!! __________________ .....

02-21-2011, 07:24 PM	#39
YOUNGnRECKLESS Building the Beast Drives: 2010 VR LS3 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Queens, New York Posts: 1,398 View My Garage	i think the wheel we have now would fit that interior. the wheel was unique with our new camaros and i feel like the new models should keep the same general look. so i vote our wheel over one from a volt or any other car that wheel is from and certainly keep the camaro logo on it =) __________________

02-21-2011, 07:42 PM	#40
Eich Drives: '11 SW/Beige 2SS RS Manual Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 684	I think the only problem with the bowtie is that the size and color overwhelms the steering wheel. If the bowtie was simply a thin, chrome outline, it would look a TON better on the steering wheel.

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