GM Releases Official Images of 2016 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

Mark Stevenson
by Mark Stevenson

Inevitably, this is the new 2016 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible, sporting a slew of changes that do not include improved visibility over the current model.

Unfortunately, this is the only manufacturer-provided image of the new Camaro Convertible showing its top in the closed position, making it difficult to judge if Chevrolet has improved the number one complaint of every owner and automotive journalist to jump behind the wheel of their pony car. However, there are a number of changes to note.

Firstly, the top is now fully automatic, lacking a manual locking latch. You can also open and close the top at speeds up to 30 mph and remotely operate the top with the provided key fob (while stationary, of course). It drops 200 lbs versus the outgoing ‘vert, which should make it a better handler like the coupe we covered previously.

GM says it’ll begin deliveries in early 2016.



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  • Chi-One Chi-One on Jun 24, 2015

    I have a 2013 DUSK convertible. Visibility with the top up is almost non-existent. The C pillar area on a vert is much larger than the coupe and the rear window is much smaller as well. It's a beautiful car, but it makes a better stationary piece of art than as a car.

  • Lou_BC Lou_BC on Jun 24, 2015

    What's with that snout?

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