Manning/DSE Camaro at the Motor State Challenge

[fleetus macmullitz]

Found just couple of closeups on the DSE site. Anyone have some more they can post?

Thanks.

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/manning1.jpg

[clill]

I took some but I'm stuck at airport. Killer car.:hail:

[dropit69]

i have a few ill be loading later..awesome car..

[fleetus macmullitz]

I took some but I'm stuck at airport.

That new red Steilow half jet/half car was unavailable to fly you back, huh? :unibrow:

i have a few ill be loading later..awesome car..

Thanks. :thumbsup:

[hifi875]

i want that rear spoiler :thumbsup:

[Steve1968LS2]

I will get some up tomorrow.. killer car. :thumbsup:

[fleetus macmullitz]

I will get some up tomorrow.. killer car. :thumbsup:

Thanks Steve. :thumbsup:

[phillym5]

She looks good.... damn good!!

[OLDFLM]

I will get some up tomorrow.. killer car. :thumbsup:

It's tomorrow! :_paranoid

[fleetus macmullitz]

She looks good.... damn good!!

We're also waitin' on a bunch of good closeups of yours Josh.

Whose t-shirt do we have to buy to see 'em? ;)

[tones2SS]

Found just couple of closeups on the DSE site. Anyone have some more they can post?

Thanks.

Too funny Skip! I was on their website yesterday myself as a matter of fact. (surprise, surprise!) Nice car.:thumbsup:

[fleetus macmullitz]

Too funny Skip! I was on their website yesterday myself as a matter of fact. (surprise, surprise!) Nice car.:thumbsup:

Rumor has it DSE checks to see if their server is working if they don't get a daily hit from you.

:unibrow:

[dropit69]

heres what i have..
http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/33361321665.jpg (http://www.fquick.com/garages/viewgallery.php?action=viewimg&id=321665)
http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/33361321666.jpg (http://www.fquick.com/garages/viewgallery.php?action=viewimg&id=321666)
http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/33361321667.jpg (http://www.fquick.com/garages/viewgallery.php?action=viewimg&id=321667)
http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/33361321668.jpg (http://www.fquick.com/garages/viewgallery.php?action=viewimg&id=321668)

[fleetus macmullitz]

Thanks Darrin. :thumbsup:

[cdushane]

That's one SWEEEEET ride :hail:

[tones2SS]

Rumor has it DSE checks to see if their server is working if they don't get a daily hit from you.

:unibrow:

I know!!! lol:lol:
Thanks for the pics. DSE can build some seriously nice cars!:thumbsup:

[awr68]

I REALLY like the Nova style dash! I have always thought this was a better (cleaner) way to go!! :thumbsup:

[fleetus macmullitz]

I REALLY like the Nova style dash! I have always thought this was a better (cleaner) way to go!! :thumbsup:

I never liked the 'himp' (Inspector Clouseau ref.) in the middle, I like the cleaner look as well.

[fleetus macmullitz]

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/017.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/018.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/019.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/020.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/021.jpg

[tones2SS]

What a car.
Thanks for posting Skip!!:thumbsup:

[Steve1968LS2]

http://i49.tinypic.com/1535v6d.jpg

[cdushane]

Who's the lucky one that got to drive this thing around the track? :wow:

[Steve1968LS2]

Who's the lucky one that got to drive this thing around the track? :wow:

The owner Mike Manning who took delivery on the Friday of the event.. :yes:

[fleetus macmullitz]

What a car.
Thanks for posting Skip!!:thumbsup:

You're welcome Tony. Glad Charlie took some of the beast.

http://i49.tinypic.com/1535v6d.jpg

Nice pic Steve.

Got any more you can post?

[Headlines]

i have a couple i can post tommorow

[fleetus macmullitz]

i have a couple i can post tommorow

Saw your pics in the other thread. :thumbsup:

[Ron Fox]

Killer ride! Must be fun to drive.

Anyone know what type of seats are in the car?

[fleetus macmullitz]

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/MManning-450L4.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/MManning-449L.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/MManning-460L.jpg
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/MManning-456L.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/MManning-455L.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/MManning-453L1.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/MManning-457L.jpg

[fleetus macmullitz]

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/motorstate-10-165L.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/motorstate-10-084L.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/motorstate-10-073L.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/motorstate-10-035L.jpg

[Stuart Adams]

Makes my eyes smile

[tones2SS]

I love this shot!!! Look at all that eye candy!!:wow: :faint: :hail:

[fleetus macmullitz]

Speaking of eye candy...

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/MManning-409L.jpg

[Flash68]

Best lookin Camaro out there right now... IMO :)

[fleetus macmullitz]

Best lookin Camaro out there right now... IMO :)

Agreed.

Plus, dark gray is the new brown.



:lol:

[awr68]

Agreed.

Plus, dark gray is the new brown.



:lol:

Hey.......................................:lol:

Anyone know the paint code/color of this car?

[Vegas69]

Very nice, but far from my favorite.

[Nine Ball]

I'm a sucker for gray cars, currently owning three myself. Michael and DSE, you guys came out with a knockout here. Can't wait to see it in person.

Tony

[tones2SS]

I'm a sucker for gray cars,

Tony


I would never have guessed Tony!!! lol:thumbsup: :cheers:

[Flash68]

Very nice, but far from my favorite.

So does that mean your own car is your favorite? :lol:

[Vegas69]

Of course...:lol: It's a masterpiece, don't take it wrong. There are some other cars that suit my style better that's all. :unibrow:

[Flash68]

Of course...:lol: It's a masterpiece, don't take it wrong. There are some other cars that suit my style better that's all. :unibrow:

Oh I hear ya... and even tho I hate to admit this to ya, yours is right up there too. My tastes and preferences for drivetrain and styling have changed since my Camaro was sold.

[awr68]

I'm a sucker for gray cars,
Tony

Yeah.....me too!! :yes: Must go with the name Tony! :cheers:

[tones2SS]

Of course...:lol: It's a masterpiece, don't take it wrong.

As much as I have TONS of respect for those guys at DSE, I have to agree with Todd. His car is my current favorite.:bow: :cheers:

[Flash68]

As much as I have TONS of respect for those guys at DSE, I have to agree with Todd. His car is my current favorite.:bow: :cheers:

Hey now don't go strokin Todd's ego like that.... like he needs it. :D

[Vegas69]

For the record, I was saying Manning's Camaro is a masterpiece. Thanks for the compliments. Back to the regularly scheduled programming.

[fleetus macmullitz]

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/MManning-409L.jpg

A number of similarities with 'Notorious' and it works IMO

...thought that 'metal strip through the taillights' treatment looked familiar.

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Rad%20Rides/7-22-08122.jpg

Looks like they flipped the colors on the wheels.

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Rad%20Rides/MManning-391L.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Rad%20Rides/IMG_2448.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Rad%20Rides/motorstate-10-059L.jpg

[fleetus macmullitz]

Featured Vehicle: ‘One Nasty-Looking’ 1969 Chevy Camaro

Posted By Ashley Majeski-Smissen, June 10, 2010

"Sinister functionality” is the term Michael P. Manning uses to describe the concept of his 1969 Camaro. Since the day the original concept of the car was formulated, he knew one thing: it had to be a menacing muscle car.
“I was into the Trans-Am series and [am] a big fan of Mark Donohue,” he said. “1969 was a banner year for the team and I wanted to do a No. 6 recreation.
“My original concept was to produce a car with an immediate ‘bad boy’ look,” said Manning, who is president of electrical and wiring company American Autowire.
Manning knew what he wanted and set out to find a build team that could bring his concept to reality.
“I had just met Kyle and Stacy Tucker [owners of Detroit Speed] at an NSRA show where they had showed me [the company’s] ‘Twister Camaro,’” said Manning. “[I thought] bingo! We’re on the same page.”
The trio agreed to work together to build Manning the muscle car he had envisioned.


(http://www.hotrodandrestoration.com/photo-galleries/featured-vehicle-%e2%80%98one-nasty-looking%e2%80%99-1969-chevy-camaro/attachment/manning-front-close/)Detroit Speed built a custom "SS" hood for the Camaro.

“Detroit Speed (DSE) was just beginning the development of its hydroformed front subframe and Quadra-Link rear suspension,” said Manning. “My Camaro became the prototype mule for that development.”
Though he stayed close to his original concept for the car, after buying a Z06 Corvette he was so impressed with its performance that he decided to make a bold change in his Camaro’s concept. The car still had to have a sinister look, but now it also had to be functional.
“No bling. No add-on stuff. No chrome,” said Manning. “If it wasn’t functional, it didn’t go in or on the car.
“Being a functional racer, it needed to look and act like it belonged on the track,” he said. “Sitting still, it needed to look like it just came off the track.”
The Camaro was purchased from one of Manning’s dealers in New York and, though it was in sad shape, it still had its original GM quarters and fenders.
“The car was hurt, but that never mattered, as we knew it was going to be ripped apart,” said Manning.
Detroit Speed started the ground-up restoration, formulating a slew of custom parts for the Camaro, including a custom “SS” hood and a low-rise rear spoiler.

(http://www.hotrodandrestoration.com/photo-galleries/featured-vehicle-%e2%80%98one-nasty-looking%e2%80%99-1969-chevy-camaro/attachment/manning-eng-003/)A GM LS7 sits under the car's hood, along with a T56 six-speed tranny.

“The custom bumpers and spoiler were subtle changes to the overall style of the car,” said Manning. “The 1969 body is so distinctive that we never wanted to drastically change the look.”
The front and rear bumpers were recessed and tucked, and Detroit Speed body and frame parts were added, as was a Ford 9-inch rear with 3.70:1 ratio. Under the hood, the team installed a GM LS7 engine and many other custom parts, including fuel rails, coils and valve covers.
The car, which took about two years to build, was painted in a Dark Titanium Pearl color to give it a sleek and wicked look.
When the car was complete, the Tuckers brought it to the 2010 Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show to surprise Manning. It was unveiled in front of a crowd of hot rodders, all eager to see the beast under the sheet.
Manning said he knew that he had achieved the look he wanted for the car one day after he brought it home.
“We were sitting in a street-side bistro and the Camaro was parked across the street,” he said. “No one in the bistro knew the car belonged to me. Two gentlemen were sitting behind us and one says to the other, ‘look at that Camaro. That is one nasty-looking car.’ The other one added, ‘There’s no way I want to mess with that!’ That pretty much sums up.”


(http://www.hotrodandrestoration.com/photo-galleries/featured-vehicle-%e2%80%98one-nasty-looking%e2%80%99-1969-chevy-camaro/attachment/manning-int-001/)The Camaro features modified Recaro Specialist front seats.

Stat Sheet:
Car: 1969 Chevy Camaro
Owner: Michael P. Manning of American Autowire
Location: Bellmawr, New Jersey
Builders: Detroit Speed, Inc., Mooresville, North Carolina
Interior: The car has custom rear seats and door panels, as well as a custom DSE dash with AutoMeter gauges. The console was done by Chuck Hanna of Hot Rod Interiors in Mooresville, North Carolina.
Powertrain: The car is powered by a GM LS7 engine and a T56 six-speed transmission. It also has a custom Petersen dry sump tank.
Body & Frame: A Detroit Speed hydroformed front subframe was used, as well as the company’s Quadra-Link 4-Link rear suspension, frame rail connectors, Deep Tubs, firewall fill plate and a custom six-point roll cage.
Tires: Goodrich tires, (KDW-2 NT, 275/35/18 front, 335/30/18 rears)
Wheels: Fikse Profil 13, 18 x 10 (front), 18 x 12 (rear)
Paint: The build team used the Dark Titanium Pearl paint color that was used on the 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Other Features: The Camaro features an American Autowire electrical system, an ididit steering column and a Vintage Air Gen IV air conditioning system. A low-rise rear spoiler was also added to the car, as were custom bumpers.


http://www.hotrodandrestoration.com/photo-galleries/featured-vehicle-%E2%80%98one-nasty-looking%E2%80%99-1969-chevy-camaro/

[gz06cam]

Everyone has been really supportive of this new car. I had just 3 hours behind the wheel before we hit the track at Gingerman. I was quite happy as the car is really quite predictable. However, I wish I had more seat time before the event. Respectable, but there is always room to improve. All the people at the Motor State event were top shelf. Many of you know the players but if you don't personally, I can say that they are all real regular, approachable people just out to have a good time and enjoy their cars. We all love new ideas and technology as well as style themes. Everyone has a different take. Mine is not for everyone, but I will say that everyone has had nothing but complements. I don't comment much on the forums as I am always careful not to show any bias by American Autowire. Better yet, if you all remember the wiring fire rumor you know how things can get out of hand. We are going to be at Columbus with the car and I will do my best to spend as little time in the American Autowire booth as possible to enjoy the car with all friends, fans, customers, supporters, etc. Again, thanks for all the positive feedback.

[gz06cam]

Thanks for the photo coverage. It was great. I can't admit how crazy I was when I realized that I left my Camera in the room before we went to Gingerman. So, you helped the coverage.

Thanks again,
Michael

[Headlines]

Mike

Was great to spend some time hanging with you and crew

Cant wait to see all the pics rob has done for you

The car is OFF THE HOOK cool

Marc

[fleetus macmullitz]

Great pics Marc. :thumbsup:

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/2.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/1.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/3.jpg

[Stuart Adams]

Very nice car indeed. Love the color.

[MarkM66]

What's the button on the steering wheel for?

[Headlines]

What's the button on the steering wheel for?


I would guess ejection seat for nagging wife LOL

Just kidding LOL

[tones2SS]

That middle pic is the money shot for sure!! VERY NICE!
Love the stance.:yes:

[fleetus macmullitz]

This car makes me feel smarter just looking at it. :cool:

[gz06cam]

Guys and girls,

The money shot for Kyle is the first one. How about the logo big as life above the car. I wish my own American Autowire logo was there. Perhaps a Photoshop exercise is in line. The red button on the wheel is in fact the ejection seat button. However it doubles as a shot gun blast if you hold the button down. In reality, it is the horn button. The steering wheel is removable, so the button is used with a plug in the column hub.

[Teetoe_Jones]

Hahahah! Check that LeMans style ignition key! What a cool car.

Tyler

[gz06cam]

Tyler,

That ignition key is the only part we should have put a little glamore to. All the keys were on the same cheap ring. I should have had only one key with the others in my pocket. Oh well.

Michael

[Teetoe_Jones]

I'm not knocking it! I'm loving it! I think it's the small details like that that make the overall execution killer.
The people at DSE know how to make a 1st gen Camaro.

Tyler

[XcYZ]

I would guess ejection seat for nagging wife LOL

Just kidding LOL

:lol: No, wait. :_paranoid Yeah, it was :lol:

[Headlines]

Guys and girls,

The money shot for Kyle is the first one. How about the logo big as life above the car. I wish my own American Autowire logo was there. Perhaps a Photoshop exercise is in line. The red button on the wheel is in fact the ejection seat button. However it doubles as a shot gun blast if you hold the button down. In reality, it is the horn button. The steering wheel is removable, so the button is used with a plug in the column hub.


Somthing like this mike ????

[tones2SS]

The people at DSE know how to make a 1st gen Camaro.

:yes:

[Stuart Adams]

I'm not knocking it! I'm loving it! I think it's the small details like that that make the overall execution killer.
The people at DSE know how to make a 1st gen Camaro.

Tyler

I don't think what you said was anyway knocking the car.

[fleetus macmullitz]

Somthing like this mike ????

Nice touch. :thumbsup:

[fleetus macmullitz]

These shots from Columbus were taken by Marty M. Rumor has it his camera also has full-time AWD. :unibrow:

More from Marty here: http://www.garagescene.net/gallery2/v/Events/2010GGColumbus/

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/201007-09GGColumbus_54_.jpg



http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/201007-09GGColumbus_63_.jpg

[syborg tt]

lol - yep that car was awesome - Rock Solid in my book. I would be overjoyed to drive it like this guy does.

I just wish the trunk was latched when i took the picture.

ps - that's Paul and his Dad in the background looking at the car.

These shots from Columbus were taken by Marty M. Rumor has it his camera also has full-time AWD. :unibrow:

More from Marty here: http://www.garagescene.net/gallery2/v/Events/2010GGColumbus/

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/201007-09GGColumbus_54_.jpg



http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/201007-09GGColumbus_63_.jpg

[Jr]

I just noticed that this Camaro does not have a DSE closeout panel. Does anyone know why they are not running the closeout panel?

This car is top notch from front to back!

[fleetus macmullitz]

I also like this one you took Marty.

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/201007-09GGColumbus_61_.jpg

[syborg tt]

face it - it's hard not like a good rear end

I also like this one you took Marty.

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/201007-09GGColumbus_61_.jpg

[syborg tt]

The only thing i can think is the fact that the car was built to be driven and driven hard. So thy may have left it off so they can get to the cooler below if there is a problem.

I just noticed that this Camaro does not have a DSE closeout panel. Does anyone know why they are not running the closeout panel?

This car is top notch from front to back!

[fleetus macmullitz]

More from Marty

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/201007-09GGColumbus_56_.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/201007-09GGColumbus_57_.jpg

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/201007-09GGColumbus_59_.jpg

[Stuart Adams]

I just noticed that this Camaro does not have a DSE closeout panel. Does anyone know why they are not running the closeout panel?

This car is top notch from front to back!

They put the car together the way the customer wants it. They will run it if u want to.

Looks real straight to me, cool car.

[syborg tt]

man i take a lot of pictures

[fleetus macmullitz]

man i take a lot of pictures

Kingmakers rarely take few...




:lol:

[fleetus macmullitz]

From DSE...

They've got a bunch of Columbus pics here:

http://www.detroitspeed.com/news_events/columbus10.htm


http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/Manning%20Camaro/columbus-gen-10-098L.jpg

[DOOM]

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Mr Manning.......... Thats one beautiful automobile!!!!!:hail: