2011 Camaro 2SS Convertible Doc Watson 450SS W Machine Prototype

Designed by legendary vehicle developer Jack "Doc"
Watson, his is the prototype development vehicle for
the Camaro convertiblile built to
commemorate the 100th Anniversary of General Motors in 2011. This is a chance to obtain a true colletor car!
Special cladding, achined 20" Hurst Wheels with Pirelli P. Zero 245/45/ZR20 Front 305/35/ZR20 Rear Tires,
Hurst shifter
and an exclusive graphic, aint and badging package,
make this 100th Anniversary W-Machine a truly unique
collectible. The vehicle has only been used for events,
shows and parades and maintains a full GM Warranty.
Engine: 6.2L 450 HP LS3 V8 Corvette Engine
Transmission: 6-speed automatic
Exterior Color: Black
Interior Color: Black
Options/Extras: W-Machine graphic package,
ground effects package, 28 rear spoiler.
Sunday June 26th during the Sloan Museum during the Sloan Museum
Summer Auto Fair, ehicle developer Jack
"Doc" Watson, nveiled the prototype
W Machine development vehicle for
Camaro convertibles built to commemorate
the 100th Anniversary of General Motors HISTORY. TODAY.
When the 4-4-2 arrived, Doc" Watson was there; for the Rallye 350, he Hurst/Olds, he legendary W-Machines and just about any other Oldsmobile performance venture during the muscle car era. Watson was an independent engineer who had been accomplishing exciting vehicle projects for GM Senior Executives, emon "Bunkie" Knudsen and Ed Cole.
It was the 60's and new dimensions in all matter of life were in the air. John Beltz was an engineer at Oldsmobile and Ed Cole, resident of General Motors, ad noticed Beltz's talent and passion for cars. So, ole began grooming Beltz for a continued rise through the ranks, ossibly even to succeed Cole himself. Cole introduced "Doc" to Beltz as a "Special Consultant that could "GET THINGS DONE" and tasked the two of them to move Oldsmobile out of 12th in Industry ranking.
Beltz later became Oldsmobile's General Manager and his relationship with Watson produced a good part of the Oldsmobile performance canon. Watson perpetually requested Beltz to resurrect the "J" prefix for high-performance parts (such as the J - 2 Tri-Power engines of the late 1950s). But, eltz chose W for the performance option prefixes, nd directed Watson to create a W-Machine company, eltz explained, So every time I'm in trouble for being over budget. . .. . .. I'll remember Watson did it to me!" Thus, e now celebrate the W - 30 instead of the J - 30, nd the legend of the W -- Machines began.
By April 1969, eltz and Watson celebrated the fact that Oldsmobile had moved from twelfth in sales to third; they had more than accomplished the task given to them by Mr. Cole. Indeed, t was likely for that reason that Beltz and "Doc" fostered a special vehicle and engineering group for Oldsmobile that worked on a series of exotic experimental V -- 8s featuring hemispherical combustion chambers, ingle overhead camshafts, ual overhead camshafts, luminum construction and forced induction, nd it is this spirit of Teamwork, xcellence and Innovation that exist today at Dreamakers.
Sadly, ohn Beltz's promising career at GM was cut short when he died of pancreatic cancer in May, 972 at the age of 46, ust as he and Doc made history with the legendary 1972 Hurst/Olds pace car program. Doc continued the mission he developed with Beltz and his devotion to excellence, uality and passion for a purpose. Today Dreamakers is dedicated to turning products and technology like the "W" Machines.
Vehicle Identification Number: 2G1FK3DJ1B9198579
Manufacturer Identification Number: W001CVBAPDX
Date of Manufacture: 6th of May, 011
Make / Model: Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible
Variant: W-Machine
Body Color(s): Black with Firefrost Gold
Trim Color(s)/Material: Black / sueded microfiber
Original Dealer -- Country: WATSON / USA
Base vehicle: Chevrolet SS Camaro Convertible
Vehicle layout: Front-engine, WD, -pass, -door convertible
Engine: 6.2L 16-valve V-8; 450-hp / 420-lb-ft torqueAutomatic 6 speed
Curb weight: 4,015 lb (mfr)
Wheelbase: 112.3 in
Dimensions: 192.3 L x 76.9 W x 52.4 H in.
EPA: city/hwy fuel econ 16/24
Production Volume: development vehicle
* Development design utilizing proprietary black with gold and clear paint application
* Front Air Splitter
* Rocker Panel Aero Cladding
* Rear Lower Valance
* Rear Blade Wing
* Painted Engine Cover / Intake Housing
* 20" Five Spoke Gold Wheels (5W6 Wheel)
* Pirelli PZero Performance tires
* Performance Engine Enhancement -- Does not change EPA
* Dual Mode Exhaust (manual transmission)
* Strut tower brace
* W-Machine Badging (front fenders / rear panel)
* Engine Identification Badging
* Seat Embroidery
* Console Plaque
* Hurst W-Machine Gear Selector Shift Knob
Sadly as everybody knows Doc has passed on
This is a chance to own a real collector car that you can enjoy with the chance for it to increase in value. a $2000.00 Deposit wired or cash in person is required at the end of the auctio, do have a business license, nbsp;for more information contact Ron Phone 248-495-0777publishedit textedit map