The difference between a SS & Z28?

[i2disturbedSS]

Originally Posted by 96CamaroSS

not sure if srs.

hmmm

[i2disturbedSS]

Im just joking if you are serious ...

http://www.chevrolet.com/camaro-z28-track-car.html

and vs a SS/1LE...

http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/..._make_the_car/

And if you don't know the difference of a 1LE and a standard SS--

SS 1LE Performance Package
This SS 1LE Performance Package bears the iconic 1LE option code that is a Camaro® legend. This competition-ready package includes:

• 20" x 10" front and 20" x 11" rear aluminum wheels with a 10-spoke design from the ZL1® and a low-gloss Black finish
• 285/35ZR20 Goodyear® Eagle® Supercar® Generation 2 performance summer-only tires1, front and rear
• Performance Ride and Handling suspension with front and rear stabilizer bars for excellent body control and vehicle responsiveness
• TREMEC® 6-speed manual transmission with a 3.91 final-drive axle ratio
• Unique rear spoiler
• Sueded microfiber-wrapped, flat bottom steering wheel and shift knob

(chevy.com)

[Indydriver]

The great thing about the Camaro lineup is that GM is willing to create performance variants that will sell to as few as 500 individuals (Z28). Heck, they sold less than 2500 total ZL1s and a similar number of 1LEs. Most auto manufacturers would look at those numbers and pull the plug, especially given the big negative these vehicles contribute to CAFE limits, carbon nonsense etc. So, I for one, want to give Chevrolet a big standing for continuing to build vehicles for the very small niche of extreme performance buyers.

Thank you, GM. I hope this doesn't change with Gen6.

[srgibson74]

umm I have had a 2003 z06 with mods and a 2007 z06 I am quite familiar with sports car but had not read up on the z28...sorry

['01LS1]

Originally Posted by srgibson74

umm I have had a 2003 z06 with mods and a 2007 z06 I am quite familiar with sports car but had not read up on the z28...sorry

Probably the best quick review that I have seen. Yes there are more in depth reviews. But this hits the target points & lets you know the car is for a specific market.

[Ernest T]

Originally Posted by PalmerGA

Yeah... that's pretty ridiculous. If I was a track racer with lots of playing around money, I'd go for the Z28 without hesitation. But I'm not either of those things and, IMHO, anyone who buys a Z28 to drive regularly on the street only is just screaming "Hey, look at me, I have a $75k sports car". That's fine for them, but I think it is pure ego at work.

And who would drive around in a $75k car with a AM/FM radio with one speaker and no A/C? That's just nuts. I know, you can option them to suit, but then you take a little away from the track performance.

My SS is all the car (and more) than I need. I love it!

99% of the people who look at a Z28 either don't know or won't notice what they are looking at besides another Camaro.

[i2disturbedSS]

Originally Posted by srgibson74

umm I have had a 2003 z06 with mods and a 2007 z06 I am quite familiar with sports car but had not read up on the z28...sorry

Most of us was just poking fun. Don't take it to heart. Doesn't matter what you drive this is a good place to start for info. Stick around and have a look around

[Manbearpig]

*stares*.

Just get the Vette.

[Wizard1183]

Originally Posted by PalmerGA

Yeah... that's pretty ridiculous. If I was a track racer with lots of playing around money, I'd go for the Z28 without hesitation. But I'm not either of those things and, IMHO, anyone who buys a Z28 to drive regularly on the street only is just screaming "Hey, look at me, I have a $75k sports car". That's fine for them, but I think it is pure ego at work.

And who would drive around in a $75k car with a AM/FM radio with one speaker and no A/C? That's just nuts. I know, you can option them to suit, but then you take a little away from the track performance.

My SS is all the car (and more) than I need. I love it!

I would! And I live in Louisiana! The heartbeat of hell lol Not like if use it as a DD anyway. I can take the heat as most of my vehicles prior to 2002 had no AC anyway. Lol

[crc91]

Originally Posted by Wizard1183

I would! And I live in Louisiana! The heartbeat of hell lol Not like if use it as a DD anyway. I can take the heat as most of my vehicles prior to 2002 had no AC anyway. Lol

I'm from LA too! Nice car

[Ernest T]

Originally Posted by xvjfjxfgt

For 30K what exactly is the difference? And why wouldn't you just by a corvette for the same price?

Well...you don't get an air conditioner! Really, except for the interior, most of the differences are under the car and the hood so you don't see it. Brakes, suspension, and engine.

[zdfzh]

For 30K what exactly is the difference? And why wouldn't you just by a corvette for the same price?

[gajagfan]

May I suggest the 1LE option as a nice compromise? By no means a Z/28, but much more than a standard SS as far as handling. Just a thought......

[cmracing]

Bought my RS/SS instead of a new Corvette, since I already have a Corvette, don't need two of them. Well, maybe................