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zr1chris · 05-06-2018, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by pogie_boy

I really wanted to vote 2018 1LE as I sorta love buying new cars, but a couple of your points stuck out for me.

Car Meets, not a Daily Driver, did you say maybe a vert or was that someone else?

I can't imagine anything being quite as cool as the looks you'd get pulling onto the grass in a pasture at a car meet in a convertible '15 zl1... And then hammering out gears 1 - 3 on the way out to head for ice cream.

I didn't mention a vert but did say I'd love to have a targa top with the GS.

It basically comes down to..... new (1le) vs big power (ZL1) vs targa top and best looks imo (GS)

In the end I think it's just going to be the one that's most fun to drive.

Welker2 · 05-06-2018, 04:30 PM

You are on a Camaro forum, of course most people here are going to vote one version or the other of the Camaro. Jump over to the Corvette forum, post the same poll and see what happens. I could be wrong, but I would guess many of those answering your poll here have never driven a Corvette, more specifically a GS let alone owned one; just as I'm sure the same would hold true in reverse on Corvette forum.

Beyond all of that, there isn't a bad choice on your list. You should go test drive the various vehicles you've listed and buy the one you like the most ... Our opinions & reasons for choosing one over the are based on our experiences, preferences, biases, etc. Good luck in your decision

zr1chris · 05-30-2018, 08:47 AM

Well I finally got to test drive 1 of my 3 choices. Got to test drive a new 1LE at my local dealer. I found it better than my car in almost every way.

Interior is way better except I didn't find the seat all that comfortable and also found it a little akward getting in and out of.

The exhaust sounds 100 times better once the valves open up.

The handling was where the biggest wow factor for me came from. That thing handled way better than I expected. Very impressive for sure.

The clutch I found very touchy taking off in first. I am coming from an auto and it's been over 10 years since I last owned a manual so might have just been a case of needing to get used to it.

We did do a little number crunching just to see where I stood and how much I could actually get it for and it was a little higher than what I want to spend. They offered 20k for mine and still wanted another 20k plus tax, tag, title and like 2k in other fees.

In closing as good as it was I didn't feel like it was worth more than double what my car is worth.

Outlaw77 · 05-30-2018, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by UBB

Mod your SS into a street beast

redcoats1976 · 05-30-2018, 04:57 PM

if you arent getting the vette,id keep your current car.

zr1chris · 05-30-2018, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by redcoats1976

if you arent getting the vette,id keep your current car.

I've been leaning heavily towards the Vette and even more now after having eliminated the 1LE...

gringo · 05-31-2018, 12:15 AM

Why not get a Z28? N/A LS7 is pretty nice.

zr1chris · 05-31-2018, 03:33 AM

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Originally Posted by gringo

Why not get a Z28? N/A LS7 is pretty nice.

I don't want to spend that much. I could get a 06-09 Z06 for $10k less.

WoodBoss · 05-31-2018, 08:19 AM

Here is the one I would buy if I was in the market for a ZL1

https://greenville.craigslist.org/ct...601469246.html

J Rod · 05-31-2018, 09:34 AM

E.) None of the above

2015 Vette w/ 17k miles for under 40k, yes please!

zr1chris · 05-31-2018, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by J Rod

E.) None of the above

2015 Vette w/ 17k miles for under 40k, yes please!

I actually have begun looking at the C7 as a possibility but still seems to be a bit out of my reach in price. Lowest I'm seeing around me is 37ish and that's with over 40k miles and even that's pretty rare right now. I might be able to find them a bit cheaper towards the end of the year if I haven't found a C6 GS yet.

YELLR1LE · 05-31-2018, 10:00 AM

Go for the red ZL1 posted in the for sale section its priced well has low miles is manual and has the wheels you prefer. Then sell your car

ndnashlenz · 05-31-2018, 11:18 AM

Wait for the 2019 Camaro if you like that style or wait for the C8 Corvette but 40k is a lot i would shop around and see what other dealers have to offer.

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1LEJNG · 05-31-2018, 01:32 PM

Get some nice wheels and new tires. It will make your camaro seem like new.

View Poll Results: What should I buy?
12-13 Grand Sport	24	12.18%
14-15 ZL1	72	36.55%
18 1SS 1LE (new)	51	25.89%
just keep my 2010 2SS	50	25.38%
Voters: 197. You may not vote on this poll

05-06-2018, 04:30 PM	#30
Welker2 Ret AF, cancer survivor Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS & 2006 Corvette Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Mesquite, NV Posts: 2,741 View My Garage	You are on a Camaro forum, of course most people here are going to vote one version or the other of the Camaro. Jump over to the Corvette forum, post the same poll and see what happens. I could be wrong, but I would guess many of those answering your poll here have never driven a Corvette, more specifically a GS let alone owned one; just as I'm sure the same would hold true in reverse on Corvette forum. Beyond all of that, there isn't a bad choice on your list. You should go test drive the various vehicles you've listed and buy the one you like the most ... Our opinions & reasons for choosing one over the are based on our experiences, preferences, biases, etc. Good luck in your decision __________________

05-31-2018, 09:34 AM	#38
J Rod Drives: '14 BRM 1LE 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Ft. Wayne, IN Posts: 801	E.) None of the above 2015 Vette w/ 17k miles for under 40k, yes please! __________________ *592 HP/590 TQ* LSA Blower w/ 2.45 Griptec, Reinforced Brick, FIC 1000 injectors, JRE FPCM, LFP Dual Pass HX, ZL1 IC pump, RotoFab CAI, Bo White TB, Coated Stainless Power 1-7/8" LTs, NPP, NGK TR7IX, Mighty Mouse Wild CC, AEM X-Series WB, Aeroforce Interceptor, MGW Shifter, Z28 Grill, Gary's Custom ZL1 Rockers, Hero Tails, Tuned by IMC

05-31-2018, 11:18 AM	#41
ndnashlenz Drives: 2019 1SS Crush, 2017 Corolla White Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Mesquite, Texas Posts: 165	Wait for the 2019 Camaro if you like that style or wait for the C8 Corvette but 40k is a lot i would shop around and see what other dealers have to offer. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ Through Christ

05-31-2018, 01:32 PM	#42
1LEJNG Drives: Red Hot 2014 1LE Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 234 View My Garage	Decision Get some nice wheels and new tires. It will make your camaro seem like new.

05-30-2018, 08:47 AM	#31
zr1chris Drives: 2018 Camaro 1SS/1LE Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Port Saint Lucie FL Posts: 1,224	Well I finally got to test drive 1 of my 3 choices. Got to test drive a new 1LE at my local dealer. I found it better than my car in almost every way. Interior is way better except I didn't find the seat all that comfortable and also found it a little akward getting in and out of. The exhaust sounds 100 times better once the valves open up. The handling was where the biggest wow factor for me came from. That thing handled way better than I expected. Very impressive for sure. The clutch I found very touchy taking off in first. I am coming from an auto and it's been over 10 years since I last owned a manual so might have just been a case of needing to get used to it. We did do a little number crunching just to see where I stood and how much I could actually get it for and it was a little higher than what I want to spend. They offered 20k for mine and still wanted another 20k plus tax, tag, title and like 2k in other fees. In closing as good as it was I didn't feel like it was worth more than double what my car is worth.

05-30-2018, 04:57 PM	#33
redcoats1976 Drives: LT W/2LT,blue metallic Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: central florida Posts: 4,923	if you arent getting the vette,id keep your current car.

05-31-2018, 12:15 AM	#35
gringo Account Suspended Drives: Camaro V6 Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: U.S. Posts: 1,722	Why not get a Z28? N/A LS7 is pretty nice.

05-31-2018, 08:19 AM	#37
WoodBoss "Old School" Drives: 2010 2SS L99 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Sherrills Ford, NC Posts: 1,295	Here is the one I would buy if I was in the market for a ZL1 https://greenville.craigslist.org/ct...601469246.html

05-31-2018, 10:00 AM	#40
YELLR1LE Drives: '13 1LE/1SS Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 97	Go for the red ZL1 posted in the for sale section its priced well has low miles is manual and has the wheels you prefer. Then sell your car