ZL1 worth the extra over the 2ss?

vexeclipse2007 · 10-13-2022, 01:49 PM

I will not track the car. With that said is it worth spending the extra 20-25k more for the zl1?

Camaro1973 · 10-13-2022, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by vexeclipse2007

I will not track the car. With that said is it worth spending the extra 20-25k more for the zl1?

Yep ( if you want the power and forged internals) And this topic has been beat to death.

Algeron · 10-13-2022, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by vexeclipse2007

I will not track the car. With that said is it worth spending the extra 20-25k more for the zl1?

I just went from 16 2SS to a 23 ZL1. I really wish I made the switch sooner.

ST1LE · 10-13-2022, 01:59 PM

Only you can make that decision. I really dislike the refreshed head lights, and love the look of the ZL1.

Worth it for me, but if I liked the looks of the SS....I would NOT be buying a ZL1. Mine will be street driven and I think the SS motor has plenty of power.

Algeron · 10-13-2022, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by ST1LE

Only you can make that decision. I really dislike the refreshed head lights, and love the look of the ZL1.

Worth it for me, but if I liked the looks of the SS....I would NOT be buying a ZL1. Mine will be street driven and I think the SS motor has plenty of power.

This was another factor for me. I loved the look of the 16-18 2SS. Not a fan of the new front end and hood. I can live with the tail lamps. ZL1 having the 16-18 headlights gives me a similar look.

SOCAL.M6.ZLE · 10-13-2022, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by vexeclipse2007

I will not track the car. With that said is it worth spending the extra 20-25k more for the zl1?

For me... 110%
Although this is a purely subjective topic.

Just make sure to save some mods for the ZL1. because like most cars, there are always improvements to be made... these cars LOVE E85, and bolt ons... soon enough the motor will be pulled and you'll be doing a cam swap, ported blower / heads... oh wait...

DangerZL1 · 10-13-2022, 02:17 PM

If you can afford the ZL1, then I'd say yes. I haven't seen anyone in this forum say they wish they'd of bought an SS over their ZL1.

I don't feel the need to modify it and make it any faster than it is and it puts a smile on my face every time I hear it start it up and drive it.

2SS Capt · 10-13-2022, 02:23 PM

I asked myself the same question 3 years ago. Since I had 0 intention of ever tracking the car, I felt the ZL1 would be overkill for the streets (even though I love the front grill and hood of the ZL1) and felt the $20-$25k would be better didn't elsewhere (even though I could have easily afforded the ZL1)). Been very happy with my 2SS, love the look and it has plenty of power for the streets..

Gunkk · 10-13-2022, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by vexeclipse2007

I will not track the car. With that said is it worth spending the extra 20-25k more for the zl1?

Oh hell yes!

Six-Hundred Fifty Horsepower Convertible!!!

arpad_m · 10-13-2022, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Algeron

I just went from 16 2SS to a 23 ZL1. I really wish I made the switch sooner.

Why, if I may ask? Specifically, what is significantly better with the new ZL1? Please don't say "everything"

, is it the extra power, handling, maybe the new infotainment (which is not really ZL1-specific), or something else...?

Jus Cruisin · 10-13-2022, 02:58 PM

Looks and power for me. I didn't even consider any other Camaro. You don't need to go 100 mph to enjoy the power. It can be enjoyed at less mph. I also owned /rode a ZX14 for a couple of years. They can break any speed limit without ever shifting out of 1st gear.

Future1LE · 10-13-2022, 03:27 PM

I switched from the SS 1LE to a ZL1 1LE. 2 reason for the change. 1st reason is the look, ZL1 to me is just a more aggressive looking car. 2nd reason was because I knew I will want more power in the future and did not want to go thru the process of building the bottom end. So yes the difference was worth it for me.

ST1LE · 10-13-2022, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Future1LE

I switched from the SS 1LE to a ZL1 1LE. 2 reason for the change. 1st reason is the look, ZL1 to me is just a more aggressive looking car. 2nd reason was because I knew I will want more power in the future and did not want to go thru the process of building the bottom end. So yes the difference was worth it for me.

This is a good point. The LT4 is much more than a supercharged LT1.

HemiDave · 10-13-2022, 05:21 PM

Yes, it's worth the extra coin.

10-13-2022, 01:49 PM	#1
vexeclipse2007 Drives: 2023 ZL1 vivid Orange Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Swansboro NC Posts: 55	ZL1 worth the extra over the 2ss? I will not track the car. With that said is it worth spending the extra 20-25k more for the zl1?

10-13-2022, 01:59 PM	#4
ST1LE Drives: E92 BMW M3 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Houston Posts: 4,496	Only you can make that decision. I really dislike the refreshed head lights, and love the look of the ZL1. Worth it for me, but if I liked the looks of the SS....I would NOT be buying a ZL1. Mine will be street driven and I think the SS motor has plenty of power. __________________ SOLD - 2013 1LE - Pat G Spec'd Cam, NPP with 1 7/8" Long Tube Headers with High Flow Cats, Intake w/scoop, Ported Throttle Body, and Apex 1.25" Lowering Springs. J-Rod Built and Matt@FSP Tuned

10-13-2022, 02:23 PM	#8
2SS Capt 2020 Shadow Gray 2SS Drives: 2020 2SS - A10, NPP, MRC, CAI Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: SoCal Posts: 3,035	I asked myself the same question 3 years ago. Since I had 0 intention of ever tracking the car, I felt the ZL1 would be overkill for the streets (even though I love the front grill and hood of the ZL1) and felt the $20-$25k would be better didn't elsewhere (even though I could have easily afforded the ZL1)). Been very happy with my 2SS, love the look and it has plenty of power for the streets.. __________________ 2020 SGM 2SS - A10, NPP, MRC, Red Calipers, Black Camaro Fender Badge, Footwell Lighting *Added after delivery:* - GMP CAI, GMP Black Strut Tower Brace, MRR017 1LE Wheels, SS Armrest, Black Fuel Door, Stainless Sport Pedals, SS Wheel Caps, Black Lugs/Locks, GM Splash Guards, DD Smoked LED Markers, Smoked Rear Reflectors, Mishimoto Catch Can, Xpel PPF - Full Front, SunTek 35% Tint, CeramicPro coating, RST Stainless Brake Lines, Castrol SRF, MSD Super Conductor Wires *Left: My "fun" ride. Right: My "work" ride: a Gulfstream G600. One's top speed is 180 Mph, the other, 620 Mph...* Last edited by 2SS Capt; 10-14-2022 at 12:01 AM.

10-13-2022, 02:58 PM	#11
Jus Cruisin Old Gearhead Drives: 2023 GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: MI Posts: 546	Looks and power for me. I didn't even consider any other Camaro. You don't need to go 100 mph to enjoy the power. It can be enjoyed at less mph. I also owned /rode a ZX14 for a couple of years. They can break any speed limit without ever shifting out of 1st gear. __________________ 2023 Camaro ZL1 convertible - black - SOLD 2023 GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate - black

10-13-2022, 05:21 PM	#14
HemiDave Drives: ZLE/DEMON/GLADIATOR/GSXR1000R/ZX10R Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: New York Posts: 438	Yes, it's worth the extra coin. __________________ 2018 Dodge Demon #1399 2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon 6 speed manual 2023 ZL1 1LE 6 speed manual ************************* 2018 Suzuki GSXR 1000R 2021 Kawasaki ZX10R

10-13-2022, 02:17 PM	#7
DangerZL1 Drives: 2023 Black ZL1 Auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: FEMA Region 4 Posts: 2,935	If you can afford the ZL1, then I'd say yes. I haven't seen anyone in this forum say they wish they'd of bought an SS over their ZL1. I don't feel the need to modify it and make it any faster than it is and it puts a smile on my face every time I hear it start it up and drive it.

10-13-2022, 03:27 PM	#12
Future1LE Drives: 2020 Chevy Camaro ZL1 1LE Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Earth Posts: 108	I switched from the SS 1LE to a ZL1 1LE. 2 reason for the change. 1st reason is the look, ZL1 to me is just a more aggressive looking car. 2nd reason was because I knew I will want more power in the future and did not want to go thru the process of building the bottom end. So yes the difference was worth it for me.

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