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Old 03-24-2016, 12:02 PM   #309
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I just bought a 2SS, 6-speed, magnetic ride control, dual mode exhaust, power sunroof, and nav for $45k. had to put the sales manager in a headlock and submit him, but we got it done
Awesome, congrats! Way to get the sales manager to tap out too, lol
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Old 03-24-2016, 12:22 PM   #310
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And a lot of people will go to Wal-mart to get their cheaper brands, and that is ok, it will keep the other stores less congested, lol (not that I don't ever shop at Wal-mart but you know what I mean)

My 2 cents is the people that buy these types of cars are looking for a cool, sporty performance car and if it isn't important to spend a thousand or two more for better technology, quality and performance, then that is their choice but it doesn't mean that the Camaro is over priced.

It's just not the very cheapest in it's segment and I for one am thankful that GM went the extra mile and didn't just go with the "same old, same old".
We will see how sales play out.. I believe I am right..thank you!! It comes down to multi thousands less....
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Old 03-24-2016, 12:27 PM   #311
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We will see how sales play out.. I believe I am right..thank you!! It comes down to multi thousands less....
Right for what? Out selling Mustangs? Like has been stated before, that may not be what GM has defined as 'successful' for these.

Of course they want to sell as many as possible but not selling more than "fleet inflated" sales of Mustangs isn't the only determining factor of that.

What I really want to see is if Ford raises the bar and ups the performance, quality and technology of the next Mustang and if they do, you bet that their prices are going up. And then what?
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Old 03-24-2016, 12:36 PM   #312
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Yea, OMG, i'll give poeple a heart attack, yes $48 Your right, I misread his email and that was a good deal.
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Old 03-24-2016, 12:45 PM   #313
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Right for what? Out selling Mustangs? Like has been stated before, that may not be what GM has defined as 'successful' for these.

Of course they want to sell as many as possible but not selling more than "fleet inflated" sales of Mustangs isn't the only determining factor of that.

What I really want to see is if Ford raises the bar and ups the performance, quality and technology of the next Mustang and if they do, you bet that their prices are going up. And then what?
Just like I said---basic V8 transportation sells...when you get too fancy sales WILL fall..we will see in 12 months...
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Old 03-24-2016, 01:00 PM   #314
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Just like I said---basic V8 transportation sells...when you get too fancy sales WILL fall..we will see in 12 months...
"basic V8 transportation sells" But you bought a ZL1....

I hear what your saying and I wouldn't be surprised at all if sales are down compared to the last couple of years, I just don't think that automatically means that the Camaro is over priced. It's not. I think reviews have pretty much showed across the board that it is a very good value for what you are getting.

I guess the question should be changed to "Is the Camaro too overpriced to be the leading selling sports car as of today". Then the answer is probably yes.

There, now this never dying thread can be closed.
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Old 03-24-2016, 01:33 PM   #315
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Old 03-24-2016, 01:36 PM   #316
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Value is one thing....sales are another...Yes I have a Zl1--the 5th gen was a good value..now, not so sure!!
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Old 03-24-2016, 11:16 PM   #317
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Hey guys obviously when you break down the value you get, the price is justified.

But if you just want a badass car and want the V8, you have to admit the price is higher than someone would expect if they didnt know the value of the car.

I went in to test drive a 2SS and its window sticker was 53k beforw the freight other taxes plus our 13% tax bringing the car over the 60k mark.
Now to buy a fully loaded SS back in 2010 was about cheaper. Keep in mind I am using Canadian prices and am assuming the price jumps are similar down in the states.
The point is the price is high....but what is more true is that all prices for any car is now high.
Scatpak charger is 56k
F150 lariat is 68k
So when I thought the price was high, I looked at different options for me since I already have a Camaro and found that all prices have gone up and sure one can say inflation but I dont believe that accounts for the entire difference. Im sure its due to whats included in these vehicles now but one can not say that50-60k is attainable to all.
Sure there is a v6 option and 4 cyl option for those who want to spent 10k less but I remember the days where I could find Mustang GTs for 35k and now theyre in the mid 40s

In the end its a buyers choice to see the value in which car
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Old 03-24-2016, 11:31 PM   #318
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I got the car for 1800 under MSRP or there abouts from a Higher Ed buying plan. I've posted the general link above. The rest were incentives. The dealer tossed in $500 worth of stuff as it was already on the car.
1800 is pretty dang good. I have my dealer down at invoice, $1500 off.
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Old 03-25-2016, 12:20 AM   #319
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This car should have came with front bumper warning system, IMO, for the 2ss price..

One of the biggest things i'm not loving.
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Old 03-25-2016, 02:38 PM   #320
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