2010/11 or 2014/15? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

RaceFuel · 02-04-2016, 08:54 AM

Hey all!

I've been having fun poking around the forums, learning, getting educated on the Camaro and the various aspects of it. I'm looking to buy sometime this summer and I wanted to gain some insight from the Camaro community on which version of the 5th Gen to go after.

My only real requirements are:
Coupe
2SS (not necessarily RS)
Automatic (I have nerve and joint damage in my left ankle that makes clutch modulation problematic)

I know the 2014/15's are a bit heavier than the 2010/11 cars, but beyond that are there any particular pluses or minuses to either version? It looks like the average price difference is about $8,000 or so given similar equipment.
I know the 2011's got the HUD and the 14/15's got MyLink. What I am meaning is cooling issues and such. Suspension isn't really a factor since I'll be replacing it with aFe featherlites and some other goodies.

myold88 · 02-04-2016, 09:42 AM

Why are you apologizing for the automatic? There better imo for several reasons. Don't rule
out a low mileage '10 SS. Mine has been trouble free for almost 7 years, only needing one
tail lamp bulb in all that time. They can be bought now for about $20,000.
Good luck with your search.

Rainbow1616 · 02-04-2016, 09:47 AM

You can't go wrong with either. I'm partial to the 10/11 because I like the old style tail lights. Look at the service records and buy the one you like. You can replace the radio in the older ones but whose to say the My Link is any better? There are always issues with that although mostly minor.
I love My automatic, you don't have to justify one or the other to Us, what ever fits your fancy!

Matt8892 · 02-04-2016, 09:52 AM

Determine which you like the looks of better. There were some changed things obviously between 10 and 13. Hud, different suspension set up, interior dash and steering wheel, body colored antenna, rims, to name a few. I just got a 10 2ss for 24k a few mo the back with 9k miles on it in NJ for reference.

All years were great in my opinion. Although, I feel (and I would have if I could have) go with at least a 12 for some of the better options they added.

gnturboray · 02-04-2016, 09:54 AM

The steering wheels on the 10/11's are better looking

OmarSS · 02-04-2016, 09:57 AM

Get a 2014/15. Also I didnt know those 2 years I mentioned were heavier than the 10-13 models... could anyone plz explain why?

BillyBilly · 02-04-2016, 10:01 AM

10/11 an use the extra money for mods... just my opinion.

RaceFuel · 02-04-2016, 10:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OmarSS

Get a 2014/15. Also I didnt know those 2 years I mentioned were heavier than the 10-13 models... could anyone plz explain why?

From what I read they're about 35lbs heavier due to the changes needed for the ZL1 and drop tops.

justjoshin · 02-04-2016, 10:02 AM

I love my 2010, but if I were in the market looking right now I would probably go for a 14-15. I like the front bumper, hood, suspension, MyLink, and the Z28 style spoiler better. I do like my tail lights but I could live with the later years too.

KaBoom1701 · 02-04-2016, 10:04 AM

2013 models get the best pf both worlds from the early 10-12' rear ends. The 13'+ get the better suspension and updated steering wheel and MyLink goodies.

OmarSS · 02-04-2016, 10:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RaceFuel

From what I read they're about 35lbs heavier due to the changes needed for the ZL1 and drop tops.

Ah gotcha thx!

JLSuperfly · 02-04-2016, 10:05 AM

I would get the car with best value regarding year, mileage, options, condition, and price.

gajagfan · 02-04-2016, 10:08 AM

For what its worth, '13's have MyLink as well.

vinman · 02-04-2016, 10:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KaBoom1701

2013 models get the best pf both worlds from the early 10-12' rear ends. The 13'+ get the better suspension and updated steering wheel and MyLink goodies.

Don't forget npp and recaros!

02-04-2016, 08:54 AM	#1
RaceFuel Drives: A boring sedan Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Medford,Oregon Posts: 196	2010/11 or 2014/15? Hey all! I've been having fun poking around the forums, learning, getting educated on the Camaro and the various aspects of it. I'm looking to buy sometime this summer and I wanted to gain some insight from the Camaro community on which version of the 5th Gen to go after. My only real requirements are: Coupe 2SS (not necessarily RS) Automatic (I have nerve and joint damage in my left ankle that makes clutch modulation problematic) I know the 2014/15's are a bit heavier than the 2010/11 cars, but beyond that are there any particular pluses or minuses to either version? It looks like the average price difference is about $8,000 or so given similar equipment. I know the 2011's got the HUD and the 14/15's got MyLink. What I am meaning is cooling issues and such. Suspension isn't really a factor since I'll be replacing it with aFe featherlites and some other goodies. __________________

02-04-2016, 09:42 AM	#2
myold88 Drives: SUMMIT WHITE 2SS/RS CAMARO Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 2018: Lakewood Ranch, Fl. Posts: 8,112 View My Garage	Why are you apologizing for the automatic? There better imo for several reasons. Don't rule out a low mileage '10 SS. Mine has been trouble free for almost 7 years, only needing one tail lamp bulb in all that time. They can be bought now for about $20,000. Good luck with your search. __________________

02-04-2016, 10:02 AM	#9
justjoshin Drives: 2010 SW 1SS L99 Camaro Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Louisiana Posts: 2,085 View My Garage	I love my 2010, but if I were in the market looking right now I would probably go for a 14-15. I like the front bumper, hood, suspension, MyLink, and the Z28 style spoiler better. I do like my tail lights but I could live with the later years too. __________________

02-04-2016, 10:04 AM	#10
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,630	2013 models get the best pf both worlds from the early 10-12' rear ends. The 13'+ get the better suspension and updated steering wheel and MyLink goodies. __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.

02-04-2016, 09:47 AM	#3
Rainbow1616 Drives: 2011 Inferno Orange Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 1,368	You can't go wrong with either. I'm partial to the 10/11 because I like the old style tail lights. Look at the service records and buy the one you like. You can replace the radio in the older ones but whose to say the My Link is any better? There are always issues with that although mostly minor. I love My automatic, you don't have to justify one or the other to Us, what ever fits your fancy!

02-04-2016, 09:52 AM	#4
Matt8892 Drives: 2010 2ss RS. White (RIP) 2012 LS3 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Central Jersey Posts: 484	Determine which you like the looks of better. There were some changed things obviously between 10 and 13. Hud, different suspension set up, interior dash and steering wheel, body colored antenna, rims, to name a few. I just got a 10 2ss for 24k a few mo the back with 9k miles on it in NJ for reference. All years were great in my opinion. Although, I feel (and I would have if I could have) go with at least a 12 for some of the better options they added.

02-04-2016, 09:54 AM	#5
gnturboray Drives: SIM 2010 2SS/RS LS3 LPE750 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Mckinney, Texas Posts: 764	The steering wheels on the 10/11's are better looking

02-04-2016, 09:57 AM	#6
OmarSS ... Drives: 2019 CMGM 1LZ Z06, R.I.P 2014 SIM 1 Join Date: May 2015 Location: Moreno Valley, CA Posts: 108	Get a 2014/15. Also I didnt know those 2 years I mentioned were heavier than the 10-13 models... could anyone plz explain why?

02-04-2016, 10:01 AM	#7
BillyBilly Drives: 2011 Black Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Decatur, Texas Posts: 18 View My Garage	10/11 an use the extra money for mods... just my opinion.

02-04-2016, 10:05 AM	#12
JLSuperfly Drives: 2014 Red Hot LS3 Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: SF Bay Area, CA Posts: 4,266	I would get the car with best value regarding year, mileage, options, condition, and price.

02-04-2016, 10:08 AM	#13
gajagfan Drives: 2013 1SS 1LE Black - Std Exhaust Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Brunswick, GA Posts: 3,622 View My Garage	For what its worth, '13's have MyLink as well.