Prospective ZL-1 owner with a couple of questions

Mark R · 01-09-2018, 12:25 PM

Hi Everyone:

I'm 99% sure I'll be ordering a 2018 ZL-1 in April, after I get some other pressing matters sorted, like my pending divorce. It's pretty hard to believe you can buy a genuine supercar for $68,000. I'm really stoked.

I have frequented motorcycle forums for years, and every motorcycle seems to have some sort of weakness or issues that forum members discover, and they and the aftermarket figure out the solutions for those weaknesses.

Lurking here, and now joining the forum, I don't seem to be able to find any issues with this car. Seems very solid. Are there any issues with this car that need correcting? I see many owners modify their cars, but that seems more for personal preference.

I'm going to add a ported throttle body and some blacked-out taillights, but that's about it.

Your feedback is much appreciated.

Thanks.

Mark R.
Albuquerque, NM

KenB925 · 01-09-2018, 01:33 PM

Nothing major to report, I have about 4500 miles on mine, I had the loose front sway bar noise, I currently have a rattle from the 'back dash' that I need to find and stop.

nicktechla · 01-09-2018, 01:42 PM

Nope, just drive it!

jbp8653 · 01-09-2018, 02:29 PM

Great car. You will love it! Get the ceramic brake pads for sure

ninetres · 01-09-2018, 03:01 PM

The headliners are cut too narrow is the only issue that there really isn’t an easy fix for that I’m aware of. Did they fix that on the 2018s?!??

Mark R · 01-09-2018, 03:10 PM

Sounds like pretty minor issues that they have probably sorted out by now. I think I also saw on YouTube some of the the first ones had front springs that were too tall.

ICTsccaCamaro · 01-09-2018, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninetres

The headliners are cut too narrow is the only issue that there really isn’t an easy fix for that I’m aware of. Did they fix that on the 2018s?!??

Nope my 2018 headliner was cut too short also

k20attack · 01-09-2018, 03:23 PM

The launch issue in the M6 version is somewhat of an issue, especially if you plan on drag racing the car. The seat also doesn't recline as much as I'd like, but that I can overlook. There's no issue that would stop me from buying the car again.

Mark R · 01-09-2018, 04:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by k20attack

The launch issue in the M6 version is somewhat of an issue, especially if you plan on drag racing the car. The seat also doesn't recline as much as I'd like, but that I can overlook. There's no issue that would stop me from buying the car again.

Thanks for that. I'm going for the 10 speed auto, so the launch issues I have seen with the manual are not concerning me.

I checked out the seat recline, and it goes far back enough for me.

Chevyman2 · 01-09-2018, 05:04 PM

I second the seat recline is insufficient compared to other Gm products I own. The biggest interior grip I have is that. On the exterior misaligned body panels are noticeable, such as front facia or rear quarter but this is not common on all 6 th generation Camaro's. So far the drivetrain is top notch the 10 speed shifts feels much better than 6l80E.

kwav8r · 01-09-2018, 05:07 PM

1900 miles and no issues whatsoever with my '18 A10

Gunkk · 01-09-2018, 10:14 PM

Get the A10.

Bx Tpr · 01-09-2018, 10:36 PM

Just picked up a ZL1 1LE myself. Traded in my E92 M3 for it and zero regrets. Chevy has really done an amazing job with the 6th gen. Anyone who sits inside doesn't believe it's a Chevy product lol. Interior fit and finish is great. The headliner issue is the only thing I noticed on the interior. ZL1 exterior looks are amazing IMO. With all the amenities this car comes with it's an amazing deal and package. Congrats on your purchase

BlaqWhole · 01-09-2018, 10:41 PM

It is by far one of the two best cars I have ever owned. It handles amazingly. It is fast as all hell. It looks gorgeous. It is rock solid. I have had no issues in mine...A10. It turns heads. It has every option you can imagine. I have nothing negative to say about the 6th Gen ZL1!! You will love it!!

01-09-2018, 12:25 PM	#1
Mark R Drives: 2018 ZL-1 Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Albuquerque Posts: 948	Prospective ZL-1 owner with a couple of questions Hi Everyone: I'm 99% sure I'll be ordering a 2018 ZL-1 in April, after I get some other pressing matters sorted, like my pending divorce. It's pretty hard to believe you can buy a genuine supercar for $68,000. I'm really stoked. I have frequented motorcycle forums for years, and every motorcycle seems to have some sort of weakness or issues that forum members discover, and they and the aftermarket figure out the solutions for those weaknesses. Lurking here, and now joining the forum, I don't seem to be able to find any issues with this car. Seems very solid. Are there any issues with this car that need correcting? I see many owners modify their cars, but that seems more for personal preference. I'm going to add a ported throttle body and some blacked-out taillights, but that's about it. Your feedback is much appreciated. Thanks. Mark R. Albuquerque, NM

01-09-2018, 01:42 PM	#3
nicktechla Drives: 2012 Porsche 911 Turbo S Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 1,776	Nope, just drive it! __________________ IG: 2fast2nick -- Current -- 2012 Porsche Turbo S - PDK - Basalt Black Metallic -- Past -- 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe - Red Hot - A10, PDR - HRE P101 2015 Mustang GT PP - Whipple Supercharger

01-09-2018, 02:29 PM	#4
jbp8653 Drives: 2017 ZL1,2013 ZR1, 1952 C3100 Resto Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Gibsonton, Fl Posts: 168	Great car. You will love it! Get the ceramic brake pads for sure __________________ 2017 ZL1,Mosaic Black, auto,nav/pdr, Roto Fab,Mamo 2013 ZR1 60th Anniv. 1952 C3100 resto-rod. LS6, 4L60e, 228R cam

01-09-2018, 03:23 PM	#8
k20attack Drives: 2018 Camaro ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Boston Posts: 135	The launch issue in the M6 version is somewhat of an issue, especially if you plan on drag racing the car. The seat also doesn't recline as much as I'd like, but that I can overlook. There's no issue that would stop me from buying the car again. __________________ 1100-9/17/2017 3000-9/18/2017 Received-12/1/2017

01-09-2018, 05:07 PM	#11
kwav8r Flyin NOE Drives: 2018 ZL1 (A10) Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: TX Posts: 949	1900 miles and no issues whatsoever with my '18 A10 Last edited by kwav8r; 01-09-2018 at 08:01 PM.

01-09-2018, 01:33 PM	#2
KenB925 Drives: Raptor Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 126	Nothing major to report, I have about 4500 miles on mine, I had the loose front sway bar noise, I currently have a rattle from the 'back dash' that I need to find and stop.

01-09-2018, 03:01 PM	#5
ninetres Drives: Crush ZLE M6 \| 2000 Corvette FRC Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Cencal Posts: 1,659	The headliners are cut too narrow is the only issue that there really isn’t an easy fix for that I’m aware of. Did they fix that on the 2018s?!??

01-09-2018, 03:10 PM	#6
Mark R Drives: 2018 ZL-1 Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Albuquerque Posts: 948	Sounds like pretty minor issues that they have probably sorted out by now. I think I also saw on YouTube some of the the first ones had front springs that were too tall.

01-09-2018, 05:04 PM	#10
Chevyman2 Drives: 2018 zl1 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Caswell County, NC Posts: 599 View My Garage	I second the seat recline is insufficient compared to other Gm products I own. The biggest interior grip I have is that. On the exterior misaligned body panels are noticeable, such as front facia or rear quarter but this is not common on all 6 th generation Camaro's. So far the drivetrain is top notch the 10 speed shifts feels much better than 6l80E.

01-09-2018, 10:14 PM	#12
Gunkk Thank you Al Oppenheiser! Drives: Red Hot A10 ZL1 Convertible Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Sarasota, FL Posts: 4,978 View My Garage	Get the A10.

01-09-2018, 10:36 PM	#13
Bx Tpr Drives: 22 ZLE 6MT Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: NY Posts: 101	Just picked up a ZL1 1LE myself. Traded in my E92 M3 for it and zero regrets. Chevy has really done an amazing job with the 6th gen. Anyone who sits inside doesn't believe it's a Chevy product lol. Interior fit and finish is great. The headliner issue is the only thing I noticed on the interior. ZL1 exterior looks are amazing IMO. With all the amenities this car comes with it's an amazing deal and package. Congrats on your purchase

01-09-2018, 10:41 PM	#14
BlaqWhole Account Suspended Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: NJ Posts: 7,692	It is by far one of the two best cars I have ever owned. It handles amazingly. It is fast as all hell. It looks gorgeous. It is rock solid. I have had no issues in mine...A10. It turns heads. It has every option you can imagine. I have nothing negative to say about the 6th Gen ZL1!! You will love it!!

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