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Dtowndog420 · 05-25-2015, 09:10 PM

Absolutely not! I hate the looks of the 6th gen. I'm so glad I got it when I did. The front clip is to busy and seems too futuristic. The 5th gen refresh nailed it. So I'm keeping it forever. When it's time for a stable mate it will be GT350. It looks and sounds better too.

banter · 05-25-2015, 10:10 PM

I'm hard on the fence about trading up for a 2017 (I don't buy the first yer of new model, there's always issues). Between the lighter, more power, nicer interior and magnetic ride suspension... my only problem is that it doesn't seem as aggressive looking. I still like the looks, it just doesn't seem as aggressive. BUT, it's all going to come down to my financial situation at the time and whether or not I'm going to stay in the Navy. It's either going to be Hellion TT kit for the current, trade for a 2017, or trade for a C7 Corvette. Either way, upgrades will be taking place.

SabotAndHeat · 05-25-2015, 11:44 PM

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SSINISTER · 05-25-2015, 11:48 PM

Early 5th gen just looks sexy to me. Lines are right, rear end and tail lights are right... Dont know why they tried to incorporate a honda prelude and a new mustang, IDK.

SabotAndHeat · 05-26-2015, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by SSINISTER

Early 5th gen just looks sexy to me. Lines are right, rear end and tail lights are right... Dont know why they tried to incorporate a honda prelude and a new mustang, IDK.

I concur. Its just too busy. I like the rear alright enough.

IMO what makes a muscle cars' looks are the curves and surfaces that mimic the curves of a woman. (Hope I dont stir up a hornets nest with that.) Its the overall effect. Its still a car so it has to have some functionality.

My case...

classicrockr · 05-26-2015, 06:16 AM

I will likely be trading in for the 2016 convertible. I've had too many problems with the top on this one. BUT, I believe that GM has fixed the issues for the 2014-2015 verts, so I'm willing to give them a shot on the 2016. That Hyper Blue with a black top & black wheels will be sexy as hell. And I'm 46, but I want a NAV system built in also. Other issues that are making me want to trade are:

- When I close 1 dash vent completely, the cold air that gets through ends up fogging up my radio faceplate. I think the 2016 layout has that taken care of.

- When the A/C fan is on at low speeds, there's a definite "whine" that makes me think a bearing is bad. it's been like this ever since I've had the car & the dealerships can never " recreate the occurrence".

- I don't like the gauge pod (would have rather had a storage tray instead) and I like how itwill be electronic vs physical.

- 2016 Ambient lighting: I LOVE the "light show" effect & the fact that I can change to whatever color I want. I was also going to install ambient lighting in the cupholders of my 2012 - the 2016 has it covered.

spadz93 · 05-26-2015, 11:03 AM

In my perfect world, I would take a 10-13 camaro, get a 14 front end on it, and a 16 powertrain/interior. JUST sayin

49ersXXIX · 05-26-2015, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by rjinotti

Sticking to my game plan, will upgrade to a 2012 - 2013 ZL1 come October and will wait until I could score one just under $40,000 and I will be a happy dude....

ha! i have the same game plan....unfortunately my buddy ****ed up my credit.. i'm not giving up. I will have a 2012-2013 ZL1.

gpskinzhut · 05-26-2015, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by ToolFan66

Have to 2nd that. That old rendering was and continues to be hideous.

I like the 6th myself. I'm sure I'll have one in the driveway at some point.

nancygrl · 05-26-2015, 02:07 PM

I'll be keeping my '15 1LE and eventually trade in my Sonic for a 6th gen at some point in the future. Still have lots of time to determine which model it will be.

Smkn600CTD · 05-26-2015, 02:17 PM

I may add a 6th gen (trade in the wife's Cruze Diesel)...but the 5th gen is going to be around for long time.

i2disturbedSS · 05-26-2015, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by rjinotti

Sticking to my game plan, will upgrade to a 2012 - 2013 ZL1 come October and will wait until I could score one just under $40,000 and I will be a happy dude....

Yes same here thinking about a 13 ZL1 m6 though.

Indydriver · 05-26-2015, 02:53 PM

The SIX is a better car in every way but...

I'll be hanging on to my 5G. I ordered it from the factory so I got exactly the looks and options I wanted (which would never be found on a dealer lot). Since then, I've added 50 delicious rwhp, improved throttle response and sound. I just simply like my current car too much to dump it for a big loss just to have the latest and greatest model out there.

blackoutVIII · 05-26-2015, 04:09 PM

5th GEN for me. Plus, we need to remember that most of the Camaro GENs looks stand alone. The 5th GEN seems to replicate the 1st GEN Cmamro in a modern way. IMO.

05-25-2015, 09:10 PM	#183
Dtowndog420 Drives: SBM 09 G8 GT/RH 15 SS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Dallas,Tx Posts: 258	Absolutely not! I hate the looks of the 6th gen. I'm so glad I got it when I did. The front clip is to busy and seems too futuristic. The 5th gen refresh nailed it. So I'm keeping it forever. When it's time for a stable mate it will be GT350. It looks and sounds better too. Last edited by Dtowndog420; 05-26-2015 at 08:15 AM.

05-25-2015, 11:48 PM	#186
SSINISTER Drives: 2010 2SS/RS COUPE LS3 M6 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Brandon,MS Posts: 25 View My Garage	Early 5th gen just looks sexy to me. Lines are right, rear end and tail lights are right... Dont know why they tried to incorporate a honda prelude and a new mustang, IDK. __________________ 2010 2SS/RS M6 LS3 Night fury cam, ported stock heads,ported tb, kooks 17/8 LT Stainless Works 3inch retro, catless mids MGW flat stick shifter BMR suspension, 1.4 SPRINGS ,strut tower brace Eaton True Trac posi, DSS shafts, 4.11 gears 18x11 ZL1 Replicas, 315/40r18 NT05R Vitesse Throttle Control Custom Viper red painted stripes, interior, hydrodip

05-26-2015, 11:03 AM	#189
spadz93 BUMBL Z Drives: 2015 ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Northern NJ Posts: 2,573 View My Garage	In my perfect world, I would take a 10-13 camaro, get a 14 front end on it, and a 16 powertrain/interior. JUST sayin __________________ Current: 2015 ZL1 M6, Rotofab Intake, LS3 throttle body, 2.55 Upper/9.17 Lower w/ Idler Relocation, DMS Reinforced Brick, ID1050X, 1 7/8" Headers, ProSpeed HX/Reservoir, DSX Aux Pump/Flex Fuel Sensor, E85, McLeod RXT, BMR 1" Drop, Tuned by Pat G Past: 2010 2SS, some bolt ons, 415rwhp/400rwtq

05-26-2015, 02:17 PM	#193
Smkn600CTD Drives: 2013 Camaro SS and 2014 SS Sedan Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 308	I may add a 6th gen (trade in the wife's Cruze Diesel)...but the 5th gen is going to be around for long time. __________________ 2016 Lexus GS-F 2014 SS Sedan #2577/3537 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS. 2013 Camro ZL1 Vert 2009 Dodge Daytona Charger #332/400

05-26-2015, 02:53 PM	#195
Indydriver Drives: '14 2SS/RS Vert 6M/KTU/NPP/DTA/ARH Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,826	The SIX is a better car in every way but... I'll be hanging on to my 5G. I ordered it from the factory so I got exactly the looks and options I wanted (which would never be found on a dealer lot). Since then, I've added 50 delicious rwhp, improved throttle response and sound. I just simply like my current car too much to dump it for a big loss just to have the latest and greatest model out there. __________________ Consensus is, by definition, a lack of leadership.

05-25-2015, 10:10 PM	#184
banter Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS M6 Black Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Bremerton, WA Posts: 582	I'm hard on the fence about trading up for a 2017 (I don't buy the first yer of new model, there's always issues). Between the lighter, more power, nicer interior and magnetic ride suspension... my only problem is that it doesn't seem as aggressive looking. I still like the looks, it just doesn't seem as aggressive. BUT, it's all going to come down to my financial situation at the time and whether or not I'm going to stay in the Navy. It's either going to be Hellion TT kit for the current, trade for a 2017, or trade for a C7 Corvette. Either way, upgrades will be taking place.

05-26-2015, 06:16 AM	#188
classicrockr Pills are for Pansies Drives: 2023 2SS Red Hot Vert Camaro Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Citrus Springs FL Posts: 1,296	I will likely be trading in for the 2016 convertible. I've had too many problems with the top on this one. BUT, I believe that GM has fixed the issues for the 2014-2015 verts, so I'm willing to give them a shot on the 2016. That Hyper Blue with a black top & black wheels will be sexy as hell. And I'm 46, but I want a NAV system built in also. Other issues that are making me want to trade are: - When I close 1 dash vent completely, the cold air that gets through ends up fogging up my radio faceplate. I think the 2016 layout has that taken care of. - When the A/C fan is on at low speeds, there's a definite "whine" that makes me think a bearing is bad. it's been like this ever since I've had the car & the dealerships can never " recreate the occurrence". - I don't like the gauge pod (would have rather had a storage tray instead) and I like how itwill be electronic vs physical. - 2016 Ambient lighting: I LOVE the "light show" effect & the fact that I can change to whatever color I want. I was also going to install ambient lighting in the cupholders of my 2012 - the 2016 has it covered.

05-26-2015, 02:07 PM	#192
nancygrl 雪の玉 Drives: '22 Z71 RST Silverado Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: South Posts: 3,415	I'll be keeping my '15 1LE and eventually trade in my Sonic for a 6th gen at some point in the future. Still have lots of time to determine which model it will be.

05-26-2015, 04:09 PM	#196
blackoutVIII Drives: 2011 2SS w/RS PKG Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Hawaii Posts: 140	5th GEN for me. Plus, we need to remember that most of the Camaro GENs looks stand alone. The 5th GEN seems to replicate the 1st GEN Cmamro in a modern way. IMO.