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Bowtied70 · 03-21-2022, 06:18 PM

So curious and welcome comments.

Locally here in So-Cal, any decent (16 and later) SS is priced in the high 30 to mid 40's. The SS 1LE's are in the mid to high 40's range, many with 40K miles.

I have enjoyed this car when I have driven it. But with the exception of the (10x) 60 second laps which can be reviewed on the sd card in the PDR and a standing starts with the traction control on.... the miles are San Diego freeway miles. So far, I'm not in jail and has original tires.

Feel like it offers a pretty fair idea of the use the car has seen. I have hand washed it maybe ten times and waxed it at least half that. It has never been eaten or smoked in, never a drink spilled... so it's appropriately clean. I have floor mats over the floor mats. Never had a check engine light. Only issue I've ever had was the e settings menu disappeared once for the exhaust, MRC, and steering. It was after waxing the car and I read had something to do with passenger door being open while i waxed it. It sat for a few hours and reset itself... no issues since.

So with the low miles, Pro-charger (PS1C/quiet gears), the MRC, etc. I figure it's a fair ask. I haven't gotten flamed thankfully, but wondering what the consensus is for a fair price for a car providing it is as advertised.

I have a business and been trying to get a shop built for the last year plus. So, I worry about happening to it under the cover. I try to get it out every month or so to keep things in line and no issues known.

About the only thing suspect is the battery. I've noticed that if it sits for longer than a month, it will need a battery tender on it overnight. I assume it the computers, etc that are to blame. It's a non issue if started more frequently.

Anyway, just wondering what the general opinion is. Am I better off just removing the PS1C and restoring the car to original factory setup? I appreciate that majority of folks here are very knowledgeable and probably very acute when it comes to purchasing a car. Many would be ZL1 buyers, but for me, the SS 1LE with the Pro-charger represented a balance of performance, value and drivability with the MRC and maybe learn something one day with the PDR.
I've never driven a ZL1, but I've been tempted to see the contrast between the two. I'm sure the ZL1 would have its advantages. Ironically, I've never had another muscle car next to me at a stop light to compare to. I only ever Had hemi (assumingly stock) Charger one time 'offer' on the freeway (at 65ish) and I walked (more ran) away. But once ya see 150 going by, there's not much reason t keep it planted as there's not much to see other than a fat fine and tow bill, empty five lane freeway or not. I have too much respect for peoples lives and my legal right to drive. I don't know what a CHP would say for 150, but it I'm guessing his first words wouldn't be 'nice car'.

So in short... what's a fair market number. I know there are plenty still around with low mileage at whatever price, but is the '17 1LE a future collectible? Anyone dare offer I'm better off to just keep it till time permits and they will hold their value? The only reason I'd sell it is if the car is losing value sitting and not driven, then I'd be better suited to have the capital with the cost of building materials.

Thanks for any constructive thought and comments.

03-21-2022, 06:18 PM	#3
Bowtied70 Drives: Camaro 1le, Pro Strt Vega, 76 TA Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: CA Posts: 8	So curious and welcome comments. Locally here in So-Cal, any decent (16 and later) SS is priced in the high 30 to mid 40's. The SS 1LE's are in the mid to high 40's range, many with 40K miles. I have enjoyed this car when I have driven it. But with the exception of the (10x) 60 second laps which can be reviewed on the sd card in the PDR and a standing starts with the traction control on.... the miles are San Diego freeway miles. So far, I'm not in jail and has original tires. Feel like it offers a pretty fair idea of the use the car has seen. I have hand washed it maybe ten times and waxed it at least half that. It has never been eaten or smoked in, never a drink spilled... so it's appropriately clean. I have floor mats over the floor mats. Never had a check engine light. Only issue I've ever had was the e settings menu disappeared once for the exhaust, MRC, and steering. It was after waxing the car and I read had something to do with passenger door being open while i waxed it. It sat for a few hours and reset itself... no issues since. So with the low miles, Pro-charger (PS1C/quiet gears), the MRC, etc. I figure it's a fair ask. I haven't gotten flamed thankfully, but wondering what the consensus is for a fair price for a car providing it is as advertised. I have a business and been trying to get a shop built for the last year plus. So, I worry about happening to it under the cover. I try to get it out every month or so to keep things in line and no issues known. About the only thing suspect is the battery. I've noticed that if it sits for longer than a month, it will need a battery tender on it overnight. I assume it the computers, etc that are to blame. It's a non issue if started more frequently. Anyway, just wondering what the general opinion is. Am I better off just removing the PS1C and restoring the car to original factory setup? I appreciate that majority of folks here are very knowledgeable and probably very acute when it comes to purchasing a car. Many would be ZL1 buyers, but for me, the SS 1LE with the Pro-charger represented a balance of performance, value and drivability with the MRC and maybe learn something one day with the PDR. I've never driven a ZL1, but I've been tempted to see the contrast between the two. I'm sure the ZL1 would have its advantages. Ironically, I've never had another muscle car next to me at a stop light to compare to. I only ever Had hemi (assumingly stock) Charger one time 'offer' on the freeway (at 65ish) and I walked (more ran) away. But once ya see 150 going by, there's not much reason t keep it planted as there's not much to see other than a fat fine and tow bill, empty five lane freeway or not. I have too much respect for peoples lives and my legal right to drive. I don't know what a CHP would say for 150, but it I'm guessing his first words wouldn't be 'nice car'. So in short... what's a fair market number. I know there are plenty still around with low mileage at whatever price, but is the '17 1LE a future collectible? Anyone dare offer I'm better off to just keep it till time permits and they will hold their value? The only reason I'd sell it is if the car is losing value sitting and not driven, then I'd be better suited to have the capital with the cost of building materials. Thanks for any constructive thought and comments.