[BBQdDude]

Thinking in the next few months on getting a 6th gen 2ss. For my budget it would have to be around 75-100k miles. Non financed/cash deal.

I would be looking at only no accident examples (however we all know how that goes lol).

Maintenance would be hard to verify other than just going by looks at a top level.

Thoughts? Things to look out for? Things/mods to stay away from?

I loved my 5th gen (bought brand new) while I had it and have itching to get back into one at a lower cost point.

Edit:
Budget is 30k-35k TTL.

My past fifth gen was manual. However due to issues this one will need to be auto. With that said will hope to pickup one with AFM tuned out and TCM tuned already.

Would love a convertible but with the age I think possible issues and cost to replace will weed that want out and will seek a sunroof/moonroof.

Used to do 1/4 runs at National Trail raceway where I live in Ohio BUT my main joy with all past fast cars is country twisty roads and pushing Gs. Don't plan any 1/4 miles run with this one.

Pockets not very deep once retirement hits so major mods will be out. I am hoping TCM and ECM will be already tuned though. I know these cars get expensive but dong a lot of my own maintenance I think will help as long as the mod bug can be kept at bay.

[bishopts]

https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=636133

This one might have some good info related to your question.
If it doesn't have a catch can you should definitely put one on it.
I would suggest a manual trans just because GM and auto transmission dont work out.

[ember1205]

2016 model year would be one I would personally avoid. As a first model of the generation, it's the most likely one to have had odd issues (like the starter heat soak a lot of folks had).

If you're going for an automatic, the 10-speed is significantly more reliable than the 8-speed. There are a lot of people with the 8-speed that will claim that a fluid flush "fixed" their shudder issue, but most of those simply haven't hit enough use since the flush to realize the problem returns.

2019 has the polarizing front end (unless you go with a black car, then it looks no different).

Personally, I would look for one that hasn't been modded at all mechanically. The fewer owners, the better. And check various little things like what tires are on it, their age and wear, whether tires are the correct size, brake life remaining, what OEM parts have been changed (like wheels), curb rash, what battery is installed and its age, etc.

[bishopts]

Originally Posted by ember1205

2016 model year would be one I would personally avoid. As a first model of the generation, it's the most likely one to have had odd issues (like the starter heat soak a lot of folks had).

If you're going for an automatic, the 10-speed is significantly more reliable than the 8-speed. There are a lot of people with the 8-speed that will claim that a fluid flush "fixed" their shudder issue, but most of those simply haven't hit enough use since the flush to realize the problem returns.

2019 has the polarizing front end (unless you go with a black car, then it looks no different).

Personally, I would look for one that hasn't been modded at all mechanically. The fewer owners, the better. And check various little things like what tires are on it, their age and wear, whether tires are the correct size, brake life remaining, what OEM parts have been changed (like wheels), curb rash, what battery is installed and its age, etc.

2019 has that sweet flowtie in the bumper bar.
Also 2019+ has the launch control that you can change the launch rpm. 2016-18 its a set number.

[BBQdDude]

Originally Posted by bishopts

https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=636133

This one might have some good info related to your question.
If it doesn't have a catch can you should definitely put one on it.
I would suggest a manual trans just because GM and auto transmission dont work out.

That was a good read. Confirmed my thoughts and eased my paranoia lol.
I will try to find one with the AFM tuned out. My last one was a manual. This time I am thinking 10 speed. IF I go that route I guess I am regulated to a 2019 refresh.

[BBQdDude]

Thank you all for the responses. Retiring this December and that is when I plan to pull the trigger. Just doing data collection an analysis at this point.

[arpad_m]

BBQdDude, you didn't state your budget. A 2SS will cost at least $25K no matter the mileage, and a 2020+ 2SS will cost around $30K or more. Is that okay? What's your target price range?

You'll get much more useful input if you state your preferences and dislikes in more detail, there are so many aspects that are dealbreakers for some and perfectly fine for others.

[sscentex]

I bought a 16 with 86k miles on it 3 months ago. Good history from the multiple owners and good maintenance records. Had the fluid flush in the trans done about 60k miles ago and still no shudder (going for fresh fluid and filter in 45mins).

Only complaint I have is when the trans is cold, it will hang between 1-2. Shop that tuned it for me said it needs a filter and fluid and it should be good. Find out soon.

[ember1205]

Originally Posted by BBQdDude

That was a good read. Confirmed my thoughts and eased my paranoia lol.
I will try to find one with the AFM tuned out. My last one was a manual. This time I am thinking 10 speed. IF I go that route I guess I am regulated to a 2019 refresh.

"Tuned out" doesn't really mean anything other than the engine wasn't dropping into 4cyl mode. Even on a manual, where it's inoperative from the factory, all of the mechanical components in the engine are the same. In other words, you're getting the AFM components whether you want them or not, and their potential for issues (failure) is basically the same whether the system is operable or not.

The only way to get solid protection against AFM hardware failure issues is to remove the pieces from the engine and replace them with non-AFM parts and then permanently tune the function out (if it's an automatic).

Originally Posted by arpad_m

BBQdDude, you didn't state your budget. A 2SS will cost at least $25K no matter the mileage, and a 2020+ 2SS will cost around $30K or more. Is that okay? What's your target price range?

You'll get much more useful input if you state your preferences and dislikes in more detail, there are so many aspects that are dealbreakers for some and perfectly fine for others.

Given that he's looking for a 'vert, that budget number is likely going to be higher as the numbers you're mentioning are generally for the coupes.

[Val Walkinshaw]

I would never deter anyone from buying a Camaro. I've had 4 and am a diehard but remember 1 thing, when you are looking at buying a performance sports car you are potentially buying someone elses nightmare. DO your homework wisely and if something doesn't sit right with you, listen to your intuition and walk away.

New cars depreciate so fast and I have always been cautious with what I spend my money on. New cars IMHO are a waste of money but when it comes to a sports car, I wouldn't be caught dead buying used. You just can't trust people and you have no clue how hard they beat on it, or their kids, or their friends and LOTS does not show up on a carfax report. Not trying to be a Debbie downer, I'm just trying to be helpful.

[BBQdDude]

Originally Posted by arpad_m

BBQdDude, you didn't state your budget. A 2SS will cost at least $25K no matter the mileage, and a 2020+ 2SS will cost around $30K or more. Is that okay? What's your target price range?

You'll get much more useful input if you state your preferences and dislikes in more detail, there are so many aspects that are dealbreakers for some and perfectly fine for others.

I'll update my OP but ...

Budget is 30k-35k TTL.

My past fifth gen was manual. However due to issues this one will need to be auto. With that said will hope to pickup one with AFM tuned out and TCM tuned already.

Would love a convertible but with the age I think possible issues and cost to replace will weed that want out and will seek a sunroof/moonroof.

Used to do 1/4 runs at National Trail raceway where I live in Ohio BUT my main joy with all past fast cars is country twisty roads and pushing Gs. Don't plan any 1/4 miles run with this one.

Pockets not very deep once retirement hits so major mods will be out. I am hoping TCM and ECM will be already tuned though. I know these cars get expensive but dong a lot of my own maintenance I think will help as long as the mod bug can be kept at bay.

[Junction65]

Originally Posted by BBQdDude

Budget is 30k-35k TTL.

You should have a good variety available in that range from LT1 trim vehicles to SS trim vehicles depending on production year, mileage and options.

This board is an awesome resource and you have plenty of time to do your research.

Good luck with the search and hope everything in retirement works out for you.

[m6-lt1]

Get a 2019 or 2020. The post covid LT1’s seem to be blowing up at a higher rate than the older cars.

Since you said you like twisty roads, get an SS, not an LT1 or SS 1LE. The LT1 has skinny tires in the rear. The SS 1LE has super high limits so it feels unalive when you are pushing it around twistys and in a straight line. You have to go way too fast to make a 1LE feel fun on public roads. The SS is the perfect balance for public road driving.

[BBQdDude]

Thank you all for the responses. I didn't think this post would get so much....traction .

Every reply has given me a lot to think about and to keep in mind when pulling the trigger.

All I can say is I know to wait for the right one and not just by one that seems right at the moment.