[Gunkk]

Originally Posted by Rock-It Man

The lack of engine oil, transmission, and differential coolers is puzzling.

It makes perfect sense for a drag car setup.

[SteevK]

Originally Posted by IOMike

My understanding is the SS is setup for the race track, this one should be fine for the street but it won't be good for more than a few laps at the track, like a Mustang or GT350 without the track pack 😋

Seems like with what they dropped they could have lowered the price a smidge more. Sounds like it doesn't have LED tail lights and headlights...?

A lot like the old Formula package. I like it.

Bingo! All the power and handling of a Trans Am with the looks of a base Firebird. If it can be had with NPP - assuming it has the same drive modes - can pull the stealth mode (S/I) to track mode switch at the line...

[Red Chief]

Originally Posted by BuckeyeROC

This cheaper V8 base model is needed. I'd like to see it even cheaper personally. I don't know how much only $3k cheaper than an SS will increase sales, but at least it's a start.

Ya I thought so too. But $3k off puts it back where the 5th gen 1SS sold for if I remember right. So a better car for the same price.

[JT58]

It's a good option for someone looking for a better than average cookie cutter commuter car and/or wanting just a little more than the base Turbo 4 or the 6 cylinder without going to an SS.

It won't tempt me, I'm still loving my relatively base 2016 6 cylinder M/T as my commuter car. Decent on gas, low on insurance and runs on cheap 87 octane gas. Probably the lowest cost to own Camaro option.

[GearheadSS]

Originally Posted by Red Chief

Ya I thought so too. But $3k off puts it back where the 5th gen 1SS sold for if I remember right. So a better car for the same price.

You could get a 2SS/RS for that back in the 2010 model year. My 2010 M6 2SS/RS was between $35k-$36k.

[SpeedIsLife]

Originally Posted by GearheadSS

You could get a 2SS/RS for that back in the 2010 model year. My 2010 M6 2SS/RS was between $35k-$36k.

Don't forget to factor in inflation.

36,000 in 2010 is equal to $41,700 today

[GearheadSS]

Originally Posted by SpeedIsLife

Don't forget to factor in inflation.

36,000 in 2010 is equal to $41,700 today

I'm aware. My comment was in response to a 1SS 5th gen being around $35k.

[gpskinzhut]

Originally Posted by GearheadSS

I'm aware. My comment was in response to a 1SS 5th gen being around $35k.

The sticker is higher but there were quite a few new 1SS's in the 31-32k range when I was shopping in early '17. Debated it but wanted leather and gadgets. Picked up my 2SS for 38k on the same lot with a 44k+ sticker. Was listed for 37k but passed on $1k incentive through GM financial.

[Red Chief]

Originally Posted by GearheadSS

You could get a 2SS/RS for that back in the 2010 model year. My 2010 M6 2SS/RS was between $35k-$36k.

The 1SS MSRP was $32,280 in 2012.

https://www.autotrader.com/Chevrolet/Camaro/2012

Inflation estimator result:

$32,280 in 2012 → $35,304.62 in 2018

http://www.in2013dollars.com/2012-do...8?amount=32280

Faster, better, same price. Plus I think I was paying $4 a gallon for regular fuel back in 2012.

[Need4Camaro]

What I'm really wondering is how 4 cyl and V6 Models will hold up after this is released.

[bob13bob]

1ss way better value. All the upgrades are worth way more than the price difference. the
value sweet spots

1ss is daily driver, with magnetic and active exhaust + $300 black wheel addon.
AND
1le is for more track focused, but more annoying wider wheels/tires (kick rocks up that chip your paint)

better value than the mustang equivalents.

[Fraxum]

Originally Posted by JeromeS13

For all of those people who slapped LT1 badges on their SS Camaros, the uneducated population will think you have a basic V8 Camaro.

If anyone cares what others think, their life will be mostly miserable. And the LT1 will be a sleeper and the fastest NA V8 Camaro. There is something to be said for a fast sleeper. And the LT1 is the cleanest looking V8 Camaro IMO.

[Lazerbrainz2k3]

Originally Posted by Fraxum

And the LT1 will be a sleeper and the fastest NA V8 Camaro. There is something to be said for a fast sleeper.

Don't know about that, getting traction with those narrower rear all seasons could be a time-wasting challenge compared to a 1SS with summer tires.

[Fraxum]

Originally Posted by Lazerbrainz2k3

Don't know about that, getting traction with those narrower rear all seasons could be a time-wasting challenge compared to a 1SS with summer tires.

If you look around you can pick up stock low mile SS tires for almost free. And a never ending supply. And besides the stock SS tires are not terribly grippey.