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2SS Capt · 03-25-2020, 03:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Orangeman13

So I’m torn. Yes I know it’s my decision but I’m just curious as to what others think or would do.

I can either get a 2ss camaro with every option I want like red leather seats, sun roof, navigation etc.

Or I can get a base c8. No options.

What would you do?

Loaded 2SS without a doubt!

soloknight6 · 03-25-2020, 03:25 PM

C8 no contest if you like auto cars. A base c8 is as loaded as a 2ss. I have sat in a base c8, it was nicer inside than my 2ss.

I`m Batman · 03-25-2020, 03:26 PM

C8

L8Apex · 03-25-2020, 04:14 PM

Gonna be awhile before you can get a C8, even used. I'd get a loaded SS or a used ZL1

Lafourche1 · 03-25-2020, 04:46 PM

1) You will not be able to buy a C8 till next year (2021).
2) A base C8 is going to be short of a few items that would make it more desirable, not the least of which is the Z51 package and MRC.
3) You might be able to get into a ZL1 for the ~$60K ish dollar amount.
4) C7s are cheap right now.

Stupid Question: Is now a time to buy a new car?

Rock-It Man · 03-25-2020, 04:54 PM

Indeed this is a moot point since there are no C8s for a long time.

But the OP should be aware that a base C8 doesn't even have HUD.

You will be able to get a 2SS, which is very nicely equipped, for much much less. If you don't care about active suspension or dual mod exhaust, the 2SS will be about 14K less than a base Corvette, and even less less if you opt for a 6 speed.

2SS Capt · 03-25-2020, 04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rock-It Man

Indeed this is a moot point since there are no C8s for a long time.

But the OP should be aware that a base C8 doesn't even have HUD.

You will be able to get a 2SS, which is very nicely equipped, for much much less. If you don't care about active suspension or dual mod exhaust, the 2SS will be about 14K less than a base Corvette, and even less less if you opt for a 6 speed.

I ordered my 2020 2SS with 10 Speed Automatic, Magnetic Ride Control, Dual Mode Exhaust, Black wheels, Red Calipers, Black Fender Badges and Footwell lighting and got it for less than $45k (before taxes)...

Wyzz Kydd · 03-25-2020, 05:05 PM

The first C8 may not age very well. As it's setup now I think the major differences between your two cars are looks (obviously) significantly better acceleration off the line, and slightly better handling. Once you dig out of the hole it doesn't sound like there's all that much difference in acceleration between the current C8 and a ZL1. It wouldn't surprise me if a ZL1 rolling down the interstate accelerates more quickly at WOT than the C8.

There is plenty of talk about 600+ hp C8s in the near future. I currently have an SS 1LE, which I use to take three kids to school. In a couple of years the middle son can become the bus driver and at that point a supercharged 600+ hp C8 might be nice, assuming I can get over the lack of a manual.

MackSteelPrivateEye · 03-25-2020, 05:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Orangeman13

So I’m torn. Yes I know it’s my decision but I’m just curious as to what others think or would do.

I can either get a 2ss camaro with every option I want like red leather seats, sun roof, navigation etc.

Or I can get a base c8. No options.

What would you do?

I'm not a fan of that short hood long deck on the new Vette, nor the Paddy cake transmission. Sure the Performance and value is unbeatable. But I'd get a C7 Vette with a stick. Still outrageous performance plus new unsold ones still on the lot with 0% financing.

metros11 · 03-25-2020, 05:34 PM

C8 no options. No question.

Chutzpah · 03-25-2020, 05:40 PM

If it were me, I wouldn’t buy either right now. If you have cash, wait a bit longer for the market to hit bottom and invest in some of the really beat up sectors.

Auto sales are going to be in rough shape for at least 6 months. You’ll have even more leverage by waiting on buying either of the 2 impractical cars (Vet or Camaro), at the end of the year....

Gunkk · 03-25-2020, 07:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chutzpah

If it were me, I wouldn’t buy either right now. If you have cash, wait a bit longer for the market to hit bottom and invest in some of the really beat up sectors.

Auto sales are going to be in rough shape for at least 6 months. You’ll have even more leverage by waiting on buying either of the 2 impractical cars (Vet or Camaro), at the end of the year....

The day to buy into the market was two days ago. Airlines and Cruise lines are up 50+% in the last 2 days.

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Chutzpah · 03-25-2020, 07:54 PM

Yep, I bought into Norwegian Cruise lines and Us Global jets last week. Sold off today.... stimulus isn’t going to make either of those two have passengers anytime soon. Back to our regularly scheduled program,

If it were you, what would you buy - Vet or Camaro?

Dark Phoenix · 03-25-2020, 08:02 PM

If your other choice is a C8 buy the C8.

03-25-2020, 03:25 PM	#30
soloknight6 SoCal HT5! SD Drives: 2016 red hot 2ss M6 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: San Diego CA, Posts: 1,929	C8 no contest if you like auto cars. A base c8 is as loaded as a 2ss. I have sat in a base c8, it was nicer inside than my 2ss. __________________ http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...37#post5437037 By my deeds, I honor him. V8!!!

03-25-2020, 04:46 PM	#33
Lafourche1 Drives: 2019 CLA 450 Mercedes Join Date: May 2016 Location: South Louisiana Posts: 1,107	1) You will not be able to buy a C8 till next year (2021). 2) A base C8 is going to be short of a few items that would make it more desirable, not the least of which is the Z51 package and MRC. 3) You might be able to get into a ZL1 for the ~$60K ish dollar amount. 4) C7s are cheap right now. Stupid Question: Is now a time to buy a new car? __________________ 2019 Lunar Blue Metallic Mercedes CLS 450 2021 C43 AMG Mercedes Coupe Metallic Cardinal Red 2014 Lincoln MKT EcoBoost (The Bus)

03-25-2020, 07:54 PM	#41
Chutzpah Drives: Wild Cherry LT1 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,973	Yep, I bought into Norwegian Cruise lines and Us Global jets last week. Sold off today.... stimulus isn’t going to make either of those two have passengers anytime soon. Back to our regularly scheduled program, If it were you, what would you buy - Vet or Camaro? Last edited by Chutzpah; 03-25-2020 at 08:06 PM.

03-25-2020, 08:02 PM	#42
Dark Phoenix Drives: 2023 Camaro 2SS 1LE Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: MD Posts: 297	If your other choice is a C8 buy the C8. __________________ 2023 Camaro 2SS 1LE A10 Shadow Gray

03-25-2020, 03:26 PM	#31
I`m Batman Drives: 2016 Camaro SS M6 Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Colorado Posts: 393	C8

03-25-2020, 04:14 PM	#32
L8Apex Drives: 2016 2SS Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Prospect, KY Posts: 299 View My Garage	Gonna be awhile before you can get a C8, even used. I'd get a loaded SS or a used ZL1

03-25-2020, 04:54 PM	#34
Rock-It Man 376 cubic inches of fun Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MA Posts: 4,043 View My Garage	Indeed this is a moot point since there are no C8s for a long time. But the OP should be aware that a base C8 doesn't even have HUD. You will be able to get a 2SS, which is very nicely equipped, for much much less. If you don't care about active suspension or dual mod exhaust, the 2SS will be about 14K less than a base Corvette, and even less less if you opt for a 6 speed.

03-25-2020, 05:05 PM	#36
Wyzz Kydd Banned Drives: 2018 Camaro SS1 1LE Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Georgia Posts: 1,595	The first C8 may not age very well. As it's setup now I think the major differences between your two cars are looks (obviously) significantly better acceleration off the line, and slightly better handling. Once you dig out of the hole it doesn't sound like there's all that much difference in acceleration between the current C8 and a ZL1. It wouldn't surprise me if a ZL1 rolling down the interstate accelerates more quickly at WOT than the C8. There is plenty of talk about 600+ hp C8s in the near future. I currently have an SS 1LE, which I use to take three kids to school. In a couple of years the middle son can become the bus driver and at that point a supercharged 600+ hp C8 might be nice, assuming I can get over the lack of a manual.

03-25-2020, 05:34 PM	#38
metros11 Drives: 2018 SS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: North Jersey Posts: 778	C8 no options. No question.

03-25-2020, 05:40 PM	#39
Chutzpah Drives: Wild Cherry LT1 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,973	If it were me, I wouldn’t buy either right now. If you have cash, wait a bit longer for the market to hit bottom and invest in some of the really beat up sectors. Auto sales are going to be in rough shape for at least 6 months. You’ll have even more leverage by waiting on buying either of the 2 impractical cars (Vet or Camaro), at the end of the year....

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