Went to buy C7; now leaning toward 2SS - Page 6

SecondZ28 · 04-06-2018, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Zackbo

Still deciding...

So a local dealership got in a 2015 SS 1LE with 32k miles and a 2013 ZL1 with 6k, yes 6k miles. The 1LE is $29k and the ZL1 is $41k. I like the 1LE, and I figure it can be my 'starter' Camaro and if I really like it I can upgrade in a year or so. Yes, I hate the dash like everyone else, but I can deal with it for now.

Would you guys be afraid of a 1LE with 32k miles?

I'd go for the ZL1

$41k is a bit steep though, should be in the $35-38k range

Stroked84 · 04-06-2018, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by SecondZ28

I'd go for the ZL1

$41k is a bit steep though, should be in the $35-38k range

Used ZL1s are going for $35k? Fifth gen I'm assuming?

SecondZ28 · 04-06-2018, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Stroked84

Used ZL1s are going for $35k? Fifth gen I'm assuming?

Correct.

1hprush · 04-06-2018, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Zackbo

I'm just getting really 'antsy' (that's a southern term) and I'm ready to do something. Even if I take a $5k hit and make a initial mistake (A8 instead of M6) I'm willing to absorb it at this point. Test driving the 2SS last Saturday was a mistake in the fact that I need a fix soon. I know; I sound like a crack addict at this point.

I'm going to test drive a 2016 BMW M4 tomorrow to make sure it doesn't change my direction. $55k, but the wifey thinks it's worth it just to make sure the Camaro is what I really want.

If you are looking for American Muscle, this will be an easy decision, however the M4 is a great car to own.

Zoom · 04-07-2018, 03:04 AM

Personally after driving a 6th gen, I could never go back to a 5th gen. And the 1LE is the best car I have driven. The M6 is completely different with the short throw shifter...buttery smooth. And it just looks MEAN.

DC5 · 04-07-2018, 05:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Zoom

Personally after driving a 6th gen, I could never go back to a 5th gen. And the 1LE is the best car I have driven. The M6 is completely different with the short throw shifter...buttery smooth. And it just looks MEAN.

I agree. Having I owned both generations of Camaro, the difference in driving dynamics is night and day and cannot be overstated.

SDG23 · 04-07-2018, 02:16 PM

It sounds to me that you like the hyper blue Camaro with stripes. I personally wouldn't buy one with that many miles on it, you'd be better of buying new. If it doesn't come with stripes, they can easily be added. If you don't like the factory exhuast, buy a new one.

If you want leather, get a 2SS. If cloth is fine, get a 1SS. Don't overthink it.

The 1LE is great, but it's a $6500 option that really isn't necessary if you're not going to track the car.

A8 vs M6? The auto is faster in a straight line but the M6 is way more fun and engaging to drive, which is more important to you?

If I were in your shoes, I'd buy (or order) a 2018 Hyper blue M6 with stripes, NPP and MRC, whether 1SS or 2SS is your choice, but 2SS does have more goodies.

ARCTIC · 04-07-2018, 06:19 PM

I traded a 5th gen for my 2017 SS 6th gen and it's pretty awesome. Mine had 19,000 miles on it when I got it. I had the dealership run it through GM certification so it adds another year and 12K to the existing bumper-to-bumper warranty and it kicks the powertrain out to 6 yr 100,000 warranty. I figure I'm gonna run it pretty hard when I drive it and the warranty will likely span the length of time I'll own it so all should be good!!

baron95 · 04-07-2018, 08:16 PM

Why buy a 2013 ZL1 for $41K, when you can get 2018 SS 1LE, that is faster on track than the gen5 ZL1, for the same price.

Five model years newer, faster, better in every way, warranty, same price.

Sounds like cookoo talk to pay $41K for a gen 5.

Zackbo · 04-08-2018, 06:44 AM

So I went to test drive the used M4, and made the mistake of looking at some new M2's. Dayum, they're sexy. It trumped the M4 quickly, but they weren't willing to budge from MSRP. I guess the M2 is really in demand.

Processed over the weekend and decided I already have a German turbocharged coupe in the garage so the M2 would be a little redundant, so I'm back to the Camaro as my best 'bang for the buck' option.

I'm having a hard time justifying the 1LE option, but I REALLY like the rims on the 1LE. Has anyone found any aftermarket rims that look similar to the 1LE rims? I'm sure I'm not the first one to ask.

SecondZ28 · 04-08-2018, 07:06 AM

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Originally Posted by baron95

Why buy a 2013 ZL1 for $41K, when you can get 2018 SS 1LE, that is faster on track than the gen5 ZL1, for the same price.

Five model years newer, faster, better in every way, warranty, same price.

Sounds like cookoo talk to pay $41K for a gen 5.

Less interior/trunk space, less power, less potential, a little slower and will depreciate more... both are great cars, but I wouldn’t consider a ‘18 SS “better in every way” than a ‘13 ZL1.

At mid $30k I find the Gen 5 ZL1 to be a better value

avalonandl · 04-08-2018, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Zackbo

So I went to test drive the used M4, and made the mistake of looking at some new M2's. Dayum, they're sexy. It trumped the M4 quickly, but they weren't willing to budge from MSRP. I guess the M2 is really in demand.

Processed over the weekend and decided I already have a German turbocharged coupe in the garage so the M2 would be a little redundant, so I'm back to the Camaro as my best 'bang for the buck' option.

I'm having a hard time justifying the 1LE option, but I REALLY like the rims on the 1LE. Has anyone found any aftermarket rims that look similar to the 1LE rims? I'm sure I'm not the first one to ask.

Go to the Wheels & Tires section - there are aftermarket versions of the 1LE wheels avaliable.

Fraxum · 04-08-2018, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by baron95

Why buy a 2013 ZL1 for $41K, when you can get 2018 SS 1LE, that is faster on track than the gen5 ZL1, for the same price.

Five model years newer, faster, better in every way, warranty, same price.

Sounds like cookoo talk to pay $41K for a gen 5.

The difference is next year the $41K 5th gen ZL1 will be worth $39K. Next year the CA6 $45K 1LE will be worth less than $35K.

The performance will be the same with the same transmission except the 1LE is a little faster on a race track. Can you even get an auto with the 1LE?

If tracking is your main thing then get the 1LE.

Stig eh · 04-08-2018, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by baron95

Why buy a 2013 ZL1 for $41K, when you can get 2018 SS 1LE, that is faster on track than the gen5 ZL1, for the same price.

Five model years newer, faster, better in every way, warranty, same price.

Sounds like cookoo talk to pay $41K for a gen 5.

Agreed

04-07-2018, 02:16 PM	#77
SDG23 Drives: 2017 Camaro SS M6 Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Bluegrass State Posts: 547 View My Garage	It sounds to me that you like the hyper blue Camaro with stripes. I personally wouldn't buy one with that many miles on it, you'd be better of buying new. If it doesn't come with stripes, they can easily be added. If you don't like the factory exhuast, buy a new one. If you want leather, get a 2SS. If cloth is fine, get a 1SS. Don't overthink it. The 1LE is great, but it's a $6500 option that really isn't necessary if you're not going to track the car. A8 vs M6? The auto is faster in a straight line but the M6 is way more fun and engaging to drive, which is more important to you? If I were in your shoes, I'd buy (or order) a 2018 Hyper blue M6 with stripes, NPP and MRC, whether 1SS or 2SS is your choice, but 2SS does have more goodies. __________________ 2017 Camaro 1SS - Bright Yellow - 6spd

04-07-2018, 06:19 PM	#78
ARCTIC Drives: 2017 1SS convertible Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: IOWA Posts: 185	I traded a 5th gen for my 2017 SS 6th gen and it's pretty awesome. Mine had 19,000 miles on it when I got it. I had the dealership run it through GM certification so it adds another year and 12K to the existing bumper-to-bumper warranty and it kicks the powertrain out to 6 yr 100,000 warranty. I figure I'm gonna run it pretty hard when I drive it and the warranty will likely span the length of time I'll own it so all should be good!! __________________ Red 2017 Camaro 1SS Convertible

04-07-2018, 03:04 AM	#75
Zoom Drives: Summit White 2018 1SS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Sacramento, CA. Posts: 24	Personally after driving a 6th gen, I could never go back to a 5th gen. And the 1LE is the best car I have driven. The M6 is completely different with the short throw shifter...buttery smooth. And it just looks MEAN.

04-07-2018, 08:16 PM	#79
baron95 2018 1LE, NASA Instructor Drives: 2018 Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: New England Posts: 235	Why buy a 2013 ZL1 for $41K, when you can get 2018 SS 1LE, that is faster on track than the gen5 ZL1, for the same price. Five model years newer, faster, better in every way, warranty, same price. Sounds like cookoo talk to pay $41K for a gen 5.

04-08-2018, 06:44 AM	#80
Zackbo Drives: 14 Ram 1500 Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Charlotte Posts: 17	So I went to test drive the used M4, and made the mistake of looking at some new M2's. Dayum, they're sexy. It trumped the M4 quickly, but they weren't willing to budge from MSRP. I guess the M2 is really in demand. Processed over the weekend and decided I already have a German turbocharged coupe in the garage so the M2 would be a little redundant, so I'm back to the Camaro as my best 'bang for the buck' option. I'm having a hard time justifying the 1LE option, but I REALLY like the rims on the 1LE. Has anyone found any aftermarket rims that look similar to the 1LE rims? I'm sure I'm not the first one to ask.

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