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Road_Warrior85 · 05-30-2017, 06:40 PM

Ok everybody..... I can't decide what I want to do, and I would truly appreciate some collective wisdom from you fine people.

I've got a 2010 IBM 2SS/RS that I've had since July '09 and.... well, she's getting old.

She has just under 140,000 miles, but will cross that mark before the end of June.
Almost bone stock, only mods are as follows:
2 12's in fiberglass enclosure, painted to match car.
Borla Stinger Catback exhaust.
LED footwell lighting.
blacked out blinkers, sidemarkers, and reverse lights.
Swapped the beige seats for a set of gray seats.
Tinted windows. 25% rear & brow strip, 30% sides.

That's it.

Still running strong, no mechanical troubles at all.

Paint has some scratches here and there and rock dings that would be expected for its age, and the paint is pealing off the wheels................ and then a deer jumped out and put a moderate dent into the passenger rear fender opening, just behind the gille slots.

SO here's the dilemma....

I love the car. It's still beautiful to me, and still gets compliments all the time.
I always wanted to put so much more into it. GFX, Heritage grille, new style SS emblems front and rear, painted stripes, aftermarket spoiler, rims, Hurst Shifter, and either headers, intake, and supercharger...... or twin turbo.
At this point though, for the price of all that, I could buy one used, already built..... and it would likely be newer, with HUD and other updates.

add to that, how impressive the technology is these days on the 6th gen.... the new tech is pretty tempting on its own.

I don't know what my car is worth...... KBB gives me $8,000 to $11,000 depending on condition.
That makes it seem like fixing the dent and repainting is already money I wont get back. . . much less to actually go and mod the car.

What should I do?

Say f*ck it, throw the money into it and build it up anyway? (it's my DD, so the paint will only get roughed up again over time)

Do I accept it as is, and ride it till the wheels fall off, then park it in a shed and break it back out when I'm old (only 30 right now) and build a hot rod

Do I turn my Jeep into my DD, and sell the car outright, put the money up and save towards a 6th gen, or used C7? (single, no kids, just 2 dogs).

Or do you have another suggestion?

Gunmetal Speedster · 05-30-2017, 06:58 PM

Only $8-11k? That's ridiculous.

But honestly you're probably past the point of whats worth doing those major mods to. In my opinion anyway. I would sell the car and put it towards a new toy. Sounds like you've gotten your money's worth and memories out of it.

Avenging Orange · 05-30-2017, 07:06 PM

Sounds like YOU have a tuff decision. I own a two owner 07 F150 with 123 k. I bought it with 115k. It was well maintained and I treat my vehicles the same. I wouldn't trade it for the world! It runs like new. Times have changed. ..things are built better and last longer.
If I were in your shoes. ....I'd throw on a set of headers, get it tuned, paint my wheels, fix my dent, buff my paint and enjoy.

Spec · 05-30-2017, 07:10 PM

I'm about to hit 110k, and after all I've done to it, I could not bare to see it go. We've bonded something nice, and if (or better yet, when) this engine goes, it will see a new upgrade for sure. Mine will be a garage queen probably one day should I ever plan on getting something new.

If I were in your position, however, I would part with the 2010 and find yourself a nice 12 or 13 5th gen to build. Clean slate. You're right, less miles, more goodies, and you've hardly modded what you have now... makes sense to move on to a newer model.

I would not get a 6th gen, a nice 5th gen is the ticket... perhaps even a nice used ZL1 if you're willing to spend a bit more.

Tha Snowman · 05-30-2017, 07:15 PM

I agree, get a 13' and build upon that.

Clarkstar · 05-30-2017, 07:43 PM

My vote is for the 13 also

zr1chris · 05-30-2017, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Tha Snowman

I agree, get a 13' and build upon that.

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Originally Posted by Clarkstar

My vote is for the 13 also

I agree with these guys.

Rock-It Man · 05-30-2017, 07:56 PM

My 2010 is going bye bye in 2019. I'm trading for a Gen 6 at that time.

By then, the hoses and belts will be toast and the electronics will be on borrowed time.

18LTLoveIt · 05-30-2017, 08:01 PM

2013 is the sweet spot for Camaro, last year for the cool tail lights & 1st yr for Infotainment system.

Splat · 05-30-2017, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Avenging Orange

Sounds like YOU have a tuff decision. I own a two owner 07 F150 with 123 k. I bought it with 115k. It was well maintained and I treat my vehicles the same. I wouldn't trade it for the world! It runs like new. Times have changed. ..things are built better and last longer.
If I were in your shoes. ....I'd throw on a set of headers, get it tuned, paint my wheels, fix my dent, buff my paint and enjoy.

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Originally Posted by Spec

I'm about to hit 110k, and after all I've done to it, I could not bare to see it go. We've bonded something nice, and if (or better yet, when) this engine goes, it will see a new upgrade for sure. Mine will be a garage queen probably one day should I ever plan on getting something new.

If I were in your position, however, I would part with the 2010 and find yourself a nice 12 or 13 5th gen to build. Clean slate. You're right, less miles, more goodies, and you've hardly modded what you have now... makes sense to move on to a newer model.

I would not get a 6th gen, a nice 5th gen is the ticket... perhaps even a nice used ZL1 if you're willing to spend a bit more.

^+1 I'm with these guys.

davidscamaro · 05-30-2017, 09:28 PM

Go zl1 for the indestructible transmission, driveshaft and rear diff and axles. Then go all out on the motor to hit 650whp+ and let her eat

DO IT FOR DALE!!

IMadeYouReadThis · 05-30-2017, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Gunmetal Speedster

Only $8-11k? That's ridiculous.

But honestly you're probably past the point of whats worth doing those major mods to. In my opinion anyway. I would sell the car and put it towards a new toy. Sounds like you've gotten your money's worth and memories out of it.

+1 and I will say the 2013 is a beautiful car if you're going to stick with 5th gen but at least go and test drive a 6th gen it's very nice as well

Olddudesrule · 05-30-2017, 10:33 PM

Let your budget and your heart guide you. It's a car, they come and go. If you're being practical, keep it and continue to enjoy it. If you can afford another, newer ride, go for it.

TheFlyingBananaSS · 05-30-2017, 11:00 PM

I'll double down on getting a '13

05-30-2017, 06:40 PM	#1
Road_Warrior85 Drives: IBM 2SSRS, 12 Jeep Wrangler 4door Join Date: May 2009 Location: Eastern NC/South AL Posts: 776	Please Help. I need your wisdom. Ok everybody..... I can't decide what I want to do, and I would truly appreciate some collective wisdom from you fine people. I've got a 2010 IBM 2SS/RS that I've had since July '09 and.... well, she's getting old. She has just under 140,000 miles, but will cross that mark before the end of June. Almost bone stock, only mods are as follows: 2 12's in fiberglass enclosure, painted to match car. Borla Stinger Catback exhaust. LED footwell lighting. blacked out blinkers, sidemarkers, and reverse lights. Swapped the beige seats for a set of gray seats. Tinted windows. 25% rear & brow strip, 30% sides. That's it. Still running strong, no mechanical troubles at all. Paint has some scratches here and there and rock dings that would be expected for its age, and the paint is pealing off the wheels................ and then a deer jumped out and put a moderate dent into the passenger rear fender opening, just behind the gille slots. SO here's the dilemma.... I love the car. It's still beautiful to me, and still gets compliments all the time. I always wanted to put so much more into it. GFX, Heritage grille, new style SS emblems front and rear, painted stripes, aftermarket spoiler, rims, Hurst Shifter, and either headers, intake, and supercharger...... or twin turbo. At this point though, for the price of all that, I could buy one used, already built..... and it would likely be newer, with HUD and other updates. add to that, how impressive the technology is these days on the 6th gen.... the new tech is pretty tempting on its own. I don't know what my car is worth...... KBB gives me $8,000 to $11,000 depending on condition. That makes it seem like fixing the dent and repainting is already money I wont get back. . . much less to actually go and mod the car. What should I do? Say f*ck it, throw the money into it and build it up anyway? (it's my DD, so the paint will only get roughed up again over time) Do I accept it as is, and ride it till the wheels fall off, then park it in a shed and break it back out when I'm old (only 30 right now) and build a hot rod Do I turn my Jeep into my DD, and sell the car outright, put the money up and save towards a 6th gen, or used C7? (single, no kids, just 2 dogs). Or do you have another suggestion? __________________

05-30-2017, 06:58 PM	#2
Gunmetal Speedster Drives: Savitar; The 500rwhp N/A Monster! Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Middletown, Ohio Posts: 2,914 View My Garage	Only $8-11k? That's ridiculous. But honestly you're probably past the point of whats worth doing those major mods to. In my opinion anyway. I would sell the car and put it towards a new toy. Sounds like you've gotten your money's worth and memories out of it. __________________ **SOLD504HP/433**TQ \| Night Fury cammed • Cold Air Inductions intake • Bo White ported TB • Speed Engineering 1 7/8 longtubes • NPP catback • QTP low profile cutouts • Powerbond 25% UDP • 3.73 gears • JRE scoop • ZL1 grille • R1 Concepts drilled/slotted rotors • built/tuned by Weapon X Motorsports Instagram \| YouTube \| Build Thread

05-30-2017, 07:06 PM	#3
Avenging Orange Drives: 2010 Inferno Orange 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Clermont, IN Posts: 3,297	Sounds like YOU have a tuff decision. I own a two owner 07 F150 with 123 k. I bought it with 115k. It was well maintained and I treat my vehicles the same. I wouldn't trade it for the world! It runs like new. Times have changed. ..things are built better and last longer. If I were in your shoes. ....I'd throw on a set of headers, get it tuned, paint my wheels, fix my dent, buff my paint and enjoy. __________________ 2010 Inferno Orange 2SS/RS M6 Black Leather, Sun Roof, OBX Headers, Borla touring axle back, Cold Air Inductions CAI , non synthetic fluids, BMR total bushing upgrade/1" lowering springs, DSE 32mm rear sway bar. GM fe4 shocks/struts/LCA's, AAM 3.91 diff, Vertini RFS1.8 20x9 +30. Conti ExtremeContact Sport 275/35/20. sjm autoprod ABL dash kit. Mike Norris tuned 413/419. Avenging Orange: 43 years of not buying into the Hype........and damn proud of it!! https://youtu.be/9JD9it6SmB8 https://youtu.be/xmelTlEzI34 KICKING CANCERS ASS SINCE 2015!!

05-30-2017, 07:43 PM	#6
Clarkstar Drives: 2013 1SS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Ixonia wi Posts: 1,456	My vote is for the 13 also __________________ 2013 1le- Katech 416 short block, TSP custom grind cam, LOD intake, cnc heads by F.ED., Nick William's 102mm T.B., CORN fed, Pedders coilovers. Performance street alingnment by Justin at Lake Country Alignment and dyno tune by Late Model Throttle. 603 h.p. 495 ft lbs tq.

05-30-2017, 09:28 PM	#11
davidscamaro Drives: 2010 SS/RS M6 BIG cam Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: McDonald's DT Posts: 857	Go zl1 for the indestructible transmission, driveshaft and rear diff and axles. Then go all out on the motor to hit 650whp+ and let her eat DO IT FOR DALE!! __________________ BIG cam ...... 305 45 18 Mickys ...... BMR suspensions

05-30-2017, 07:10 PM	#4
Spec Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS LS3 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Riverside, CA Posts: 4,018	I'm about to hit 110k, and after all I've done to it, I could not bare to see it go. We've bonded something nice, and if (or better yet, when) this engine goes, it will see a new upgrade for sure. Mine will be a garage queen probably one day should I ever plan on getting something new. If I were in your position, however, I would part with the 2010 and find yourself a nice 12 or 13 5th gen to build. Clean slate. You're right, less miles, more goodies, and you've hardly modded what you have now... makes sense to move on to a newer model. I would not get a 6th gen, a nice 5th gen is the ticket... perhaps even a nice used ZL1 if you're willing to spend a bit more.

05-30-2017, 07:15 PM	#5
Tha Snowman Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Florida Posts: 86	I agree, get a 13' and build upon that.

05-30-2017, 07:56 PM	#8
Rock-It Man 376 cubic inches of fun Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MA Posts: 4,033 View My Garage	My 2010 is going bye bye in 2019. I'm trading for a Gen 6 at that time. By then, the hoses and belts will be toast and the electronics will be on borrowed time.

05-30-2017, 08:01 PM	#9
18LTLoveIt Drives: 2018 Hyper Blue LT RS Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Phoenix AZ Posts: 1,474 View My Garage	2013 is the sweet spot for Camaro, last year for the cool tail lights & 1st yr for Infotainment system.

05-30-2017, 10:33 PM	#13
Olddudesrule Resident nomad Drives: 2014 Summit White 1SS/1LE Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 1,765	Let your budget and your heart guide you. It's a car, they come and go. If you're being practical, keep it and continue to enjoy it. If you can afford another, newer ride, go for it. __________________ Sold: 2007 Z06 2002 Viper GTS/ACR 2003 Z06 1965 FFR Cobra 2012 Nissan 370Z ADM LSA Stage II, Roto-Fab CAI, Kooks LTH/HFC's, Phastek CC, ported TB, Mishimoto radiator and oil cooler, BC Racing ER Series CO's, JPSS 32mm Black Magic rear bar, JPSS front inserts, R1 Concepts Premier slotted rotors/Goodrich SS lines, Schroth ASM harness, MGW flatstick, Brey-Krause HB, Tuned by NicD, at Cordes Performance Racing.

05-30-2017, 11:00 PM	#14
TheFlyingBananaSS Evil Genius of Chevrolet Drives: 2017 Z06, 2019 XTS, 2013 SS Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: New York Posts: 3,260	I'll double down on getting a '13 __________________ GPI SS2 VVT cam, ECS Novi 1500 supercharger, Corsa Extreme, Detroit Speed and BMR suspension, Circle D triple disc, Melling oil pump, LS2 chain tensioner, ATI 10% UD, DSX E85 kit, High Energy coils, BTR springs, LS2 Lifter trays, Titanium retainers, hardened push rods, FIC 1000 injectors, ZL1 pump, Mighty Mouse catch can, AEM gauges, Tial BOV, Richmond 3.91 gears, Custom gauge bezels, Speed Engineering headers, Stainless Works HF cats, DSX Aux pump, 710rwhp on E85.