Trade in my V6 For 13'ZL1? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

aCamaroGuy · 10-01-2017, 09:39 AM

Hey guys, should I trade in my V6 for 2013 ZL1? The ZL1 is used and it's for 35k. I wanted to keep it because I worked hard to get where its at lol. But here's my own build V6 1LE. Current Mods: K&N Typhoon , Trifecta Tune, MRT v2. Later on will be adding VMAX Throttle Bodies, ZEX Nitrous & Vitesse throttle controller.

splashlog48 · 10-01-2017, 10:05 AM

You probably already know the answer.

2010reddevil · 10-01-2017, 10:20 AM

ZL1 ftw. No matter the amount of money you sink into a V6, it won't ever be a ZL1. For 35k, I'd do it in a blink.

TheFlyingBananaSS · 10-01-2017, 10:22 AM

Vitesse throttle controller

LeesV6Camaro · 10-01-2017, 10:35 AM

ZL1 for sure. Nice car btw

Guy on top of me with lolling because your getting vitesse throttle controller? Maybe when you get that ZL1 you be lolling at his SS

bayarea408 · 10-01-2017, 10:40 AM

at 35K you will be hard pressed to build a car for that much...

LSA blown engine
Buff 6l90E trans or 6 speed
Large ZL1 Diff
Magnetic suspension
Even Bigger brakes
The car comes loaded like a 2SS/RS trim leather and suede.

If i was not already this neck deep in mod's given the price of ZL1's. I would do the same. If you are the type of enthusiast that plans for spraying nitrous, dont mess around ZL1 is WAY superior to a SS let alone a V6

aCamaroGuy · 10-01-2017, 10:41 AM

Also, there's a black out ZL1 2012 for 31k. Might go for that one.

redcoats1976 · 10-01-2017, 11:30 AM

hey,if you can afford it,why not?

silversleeper · 10-01-2017, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by bayarea408

at 35K you will be hard pressed to build a car for that much...

LSA blown engine
Buff 6l90E trans or 6 speed
Large ZL1 Diff
Magnetic suspension
Even Bigger brakes
The car comes loaded like a 2SS/RS trim leather and suede.

If i was not already this neck deep in mod's given the price of ZL1's. I would do the same. If you are the type of enthusiast that plans for spraying nitrous, dont mess around ZL1 is WAY superior to a SS let alone a V6

Yeah if you are not satisfied with the mods to your v6 I agree. You have lots of personal touches to your car, and if your 90% satisfied after the remaining mods you mention I'd say keep your car.

You might need to do lots of de-mods to your car to get the most trade in or resale. I could imagine groups of younger people without finances wanting it, but many potential buyers, e.g. even females would not go for the race looks. You could craigslist it and be flooded with the former joyriders "man just as soon as __________ I'm buyin' this car it's badass".
I'm guessing the dealer is going to offer you a price that won't make you happy on trade in as is. That's something to consider. Do you still have the original wheels and tires so you wouldn't have to re-purchase them etc...de striping and returning to stock...

BAD DAB · 10-01-2017, 11:41 AM

Go for it! The ZL1 will make you very happy.

SummitWhite11 · 10-01-2017, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by aCamaroGuy

Hey guys, should I trade in my V6 for 2013 ZL1? The ZL1 is used and it's for 35k. I wanted to keep it because I worked hard to get where its at lol. But here's my own build V6 1LE. Current Mods: K&N Typhoon , Trifecta Tune, MRT v2. Later on will be adding VMAX Throttle Bodies, ZEX Nitrous & Vitesse throttle controller.

Beautiful car you have there. Since you put all that work into it - I would keep your vehicle and purchase the 13' ZL1. That way you do not lose all that money you put into the car in which technically you never get back. Unless you sold it to a buyer who was willing to meet your asking price.

I currently have a 2010 2LT/RS in which was converted to a ZL1 without the powertrain. However - I plan to keep this vehicle for cruising and purchase a 14-15 Z28 within a few years.

sherob · 10-01-2017, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by LeesV6Camaro

ZL1 for sure. Nice car btw

Guy on top of me with lolling because your getting vitesse throttle controller? Maybe when you get that ZL1 you be lolling at his SS

Maybe if you knew HIS history w/ them, you would understand.

aCamaroGuy · 10-01-2017, 11:54 AM

The ZL1 is a Automatic. I can't find a ZL1 with a manual around my area. Does it matter?

Reaper85 · 10-01-2017, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by aCamaroGuy

The ZL1 is a Automatic. I can't find a ZL1 with a manual around my area. Does it matter?

That's personal preference. Myself stick all the way. My "better half" auto all the way. It's all what you prefer.

10-01-2017, 09:39 AM	#1
aCamaroGuy Drives: 2014 Camaro Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: UGA Posts: 21	Trade in my V6 For 13'ZL1? Hey guys, should I trade in my V6 for 2013 ZL1? The ZL1 is used and it's for 35k. I wanted to keep it because I worked hard to get where its at lol. But here's my own build V6 1LE. Current Mods: K&N Typhoon , Trifecta Tune, MRT v2. Later on will be adding VMAX Throttle Bodies, ZEX Nitrous & Vitesse throttle controller. Attached Images

10-01-2017, 10:05 AM	#2
splashlog48 Drives: 2011 Green SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: CleveBurbs Ohio Posts: 669	You probably already know the answer. __________________ Edelbrock EForce Blower, RDP custom grind cam with upgrades,Stainless Power Headers with HighFlow Cats, Stainless Power Retro catback, DSS halfshafts, CAI brand CAI, Tuned ON the Dyno by Steve at RDP. SLP rims,All vinyl stripes removed and painted on, custom hand painted pinstriping, Custom leather seats, Lloyds mats,windows tinted, Sparks emblems, Hurst Billit shifter, and too many small items to list. VDI Scissors doors.

10-01-2017, 10:20 AM	#3
2010reddevil Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Victory Red 6M Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Gulf Coast, TX Posts: 1,424	ZL1 ftw. No matter the amount of money you sink into a V6, it won't ever be a ZL1. For 35k, I'd do it in a blink. __________________ 2011 2SS 6A Red Jewel Metallic, Vararam Tune CAI, Magnaflow 3" Competition c/b, Speed Engineering 1-7/8 LT's, Circle D 5C, M/T 275/40R20 S/S, HPTuners tune by Ryan@GPI 12.3 @ 112 ACM as of 12/22/19 Gone on 12/28/19 R I P 2010 2SS 6M Victory Red/Black (old ride) CAI intake, Speed Engineering 1 7/8" LT's, X4 base tune, Flowmaster Outlaw axle-back. 12.6 @ 115 SAR as of 9/19/15 Gone but never forgotten.

10-01-2017, 10:22 AM	#4
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10-01-2017, 10:41 AM	#7
aCamaroGuy Drives: 2014 Camaro Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: UGA Posts: 21	Also, there's a black out ZL1 2012 for 31k. Might go for that one. Attached Images

10-01-2017, 10:35 AM	#5
LeesV6Camaro Drives: Camaro Join Date: May 2017 Location: Florida Posts: 24	ZL1 for sure. Nice car btw Guy on top of me with lolling because your getting vitesse throttle controller? Maybe when you get that ZL1 you be lolling at his SS

10-01-2017, 10:40 AM	#6
bayarea408 Drives: T Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: CA Posts: 803	at 35K you will be hard pressed to build a car for that much... LSA blown engine Buff 6l90E trans or 6 speed Large ZL1 Diff Magnetic suspension Even Bigger brakes The car comes loaded like a 2SS/RS trim leather and suede. If i was not already this neck deep in mod's given the price of ZL1's. I would do the same. If you are the type of enthusiast that plans for spraying nitrous, dont mess around ZL1 is WAY superior to a SS let alone a V6

10-01-2017, 11:30 AM	#8
redcoats1976 Drives: LT W/2LT,blue metallic Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: central florida Posts: 4,915	hey,if you can afford it,why not?

10-01-2017, 11:41 AM	#10
BAD DAB Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Black & Silver Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 8,228 View My Garage	Go for it! The ZL1 will make you very happy. __________________ STAINLESS WORKS HEADERS-TUNED BY JANNETTY RACING-C.A.I. INTAKE-TAYLOR 409 WIRES-SOLO AXLE BACK EXHAUST-ELITE CATCH CAN

10-01-2017, 11:54 AM	#13
aCamaroGuy Drives: 2014 Camaro Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: UGA Posts: 21	The ZL1 is a Automatic. I can't find a ZL1 with a manual around my area. Does it matter?