What an amazing car this is - Page 2

mdhopt36 · 06-12-2018, 07:23 AM

Smiles per mile! Love mine.

MATTY-1LE · 06-12-2018, 05:29 PM

That fellow from Smoking Tire when he reviewed the 2017 SS 1LE he said the same thing lol. "What an amazing car this is". I picked mine up this last saturday and it is indeed an exceptional vehicle. Still breaking her in though

speedup · 06-12-2018, 05:47 PM

I really like my 2017, but honestly not sure if I would buy it again..

I have:
NPP exhaust replaced
A8 trans shutter, and fluid flushes
paint flaws / body panel alignment
tons of squeaks / rattles / odd noises
random odd mylink / electrical stuff

Lot of quality control stuff that I wish GM would just fix - its not like they haven't been making cars for over 100 years...

Bigdog9586 · 06-12-2018, 05:54 PM

I added this to my 17 Fifty Anniversary SS with exhaust controller.
http://www.forzacomponenti.com/exhau...ller_main.html
Leave the exhaust closed in stealth mode and have the forza programed through my homelink to open/close on command.

Bigdog9586 · 06-12-2018, 05:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by speedup

I really like my 2017, but honestly not sure if I would buy it again..

I have:
NPP exhaust replaced
A8 trans shutter, and fluid flushes
paint flaws / body panel alignment
tons of squeaks / rattles / odd noises
random odd mylink / electrical stuff

Lot of quality control stuff that I wish GM would just fix - its not like they haven't been making cars for over 100 years...

My vert has been trouble and squeak free even through 2 accidents both non moving On my part.

at7000ft · 06-12-2018, 07:37 PM

Agree, am enjoying mine more than I thought I would, wanted a 2SS over the 1SS mostly because of the HUD, but I really like all to 2SS options, vent seats, BSM, and even the disco lights.

indyz · 06-12-2018, 07:57 PM

Quality control sucks. But I knew that before buying it lol. Its just a great car. Great value. I've had quality issues with BMW, and my buddy with Mercedes, so I dont think buying a more expensive car necessarily will mean 100% trouble free. The only cars I haven't had issues with yet over multiple generations is Honda (Legend, Accord, civic etc.). Then again, there are several civic type-r owners with quality control issues, though mine has been perfect so far, touchwood. Even my "cheap, but reliable" Hyundai Sonata had quality control issues with door window regulators and such.

Oh well, such is life. Enjoying it for now, until the next dealer/stealer visit

torqueaddict · 06-12-2018, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by indyz

Quality control sucks. But I knew that before buying it lol. Its just a great car. Great value. I've had quality issues with BMW, and my buddy with Mercedes, so I dont thunk buying a more expensive car necessarily will mean 100% trouble free. The only cars I haven't had issues with yet over multiple generations is Honda (Legend, Accord, civic etc.). THen again, there are several civic type-r owners with quality control issues, though mine has been perfect so far, touchwood. Even my "cheap, nut reliable" Hyundai Sonata had quality control issues with door window regulators and such.

Oh well, such is life. Enjoying it for now, until the next dealer/stealer visit

You have a perfect CTR? Didn't think that existed, lol. Seems like almost all of them have at least the gear grind issue which Honda is trying their best to sweep under the rug. You better knock on wood.

indyz · 06-12-2018, 10:58 PM

Lol. Only the ones with the grinding issue complain. There are 100s of others that don't have the issue and don't bother posting on online forums. Just like the A8 issues on the camaro

I guess my point was every manufacturer will have some quality control issues, the key is how they handle such issues. BMW, personal experience, is bad. Hyundai is decent. Honda is fine. GM, the jury is still out, depending on how they handle my A8 when I can replicate the shudder at will. They were 50-50 on my GTO.

avalonandl · 06-13-2018, 09:55 PM

My car is tight, no rattles and great paint. The MRC is great.

DFWZ28 · 06-13-2018, 10:15 PM

my 6th gen is a weekend warrior....or whenever i travel south to see my daughter and grandson in houston. really surprised about the quality issues and concerns. no issues with mine, fast as sin but comfortable, super gas mileage for a hot rod. i test drove a zl-1 and absolutely loved it.....but i am old and would never use/benefit from the extra 200 horses.

5th gen...well, big, heavy, loud, love the side to side vibration at the stop light (reminds me of my uncles 69 SS with a huge cam), heavy clutch, slick M6....just a beast. my grandson will love it when he turns 16!

Blackbean · 06-13-2018, 10:26 PM

My 2018 SS 1LE is so nice I could spend all day just driving around. The Recaro seats are very comfortable .

STYLO LT1 · 06-13-2018, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by speedup

I really like my 2017, but honestly not sure if I would buy it again..

I have:
NPP exhaust replaced
A8 trans shutter, and fluid flushes
paint flaws / body panel alignment
tons of squeaks / rattles / odd noises
random odd mylink / electrical stuff

Lot of quality control stuff that I wish GM would just fix - its not like they haven't been making cars for over 100 years...

I hear ya loud and clear on the squeaks, rattles, and odd noises.

Cgocifer · 06-13-2018, 11:45 PM

I knew the rattles and QA issues going in. I mean, come on, it's a Chevy which isn't exactly known for perfection despite what the real people and awards commercials tell ya. In fact, the only Chevys I would ever buy are the Camaro or Corvette.

Chevys have come a long way though and the 6th gen materials and quality are much much better than previously.

I love my '18 1SS 1LE, and is a fantastic performance car which is why I bought one. That said, it doesnt feel that fast to me. Sure, it handles like a super car, but it really isn't that fast, or more accurately, it doesnt feel that fast to me. It feels heavy and a bit under powered despite the way it handles. It is a fairly heavy car, so kudos to the Engineers for designing it to handle the way it does despite the heft.

I've had and built some fast cars, so my idea of speed may be different. I just thought that 455hp and the accompanying torque would feel quicker off the line. I've had cars with 360 hp or less that felt quicker. Again, all relative because those were lighter cars.

Maybe I need a ZL1!

Overall, it's a great car. Not the fastest, not the highest quality, not the best looking, but an excellent overall package especially when the value per dollar is factored in.

06-12-2018, 05:47 PM	#17
speedup Drives: 2017 2SS Convertible Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: McKinney, TX Posts: 177	I really like my 2017, but honestly not sure if I would buy it again.. I have: NPP exhaust replaced A8 trans shutter, and fluid flushes paint flaws / body panel alignment tons of squeaks / rattles / odd noises random odd mylink / electrical stuff Lot of quality control stuff that I wish GM would just fix - its not like they haven't been making cars for over 100 years... __________________ 2017 2SS, Hyper Blue, 8sp, NPP, MRC

06-12-2018, 07:57 PM	#21
indyz Drives: 2SS, CT-R, LC500 Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: FLorida Posts: 534	Quality control sucks. But I knew that before buying it lol. Its just a great car. Great value. I've had quality issues with BMW, and my buddy with Mercedes, so I dont think buying a more expensive car necessarily will mean 100% trouble free. The only cars I haven't had issues with yet over multiple generations is Honda (Legend, Accord, civic etc.). Then again, there are several civic type-r owners with quality control issues, though mine has been perfect so far, touchwood. Even my "cheap, but reliable" Hyundai Sonata had quality control issues with door window regulators and such. Oh well, such is life. Enjoying it for now, until the next dealer/stealer visit Last edited by indyz; 06-12-2018 at 10:59 PM. Reason: Spelling and grammar lol

06-13-2018, 09:55 PM	#24
avalonandl Drives: 2019 ZL-1 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Troy, MI & Naples, FL Posts: 2,019	My car is tight, no rattles and great paint. The MRC is great. __________________ 2019 ZL-1 Acquired 4/23/21 at 6300 miles. Riverside Blue, A10, PDR. Traded in 2017 2SS with 6M and 32k miles. Continental Extreme Contact Sports. Now has 10,000 miles... 2012 Yukon XL Denali w/ 6.2 AWD

06-13-2018, 10:15 PM	#25
DFWZ28 Drives: 2010 SS Join Date: May 2012 Location: Rockwall, TX Posts: 1,605 View My Garage	my 6th gen is a weekend warrior....or whenever i travel south to see my daughter and grandson in houston. really surprised about the quality issues and concerns. no issues with mine, fast as sin but comfortable, super gas mileage for a hot rod. i test drove a zl-1 and absolutely loved it.....but i am old and would never use/benefit from the extra 200 horses. 5th gen...well, big, heavy, loud, love the side to side vibration at the stop light (reminds me of my uncles 69 SS with a huge cam), heavy clutch, slick M6....just a beast. my grandson will love it when he turns 16! __________________

06-13-2018, 11:45 PM	#28
Cgocifer Drives: 2018 1SS 1LE, 2015 RAM Ecodiesel Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,451	I knew the rattles and QA issues going in. I mean, come on, it's a Chevy which isn't exactly known for perfection despite what the real people and awards commercials tell ya. In fact, the only Chevys I would ever buy are the Camaro or Corvette. Chevys have come a long way though and the 6th gen materials and quality are much much better than previously. I love my '18 1SS 1LE, and is a fantastic performance car which is why I bought one. That said, it doesnt feel that fast to me. Sure, it handles like a super car, but it really isn't that fast, or more accurately, it doesnt feel that fast to me. It feels heavy and a bit under powered despite the way it handles. It is a fairly heavy car, so kudos to the Engineers for designing it to handle the way it does despite the heft. I've had and built some fast cars, so my idea of speed may be different. I just thought that 455hp and the accompanying torque would feel quicker off the line. I've had cars with 360 hp or less that felt quicker. Again, all relative because those were lighter cars. Maybe I need a ZL1! Overall, it's a great car. Not the fastest, not the highest quality, not the best looking, but an excellent overall package especially when the value per dollar is factored in. __________________

06-12-2018, 07:23 AM	#15
mdhopt36 Drives: '17- 1ag37 V6 traded, for 1SS 2018! Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: MA Posts: 469	Smiles per mile! Love mine.

06-12-2018, 05:29 PM	#16
MATTY-1LE Drives: 2018 Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Houston Posts: 211	That fellow from Smoking Tire when he reviewed the 2017 SS 1LE he said the same thing lol. "What an amazing car this is". I picked mine up this last saturday and it is indeed an exceptional vehicle. Still breaking her in though

06-12-2018, 05:54 PM	#18
Bigdog9586 Drives: 2016 Z06 coupe Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Mi Posts: 280	I added this to my 17 Fifty Anniversary SS with exhaust controller. http://www.forzacomponenti.com/exhau...ller_main.html Leave the exhaust closed in stealth mode and have the forza programed through my homelink to open/close on command.

06-12-2018, 07:37 PM	#20
at7000ft Drives: 2016 2SS Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: CO Posts: 116	Agree, am enjoying mine more than I thought I would, wanted a 2SS over the 1SS mostly because of the HUD, but I really like all to 2SS options, vent seats, BSM, and even the disco lights.

06-12-2018, 10:58 PM	#23
indyz Drives: 2SS, CT-R, LC500 Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: FLorida Posts: 534	Lol. Only the ones with the grinding issue complain. There are 100s of others that don't have the issue and don't bother posting on online forums. Just like the A8 issues on the camaro I guess my point was every manufacturer will have some quality control issues, the key is how they handle such issues. BMW, personal experience, is bad. Hyundai is decent. Honda is fine. GM, the jury is still out, depending on how they handle my A8 when I can replicate the shudder at will. They were 50-50 on my GTO.

06-13-2018, 10:26 PM	#26
Blackbean Drives: 2018 1SS 1LE Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: San Antonio, Fl Posts: 168	My 2018 SS 1LE is so nice I could spend all day just driving around. The Recaro seats are very comfortable .

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